2017 FINA World Masters Champions Set for August 7th-20th in Budapest
Official dates have been set for the 2017 FINA World Masters Championships, which will be taking place from August 7th to August 20th, 2017.
10 Words That Have a Completely Different Meaning to Swimmers
There is no doubt that swimming, like any sport, has its own specialized vocabulary. But there are also some everyday words that have a completely different meaning to swimmers.
7 Ways to Swim Fearlessly in 2016 and 2017
Is fear holding you back from achieving your potential in the pool? Here are 7 tips to swim fearlessly in 2016-2017.
Why RPM Matters in Swimming
In the sprinters’ world, RPM matters. When a swimmer goes from hip-driven to shoulder-driven, he basically changes the technique of using his hand (and arm) from an airplane wing and paddle to using it as a propeller.
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Mark Spitz
The fastest moustache to ever graze the pool, here are ten things you didn’t know about one of the greatest swimmers in history, Mark Spitz.
5 Habits of Mentally Tough Swimmers
Internal fortitude. These words usually get tossed around when coaches discuss elite swimmers. Here are 5 habits of mentally tough swimmers.
7 Things You Should Know About Alexander Popov
One of the all-time greats, Alex Popov of Russia dominated the sprint freestyle events in the 1990’s. Here are 7 things you might not have known about the Sprint Tsar.
Gustavo Borges Swims 24 Second 50 LCM Free at Age of 44
Though all eyes were on the winning Brazilian team of Bruno Fratus, Joao Gomes, Henrique de Souza, and Henrique Rodrigues in…
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.
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.
Orlando, Fla. to Host 2018 UANA Pan American Masters Championship
The swimming championship will be held at the YMCA Aquatic Center on International Drive
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.
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.
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.