Following the Feet: Part 7 – B Meets
Following the Feet is an 8-week summer series on SwimSwam. Written by Stina Oakes, the series follows the eight weeks of summer…
10 Similarities Between Swimmers and Sharks #SharkWeek
Think you and JAWS have nothing in common? Think again!
26 Tips to Help Swim Coaches to Avoid Boring Routines
The current ease with which young people can choose to participate in other, more entertaining activities should encourage us to seek strategies capable of helping them to choose the sport of swimming. 26 strategies are listed here.
It all started with summer league swimming
“It is now the summer I turn 18. I am currently head coach of my summer league team, and it is by far the most rewarding experience I’ve ever had.”
Shouts from the Stands: Freedom, and how I became the fastest dad in America
In the spirit of our Founding Fathers who wanted the Independence and Freedom to experiment with better practices, I hope you can learn something from my last year’s journey of life, liberty and the pursuit of happy swimming.
10 Swimming Patches for Swim Parents
There are so many cool patches for the swimmers, my question is “Where’s the Love for the Swim Parents?” Here are my 10 suggestions for Swim Parent Patches.
3 Steps to Becoming a Thoughtful and Conscious Swimmer
More thoughtful swimmers are those that focus on the little things which will ultimately cultivate in reaching their full potential.
5 Ways to Accelerate your Recovery in Swimming
It’s preseason. Training is at the top of your priority, and your recovery is essential to getting through the next few weeks of high intensity workouts. For the 19-20 hours in the day that you spend off the pool deck, you have complete control over your recovery and how well you treat your body.
‘Why we love Virginia Swimming’ – a message from Virginia’s Class of 2019
In light of a few recent allegations and related negative press regarding the University of Virginia men’s swim team, we, the incoming men’s Class of 2019, want to share our perspective.
Following the Feet: Part 6 – Not Defeated
“Never cry about swimming,” the senior swimmer consoles the younger girl who shivers under her towel.
College Recruiting: There is Nothing Magic About July 1
Don’t panic if you have not received a ton of calls on July 1. This is only the first day that D-I coaches are “allowed” to start making calls.
What is The Art of Swim Parenting?
Being a swim parent is not easy. If it were, we would likely have 2 million registered USA Swimming members, rather than 400,000.
3 Healthy Dessert Alternatives During Competition Season
This time of year is particularly busy for swimmers. Let’s take a look at three alternatives you can incorporate into your diet to help you stay committed to proper nutrition.
How to Strength Train on the Pool Deck
No Weight Room? No Problem! Let’s discuss all the equipment and tools you may need to execute proper strength training on the pool deck.
4 Tips for Easier Summer Swim Meet Travel
Summer meets can be long and your amount of travel can quickly add up. Elite athletes respond to these circumstances by staying consistent with their routines and continuing to treat their bodies well with healthy choices on the road.
