Masters

10 things you’ll find in a swimmer’s bag

If you’ve ever made the mistake of opening a swimmer’s backpack, chances are you were treated to a nice, sweet smell of chlorine twisted with a harsh blend of mildew, goldfish and moisturizer.

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The Tradition Continues: the 8th Annual Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic

The 8th Annual Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic, a unique short course meters competition, will be taking place from October 7th-9th, 2016.

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Orlando, Fla. to Host 2018 UANA Pan American Masters Championship

The swimming championship will be held at the YMCA Aquatic Center on International Drive

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The 5 Unwritten Rules of Open Lap Swimming

#3 – There is no shame in the slow lane.

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10 Signs You’re a Retired Swimmer

#10 When someone asks you if you miss competitive swimming, it’s never a straightforward ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer.

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10 Things You Will Learn About Yourself from Swimming

Over the course of your career swimming will teach you a lot about life, and about yourself. Here are 10 such things you will learn via our favorite sport.

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12 Reasons Why Swim Parents Should Join Masters

12 reasons why it is beneficial for swim parents to dive in the pool and join a masters program.

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4 Reasons why 100 IM should be offered at all swim meets

The 100 IM is a race many swimmers would love to have!

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Greenville Splash Masters Awarded Colorado Time Systems Pace Clock

The Pace Clock Pro allows teams to utilize various timing components to measure critical moments such as start reaction times, relay exchanges, turn speed, and more.

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6 Tips to Keep You Chasing Your Swimming Goals When You Feel Like Giving Up

No matter where you stand on the ladder of swimming prowess, from age grouper to world record holder, there are days where we just aren’t feeling it. Here are 6 ways to get fired up again.

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Masters Swimming – Δ Delta

If you thirst to go faster, improve your times, or slice through the water with a bit more ease, then a change is needed.

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Barbados Festival Celebrates 5th Event

In 2016, Barbados enjoys a golden year of 50 years and the Barbados Open Water Festival (BOWF) will enjoy a milestone of its own as it hosts its fifth event Nov 2-6.

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US Masters Swimming Summer Nationals Photo Vault

It’s hot up in Portland this week for the 2016 US Masters Swimming Summer Nationals – 100+ degrees on deck….

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SwimSwam Photographer Mike Lewis Wins 1500 Free At USMS Nationals

Competing at the 2016 U.S. Swimming Summer National Championships in Gresham, Oregon, SwimSwam photographer Mike Lewis raced to victory in the men’s 1500 meter freestyle.

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