Brazil Passes Test in World Cup Safety, Security; See You in 2016, Rio
Brazil is on the right track toward 2016. With safety measures proven, the focus can now turn to the construction and legacy for the 2016 Summer Olympic Games.
5 Fun Facts About The 2014 FINA Diving World Cup
160 divers from 28 countries compete at the 19th FINA Diving World Cup July 15-20th.
5 sessions, 5 suits. Do you switch suits to suit your session?
Do you mix it up or keep it consistent through the week?
3 Ways to Improve your Breath Control
All swimmers can benefit from improving their breath control—whether it helps you hold your head down in the final meters of a race or it enables you to go further underwater off each wall.
How to achieve Early Vertical Forearm
Brian Bolster, Head Coach of Osprey Aquatics, wanted to tackle the issue of Early Vertical Forearm (EVF) and succeeded spectacularly with the development of the Bolster Paddles.
The Top 7 Most Awesome Bubble Rings Videos
Swimmers blowing bubble rings should be an Olympic event!
Inspiration and Perspective from someone late to the Michael Phelps Fan Party
My sister makes fun of me for my late-to-the-party interest in Michael Phelps. Back in 2007 – 08, when he was breaking world records, dominating the sport and eating up space on magazine covers, he barely registered with me. I don’t know how I managed such ignorant bliss; we were on the University of Michigan campus at the same time
Open Letter: Air Quality From a Pool Owner’s Perspective
An open letter from Bob McCallister, Cobb County Aquatics Manager, to all owners, operators, and users of indoor pools. (Featured Image: Mountain View Aquatic Center)
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College Recruiting: What to Do if You Don’t Get Phone Calls on July 1
You are a high school senior and it is the evening of July 1 and the phone hasn’t been ringing, what do you do?
Swim Training: Got the long course blues, then shorten your 50 meter lane
Long course season and warmer weather means fewer lanes and more swimmers in the water. When pressed for space, coaches and swimmers all-too-often sacrifice speed and turn development in workouts.
18 Swim Jobs You Might Love
Who wouldn’t want to work in swimming? The sport of swimming is great!
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3 Reasons Why Chloe Sutton Likes SwimSpray
Two-time Olympian Chloe Sutton knows swimming, knows the lifestyle and strives to make it fit her life. She trains with…
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Syrian Olympian Azad Al-Barazi Swims For His War Ravaged Country
Azad Al-Barazi: “I still wanted to swim, and the only reason why is for the Syrian people, for the 140,000 plus people that died, 7,000 of them children. For the economic losses and for the 3 million homes destroyed…”
Four Steps to Help You Adjust to a New Swim Team
When joining a new swim club for the first time, a swimmer undoubtedly has numerous questions running through his or her head: How will I fit in with the rest of the team? Will I be able to connect well with the coach? Am I going to be the slowest swimmer on deck?
Swim Gear: Q Swimwear Design Contest, “Your Style on Your Suit!”
Q Swimwear wants to see what you, the swimmers, the parents, the coaches, would like to see on a swim suit.
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