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  1. The Magic of the Zoggs Water Wing Vest
    The Magic of the Zoggs Water Wing Vest

    The Magic of the Zoggs Water Wing Vest

    We love the Water Wing vest so what better way to show this than to find out what others think...

    Since using the Zoggs Water Wing Vest in lessons, it has produced incredible results in the confidence and technique of students. I wanted to share a few stories that stand out in using the product as at first I was cautious putting it on my students and I wasn’t sure how well it would work. While at first it looked as though it would work similarly to arm bands and limit arm movement and inhibit good body position, I found it was completely different to my first impression. H

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  2. Parents' Guide: Taking your child swimming this weekend?
    Parents' Guide: Taking your child swimming this weekend?

    Parents' Guide: Taking your child swimming this weekend?

    It's commonly known that children learn to swim as much from their parents at the weekend, as in their weekly lessons. Although the benefits are evident it can sometimes seem like an uphill struggle at times to take the kids swimming at the weekend, you get them to the pool and get them changed but what next? Our Learn to Swim teacher tackles the most common questions asked by parents about how to develop their child’s swim development:

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  3. Zoggs Swim Diaries: From Beginner to Honeymoon Swimmer!
    Zoggs Swim Diaries: From Beginner to Honeymoon Swimmer!

    Zoggs Swim Diaries: From Beginner to Honeymoon Swimmer!

    Learning to Swim can be achieved whatever your age. Lillian, our International Graphic Designer, has chosen to take on this challenge. After getting engaged last year she thought it was about time she learned to swim. We are going to be there every step of the way as she goes from Beginner to Honeymoon Swimmer…

    Lillian with her fiancee wearing Sombrero's ready for their honeymoon in Mexico

    ‘Do you swim?’ was the most awkward interview question I had ever been asked. Sure

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  4. Top Open Water Goggles for Triathlon Season
    Top Open Water Goggles for Triathlon Season

    Top Open Water Goggles for Triathlon Season

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  5. Happy Birthday to Us! Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation
    Happy Birthday to Us! Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation

    Happy Birthday to Us! Celebrating 25 Years of Innovation

    Born in Australia, the home of swimming, we've now been swimming around the world for 25 years! At Zoggs we have a passion for creating innovative, exciting and high quality products, which is why we're celebrating a fantastic 25 years of innovation.

    So, where did it all begin..?

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    Zoggs is born in Sydney, Australia. We become the first brand to offer UV protection and split-yoke straps as standard features on all goggles.

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  6. Introducing Zoggs Water Wing Vests for Learn to Swim
    Introducing Zoggs Water Wing Vests for Learn to Swim

    Introducing Zoggs Water Wing Vests for Learn to Swim

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    At Zoggs, we believe that little ones should be introduced to water at an early age, and given all the support they need to build their confidence. Our learn to swim products are designed and categorised to suit your child's stage of swim development, helping you incorporate fun, safety and learning into every swim session. We've continued to develop our popular range of learn to swim buoyancy aids and have now introduced our new Water Wing Vest for

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  7. The Benefits of Swimming During Pregnancy
    The Benefits of Swimming During Pregnancy

    The Benefits of Swimming During Pregnancy

    It's important to maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout your pregnancy, and most forms of light exercise will assist in easing up aches and pains as well as your breathing, helping you to utilise oxygen more efficiently. Swimming is a fantastic low impact exercise, making it perfect for light activity throughout pregnancy. By exercising in the pool, the water will help to support your joints and ligaments, as well as counteract any increased muscle strain from your growing bump. We've put together some top tips to ensure you get the most out of swimming during pregnancy.

    First Trimester

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  8. Zoggs Tips: Introducing Your Baby to the Swimming Pool
    Zoggs Tips: Introducing Your Baby to the Swimming Pool

    Zoggs Tips: Introducing Your Baby to the Swimming Pool

    Swimming is a fantastic bonding activity for parents and their babies, but when is the right time to introduce little ones to the pool? We tackle some of the most common questions:

    How old should my baby be before their first swim?

    You won’t need to wait for your baby to be immunised before taking them to the pool; the chlorine in the water will kill off any germs. Most baby swimming classes will accept newborns from 4-6 weeks of age, and will take place in smaller pools for safety. However, it’s advisable for new mums to wait at least six weeks after labour before going swimming. Your body wil

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  9. What Are the Best Foods to Eat Before and After a Swim?
    What Are the Best Foods to Eat Before and After a Swim?

    What Are the Best Foods to Eat Before and After a Swim?

    What Are the Best Foods to Eat Before and After a Swim?Whether you swim for exercise, competition or fun, taking on the right fuel can make a real difference to your performance in the pool and your body’s ability to recover once you leave it, but what should you eat and when?
    Take a quick look at the Zoggs’ guide to the best foods to eat before and after your swim:

    Best Foods Before a Swim

    Swimming works your cardiovascular system and muscles without putting too much strain on your joints, that’s what makes it such a great form of exercise, but in order to get the full health benef

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  10. 5 Reasons Why Your Next Workout Should Be a Swim
    5 Reasons Why Your Next Workout Should Be a Swim

    5 Reasons Why Your Next Workout Should Be a Swim

    endurance swimwearLooking for an alternative to the gym or considering your options for starting an exercise regime? Then here are just 5 reasons why your next workout should be a swim:

    1. It Helps You to Lose Weight

    Swimming is one of the most efficient ways to ditch the calories and lose weight. According to recent studies, swimming freestyle at a slow pace for 30-minutes can burn around 350 calories depending on the weight and speed of the person.
    Compared to the same amount of time spent doing other moderate activities like walking (75 Kcal), cycling (180

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