Swimming Pools in Space - Lap Swimming in Zero Gravity
Sunday December 31, 2006
Someday science fiction will be fact. There will be hotels in orbit around the Earth. Without a doubt, some of these will want to offer guests some of the extras ... Read More
Are Athletes Born or Built - How Important are Genetics in Athletic Success?
Friday December 29, 2006
Athletic success is largely determined by a combination of genetics, training, and diet, adaptibility and mental preparation. In some cases the ability to identify and overcome obstacles is one of ... Read More
Breaststroke Pulling with Paddles and a Buoy
Wednesday December 27, 2006
Breaststroke pulling may seem easy, but there is more to it than just putting on paddles and a pull buoy. Here are some items to focus on when you do ... Read More
Swimming Away From Back Injury
Monday December 25, 2006
In many cases, swimming can be a very helpful exercise for back pain sufferers. Athletes commonly become injured, and swimming is a great way to keep active since it usually ... Read More
Preparing for the 2008 FINA World Swimming Championships
Saturday December 23, 2006
The business side of putting together a big event, like the FINA World Swimming Championships 2008 in Manchester, England, is not easy! The Northwest Development Agency discusses some of the ... Read More
My Escape from Alcatraz Swim
Thursday December 21, 2006
The Escape from Alcatraz Swim. We signed up nearly a year ago, hungry for a new challenge. After months of speculation and debate from colleagues, friends and families regarding sharks ... Read More
Getting Through the Holidays Without Losing Fitness
Tuesday December 19, 2006
If you are wondering how little exercise you need to maintain fitness through the holidays you aren't alone. The advice on this is all over the board, but most experts ... Read More
U.S. Synchronized Swimming Names 2007 World Championship Synchro Swim Team
Sunday December 17, 2006
The 2007 Senior National Synchronized Swimming Team Trials concluded Tuesday, which facilitated the naming of the 2007 World Championship Team. This team will represent the United States at the FINA ... Read More
Last Minute Holiday Gifts for Swimmers
Friday December 15, 2006
Looking for a last minute swimming gifts for the holidays? If you overlooked these gift ideas the first time around, maybe they can help get your holiday shopping done for ... Read More
Synchronized Swimming Names First 2008 U.S. Olympic Synchro Swim Team Members
Wednesday December 13, 2006
United States Synchronized Swimming started its journey to Beijing 2008 on Sunday, December 10 at the McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion on the campus of the Ohio State University. The 2008 U.S. ... Read More
Help Finding Swimming Pools While Traveling for the Holidays
Tuesday December 12, 2006
Looking for a place to swim while travelling during the holiday season. Some of these links to swimming pools and swim teams might help you find a place to do ... Read More
Swim Skills for Swimmers to Master for Faster Swimming
Monday December 11, 2006
Many things limit how fast a swimmer can swim, from swim technique to fitness to hand and foot size to a swimmer's natural bone and joint structure. There are several ... Read More
Beijing Olympic Swimming Center Scale Model - 2008 Olympic Games
Saturday December 9, 2006
Pictures from a scale model of the interior of the Beijing Olympic Aquatic Center, as well as construction site shots and a panorama shot, from May 2005. You can see ... Read More
THe UNICEF European Short Course Swimming Championships in Helsinki
Thursday December 7, 2006
The results from the UNICEF European Short Course Swimming Championships are available on the OMEGA live timing site. You can also see videos of the swimming finals on-line if you ... Read More
Swimmers, Is Your Sore Shoulder a Torn Rotator Cuff?
Thursday December 7, 2006
The rotator cuff is a term used to describe the tendons and muscles that support, stabalize and allow the arm to move up and down, as well as rotate. The ... Read More
USA Swimming Begins Swim Coach and Staff Background Screening
Tuesday December 5, 2006
USA Swimming is ready to launch the national rollout of the new Background Screening Program. Those required to be screened are:
All coach members and prospective coach members.
All non-athletes on national ... Read More
2006 Telstra Australian Swimming Championships
Sunday December 3, 2006
The 2006 Telstra Australian Swimming Championships, December 3 through December 10, will showcase stars such as Queensland's own Grant Hackett, Leisel Jones, Libby Lenton, Jess Schipper, Ash Callus and Andrew ... Read More
15th Asian Games Doha 2006
Saturday December 2, 2006
The 15th Asian Games began 1 December 2006 in Doha, Quatar. The multi-sport event runs December 1-15 in the Persian Gulf nation. The swimming-related competitions are:
Swimming: December 2-7
Synchronized Swimming: December ... Read More
2006 International Paralympic Committee World Swimming Championships
Friday December 1, 2006
The 2006 International Paralympic Committee World Swimming Championships are 1 through 7 December in Durban, South Africa. Disability Sport South Africa (the NPC for South Africa) is the host for ... Read More

