By Tony L. from Hartford, CT on 5/12/2011

A temporary job assignment in 2005 had me using a very small hotel swimming pool as my main exercise facility for most of the summer.  I found the Stationary Swimmer at a sporting goods store about a week into my assignment.  (I think I paid $25.)  I've used my Stationary Swimmer regularly ever since!   The cords provide a better resistance work-out than hand-paddles or not kicking.  The "pull-back" described in other reviews is really minimal.  This product works great with freestyle, breast-stroke & backstoke.  Side-stroke is a bit of a challege, but is OK if you shorten / eliminate your glide phase.  The confused looks as to why you're not moving anywhere even though you're swimming are worth the cost of the product!

I've been looking to replace my stationary swimmer for about 6 months now. The elastic around the velcro is starting to wear out  (the cording & velcro are still like new).  Until I finally spotted one here at swimoutlet.com, I hadn't seen another one since I bought mine, and I've looked in stores in 4 different states and numerous websites (including this one) in the past 6 years.  (People always ask me where I got it when I use it.)  Thank-you swimoutlet.com for adding the Stationary Swimmer to your product line!

By Adam L. from Houma, LA on 10/12/2010

Difficult to get used to being pulled backwards during the breathing pahse of the stroke.  However, once you get the hang of it, it is great for endurance swim training.  I would reccommend tethering the line at a steep angle to help hold your feet and body at the water line.

By Paul Peregord from Detroit, Michigan on 12/29/2008

Everybody watched as I put this on for the first time. After ten minutes I took a little break, people came up and asked, "Where did you get that?"
I have to admit I was a bit skeptical at first, but after using this two times, I am a believer. This thing is easy to use and gives a great work-out.