For decades, swimmers in Warren have launched themselves into the pool from the same starting blocks. These blocks are believed to date back to the late 80s or early 90s and were installed around the ...

The smallest improvements in power and streamline off the block can make an enormous difference in sprint swimming.

Fans watching major swimming competitions over the years have become accustomed to a similar starting block, typically blue with white on the side and metallic silver backstroke handles. This block, ...