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USMS Elects Officers and Honors Members at 2023 Annual Meeting
U.S. Masters Swimming elected officers to its Board of Directors and honored many of its deserving volunteers and coaches with service awards at its 2023 annual meeting Sept. 8–10 in Houston.
What's the Difference Between Chlorine, Bromine, and Saltwater Pools?
Before chemical sanitization, swimming pools were basically cesspools. Nineteenth-century pools—most of which were private and accessible only by the wealthy—were often built on slopes so the dirty water could be drained, and “scum ...
When Can I Swim After Hernia Surgery?
Swimmers are fortunate in that the sport forces you to work your core muscles all the time, meaning swimmers typically have strong abdominal muscles and plenty of core strength. But even swimmers can develop a hernia, an injury where a small section ...
How Sleep Can Impact Your Swimming Performance
For many Masters swimmers, routine is everything. You go to your workout 3, 4, 5, or more days a week or more like clockwork. You work hard during your training sessions, whether they’re in the pool or open water, and you rinse and repeat.
World Championships Part of Wilson's 'Second Chance at Life'
While she was in Japan competing at the World Aquatics Masters Championships, Jackie Wilson of Lone Star Masters in Texas checked another milestone off her bucket list: climbing Mt. Fuji.
Barnes, Oberg Set Records at Summer Nationals
Chuck Barnes felt great coming into the 2023 U.S. Masters Swimming Summer National Championship in Sarasota, Florida. His results certainly proved that.
How to Train for a Long Open Water Race
If you think a long open water race is something you’d like to try, here are a few things to keep in mind to help you finish with a big smile on your face.
Freestyle Differences Between the Pool and Open Water
Open water swimming is increasing in popularity as more Masters swimmers jump into lakes, rivers, and oceans for an enjoyable swim. One of the most common questions I receive from these swimmers about open water swimming is, “Should I emulate h...
Should I Get Mirrored or Polarized Goggles for Open Water Swimming?
For open water swimming goggles, the choice between a mirrored or polarized lens to enhance visibility depends on weather conditions.
What to do in an Open Water Swimming Emergency
When you swim in a pool, there are a variety of things that make it inherently safer than swimming in the open water. Some of these include shallower water, the ease of locating a side or safe exit point, safety personnel, and readily available rescu...
