Year: 2017
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Olympic gold medalist Anthony Ervin says Tourette Syndrome gave him an advantage in the pool
Anthony Ervin knows all too well what it’s like to be stared at and alienated for something uncontrollable. Before he was a famous swimmer and two-time Olympic gold medalist, Ervin was just a kid trying to cope with Tourette Syndrome, as his overpowering motor tics would draw negative attention from others. “It’s like an itch…
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What is dry drowning?
Drowning doesn’t only happen in the water. Dry drowning can happen hours or days after a child has gone swimming. What is it and what are the symptoms?
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4-Year-Old Boy Dies of ‘Dry Drowning’ Almost a Week After Swimming Trip
A four-year-old boy from Houston, Texas has died of “dry drowning†almost a week after he last went swimming. Francisco Delgado Jr. told ABC 13 his family went swimming at the Texas City Dike with his son Frankie, 4, on Memorial Day weekend. About a week later, Frankie complained of shoulder pain and woke up a few…
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Freedive with Dolphins off Hawaii on World Oceans Day – The Inertia
Today is World Oceans Day. Yet another reminder of the importance of protecting our oceans and its incredible inhabitants. How are you celebrating? My roommate, big wave surfer Polly Ralda, and I are lucky enough to live on Oahu and enjoy being in the ocean each and every day. It’s our daily medicine. We owe…
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Paralenz – World’s First Action Camera for Divers
The world’s first action camera for scuba divers is here. Danish start-up Paralenz has produced a game changer for the underwater action camera market. Designed by divers, developed by divers, built by divers: introducing the new Paralenz Dive Camera – for divers.
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Comparing Iceland’s Blue Lagoon To Natural Hot Spring Swimming Pools | CNBC Make It
CNBC reporter Kathleen Elkins compares Iceland’s iconic geothermal spa to her day at a heated public pool.
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10 Swimming hacks for a more enjoyable time at the swimming pool
Here are 10 swimming hacks you can use to have a better experience in the pool. 1- Getting water out of your ear. 2- Foggy goggles. 3- Clear goggles. 4- Mirror goggles. 5- Put on a swim cap for long hair. 6- Put on a swim cap for short hair. 7- Upper backstroke lip. 8-…