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Basic Swim Training – Different Ways to Train

Why do swimmers train in different ways, and what’s the best way for you to train?

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Simon Griffiths

Simon is the creator of the Renaissance Swimmer Project. He’s also the founder of Outdoor Swimmer magazine and author of Swim Wild & Free: A Practical Guide to Swimming Outdoors 365 Days a Year.

Pool training

November 25, 2025