Calculate your swimming pace, time, and distance. Get split times for different pool lengths and strokes. Perfect for training and race planning.
Swimming pace is typically measured as time per 100 meters or 100 yards, which differs from running where pace is measured per kilometer or mile. This calculator helps you understand your swimming performance and plan your training effectively.
Different swimming strokes have different speeds due to their biomechanics and energy requirements:
The fastest stroke, most efficient for distance swimming
About 15% slower than freestyle, requires good body position
The slowest stroke, about 35% slower than freestyle
Very powerful but energy-intensive, about 20% slower than freestyle
Pool length affects your overall time due to turns and push-offs:
More turns mean more opportunities for push-offs, typically faster times
Fewer turns, requires better endurance and pacing
Common in US pools, slightly shorter than 25m
Effective swim training uses different pace zones for specific adaptations:
Easy swimming for active recovery and technique work
Builds aerobic base and swimming efficiency
Improves lactate threshold and race endurance
Practice your target race speed
High-intensity efforts with rest periods
Maximum effort for power and speed development
Several factors influence your swimming pace:
Proper form is more important in swimming than any other sport
Horizontal body position reduces drag significantly
Efficient breathing maintains rhythm and oxygen supply
Strong kick provides propulsion and maintains body position
Fast, efficient turns can save significant time
Reducing drag through proper body alignment
| Distance | Type | Common Events |
|---|---|---|
| 50m | Sprint | All strokes |
| 100m | Sprint | All strokes |
| 200m | Middle Distance | All strokes, IM |
| 400m | Middle Distance | Freestyle, IM |
| 800m | Distance | Freestyle |
| 1500m | Distance | Freestyle (Mile) |
To swim faster, focus on these key areas:
Work with a coach to refine your stroke mechanics
Swim 3-5 times per week for steady improvement
Mix high-intensity intervals with recovery periods
Build core and upper body strength for power
Improve shoulder and ankle flexibility for better range of motion
Record yourself swimming to identify technique issues
Practice specific drills to improve different aspects of your stroke
Calculate running or walking pace
Calculate running pace and splits
Calculate marathon finish time
Calculate calories burned during exercise
Calculate one rep max strength
Calculate heart rate training zones