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Beyond The Lane Lines: British Swimming News & The Butterfly Train Has Arrived

Catch up on the latest swimming news from around the web, with this edition of Beyond the Lane Lines featuring Tom Derbyshire, City of Derby and more.

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Australian Olympian Emma McKeon Makes Plea For Help With Wildfires

25-year-old Olympic medalist Emma McKeon published an emotional statement on Instagram, highlighting the damage the wildfires in her nation are doing.

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Ask Swim Mom: My Son is Skipping Practice

I just found out that my 16 year old skipped practice, even after dropping him off at the pool and then picking him up after he messaged for a pick up.

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Hagino Becomes A Father, Begins Training for 400 IM for Tokyo

Reigning Olympic champion in the men’s 400m IM, Kosuke Hagino, has re-committed to training for the event, with renewed energy due to becoming a father.

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6 Swimmer New Year’s Resolutions To Start Your Swimming Year Off Right

You’re on the starting block of a brand new year. Why not make the most of it by setting your sights on a new approach both in and out of the pool?

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SwimSwam Pulse: 51% Favor Split Winter Juniors Format

It was a narrow split, with only just over half of voters favoring the new split format. The difference only came to about 20 total votes.

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The Hungry Swimmer: Training Trip Tips

Now that it’s time to head somewhere warm and buckle down at training camp, it’s important to keep a few things in mind so you can perform at your best.

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8 Things to Remind Yourself During Your Training Trip

Eight things to keep in mind as you go through your fun, gruelling holiday training camp.

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Beyond The Lane Lines: Despite World Record, Seto Arrives Home Empty-Handed

Daiya Seto, Aliaksandra Herasimenia and more highlight the latest edition of Beyond the Lane Lines. Take a look and learn something new this week.

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Kromo & Weertman Set To Tie The Knot After Tokyo Olympic Games

Dutch Olympians Ranomi Kromowidjojo and Ferry Weertman are now engaged, but it’s business before pleasure for the couple.

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The Top 16 Races of the 2019 International Swimming League Season

Minna Atherton of the London Roar was the first World Record breaker in International Swimming League history when she broke the 100 back in Budapest.

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A Letter To The Retiring College Swimmer

As your swimming career nears its end, it’s important to take everything in and appreciate the sport that has become such a big part of your life.

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Olympian Tom Shields Opens Up About His Mental Health In Instagram Post

2016 Olympic gold medalist Tom Shields went into detail about the mental health difficulties he’s experienced in the past.

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Dear Santa: A Last-Minute Swimmer Plea

You still have time to send a last-minute email to Santa to make your final aquatic gift requests known to the big man of the North Pole.

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Swim Mom Musings: What Makes a College Swimmer Special

Here are some things to consider as your athlete navigates the decision whether they should pursue college swimming or not.

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