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What Is Masters Swimming? How to Start in 2 Easy Steps

Adult swimmers 18+ are finding coaching, community, and fitness in Masters programs nationwide. First, relax: you don’t need to be “a master” to join. Masters Swimming is simply organized, coached swimming for adults. Whether you want structured fitness, race‑ready training, or a friendly lane commu...

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What I Wish I'd Known As An Age Group Swimmer

What I Wish I'd Known As An Age Group Swimmer By Temarie Tomley After celebrating my recent birthday, I realized just how old I’ve gotten and how long I’ve been in this game. I’ve been swimming for 15 years, and in those 15 years I have learned so much. Everyone’s journey through this sport is diffe...

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An Inside Look at the Yangtze River Crossing Festival

An Inside Look at the Yangtze River Crossing Festival On July 16, 2025, the Chinese city of Wuhan made waves with the 50th Yangtze River Crossing festival, an exhilarating yet challenging 1800-meter swim across the Yangtze, the third largest river in the world. Seventy international elite athletes, ...

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Why Swimming Should be About More Than Times and Medals

Why Swimming Should be About More Than Times and Medals Age-group swimming shouldn’t involve overtraining or pushing too hard. The sport should bring joy to swimmers’ lives, rather than take away from it. The early years of a swimmer’s journey should be all about having fun, developing new skills, a...

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What's New in Swim Style? A Look at Suits and More!

What's New in Swim Style? A Look at Suits and More! Although fashion might not be at the forefront of one’s mind when thinking about swimming, the trends and styles used by swimmers often play a large role in the day-to-day routines of many athletes. New styles, technology, partnerships, and pushes ...

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Why Are Nemo Swim Schools Winning Parents' Trust in 2025?

Why Are Nemo Swim Schools Winning Parents' Trust in 2025? Nemo’s formula—small‑group instruction, calm learning spaces, and an early‑start philosophy—continues to resonate with families who value quality over volume during the crucial learn‑to‑swim years. What Sets Nemo Apart Small classes: no more ...

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What Sets the Best Swimmers Apart: Mental Habits That Lead to Growth

What Sets the Best Swimmers Apart: Mental Habits That Lead to Growth Swimmers spend up to 30 hours per week training, stretching, lifting weights, and rehabilitating injuries. In the pool, they build endurance, focus on technique, and push to be as fast and efficient as possible. In the weight room,...

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Searching for the Best Swim School? How Top Programs Compare in 2025

Choosing the right swim school can be overwhelming — especially with so many great programs expanding across the U.S. From nurturing early swim experiences to developing strong stroke technique, the best schools share a commitment to safety, consistency, and confidence-building. Whether you're looki...

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6 Tips and Tricks While Swimming in the Summer Heat

6 Tips and Tricks While Swimming in the Summer Heat The sun beams down, striking you with overwhelming heat. In the warm water, you feel heavier and heavier with every stroke. The clustered lanes are filled with sweaty, out-of-breath swimmers. Swimming outside can be one of the greatest joys of summ...

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A Look at Swimmer Muscles by Stroke

A Look at Swimmer Muscles by Stroke By Bri Groves, Swimming World College Intern, in collaboration with the creator of Swim Science, Dr. G. John Mullen It’s no surprise that swimmers keep their bodies in peak shape and their commitment comes with an added benefit for fans. Not only can we watch them...

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The 7 Sins of Swimming

The 7 Sins of Swimming (From the Archive - Originally Published 2017) By Chandler Brandes There is no such thing as a perfect swimmer. As swimmers, we sometimes (although rarely) make mistakes. We may DQ, forget our heat and lane, or even accidentally-on-purpose rip our cap at the exact moment a har...

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After Decorated Soccer Career, Kelley O’Hara is Back in the Pool

After Decorated Soccer Career, Kelley O’Hara is Back in the Pool Kelley O’Hara went nearly 30 years between meaningful swimming experiences. The first shaped her trajectory toward the soccer field. The second, she hopes, will help define what comes next. After a storied career on the soccer pitch, w...

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College Recruiting: How to Know If a School Is the Right Fit for You

College Recruiting: How to Know If a School Is the Right Fit for You Throughout the recruiting process, seeking input from club coaches, family members, and teammates is advised, but the choice regarding academics, athletics, and location is ultimately yours to make. Luckily, with hundreds of school...