
Whether you’ve been involved in competitive swimming for a long time or you are just getting started, you will notice there’s good reason for arriving at the pool long before your first race. Warming up is such a critical component to swimming your best. In addition to making sure you warm up properly before the big race, you will need to make sure you have the swim team warm ups, such as the Speedo Streamline warm ups, to keep your muscles fully warm until it’s your turn to jump in the pool.
Pre-Swim Stretches
Swimming uses most of your major muscle groups so it’s important to implement as many of them into your pre-swim stretches as possible. Before you stretch, be sure to warm up your muscles a little with a brief five-minute swim or jog. Once you are ready, avoid static stretches that hold muscles in a position for an extended period of time. Instead, choose stretches that keep your body moving for the best results. Some examples include hip rotations, jumping jacks, leg swings, arm circles and some yoga-style movements.
Warm up in the Water
In addition to warming up with stretches before you swim, it’s essential to warm up in the water before jumping in to give it your all. To do this, get in the water and do some light swimming. Make sure you only put in about half the effort you would normally use in a race. This will help you conserve energy while not causing too much stress on your muscles from the start.
Warm up Tips
The following tips will help ensure you get the most out of your pre-swim workout.
- Always give yourself at least 30 minutes prior to the meet to warm up. Remember, everyone else will be trying to get their time in as well.
- Use dynamic stretching techniques over static exercises.
- Start slowly and work your way up.
- Always leave time to cool down at the end of the meet.
Once you are done with your warm ups, you may not get in the pool right away for your races. Therefore, you will need to put on your Speedo warm up jacket and Speedo warm up pants to help keep your muscles warm until it’s your turn to hit the pool.
If you’re looking for swim team warm ups to ensure you are ready for every race, contact us. We carry a variety of options in a number of colors and styles so you can find just what you need.