Most swimmers hit the gym with good intentions—but many are making simple mistakes that limit their progress or even increase injury risk. In this post, we break down 5 of the most common dryland training errors swimmers make, explain how to fix them, and show how proper strength work can directly boost performance in the pool.

Want to swim faster and reduce injury risk? Learn how to structure the perfect RAMP warm-up for swimmers using proven sports science methods and a ready-to-use routine.