How Breaststroke Became Two Strokes, And How One Swimmer Took Full Advantage
When butterfly split from breaststroke and a fourth stroke was created, Don Kutyna launched from mediocrity to national prominence.
4D Swimming Part II: Questions and Phenomena
Part II of the series looks at the phase one findings and the that arose interesting questions, along with explanations on phenomena we see regularly.
“Go Laura Go!”: The Passion Lives On
Malaysian native Laura Atkinson shares her journey on coming over to the U.S. to swim in college while also pursuing a degree in entrepreneurship.
Swimming Among the Olympians, A Memoir
Chris McClelland details training with the Florida Gators in the 1980s. “It is something that no one can take away. A once in a lifetime experience.”
Shouts From The Stands: Swimmers During COVID-19
Ultimately, the pain that we suffer from swimming, even if it’s the first week back, is far less than the pain of sitting at home and doing nothing.
No Limits
After an accident early in life left him paralyzed, Dan Butler won three Paralympic gold medals while also forging a successful law career. He died in May.
Ask Swim Mom: When Will My Child Move Up?
Although some kids possibly are overlooked for moving up through the ranks, usually there is a reason why coaches keep kids in certain groups.
Early Morning Training and Sleep Deprivation: Facts and Solutions
Even though the importance of sleep is scientifically proven, changing the culture of our sport will be a long and challenging process.
Swim Mom: The Secret To Motivating Our Kids
The best way to encourage our kids to put down video games and phones is not by bribing or threatening them — but by inspiring them.
10 Things About Practice We Can All Learn From The Little Mermaid
In preparation for our return to the pool deck, let’s get ready to have the best-ever first week back by learning from our favorite Disney siren!
Swim Mom Musings: The Assault On College Swimming
With multiple programs forced to cut swimming & diving due to COVID-19, it’s time to take a stand against this assault on our sport.
Swim Mom: Will City Pools Be a Casualty of Coronavirus?
Not only are USA Swimming teams at risk throughout the country, but pools may go under as well. Many people’s lives are improved daily because of a pool.
The Tommy John Injury Of Swimming
Dr. Alec Domjan takes an in-depth look as to why the swimmer’s shoulder is just as big of an issue in swimming as the elbow injury is in baseball.
4D Swimming – Part I: The Beginning
In Part I of the series, we go through the study and the findings of phase one on mid-distance and distance freestyle.
