From the Swimming World website... By Lianne McCluskey, Swimming World College Intern. Many collegiate swimmers look at the end of their college swimming eligibility as the beginning of “swammer” status; however, this does not have to be the case. U.S. Masters Swimming has referred to swimming as “the magic pill” for a reason – regardless of an individual’s athletic ability, a person can pick up the sport at any time in their life. Read more >>

From the Swimming World website... By Edie Sawyer Every swim meet offers something to be excited about, whether that means you are eager to race, spend time with your teammates or travel to a new place. Despite all of the fun and exciting things that swim meets offer, there are sometimes uncontrollable environmental factors that aren’t always ideal. Read along to learn about the not-so-great environmental issues that may arise at swim meets – and how to navigate these untimely scenarios. Read more >>

From the USA Swimming website... Tom Farrey, TrueSport We know that sports are hugely beneficial to children and young adults, from both a physical and mental standpoint. But sometimes, the sport systems that are in place don’t promote the healthiest practices for all athletes—and that can be difficult for families in youth sports to navigate. Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website... By Sophia Vale Cauliflower fried rice is a terrific, flavor-packed recipe to help you get in a few extra servings of vegetables. If you’re looking to increase your protein intake to better support your workouts, pair this recipe with some teriyaki chicken or top it with a fried egg. This recipe makes a terrific meal prep as the vegetables hold up well to reheating in the microwave and the flavors get even better after a day or two in the fridge. Read more >>

From the Swimming World website... By Emma Pritchett I was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) when I was in second grade. ADHD is usually characterized by inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity, and is one of the most common childhood neurodevelopmental disorders. In my case, I was a rambunctious child who was either running around bouncing off of the walls, or quietly daydreaming while the teacher addressed the class. Read more >>

From the USA Swimming website... By Devonie Pitre // USA Swimming Recognized annually on August 8 by the International Safeguards for Children in Sport Initiative, Safer in Sports Day provides an opportunity for USA Swimming to raise greater awareness of the resources and programs available to protect athletes from abuse in our sport. Use the information below to help guide your season plan and incorporate abuse prevention as a top priority. Read more >>

From the USA Swimming website... By Michele LaBotz, TrueSport Expert Back pain can be scary for both an athlete and their caregiver. It often doesn't have a clearcut reason or explanation, which can feel frightening, and lingering back pain can be frustrating for an athlete who's in the middle of their season. Often, back pain resolves with simple active recovery, but sometimes, it can be more serious and require medical evaluation and intervention. Read more >>

From the USA Swimming website... By Kristen Ziesme, TrueSport Expert In youth sports, parents and caregivers are often tasked with providing team snacks for everyone at least once during the season. Deciding what to bring can be stressful—and it can be expensive, depending on what you choose! Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website... By SwimSwam Contributors Courtesy: Dr. David Manolo Sailer This article takes some aspects from David’s recent book, “Strenuous” (or in German: “Schonungslos”), which he co-authored with Jan Kerkmann. You can find the book here. With the Olympics approaching, the world will once again look at swimming as the most-watched sport of the Games. Personal triumphs and disasters share the stage, with the weight of the world resting on the athletes’ shoulders. Sometimes, only hundredths of a second separate swimmers. Yet, the lessons learned at the highest...

From the Swimming World website... By G. JOHN MULLEN Everyone wants to be an Olympic swimmer. But luckily, you don’t have to be an Olympic swimmer to benefit from the sport. People of all ages, from all backgrounds, and with various levels of experience can benefit from swimming. Swimming is one of the few sports you can do from a young age and all the way up into your 90s and beyond. Read more >>