The Powerlist

FINIS Set of the Week: A Distance Swimmer’s Staple

Whether she’s training for an English Channel crossing or a record-breaking 500 yard swim, this set is a “go-to” in marathon swimmer Catherine Breed’s lineup of workouts.

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Letting Go of Expectations

Is it better to go into a meet expecting certain results or not expecting certain results? Is it beneficial to approach competition expecting yourself to achieve a specific outcome or to let go of expectations altogether?

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The Big Meet Went Well. What Do I Do Now to Get to the Next Level?

Happy with how this season went? But you are ready to take things even further next season? Here’s where to…

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L’Amore Per Il Nuoto Non Ha Stagioni-Le Parole Che Non Ti Ho Detto

E’ estate. Per molti è il periodo di “astinenza” o semplicemente di pausa. C’è chi desidera ogni giorno di tuffarsi…

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2018 U.S. Nationals Day 1: Brinegar (1500 free, #8), Rooney (200 fly, #15) Scratch out; Eastin Still in

Rooney was the 15th seed there, but will instead focus only on the 100 free tomorrow, where he’s seeded 10th.

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4 Reasons Why Year-Round Swimming is an Important Activity to Consider

Here are 4 reasons why parents should strongly consider keeping their kids enrolled in year-round swim lessons.

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2018 U.S. Nationals Previews: Conger-Clark-Kalisz Rematch in 200 Fly

After an incredibly close finish at 2017 nationals, we’ll get to see a rematch between Jack Conger, Chase Kalisz, and Pace Clark in the 200 fly.

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Press Conferences + Pancakes: US Nationals Day 0 Highlights (Video)

I thought it might be nice for viewers to go over all of the press conferences, and pull my personal favorite highlights

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Simone Manuel’s TYR Contract Includes Unprecedented Inclusion Rider

Though exact details have not been released, Manuel’s contract stipulation is believed to be the first of its kind in professional sports.

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The Official 2018 SwimSwam U.S. Nationals Preview Index

Bookmark this page to stay on top of every race we preview and for a quick look at our top picks in each race.

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Donovan Named Director of Competitive Swimming for Jersey Wahoos

Jersey Wahoos announced the appointment of Paul Donovan as their new Director of Competitive Swimming, making him responsible leading and delivering the complete Wahoo program from lessons to the Senior National group.

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2018 U.S. Nationals Previews: Open Field Behind Margalis in 200 IM

The race for 2nd in the 200 IM has been blown open in light of recent events, but Olympic medalist Melanie Margalis remains the heavy favorite.

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FINA Unveils 2019 Hosts, Dates for Diving World Series

FINA is pleased to reveal the 2019 calendar of the prestigious annual circuit of the FINA/CNSG Diving World Series, a competition exclusively open to the world’s diving elite with numerous World and Olympic champions taking part every year.

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2018 U.S. Nationals Previews: Franklin, Schmitt Go for 200 FR Comeback

There’s an obvious frontrunner in the American women’s 200 free field based on the past few seasons: distance superstar Katie Ledecky. Missy Franklin, the short course American Record holder, is looking to make a comeback though.

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Hungary Ousted in Water Polo Quarterfinals for First Time Since 1991

For the first time since 1991 Hungary will be missing from the semi-finals of the men’s tournament at the European Water Polo Championships: the Magyar side was ousted by the Olympic champion Serbian team with ease.

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