World Swimming Association To Hold Constitutional Convention In D.C.
The World Swimming Association Will Hold Its Constitutional Convention on Friday, September 1, 2017 in Washington, DC, USA, at the Washington Hilton from 3:00-8:00 p.m., in conjunction with the 2017 ASCA World Clinic.
A Swimmer’s View
Droplets cascade down my face—dripping into the water, causing ripples to erupt on the glass-like surface. My body coiled, poised to spring from the block.
At Swimming Worlds, Hungary Deserves Biggest Gold Of All
The World Championships came to a close earlier this month and it always takes a week or two to reflect back and absorb some of the great performances that we witnessed, along with the event’s overall impact on the sport and the global sporting landscape.
Swimquaintences: What’s a Swimquaintence? (Video Feature)
When you become a pool regular, you start seeing the same people over and over. A Swimquaintence. We all have them.
South African Ryk Neethling Takes On New Foundation Role
South African Olympic swimmer Ryk Neethling has been appointed CEO of the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation, an organization that teaches children essential water safety skills and how to swim.
Step Up Your Backstroke Rotation (Video)
Watch world champion Junya Koga performing the body rotation backstroke swimming drill, you will see how powerful the body rotation can be when coupled with the kick or the pull.
4 Tips To Avoid Being A Helicopter Swim Parent
What could possibly go wrong with ensuring our children’s lives are smooth and saving them from costly mistakes? Studies show that kids of helicopter parents often suffer at school and in the workplace.
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Beyond The Lane Lines: Lochte Is Already Grooming Next IM Champion
Ryan Lochte’s next fiercest competitor may be closer to home.
Trash-Talking Barack Obama Out-Golfs Michael Phelps, Actor Says
Michael Phelps may be the greatest swimmer in history. But on the golf course, he’s still human, at least according to actor Anthony Anderson.
Shouts From The Stands: The Meaning Of Swimming
Swimming must mean something special to every person who has made it a consistent part of his or her life. We spend thousands of hours traveling for, training for, working for, and competing for a sport that is all too unforgiving. However, understanding its personal meaning to each of us can be quite a difficult process.
Sports Nutrition: Extracting Those Precious Seconds
That’s right, sports drink is not on my ‘critical’ list. Neither are supplements!
Importance of a Taper Phase in Dryland Training
During the crucial weeks and days leading up to swim meets, swimmers should properly implement a taper phase in their dryland training to optimize performance on race day.