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I joined Mountain View Masters in February of this year. The idea was planted in my reluctant brain last November by Carolyn Boak, who gave me some numbers to call and convinced me that it would be...
Fitness
Science has a number of theories as to why muscle cramps occur; however, no definitive answers have been given. That’s a real drag because, of the potential performance-inhibiting issues involved in swimming, arguably nothing can stop you in your tracks quicker than a full-fledged muscle cramp.
Fitness
My brother gave me a book one Christmas called Younger Next Year. Ho hum, I thought. Looks like another boring self-help book. It sat on the shelf for about a year until I had run out of books to...
Fitness
Jeff Strahota of Terrapin Masters has been a USMS member since 1998; he’s entering his first season in the 30-34 age group and he’s got some fitness goals: to do well at Nationals, keep in shape...
Fitness
The other day I was talking with a swimmer who lamented that she’d moved down a lane and just couldn’t make a move back to where she had been—where she wanted to be—with her workouts. Something that’s happened to many of us. “At least I’m here,” she sighed.
Fitness / Training
Watch any age group swim team and the majority will moan when the coach says: “Okay, time for drylands.” They fuss and are slow at getting out of the water. They even say under their breath,...
Fitness
It’s a new year and your friends are beginning to put together their race strategies, travel plans and they are working out the precious workout time with their families.
But you are not a...
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.
