1. What is Swim Pace?

Swim pace measures how long it takes to swim a standard distance, typically expressed as minutes per 100 yards or minutes per mile. It helps swimmers track performance and set training goals.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple pace equation:

Where:

• \( P \) — Pace (min/100yd or min/mile)
• \( T \) — Total time (minutes)
• \( D \) — Distance (in 100yd units or miles)

Explanation: The equation divides your total swim time by the distance (adjusted for units) to determine your pace per standard distance.

3. Importance of Pace Calculation

Details: Knowing your swim pace helps with training consistency, race planning, and tracking performance improvements over time.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total swim time in minutes and the distance swam. Select whether you want pace calculated per 100 yards or per mile. All values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good swim pace?
A: Competitive swimmers might aim for under 1:30/100yd, while beginners might be in the 2:30-3:00/100yd range. It varies by distance and skill level.

Q2: How do I convert between yards and meters?
A: 100 yards ≈ 91.44 meters. For pace, 1:00/100yd ≈ 1:05.6/100m (pace increases by about 9.3%).

Q3: Should I use pool length or actual distance?
A: Use actual distance swam. Most pools are 25yd or 25m, so 4 lengths = 100yd/m.

Q4: How does pace relate to speed?
A: Speed (mph) = 60 / (pace in min/mile). For yards: 100/(pace in min/100yd) = yards per minute.

Q5: Why calculate pace per 100 yards?
A: It's the standard training unit in swimming, similar to minutes per mile in running.