Swim'n with Susan

Swimming on a String - Workout 1

Check out our instructional video to get started.

Stretch Cords can be ordered online. The cord that I am using is 24 ft long in a 40 ft pool.

Everyone immediately loves working against the cord, but it doesn't take long to be tiring and boring. Stay with us as we venture into several challenging, yet creative ways to get your heart rate up and be motivated to come back for more!

Warm-up Swim 5:00 min

Use a Watch or Hand Time

Kick Choice w/ Board

Continuously up and down the pool

5 minutes

Stretch Cord - First Swim - Yeah!

Adjust your body alignment, use pull buoy if needed

Keep your kick at the surface of the water

Find your "Happy Place" with an Easy Pace

Stretch Cord

Freestyle Swim - Easy Pace

If your shoulders get tired, throw on your fins

5:00 minute Swim / :30 rest

4 Rounds

Cool Down Swim

No Gear, 2:00 min

Catch ya' in the Water

Coach Susan

Susan Ingraham

2008 USMS National Coach of the Year