The fear of hypothermia and the dangers associated with it are real and should be fully respected. Many swimmers worry…
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Olympian Allison Schmitt, who has battled depression over the course of her career, talks about mental health at the 2017…
The minutes tick away in swimming’s equivalent of purgatory: it’s the last call room. For some it must feel like…
One of my favourite quotes is “Stay hungry, Stay Foolish” – Steve Jobs. https://youtu.be/Hn3vjMemwG4
People love to have debates about who’s the greatest of all time in any given sport; maybe it’s because you…
Cameron van der Burgh & Adam Peaty play out 5 race intimidation tactics! We are not sure who is more…
Guest post by Chelsea Watterston / Premier Pools The term ‘mental toughness’ refers to the resolve not to quit. Specifically,…
Trying to calm down during a bout of anxiety is likely futile. Instead, try saying: “I am excited.†Because anxiety…
At last week’s Olympic swimming trials, spectators got to see the very best American swimmers compete to attend the 2016…