Olympic swimmers train in pools designed to mimic real race conditions. Coaches fine-tune current speeds to match race pace or push harder for endurance and strength, while flow shifts prepare athletes for sudden bursts and fast finishes. Turbulence replicates the unpredictability of open water, and resistance features build power with every stroke. Even the water temperature is adjusted to match the exact environment of the event—whether a chilly triathlon lake or a warm Olympic pool. This meti