From the Swimming World website... By SUSU ALMOUSA Early alarm clock rings. Morning lifting practice. Breakfast. School. Lunch. Practice. Dinner. Homework. Swimming steals a lot of your time and begs the question as to when is there ever time for school? Our education is an important part of our development and future opportunities. Yet, it can be tough to find time for schoolwork. But in actuality, swimming produces excellent students and here’s why... Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website.. by Ari Meyer These four-ingredient protein bagels are a simple, high-protein alternative to store-bought bagels, making them a great pre-practice, pre-meet snack option! Packed with muscle-building protein and quick carbs, they are an amazing option before crushing morning practice or powering through a championship final. The recipe is easily customizable, so you can tailor it to your taste and nutritional needs! Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website... By Kevin Pierce/SwimSwam Contributer Every weekday morning, I stand in front of a classroom filled with students learning about history, culture, and how the world works. Every afternoon, I’m on the pool deck, whistle in hand, guiding a group of teenagers through challenging practices designed to build speed, strength, and strategy. I’ve coached high school swimming long enough to know this for sure: some of the most important lessons our student-athletes will carry with them through life won’t come from a textbook or lecture—they’ll come from...

From the Swimming News website... By Summer Finke As the short course season wraps up, it’s time to shift gears and get ready for long course season. While it’s a change in pace, this is a great opportunity to improve your swimming, build endurance, and hit new goals. If you’re ready for the long course challenge, here are a few tips to help you not only survive but thrive. Read more >>

Did you know, every meet requires a certain number of certified meet officials in order for your swimmer's times to be valid? King Aquatic Club (KING) is always in need of new meet officials. It is an LSC recommendation that a team have approximately one (1) certified meet official for every 10 swimmers on the team. If you have been a meet official for your summer league team, you may be a natural. Individuals interested must complete a USA Swimming training clinic to become an meet official. A background check...

From the USA Swimming website... By TrueSport Expert Stephanie Miezin, MS, RD, CSSD Blood sugar and monitoring blood sugar spikes using a continuous glucose monitor has been making headlines in the health, fitness, and wellness industries in recent years. But is monitoring blood sugar in healthy young athletes actually necessary, or even useful? Read more >>

From the USA Swimming website... By TrueSport Expert Stephanie Miezin, MS, RD, CSSD Where do macronutrients come from? What role do they play in overall health and athletic performance? Read more >>

From the Swimming World website... By Summer Finke Swimming may seem like an individual sport, but no swimmer achieves success alone. Whether it’s cheering your teammates on during their race, pushing each other through tough sets, or offering words of encouragement after a challenging practice, being a strong teammate makes all the difference. From age group swimmers to those aiming for elite levels, the support you give each other plays a crucial role in everyone’s growth. Here’s how you can be the teammate who helps your whole team succeed. Read...

From the SwimSwam website... By Ari Meyer Dive into flavor with this delicious and simple savory topping that will elevate your everyday meals! Some toppings take a dish from good to great, and quick pickled onions are one of them. These tangy, slightly sweet onions add a punch of flavor and a refreshing crunch to any savory meal. Best of all, they’re incredibly easy to make with just a few simple ingredients! The preparation is remarkably straightforward – much like perfecting your stroke technique, it’s all about the fundamentals. Read...

From the USA Swimming website... By TrueSport Expert Stephanie Miezin, MS, RD, CSSD Being a plant-based athlete can be complicated, but it's a choice that many athletes have made. If you're considering switching to a plant-based, vegetarian, vegan, or flexitarian diet, there are a few things to consider, especially if your goal is peak athletic performance. Read more >>