How Swimmers Tapered in 1968 – George Haines Training (Video)
Here’s a cool blast from the past: the International Swimming Hall of Fame has published a 1960’s-era documentary featuring some early training philosophies concerning the all-important concept of “taper.”
Missy Franklin Won’t Swim US Nationals After Double Shoulder Surgery
Two-time Olympian Missy Franklin won’t compete in major national or international competition this summer after surgeries on both of her shoulders.
Mixed Relay Will ‘Add Spice’ To Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Per Adam Peaty
“It’s something that would make things [at the Olympics] a little bit more fun,” says Olympic gold medalist Adam Peaty of the mixed relay added to Tokyo 2020
Speedo Signs Paralympian Becca Meyers
Team Speedo has signed on triple Paralympic Gold Medalist Becca Meyers this month. She was welcomed to the team by world record holder Missy Franklin on June 2nd. Meyers competes in the 50m Freestyle, 100m Freestyle, 400m Freestyle, 100m Butterfly, and 200m IM.
Estonian Swimming Head Coach Resigns
Estonian Swimming Federation head coach Janno Jürgenson is stepping down due to family reasons. His contract agreement will end mutually on July 31st. The search for a new head coach will start on June 14th. Janno Jürgenson will be in the office full time until the end of July.
Ryan Held & Veteran Tim Payne Participate In Swim Across America
On Jun 11, 2017 at the Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary, NC Ryan Held, 2016 Rio Gold Medalist and 2016…
Freestyle Kicking Power Requires Plantar Flexibility
Having great plantar flexibility of the ankle is a prerequisite for developing a stronger, faster flutter kick.
Australia’s Patterson Closes Indi Para World Series With Two Wins
Lakeisha Patterson of Australia won two more events on day 3 in Indianapolis to give her five total for the competition.
2017 U.S. World Trials Preview: New Age In Men’s 1500
With Wilimovsky out of World Trials, the men’s 1500 now becomes wide open.
An Ode To The Goodie Bag
With age group championship meets around the corner, I have heartwarming memories from our team’s send-off parties for our Junior Olympic and National level swimmers.
SwimSpray Can Help Remove Chlorine Damage From Hair & Skin
Try SwimSpray. SwimSpray is the first product to provide a concentrated solution of vitamin C in purified water, and is the only hair product on the market that instantly neutralizes chlorine.
Frederick Bousquet To Compete On Season 2 Of France’s Ninja Warrior
Freddy Bousquet is set to compete on the 2nd season of France’s ‘Ninja Warrior’ show.
British Swimmer, Coach Clive Rushton Passes At Age 69
British Olympic swimmer and longtime coach Clive Rushton has passed away from cancer at the age of 69.
