The Zygo Swimming Blog
Does Swimming Reduce Stress? The Science + How to Measure It
Almost everyone who swims regularly says the same thing: they get out of the water calmer than they got in. The to-do...
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The Swimmer's Recovery Routine: Before + After Every Swim
The Swimmer's Recovery Routine: What to Do Before and After Every Swim
Most swimmers can tell you their 100 splits t...
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How Audio Is Changing Competitive Swim Training
Every sport has been transformed by audio, except swimming. Runners get voice-coached pacing. Cyclists follow structu...
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Why Music Improves Swim Endurance
For decades, runners, cyclists, and gym-goers have relied on music to push through tough workouts. Swimmers, however,...
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How to Listen to Audiobooks While Swimming
One Zygo swimmer in Kauai spent an entire summer of morning laps listening to The Count of Monte Cristo, all 50-plus...
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How to Listen to Podcasts While Swimming (And Actually Hear Them)
Running has it. Cycling has it. Even the elliptical has it. Every other workout in your routine has had a podcast sol...
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How to Listen to Music While Swimming (Without an MP3 Player)
The Old Way: Why Swimming with Music Used to Be Complicated
For years, listening to music while swimming wasn’t easy...
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Best Headphones for Lap Swimming (And Why Regular Waterproof Isn’t Enough)
Lap swimming is one of the most effective full-body workouts—but it’s also one of the most isolated–that is until you...
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Tethered Swimming with Headphones: A Smarter Way to Train for Triathlons
Not every swimmer has access to a full lap pool—and for many triathletes, that can make consistent training a challen...
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How Swimmers Can Listen to Music Underwater Without a Phone
Swimming has always been one of the most focused, distraction-free workouts. For some, that’s part of the appeal. For...
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Are Bone Conduction Headphones Safe for Long Swim Sessions?
Bone conduction headphones are well-loved by swimmers for their open design, quality sound, and comfort during swim s...
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Do Waterproof Headphones Work in Saltwater Pools?
Waterproof headphones make it possible to train with music, coaching, and live feedback, even in saltwater. To maximi...
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