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How To Get Back Into Swimming After Giving Birth
Here’s what to be aware of when aiming to reestablish a swimming routine after pregnancy and delivery.
What Are These Bugs in the Swimming Pool?
Here are some of the most common types of bugs you’re likely to find in the pool and unpack whether they present any health or safety risks.
How Can I Keep My Hair Healthy While Swimming?
The widely used sanitizing chemical chlorine is great for keeping pool water safe to swim in, but it comes with a big downside for your hair—it can be incredibly harsh.
3 Myths About Breaststroke
Breaststroke is a complicated stroke to learn. Here are three common myths about the stroke and the truths behind them.
Why Swimmer's Shoulder Might Not Be Just an Overuse Injury
Although many swimmers attribute nagging shoulder aches and pains to overuse, if an injury were solely from overuse, both shoulders would hurt, since both shoulders do the same amount of yardage in the pool.
Can Swimming Cause Ear Infections?
The good news for swimmers is that ear infections are preventable. Ear plugs make a big difference in sealing water out of the ear canal. Be sure to find plugs that fit your ears well and will stay in place—poorly fitting ear plugs can permit water to infiltrate the ear canal and then trap it there leading to potential infection.
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