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Swimming Gets Smart
Runners, cyclists, and triathletes have used smart devices for years, but swimmers have traditionally left their tech in their swim bag. Advances in wearable technology make it a good time to check out new products.
The Doctor Will See You Now
Membership-based medical practices, which are also known as direct primary care or concierge medicine, can be found in every major American city, and with fees much lower than you might expect.
How to Do Backstroke Kick
Here are the key skills for developing an effective backstroke kick and how to improve those skills so you can swim a faster and easier backstroke.
Swimming's Physiologist
During his doctoral training, David Costill realized he loved research. He began combining his academic training and interest in physiology and biology with his coaching and swimming experience to develop a new type of research role in the budding field of exercise physiology.
Rick DeMont's Unfair Shake
Olympian Rick DeMont did everything right, but USOC officials never filed appropriate paperwork with the IOC on his behalf, and it cost him his gold medal.
Volunteer Profile: Kim Elsbach
Kim Elsbach has been involved in Masters Swimming for almost 40 years—including as an adult learn-to-swim instructor and volunteer—and she received one of the USMS Dorothy Donnelly Service Awards in 2023.
What to Expect When You Undergo a Hip Replacement
Hip replacements are among the most common orthopedic surgeries in the U.S. Even though many people undergo one, there’s limited information about returning to swimming after surgery. Here’s an overview.
5-Minute Acai Bowl
Acai berries, native to Central and South America, are a powerhouse of antioxidants and nutrients that provide multiple benefits.
A Picture of Health or Pricey Panic?
MRIs have wide-ranging applications, allowing doctors to spot everything from muscle tears to arterial blockages to cancers and aneurysms. But should you have one in the absence of symptoms?
