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Matisse is my favorite artist. You may have seen some of his drawings of swimmers late in his career. When I look at his work, I look at the "big picture," yet, what truly makes much of his work so...
Fitness / Training
When people choose to get “fit,” many people think that it means to workout as often as possible, pushing as hard as possible. What happens is that people often become too tired, too exhausted,...
Fitness / Sports Medicine
When I was swimming competitively as a young girl, my ability to handle stress was not good, particularly at times of high stress like big swim meets. I went out much too fast in the 1960 Olympic...
The USMS website contains articles about sports medicine, health, and nutrition. This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional or medical advice on personal health matters. For personal medical advice, or if you are concerned about a medical condition or injury, see your healthcare provider for evaluation and care. The USMS website also contains articles about swim training and technique, including drills and workouts. All swimmers should be evaluated by a healthcare professional prior to beginning swim training. In addition, consult with a trained coach when introducing new technique or drills to your swim training program.
