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The info you need

Need to know more about the specifics of cycling? Or do you need to know the basics? Or maybe you are already an experienced cyclist with a couple of races under the belt? The articles in this section will guide you through tbe basics of cycling.

Transcendence in a pool

There is a soft transcendence to long distance swimming. But, as Marcus Low discovers, you have to be fit to feel it.

Get a swimmer's physique

It comes as no surprise that the swimmers physique is highly sought after. But will swimming give you the body you desire?

Swim yourself slim

Swimming is one of the best forms of exercise. We spoke to Virgin Active's swim coach Anton Louw to get an easy to follow programme to get you fit and trim in the pool.

Stroke technique

As one studies the swimming strokes of more and more swimmers, one begins to feel that there are less and less "hard and fast" answers in areas of stroke technique.