VIDEO INTERVIEW: Vyatchanin’s citizenship search comes to a close
Arkady Vyatchanin made his 2015 Pro Swim Series debut in Orlando over the weekend, and the former Russian Olympian checked in with SwimSwam for an update on his citizenship search.
THE VIKING MANIFESTO Part 4: LCHF and Energy Metabolism Within the Muscle
In part 4, the Viking looks to show that the implications for adaptation to the low-carb, high-fat diet go beyond long-distance swimming at low intensity levels.
Auburn Coach Brett Hawke Previews SEC Championships Being Held on Team’s Home Turf
In his pre-meet press conference, Auburn head coach Brett Hawke breaks down the reality of the competitive Southeastern Conference (SEC),…
VIDEO INTERVIEW: Leverenz talks marriage and honeymoon training trip
SwimSwam caught up with Caitlin Leverenz over the weekend at the Arena Pro Swim Series at Orlando to talk everything from the 400 IM to her recent marriage to training alongside a college program.
Nevada Gaming Control Board Recommends Approval on Wagering on 2016 Olympic Games
An important hurdle has been cleared in a bid to bring legal Olympic wagering to the United States in 2016.
A Reminder for Those Making Excuses: There is Always a Way
H/T to LSU Swimming & Diving From Emily Weil: “It’s official, Boston has reached its snowiest month on record with…
Mountain West Coaches Pick Boise State Women as Favorites to Win 2015 Title
An admission by the SwimSwam editorial staff: the Mountain West Conference, among mid-majors, might just be our favorite to cover….
2015 SEC Women’s Championship Fan Guide: Bauerle back, Bulldogs shoot for six straight
Brittany MacLean and the Bulldogs look fierce heading into post-season action, with Texas A&M and Florida the closest challengers to the reigning NCAA champions.
What Does It Take To Qualify For NCAA’s? List of Cutoff Times From 2014 NCAA Championships
In the Division I NCAA qualifying system, there are “A” standards, which earn an automatic invite to the NCAA Championship…
6 Reasons to Push Through Championship Swimming Season
If you’ve been feeling burnt out lately, it’s ok. It’s been a long season, and even though we’re on the home stretch, it can be hard to motivate yourself.
Hauder’s 100 back/100 breast double leads Marvin Ridge to repeat NC Class 3A title
The Marvin Ridge girls and Chapel Hill boys each repeated as North Carolina high school Class 3A champions over the weekend in a meet highlighted by back-to-back event wins from Marvin Ridge’s Carolina Hauder.
VIDEO INTERVIEW: Elizabeth Beisel talks life in the Florida post-grad group
Elizabeth Beisel is still dealing with a nagging groin injury, but at the Orlando Arena Pro Swim Series event, the Olympian did find time to both win the 400 free and check in with SwimSwam for a mid-season interview.
Risolvato Finds New Home, Success with Phoenix Swim Club
Erik Risolvato, seen here preparing for an Arena Pro Swim Series final in Orlando, is making the move to Phoenix Swim Club to continue his training
3 Tips to Help You Enjoy Swim Practice and Conquer Swimming Dread
Everyone experiences the distinct, anxiety-inducing thoughts of the cold water and the long workout ahead, but the truth is, the feelings of reward and satisfaction after a swim are irreplaceable.
Alyssa Marsh Downs Two Records At North Carolina 1A/2A High School State Championships
Marsh, the daughter of famed SwimMAC Carolina coach David Marsh, rocked two big back-to back wins both of which she won in AA-A record timing. The Pine Lake Prep swimmer first won the 50 freestyle where she was a 23.05 to take a solid chunk off the previous mark of 23.35. Marsh was also just off the state record in the race. She then went on to win the 100 fly in 54.08 dropping almost a full second off the AA-A record of 55.02.
