9 Satisfying Things in Swimming
Freshly shaved legs in bed sheets
Shaving is a different experience for in-season swimmers than regular people. For them, it’s a daily occurrence, or at least something they can do when they please. For us, it’s a privilege we haven’t had in 3-5 months. An award, you might say, for making it through the season.
4 Nutrition Tips To Get You Ready For You Swimming Workouts
When you’re heading to your next swimming workout, from work or class, nutrition may be the last thing on your mind. However, the right nutrition can be the difference between you crashing mid-workout out having a great session.
FINIS Set Of The Week: Hitting Your Taper Perfectly
The key during taper is to remember everyone is DIFFERENT! No two swimmers are the same, therefore need rest a specific way and manner.
Get SwimSwam Magazine’s Tattoo Issue with the Anthony Ervin Cover
We dive deep on Anthony Ervin, the oldest man to win an individual Olympic gold, and we profile the biggest stars in sport in this massive 172 page issue.
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Man With Cerebral Palsy Imitates Michael Phelps Rule Yourself Video
In this very moving video you will see Johnny, who has cerebral palsy, walking for the first time. He and his family owe this to the inspiration that Phelps is.
40,000 Pairs Of Goggles Stolen In The UK
There’s losing your random pair of goggles at a swim meet, then there’s the much bigger case of an entire shipment of goggles being stolen from its delivery point
When Phelps Orders Coffee, Starbucks Recognizes The GOAT
Michael Phelps got a special recognition when ordering a simple cup of coffee.
What I wish I Had Known Before Swimming In College
Important things to consider for high schoolers who want to swim in college.
6 Tricks To Prevent Sleep Deprivation Before Race Day
We’ve mentioned before how important sleep is for swimmers and how it can impact your overall health and athletic training program.
Shouts From The Stands: Whatever You Need Me To Do?
SwimSwam welcomes reader submissions about all topics aquatic, and if it’s well-written and well-thought, we might just post it under…
Video: Literally My Life Parody, Featuring Ryan Murphy
While at the Cal Invite, Davis High School freshmen never imagined they’d be able to meet Olympic swimmer, Ryan Murphy,…
Use Your Food For Recovery
One of the most important factors in sustained athletic success is understanding recovery. There are many components to improving your recovery time from training that can really up you’re A game.
How Swimmers Can Use Zinc To Help Them Swim Faster
Zinc plays an important part in the growth, repair, and recovery of muscle tissue, which is a crucial part of any athlete’s training protocol. Low zinc levels can negatively impact on athletes’ muscle repair and overall recovery.
How To Get Prepared For Your Big Swim Event
Often underestimated by swimmers, coaches, and parents, getting enough quality sleep is a critical part of preparing for your big swim event. While we sleep, our bodies repair and recover, they consolidate memories and prepare us for the next day.
