Discover how power tower swimming can improve stroke power, propulsion, and speed in the water. Coach Dan Daly explains how elite swimmers use resistance training, Destro Swim Towers, and proven workouts to build real swimming power with the Train Daly coaching approach.
Read MoreMany swimmers try to improve their freestyle by focusing only on technique, but the real limitation is often mobility. In this guide, Coach Dan Daly explains how shoulder mobility, hip rotation, and thoracic spine mobility work together to create a smoother, more efficient stroke. You'll learn why proper freestyle body rotation matters, how movement restrictions affect your technique, and what simple dryland exercises can help you move better in the water. Whether you're a competitive swimmer, triathlete, or Masters swimmer, improving mobility can make your freestyle feel stronger, lighter, and more connected.
Read MoreCan a swim current generator make you a better swimmer? Coach Dan Daly shares how he uses current swimming to improve freestyle technique, build endurance, and prepare for open water races. Learn the benefits, limitations, and why a swim current generator is a valuable training tool alongside traditional pool swimming.
Read MoreMany swimmers believe getting older means getting slower. My experience as both a coach and athlete has shown the opposite can be true. In this article, I share how smarter training, strength work, recovery, and technique have helped me continue improving after 40—and how these same principles can help Masters and adult swimmers reach new personal bests.
Read MoreWhat started as a 28.5-mile swim around Manhattan became something far more emotional and unexpected. In this documentary, Dan Daly reflects on endurance, fear, mentorship, open water swimming, and the powerful moment a younger swimmer realized he might one day attempt the challenge himself.
Read MoreThe secret isn't natural talent—it's breaking down this challenging stroke into manageable components. Butterfly swimming combines powerful undulation, properly timed dolphin kicks, and synchronized arm movements to create swimming's most beautiful stroke. While many swimmers struggle with exhaustion or poor technique, my step-by-step approach builds both the skills and confidence needed to swim butterfly effectively. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your technique, these proven methods will transform your butterfly from a struggle into a stroke you truly enjoy.
Read MoreSwimmers don’t get faster by chasing fatigue on land. They get faster by learning how to organize force. This guide breaks down the theory behind bodyweight training for swimmers, explaining how dryland improves coordination, shoulder stability, and lower-body power — and why bodyweight work often transfers better than traditional strength training.
Read MoreTraining for the swim leg of a triathlon? This guide covers everything from structured swim workouts for triathletes to real-world tips for open water success. You’ll learn how to train swimming for triathlon with drills, technique sets, and threshold workouts designed to build endurance and speed. With coaching insights and supporting video content, you’ll gain the confidence to tackle any swim triathlon event—from sprints to 70.3 distances. Whether you're a beginner learning to swim for triathlon or a seasoned athlete fine-tuning race pace, this coach-approved swim plan will help you get there.
Read MoreKnowing your race pace—and how to train it—is what separates strong finishers from swimmers who fade halfway through a race. In this guide, Coach Dan Daly, CSCS, breaks down how to calculate your ideal pace, train it effectively, and adapt it for open water. Learn how stroke tempo, endurance sets, and data-driven tools can help you swim faster and more efficiently.
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