Month: September 2016
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Short film about the world’s best under ice freediver is breathtaking
In this short biopic about Norblad by British director and photographer Ian Derry for Nowness, Norblad talks about how she came across the sport after a horrific bike accident and tried cold water treatment to make sure she didn’t lose her fractured leg. See GrindTV
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Michael Phelps gets the life-size ‘Phelps Face’ cutout he deserves
Michael Phelps is retired, but his infamous #PhelpsFace lives on, thanks to a large, life-size cutout courtesy of The Tonight Show. See Mashable
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FINA statement on resignation of three of its Doping Control Review Board members
FINA was surprised to receive the letter of resignation from three officials from its Doping Control Review Board (DCRB), including the Chairman Dr. Andrew Pipe. While FINA obviously regrets this decision, our International Federation expresses its deep appreciation and recognition for their supportive action in our successful anti-doping policies over the recent years. Concerning the…
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Rio chiefs fear Paralympics could fall flat as seats remain empty
Less than a week before the Paralympics opens, organisers are hoping that a late surge of interest will help them to fill seats, stretch budgets and avoid criticism that the second stage of Rio 2016 will be remembered as the “neglected Gamesâ€. Financial cuts, downgraded facilities, volunteer shortfalls and poor ticket sales have overshadowed the…
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Three FINA Anti-Doping Experts Resign After Rio Controversy
Almost half of the independent anti-doping experts at swimming’s world governing body have resigned amid claims their advice on how to deal with the Russian doping crisis was ignored before the Rio Olympics. Professor Andrew Pipe, who chaired FINA’s doping control review board (DCRB), and two other members of the eight-strong panel wrote to the…
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How to Turn Anxiety Into Excitement
Trying to calm down during a bout of anxiety is likely futile. Instead, try saying: “I am excited.†Because anxiety and excitement are both arousal emotions and have similar symptoms, it’s easier to get from one to the other than to completely shift gears into calmness. In this short video, staff writer Olga Khazan explores…
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Cheryl Burke’s Initial Reaction to ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Partner Ryan Lochte
Cheryl Burke is back for Season 23 of “Dancing with the Stars†after three seasons away, and she’s partnered with the most-talked-about celebrity, swimmer Ryan Lochte, fresh off his lying scandal at the Olympics in Rio.
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Highlights – FINA/airweave Swimming World Cup 2016 #2 Berlin
Enjoy some of the best moments of the FINA/airweave Swimming World Cup 2016 in Berlin.
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Are Swimming Pools Safe?
Are our swimming pools safe? Every year, reports about outbreaks of cryptosporidia are in the news. The bacteria, which are resistant to chlorine, can cause many symptoms, including watery diarrhea. Should you worry about getting sick when you dive in?