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Fitness / Open Water
At 3:00 AM on Lake Tahoe the darkness is complete, and the normally sapphire waters become onyx suspending a swimmer in cold blackness over 1500 feet above the bottom. With the final goal of King’s...
Fitness
How much sleep do you get? How well do you sleep? A recent poll for the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) reports that 75% of America’s adults are not getting enough sleep and that they have symptoms...
Fitness
It is amazing the number of products designed to increase resistance to build strength and speed for athletic training. In swimming, there are products galore, but we overlook a very effective one we have right with you, our own body.
Fitness
In the eyes of the Olympic Committee caffeine has been a controlled or restricted substance for many years. However, in 2004, the World Anti Doping Agency removed caffeine from its prohibited list....
Fitness
Let's walk through your first meet, from the entering process to afterwards:
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•What do I fill in on the meet entry form?
Fill in the entry form and sign it. Be sure to attach your USMS...
Fitness / Sports Medicine / Training
In 2004 the Food And Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine released new Dietary Reference Intakes for water, sodium and other electrolytes. The recommendations are for the average adult, who...
Fitness / Sports Medicine
Vitamins are the most common supplement taken by the general population and by athletes. Many people are concerned that their diet will not provide adequate amounts of vitamins, so they use vitamin...
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.
