Month: May 2019
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Meet Bruno Fratus | World Record Olympic Swimmer #NOWAmbassador
Learn how reading labels brought this World Record Holder Olympic swimmer and his wife into the NOW ambassador family! See Bruno’s full #NOWAmbassador profile at: https://www.nowfoods.com/sports-nutri…
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How This Surf Instructor Is Changing Lives
Jean-Paul “JP†GarcÃa is on a mission to help others fall in love with the ocean. A surf instructor in Santa Barbara, California, he teaches his beloved sport to those looking for thrills, empowerment and, sometimes, healing.
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Body of teen swimmer found in Eno River State Park quarry
Nicholas Brown’s body was found about 25 feet below the surface near where he was last seen after he jumped into the quarry on Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
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The Swimmer – A Short Film About the Power of Ritual
This short film tells the story of Walter Strohmeyer who for almost all of his 90 years has been swimming in the waters off Long Island. An honest and at times heartfelt story about the power of ritual.
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Mental Toughness Toolbox: Avoiding Psychouts and Intimidation
A common problem that a lot of swimmers struggle with is finding themselves getting psyched out or intimidated by the competition. You know the drill – you have to race against Larry Lightening Fast or Linda Lifetime Bests and you get yourself totally freaked out by them. Your heart starts pounding, your breathing gets faster…
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Curious Shark Checks Out Swimmer Along Florida Beach
A woman swimming off the shoreline of Panama City Beach got a bit too close for comfort to a pretty big shark and someone in a nearby hotel captured the close encounter on video. Matt Yurus reports.
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NC beach town cracks down on risky swimming — and doesn’t care if tourists disagree
The coastal town of Pine Knoll Shores — which saw a drowning on Sunday — is going on the defensive against suggestions it is unnecessarily restricting swimming along its popular beaches. Red flags warning of rip current dangers have become common on the town’s beaches, even on days when conditions are considered only moderate. Red flags…
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How To Keep Pools Safe & Childproof
May is National Water Safety Month and the start of prime pool season It’s the right time to brush up on how to childproof your pool, maintain a safe swimming environment and ward off tragic accidents. Pools are meant to be enjoyed, so take these steps to keep them safe and fun. To better understand…