This volume investigates the intersection of mechanical principles and physiological performance within the sport of competitive swimming. The editors, A. P. Hollander, Kari L. Keskinen, and P.V. Komi, compile research from international experts to analyze how physical forces and biological systems interact to optimize aquatic speed and efficiency. The text presents a rigorous framework for understanding the technical demands of swimming through empirical data and clinical observation.

Experts in sports science and kinesiology recognize this volume as a foundational reference for the technical study of swimming performance. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is intended for researchers, coaches, and medical professionals working within high-performance athletics.