Take the Virtual Frogman Challenge and Support the Navy SEAL Foundation
In response to our registration filling in less than five hours for the 2014 event, and many disappointed potential swimmer/fundraisers, we have created the “Virtual Frogman Challenge”.
Top 10 Songs on Sierra Schmidt’s Pre-Race Playlist (And More Insights Into ‘The Wobble’)
1) Bang Bang by Jessie J. ft. Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj 2) All About That Bass by Meghan Trainor…
International Homes of Cedar, Inc. Announces New Spokesperson, Gold Medalist Rowdy Gaines
“This was simply a natural fit for me. “said Rowdy Gaines. Our family built an IHC home from the ground up on the beach in Florida over 30 years ago. I grew up spending the weekends and summers there. It was my escape.”
What does it mean to make the U.S. National Team? 7 big benefits for National Teamers
What does it mean for an athlete to make the U.S. National Team? You asked, we found the answers, plus put together a brief explanation of USA Swimming’s Athlete Partnership Agreement.
Coach David Marsh: Fishing Wisdom For Swimmers and Swim Coaches
SwimMAC CEO/Coach David Marsh shared this message with his staff, something he does often, always striving to guide and mentor the swimming family. We asked if David would allow us to share it with you. Thankfully he said ok.
How to improve hip rotation and efficiency in swimming
True swimming power comes from the hips. Try this swimming set.
Brent Hayden to Compete for the Title of Canada’s Smartest Person
Olympic bronze medallist Brent Hayden will be one of the participants on the television program Canada’s Smartest Person…
Playful banter or rollicking trash talk? Sun Yang ramps up rivalry with TV commercials directed at Park Tae-Hwan
With about a week to go until the start of the Asian Games in Incheon, South Korea, perhaps the biggest rivalry of the meet is already heating up.
Steele Wisdom: 7 Visualization Drills for Fast Swimming
Steele’s coaching wisdom can be summed up simply: “It’s not what you do, but how you do it,” and “if it’s fun to watch, it’s fun to do”.
Swim Music Video: LaGuardia Aquatic Club Twisters
Swim Music Video is courtesy of LaGuardia Aquatic Club Twisters.
Schlanger and Wright Tie the Knot
Australian Olympians Melanie Schlanger and Chris Wright were married over the weekend…
NBC Today Show hosts Matt Lauer and Al Roker to emcee 2014 Golden Goggles
The annual Golden Goggle Awards not only honors and celebrates our U.S. National Swim Team, it serves as an important fundraiser for the USA Swimming Foundation. Proceeds benefit the USA Swimming Foundation’s mission to
“Save Lives and Build Champions” – in the pool and in life.
10 Cool Underwater Swimming Photos
If you’re a regular on SwimSwam then you know the work of photographer Mike Lewis. Mike’s unique way of capturing swimming…
Lo Swim Photo Vault: Summer 2014
Lo Swim was founded in 2009 by former Cal and Davis swimmers Annie Babicz and Sheeva Van Gemeren. The two set out to create something they never had during their collegiate careers: a fashion forward suit that stood up to the intense demands of training.