A Swimmer’s Immune System: Why Sickness Routinely has Bad Timing
Illnesses usually come when we don’t need them at all. For swimmers that means: During a training trip or right
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Training & Nutrition
What is the Hardest Event in Swimming? The Choice Isn’t Easy
There’s nothing worse than getting a wide eyed, worrisome expression from your friend after you answered their question, “So, what
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How Can You Benefit From a Strong Relationship With Your Coach?
Swimming is a sport that requires an immense amount of physical, mental and emotional energy. When you are pushing yourself
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10 Hidden Benefits of Swimming
Everyone wants to be an Olympic swimmer. But luckily, you don’t have to be an Olympic swimmer to benefit from
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9 Strange Skills Every Swimmer Acquires Over Time
The other day I saw a girl in her volleyball uniform and thought, “Huh, I wonder how different life would
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How to Dive Off the Blocks Faster | 6 Swimming Start Tips
Your start can make or break your performance in a swim race. A bad start can be the difference between
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Why You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty About Using Fins on Kick Sets
Fins help make kick sets more productive and fun If you’re like many swimmers, you probably hate kick sets, but
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What Can I Do Behind the Blocks When I Suddenly Get Negative Thoughts?
One of the more upsetting, confidence-eroding events for swimmers is having to deal with the flood of last-minute negativity and
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Strength Training For Age Groupers: Yes or No?
Some years ago, a rookie Middle Atlantic coach took his middle and high school swim teams to the weight room.
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