SWIM PADDLES & RESISTANCE GLOVES – ELEVATE YOUR SWIM TRAINING
Take your swim training to the next level with swim paddles and resistance gloves—two proven tools used by coaches to build strength, reinforce proper technique, and improve endurance. When used correctly, they can make every lap more effective, whether you’re training for competition or swimming for fitness.
WHY USE SWIM PADDLES & RESISTANCE GLOVES?
Swim paddles and resistance gloves add controlled resistance to your stroke, helping you develop upper-body strength while increasing awareness of proper hand position and pull mechanics. For competitive swimmers, they’re excellent for building power and reinforcing efficient movement patterns. For fitness swimmers, they help increase workout intensity without increasing lap volume.
Swim paddles increase the surface area of your hand, which places greater demand on the shoulders, back, and core. This added resistance improves strength and enhances your “feel for the water,” making your strokes more effective when you return to swimming without equipment. Ergonomically shaped designs help maintain natural hand alignment, reducing unnecessary strain when used appropriately.
Resistance gloves provide a more forgiving form of resistance. Their flexible, webbed design increases drag while allowing a natural range of motion, making them ideal for endurance work, technique drills, water aerobics, and rehabilitation-focused swimming.
TRAIN SMARTER WITH SWIM PADDLES
Swim paddles come in multiple sizes and styles to support different training goals. Finger paddles are excellent for refining catch mechanics and hand entry, while full-hand paddles help develop pulling strength and stroke power.
Adjustable straps ensure a secure fit so you can focus on stroke quality without distraction. Constructed from durable, pool-safe materials, these paddles are built for consistent use in both pool and open-water training.
From a coaching standpoint, beginners should start with smaller paddles and short intervals to reinforce correct technique. Larger paddles are best reserved for experienced swimmers with solid shoulder strength and proper form.
BOOST YOUR WORKOUT WITH RESISTANCE GLOVES
Resistance gloves are a versatile and user-friendly training option. Easy to put on and comfortable to wear, they allow swimmers to add resistance without drastically altering stroke mechanics.
The webbed design increases water resistance through each phase of the stroke, helping build muscular endurance and elevate heart rate. Made from chlorine-resistant materials, these gloves are suitable for lap swimming, water fitness classes, and low-impact rehabilitation sessions.
Because they’re gentler on the shoulders than paddles, resistance gloves are an excellent choice for longer workouts or recovery days.
GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SWIM TRAINING
At SwimOutlet, we support swimmers at every level—from beginners to competitive athletes. Our swim paddles and resistance gloves are trusted by coaches and training professionals as effective tools for smarter, more purposeful swimming. Add them to your routine to build strength, refine technique, and maximize every session in the water.
