From the Swimming World website... By SuSu Almousa, Swimming World College Intern Swim Moms As every swimmer mounts the blocks, they play in their mind a visual of their race and how they want to perform. Little do they know, in the stands a few hundred feet away someone has their hands clasped at their heart doing the exact same thing. A parent’s role in the journey of a competitive swimmer is constantly overlooked, as they too take a vow of dedication to the sport through their emotional and physical...

From the SwimSwam website... BY SOPHIA VALE Frozen peanut butter banana bark is my favorite nutritious dessert for when I’m really craving ice cream, but want to make a healthier choice. All you need is four basic ingredients and a few kitchen tools you’re guaranteed to have on hand. This recipe is nearly fool-proof so it’s a great one to empower young swimmers to try making on their own! Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website... BY ARI MEYER Whether you’re gearing up for a competition or winding down after a rigorous training session, indulging in a slice of this wholesome treat will be sure to replenish your energy and keep you swimming strong! Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website... BY SWIMSWAM CONTRIBUTORS This “Shouts from the Stands” submission comes from Megan Mardy, a Masters swimmer from Illinois who previously swam at the NCAA Division II Championships for Amherst College. My favorite college psychology professor, Catherine Sanderson, often posts reels with quick social psychology tips regarding happiness. Recently, she was revisiting the famous Theodore Roosevelt quote, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” She discusses this quote often, as it is quite important in the context of many social psychology concepts. I couldn’t help but link this...

From the Swimming World website... By SW CONTRIBUTOR “I’m hanging in there.” That is a typical go-to answer when anyone asks how another is feeling, how they are juggling everything going on, or how they are handling life. That answer can be a front, when the truth is the individual is feeling overwhelmed and stressed. However, they do their best to show strength and to keep going. Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website... BY SOPHIA VALE I make these low-sugar, tasty muffins year-round and never get tired of them! They are packed with carrots and nuts, low in added sugar, and the recipe can be easily tweaked to meet your specific nutritional preferences. Read more >>

From the SwimSwam website... BY ARI MEYER As a swimmer, it is essential to fuel your body with the right nutrients to power your performance and aid in recovery…this blueberry cheesecake smoothie will do just that, all while tasting like the irresistible cheesecake dessert that we all know and love! Let’s dive into the benefits of this yummy pre/post-practice smoothie… Read more >>

From the Swimming World website... BY JONATHAN DRAY Swimmers are a unique breed. We swim back and forth along a black line every day, sometimes two or three times a day, and much of the time underwater. We stress our bodies in every way imaginable as we develop our aquatic lungs and speed. Sometimes we sprint, sometimes we don’t. Sometimes we wear gear, sometimes we don’t. We never really know what we’re getting ourselves into when we show up to practice, but we know we love it and that’s why...

From the Swimming World website... By EMILIA MARTINEZ Is it a real pain, or am I just sore? Or maybe I’m just tired. I can keep going. I can keep swimming. It is fine. It does not hurt “that much” anymore. These are some of the thoughts I had in my head for more than two years, and that probably most swimmers have had in their careers. The idea of having an injury can be scary, especially at a young age or in the middle of a college career. Read...

By Coach Alex Reed 30 KING swimmers raced at the Speedo NW Senior Sectional Championships this past weekend at KCAC. Over 75 teams attended, with more than 700 swimmers competing. Senior Sectionals is a prestigious meet held every Short Course and Long Course season that features the fastest swimmers from Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming, New Mexico, and Arizona. It is the first step of the USA Swimming Championship meet series that includes the Futures Championships, Winter and Summer Jr. Nationals, and culminates with US Senior Nationals/US...