In this 14th episode, Swim Smooth Head Coach, Paul Newsome, discusses how to improve your feel for the water with one of our classic drills, sculling.
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Coronavirus: State now says opening a swimming pool an essential service
After several weeks of being told they can’t schedule and get paid for opening residential swimming pools because it wasn’t considered an essential service, pool maintenance companies across New York have been given the green light to start offering the service again.
“Yes, it’s our understanding that they now can start scheduling appointments,†said Dominick Mondi, executive director of the Northeast Spa and Pool Association. Mondi and others in his organization based the recommendation on a written statement from Empire State Development and conversations this week with officials there. The companies, of course, have to follow proper social distancing protocol and sanitizing procedures.
Earlier this month, the majority of the state’s pool maintenance businesses stopped offering pool opening services and in many cases closed their doors for the time being, basing their decision on information given to them by the Northeast Spa and Pool Association and Hot Tub Alliance, the two main trade groups representing the industry in New York.
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Top 5 abdominal exercises for swimmers
Swimming as a sport requires a large amount of core and abdominal strength to swim efficiently and effectively. Those that can control their core and have strong abdominal musculature, tend to perform at a higher standard than those who do not. Not only that, many of the injured swimmers I have seen with injuries relating to their lower limb, back or shoulders, have all had decreased abdominal strength. Working together on abdominal strengthening, and the injury, they were able to return to the pool better and stronger than ever. Nevertheless, these exercises are not just for swimmers and can be completed by anybody.
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Dr Phil – Swimming Pools, Cigarettes, & Pandemics – Sam Roberts Now
Sam Roberts talks about Dr. Phil’s comparisons of Corona to cigarettes and swimming pools, and the backlash to it, on Sam Roberts Now.
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Yoga for Swimmers Express Class – Stretching the Sides of the Body
This Yoga for Swimmers Express Class is focused on stretching the sides of the body.
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Penn State Swimming & Diving: More Than a Team
We’re more than a team, WE ARE FAMILY.
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Senior Showcase: Legacy swimmer Lukas Miller
The 9Preps ‘Senior Showcase’ series recognizes spring sport athletes unable to compete in their final high school season.
https://youtu.be/EmfAFH7YfP0
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Episode 13 – how to improve my arm and leg kick timing in freestyle swimming
In this 13th episode (unlucky for some!), Swim Smooth Head Coach, Paul Newsome, discusses a great drill sequence to help improve coordination and timing between your arms and legs – you’ll have a lot of fun with this one!
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Best Rotator Cuff Strength Exercises for Swimmers
Sarah Ferguson is an Open Water Swimmer from Durban South Africa Sarah is a physiotherapist and runs a private practice in Durban North at a multi-disciplinary center. She is also a motivational speaker, Pilates instructor, retired National Swimmer and swim coach. Subscribe to her YouTube Channel here http://bit.ly/BreatheYouTubeChannel