Olympian Kim Vandenberg: Third Place Memories
Olympic veterans step up to the blocks carrying decades of experience, while the next generation is thirsty for the taste of victory.
Aussie Olympian Blair Evans Signs with Funkita Swimwear
Funkita signed Olympic silver medallist Blair Evans ahead of the Rio Olympics. The 25-year-old Western Australian IM swimmer secured her spot on the Australian Dolphins team winning 400 IM at the Australian Olympic Trials.
What to Do When You Are the Slowest Swimmer in Your Group
Here’s why being the slow kid in the lane can actually greatly work to your benefit when you stop out on deck.
Missy Franklin Can’t Afford to Struggle with Her Start
Swimswam Editor in Chief Braden Keith spotted an odd frame at the beginning of the women’s 100 backstroke semi-final heat…
What Does It Take to Become a Champion?
Recent research sought out to see what commonalities elite athletes possess. Here are 5 things that top achievers do that “almost champions” don’t.
Managing Your First Race at Trials – Powered by BridgeAthletic
Channel those nerves into physical energy, but more importantly, allow yourself to enjoy where you are, the competition you are privileged to be a part of, and the process you went through to get this far.
How to Be an Awesome Swim Parent
We all want the best for our swimmers. Here’s some ideas for how to be the best swim parent you can be.
Phelps vs. Hackett: Two All-Time Greats Go At It In Practice
In 2003, while both were dominating their respective events on the international level, two GOATs got together for a 5-day freestyle training battle royale.
Your First 24 Hours in Omaha – Powered by BridgeAthletic
You’ve arrived. Whether you made this trip 4 years ago or only recently even dared to dream that you could be here, you’ve made it to Omaha. Now what?
Yoga for Swimmers: 3 Ways Yoga Can Help Develop Easy Speed
Yoga is an amazing way to learn how to move with ease which can be transferred into the pool to develop efficiency at speed…
Gogglesplash Designs Goggle Straps You Will Love
Why are goggle straps so boring? They don’t have to be. The goggle is no longer just a goggle; it is a statement of whatever you want it to be.
Why You Should Be Counting Your Strokes at Swim Practice
Counting your strokes at swim practice is one of the simplest ways you can get better in the water. Here’s why you should get to counting today at the pool.
‘They Rested!’: How Fast Swimming Doesn’t Always Imply Full Taper
It’s one of swimming’s time-honored past-times: poring through meet results mid-season and arguing about whose swims count and who rested to achieve their big upset.
Olympic Trials Travel Tips – Powered by BridgeAthletic
Whether it’s your first time at Trials or your third, the next week is going to be a whirlwind. But first, you have to get to Omaha.
Michael Phelps Cover Olympic Preview Magazine nearly Sold Out
This is the one magazine you need for Olympic swimming news, data and insider information.
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