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Fifteen Meters of Fame: Analysis and Development of Underwater Dolphin Kicking

Many programs are consistent with their work on dynamic movements for underwater specificity, vertical kicking, and monofins (Arnold, 2011), but at the University of the Incarnate Word, we are introducing new hypoxic drills to ensure our athletes are working toward mastering their “Fifteen meters of fame.”

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Belmonte Shares Insights On Sport And Life

World Championships triple medalist and world record holder Mireia Belmonte has been busy speaking to groups of on the subjects…

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Slam the Dam Open Water Swim Cancelled Due To Government Shutdown

Big swimming events continue to be affected by the United States’ government shutdown.

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Oprah and Diana Nyad: The Power of the Human Spirit – airs Sunday Oct 6

Diana Nyad (from the show): “There’s a Henry David Thoreau quote that really grips me hard and it says when you achieve your goals in life, it’s not what that gets you. But it’s who I am.”

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Triumph over Tragedy: Mallory Weggemann at TEDx UNPlaza 2013

In 2008, Mallory Weggemann, a talented swimmer and college freshman, received an epidural injection to help treat back pain, but complications with the procedure left her paralyzed from the waist down.

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“The SwimSwam Ballot” for the 2013 Golden Goggles Awards

Katie Ledecky is going to be the star of the show at the 2013 Golden Goggles Awards.

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Danish Swimming Names 12 to “Great Danes” Roster

The Danish federation is making a push to increase the medal output from their men for the 2016 Olympics.

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Boyle Leads Impressive Showing By North Shore Swimmers

World Championships medalist Lauren Boyle took home gold in the 400 freestyle in what was an impressive night for North…

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Today In Swimming History, October 1st: Otylia Jędrzejczak Involved In A Major Car Accident One Year After Winning Three Olympic Medals

Today in History USA Swimming announces new suit regulations in 2009, Eric Shanteau was born, and Otylia Jędrzejczak was in a career altering car accident a year after winning Olympic Gold.

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Dynamo Swim Club Hires New Assistant Head Coach, Lead For Alpharetta Site

Dynamo Swim Club has announced the hiring of Franz Resseguie as Assistant Head Coach and Lead Coach of Dynamo’s Alpharetta…

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Jamie Thomas, USA Swimming Club Owner, Arrested on Misdemeanor Sexual Conduct Charge

Jamie Thomas, who is the owner and formerly the head coach of New South Swimming in North Carolina, has been…

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Swimming Canada’s 104th AGM

This weekend Ottawa’s playing host to Swimming Canada’s 104th AGM (annual general meeting)…

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Coach’s Intel: James Smith of the Myrtle Beach Riptides Shares a Mid-Season Aerobic Workout

Myrtle Beach Riptides CEO and head coach James Smith shares a mid-season aerobic workout.

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2013 RCP Tiburon Mile Photo Vault

The start of the 2013 RCP Tiburon Mile! (Photo Credit: Ian Thurston, Ianthurstonphotography.com)

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New Dolfin Platinum2 Colors Available for Pre-Order

At Dolfin we believe everyone deserves the chance to swim fast and that is exactly what we had in mind when developing Platinum2 technical swimwear. Tested and Approved by top Olympic and National swimmers and coaches, the Platinum2 is exactly what an athlete needs to feel fast and be confident that they are wearing a suit that will allow them to race at their full potential.

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