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Stay informed about the latest updates, insights, and news from VimoSwim. Discover product updates, training tips, and stories from the swimming community.

Paweł Lewicki: From English Teacher to TI Coach
Stories

Paweł Lewicki: From English Teacher to TI Coach

An interview with Paweł Lewicki — Vimo's first ambassador, Total Immersion pioneer in Poland, and a coach trained directly by Terry Laughlin in 2003.

From Self-Taught Swimmer to Open Water Podiums — Istvan's Story
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From Self-Taught Swimmer to Open Water Podiums — Istvan's Story

Istvan Perge didn't learn to swim until he was 14. Now he wins age-group podiums at X-Waters, crosses Lake Balaton, and trains with Total Immersion. H...

Exploring Apple Watch as a Remote for VimoSwim
Behind the Scenes

Exploring Apple Watch as a Remote for VimoSwim

We're researching how Apple Watch could work as a simple remote control for VimoSwim — here's what we're exploring and why.

VimoSwim Joins the ANT+ Ecosystem as an Early Adopter
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VimoSwim Joins the ANT+ Ecosystem as an Early Adopter

We've officially joined the ANT+ Adopter Program — here's what it means for VimoSwim and why it matters for athletes.

Between Water and Air: The Story of Daniel Bobrowski
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Between Water and Air: The Story of Daniel Bobrowski

Meet Daniel Bobrowski: soldier, paratrooper, and Total Immersion coach who teaches adults to swim with calm, balance, and military precision.

Swim Well: How a Passion for Water Changes Adult Life
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Swim Well: How a Passion for Water Changes Adult Life

How adults rediscover swimming through Total Immersion, and how a musician and freediver turned a passion for water into a calmer life.

Vital Flow: Swimming, Mountains, and Passion. An Interview with Kamil Łęczycki
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Vital Flow: Swimming, Mountains, and Passion. An Interview with Kamil Łęczycki

Kamil Łęczycki, founder of Vital Flow in Nowy Sącz, on swimming, nutrition, and chasing the Seven Summits after standing on top of Kilimanjaro.

HIIT Timer Modes Explained: Tabata, EMOM, and AMRAP Workouts
Training

HIIT Timer Modes Explained: Tabata, EMOM, and AMRAP Workouts

Master the three most effective HIIT timer protocols. Learn how Tabata, EMOM, and AMRAP workouts differ and how to use them for maximum results.

The Mathematics of Freestyle Speed: How the Total Immersion Formula Helps Master Swimming Tempo
Training

The Mathematics of Freestyle Speed: How the Total Immersion Formula Helps Master Swimming Tempo

Learn the P = (SPL × Tempo) + T(G) formula from Total Immersion method. Discover how to precisely control your swimming pace and plan races with secon...

Swimming After 60: Why Rhythm Makes It Safe and Enjoyable
Health & Wellbeing

Swimming After 60: Why Rhythm Makes It Safe and Enjoyable

How Total Immersion swimming benefits seniors — from joint protection to cardiovascular health. A guide to rhythm-based training.

Total Immersion Drills with Tempo Trainer: The Perfect Combination
Training

Total Immersion Drills with Tempo Trainer: The Perfect Combination

How to combine Total Immersion drills with tempo trainer work. A guide to Superman Glide, Fish Drill, Skating, and Patient Arm.

Triathlon Swimming: Save Energy for the Bike and Run
Open Water

Triathlon Swimming: Save Energy for the Bike and Run

Why efficient technique matters more than speed in triathlon swimming. Learn how Total Immersion and consistent rhythm save energy.

Swimming as Meditation: How Rhythm Reduces Stress
Health & Wellbeing

Swimming as Meditation: How Rhythm Reduces Stress

The science behind swimming's mental health benefits — from cortisol reduction to flow states. Why rhythmic movement in water reduces stress.

Swimming 42 km in 24 Hours: Lessons from Ultra-Distance Champions
Open Water

Swimming 42 km in 24 Hours: Lessons from Ultra-Distance Champions

What does it take to swim 42km? Insights from Total Immersion athletes who conquered 24-hour challenges and how rhythm makes it possible.

Behind the Scenes: VimoSwim's 2025 Journey
Behind the Scenes

Behind the Scenes: VimoSwim's 2025 Journey

From four prototypes to 100 beta units - the real challenges of building hardware for swimmers. Inside our development process.

First Real Tests: What Swimmers Say About VimoSwim
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First Real Tests: What Swimmers Say About VimoSwim

We took VimoSwim to the pool for its first real user tests. Here's what swimmers discovered — from haptic feedback to nail tip challenges.

Open Water Swimming: Lessons from Total Immersion Camps
Open Water

Open Water Swimming: Lessons from Total Immersion Camps

From breathing techniques to group navigation — what I learned at Open Water Total Immersion camps in Kaszuby about rhythm in swimming.

