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Coronavirus disease wipes out work for those that lean on sports for income
In America’s attempt to slow the coronavirus pandemic, sports have come to a near halt. It’s a difficult reality for college student-athletes and coaches, and some professional, to face with their seasons abruptly ended. For Gateley and many others, sports’ unexpected hiatus is a direct hit to their livelihood. Read The Norman Transcript
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Edinboro holds time trial for senior swimmer
Edinboro senior swimmer Yana Miletska had her NCAA Division II championship meet cut short because of the NCAA canceling the meet over the coronavirus. When the team returned to Edinboro, Miletska swam the 100 breaststroke.
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Breaststroke: From Novice to Pro in 4 Steps
Of all strokes, breaststroke is technically the most challenging stroke. It is very timing sensitive and it’s all about your rhythm. Novice swimmers can struggle to learn the breaststroke. And therefore we have 4 easy steps to go from recreational to competitive breaststroke. https://youtu.be/FVDT0Ttr-8k
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How much swim-specific fitness can you expect to lose if your pool is closed by the coronavirus?
Swim Smooth is pleased to announce a brand new series of videos to help you through these uncertain times with the current coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.
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Home Workout (with every day items) during COVID-19
Is the Covid-19 situation getting you down? Why not fumble around the house for some everyday items and create your own workout. Here is mine Persil (Dumbbell) Thrusters – 3 sets x 12 reps Compost (Kettebell) Squats -3 sets x 12 reps Persil (Dumbbell) Lunges – 3 sets x 12 per leg Weighted (Plate) Planks…
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Abe pledges Japan will hold Olympic and Paralympic Games “without problems” despite virus fears
Japanese Prime Minister ShinzÅ Abe has insisted the country will host this year’s Olympic and Paralympic Games “without problem as planned”, despite growing international concern over the coronavirus pandemic. Speaking at a press conference today, Abe refused to waver from the stance adopted by Japanese officials and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) that Tokyo 2020…
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Olympic Committee Says Japan ‘Absolutely Not’ Postponing Olympics After Donald Trump Suggests It Should
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Friday disregarded President Donald Trump’s suggestion to postpone the 2020 Olympics, stating that they will “absolutely not” be postponed. “The IOC and the organizing committee are not considering cancellation or postponement—absolutely not at all,” said Seiko Hashimoto, a former Olympic bronze medalist and Japan’s Olympic minister. Hashimoto’s comments came…