Shouts from the Stands: The Reality of Athlete Burnout
SwimSwam welcomes reader submissions about all topics aquatic, and if it’s well-written and well-thought, we might just post it under…
Shouts from the Stands: 6 Major Issues Limiting Professional Swimming
What are the major limiting factors to the current construct of swimming that have limited the impact of swimming’s professional athletes and competitions?
Former Tennessee SEC Champion Diver Conquers American Ninja Warrior
Michael Wright, a former University of Tennessee diver who became the one-meter springboard SEC champion in 2011, is now making a name…
9 Ways Summers Are Different for Swim Families
Sunshine, sleeping in, family vacations and lazy days are what most people love about summer. For swimmers, coaches and families—not so much.
Why Immigration Law Matters to Elite Swimmers
Numerous international swimmers competing in the United States — some of the biggest names in the sport — have worked with Joshua Bratter to secure immigration status and residency. He’s the go-to authority for elite swimmers and coaches who desire to come to the U.S.
Attention Young Athletes: Is Supplementation Right for You?
You may have been training more lately, focusing on your diet, and even addressing your sleep patterns, but what about supplementation?
Michael and David Chadwick Do Father-Son Podcast With Sports Spectrum
U.S. National Team member and rising sprinter, Michael Chadwick and his father, David Chadwick, sat down with Jason Romano of the Sports Spectrum Podcast and discussed leadership, competing in athletics at a high level, their relationship, and all things in between.
35 Swimmers In San Jose Treated For Chemical Exposure
35 swimmers were treated for chemical exposure last Thursday, June 14th, as a pool attendant working at Shadow Brook Swim Club in San Jose, California reportedly poured the wrong type of chemicals into the facility’s pool tanks.
SwimSwam 2020 US Olympians Draft Part 2
The following is a lightly edited transcript of a Slack chat that took place over the last three weeks. This…
Shouts from the Stands: Heart Screenings in High School Athletes
We can all agree that swimming is the most fun sport. On the other hand, swimming, like all other sports, is dangerous, and injuries are not uncommon.
Predicting Tokyo: SwimSwam 2020 US Olympians Draft
Welcome to the first ever SwimSwam mid cycle US Olympic draft. 8 SwimSwam contributors will attempt to defeat each other by drafting the best possible 2020 Olympic rosters.
9 Things Parents of Distance Swimmers Know
As the parent of distance swimmers, my days at meets are decidedly different from parents of sprinters.
Detroit Motor City Mile Will Become Swim Across America Mile
As the Motor City Mile looks to 2019, it will come under the umbrella of Swim Across America to become Swim Across America—Motor City Mile.
15 Things Only Your Teammates Understand
Swimming might look like an individual sport, but the bond that is created between teammates is powerful and unforgettable. Here are 15 things only your teammates understand.
Michael Phelps Puts Arizona Home On The Market
Michael and Nicole Phelps have reportedly put their Arizona home on the market, with their new destination yet unknown.