Why Rhythm Matters: 3 Years of Total Immersion Swimming
Training

Why Rhythm Matters: 3 Years of Total Immersion Swimming

From 30 min/km to 15 min — how rhythm-based Total Immersion training transformed my swimming. Insights on interval training and metronome drills.

2.5 Years to This Moment: First Waterproof Device Test
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2.5 Years to This Moment: First Waterproof Device Test

After 2.5 years of development, we tested two fully waterproof VimoSwim devices in real conditions. Next: 100 beta units.

Rhythm in Sport: Why Metronomes Work for Athletes
Training

Rhythm in Sport: Why Metronomes Work for Athletes

In sport, rhythm is the difference between chaos and control. How metronomes help athletes in swimming, running, and cycling.

SPL: The Hidden Metric That Transforms Your Swimming
Training

SPL: The Hidden Metric That Transforms Your Swimming

Many swimmers obsess over speed, but SPL (Strokes Per Length) is a direct indicator of swimming efficiency. Learn what's good for your height.

VimoSwim Adventure
Behind the Scenes

VimoSwim Adventure

Follow the VimoSwim journey - from first prototype to swim training tool. Meet the team, discover key features, and join us.

VimoSwim Hits Alicante: An Inspiring Collaboration with Rafa Aledo
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VimoSwim Hits Alicante: An Inspiring Collaboration with Rafa Aledo

The VimoSwim team visited Alicante, Spain to collaborate with Rafa Aledo, one of Spain's leading Total Immersion coaches.

VimoSwim Update: Pushing Boundaries in Swim Training Tech!
Behind the Scenes

VimoSwim Update: Pushing Boundaries in Swim Training Tech!

Latest VimoSwim updates as we refine prototypes. Upcoming: extended battery life, waterproofing, and Bluetooth connectivity.

Mastering Your Swim Pace: A Guide to Tempo Trainers for Swimmers
Training

Mastering Your Swim Pace: A Guide to Tempo Trainers for Swimmers

Learn how tempo trainers help swimmers improve pacing, endurance, and stroke efficiency. Tips, workout ideas, and integration guide.

Meet the Team
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Meet the Team

Get to know the passionate swimmers and coaches behind VimoSwim — Total Immersion experts dedicated to helping you swim better.

Rafa Aledo: VimoSwim Ambassador from Alicante
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Rafa Aledo: VimoSwim Ambassador from Alicante

Meet Rafa Aledo from Alicante, Spain — one of the best swimming coaches in the country and our proud VimoSwim Ambassador.

A Year of Hard Work and Success: My Swimming Triumph
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A Year of Hard Work and Success: My Swimming Triumph

Witold Musial looks back on a year of open water success: 44 km in 24 hours, the Puck-Chalupy x4 crossing, and a Baltic Challenge Extreme award.

How to Start Swimming: A Simple Guide for Beginners
Training

How to Start Swimming: A Simple Guide for Beginners

New to swimming? Follow six beginner-friendly steps, from picking a pool to breathing and building a steady, calm rhythm in the water.

The Future of Swimming Tech: Suits, Sensors, and Data
Training

The Future of Swimming Tech: Suits, Sensors, and Data

From compression suits to wearables and biomechanics, see how modern technology is reshaping how swimmers train, measure, and improve in the water.

Pool vs Open Water Swimming: The Key Differences
Open Water

Pool vs Open Water Swimming: The Key Differences

Pool or open water? Compare technique, navigation, mindset, and gear, and learn how holding a steady rhythm carries over between both worlds of swimmi...

What Professional Swimmers Eat: Diet and Performance
Health & Wellbeing

What Professional Swimmers Eat: Diet and Performance

How professional swimmers fuel for performance: the carbs, protein, fats, and timing behind faster training and stronger recovery in the pool.

Eight Months Into VimoSwim: No Wins Yet, But We're Not Giving Up
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Eight Months Into VimoSwim: No Wins Yet, But We're Not Giving Up

Building something real takes time. For eight months, we've been pouring energy into VimoSwim. We've hit roadblocks. Tested. Tried again.

Freestyle in the Total Immersion Method: A Detailed Guide
Training

Freestyle in the Total Immersion Method: A Detailed Guide

A clear guide to freestyle in the Total Immersion method, with the core principles, key concepts, and drills that help you swim smoother and easier.

Three Swimming Styles in Total Immersion: How the Approach Differs
Training

Three Swimming Styles in Total Immersion: How the Approach Differs

How Total Immersion adapts to backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly, with a focus on fluidity, rhythm, and movement economy in each stroke.

Total Immersion: Where the Method Came From and Why It Works
Training

Total Immersion: Where the Method Came From and Why It Works

The story behind Total Immersion swimming, who created it, why it works, and how rhythm and technique help you swim farther with less effort.

The Amateur Swimmer's Diet: How to Eat for Better Training
Health & Wellbeing

The Amateur Swimmer's Diet: How to Eat for Better Training

A practical nutrition guide for amateur swimmers covering balanced meals, pre and post workout fuel, hydration, and smart supplementation.