From the Swimming World website... By J.P. MORTENSON Although swimmers with a wide variety of body types have found success in the sport, most at the international level tend to look similar, sporting tall and muscular bodies – typically with long torsos, long arms and short legs. This begs the question: If you could hypothetically build the perfect swimmer’s body in a lab, what would it look like? Read more >>

From the Swimming World website... By Tera Bradham Swimmer. It’s a word that encompasses a brutality known only by those to whom it pertains. There is no sport more excruciating than swimming. While other athletes make similar claims, we know one day in our lives would silence them forever. When an outsider asks if we are swimmers, we nod politely, knowing that they do not and will not ever comprehend the true meaning of the word. Read more >>

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...