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ELI5: Why are swimming records broken so much more regularly than running?
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Technology. There isn't really much technology in running. In swimming, full body suits made a huge difference as well as materials to improve buoyancy. Full length suits are now banned, as well as non textile materials.

Turbulence in the water also slows the swimming. There have also been improvements in lane dividers that reduce turbulence, as well as changes to the sides of pools that don't reflect waves as much.