Swimmer's Daily

  • The Swimmer is a short film about a mans passion for swimming in the open sea and having complete freedom from everything else.

    https://youtu.be/SZEdVCQV-Bo

  • Sarah Sjöström became ISL’s first-ever MVP after gaining 54 points for Energy Standard.

  • A handful of Collier County beaches, islands and passes are seeing medium and high concentrations of red tide, with low concentrations also recorded in Lee County. Swimmers are describing seeing dead fish floating around them in the water. Collier County says it will be collecting new water samples today.

  • The Holyrood PR video team were in Troon to witness the homecoming of Duncan Scott after winning six medals at the 2018 Commonwealth Games made him the most decorated Scottish athlete ever at a single games.

    Scottish Water & Scottish Swimming | Duncan Scott returns to Troon | Learn to Swim

  • The fastest swimming technique in the Individual Medley swimming race is to use the backstroke to breaststroke crossover transition. At the Race Club we have developed a great way for swimmers of all ages to learn this fast but tricky at first technique. Learn the 5 steps we take our Swim Campers through that makes this seemingly difficult turn, easy!

  • A humpback whale has been spotted in the River Thames.

    It first surfaced in Dartford over the weekend and experts, who say it does not seem to be distressed, hope it will find its own way back to sea.

  • Australians aged 45 years and over are being encouraged to consult their doctor before enjoying the health benefits of swimming to prevent drowning deaths involving people with pre-existing conditions.

    Before you jump in:

    • Chat to your doctor about your health
    • Consider the effects of any medication you are taking
    • And remember it’s safer to swim in a supervised area

    When it comes to safety, socialising and support there’s not better plan than swimming at your local Aquatic Centre.

    For further information visit: www.royallifesaving.com.au