Helping veterans who suffer from PTSD, a Sarasota woman took on a marathon challenge to raise awareness and money. Julie Madison was in the Gulf waters for more than 18 hours in her attempt to swim all the way around Siesta Key. It may not have ended the way she planned, but she still broke a record for the distance she did swim.
It was 4:20 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4th when Julie Madison started swimming. Her goal was to make it all the way around Siesta Key. “It was dark. It was actually beautiful. The stars were out. It was absolutely gorgeous. Very flat water as we were leaving so that was good news.”
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University Of Michigan Athlete Is Swimming Through Pain To Reach Olympics | Click On Detroit | Local 4 | WDIV
Elite athletes are incredibly focused and driven to compete at the highest level, sometimes overcoming great odds to succeed, especially for one University of Michigan swimmer who is punching her ticket to Paris while managing a serious health issue.
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Explore Ginnie Springs | Florida’s Hidden Gem in High Springs | Follow Me Away
Explore the crystal clear waters of Ginnie Springs, a hidden gem located in High Springs, Florida. This privately-owned paradise features seven unique springs, offering activities for all ages and interests. Whether you love swimming, snorkeling, tubing, kayaking, or the thrill of cave diving, Ginnie Springs promises an incredible adventure.
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The Mystery of Grand Canyon’s Swimming Pools | GCHiker
There have been two pools at Grand Canyon, one of which was right on the rim!
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UVA’s Todd Desorbo Ready To Lead U.S. Swim Olympians In Paris | 29News
DeSorbo is the head coach of the U.S. Olympic swim team for the first time
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Lions’ Record-breaking Swim Across Channel Captured By Drone Camera | New Scientist
(more…)Two lions, one missing a leg, made a 1.5-kilometre swim through crocodile-infested waters in Uganda, probably in order to mate with females
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Fil-am Swimmer Jared Hatch Shares Journey To Paris Olympics | One News PH
25-year-old Filipino-American swimmer Jared Hatch shares his journey to the Paris Olympics as he represents the Philippines.
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Learning The Lifelong Skill Of Swimming | CityNews
Want to take a dip in the water to beat the heat but don’t know how? Afua Baah has the details on why it’s never too late to learn the lifelong skill.
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Gan Ching Hwee Focused On Swimming Her Best At Olympics Despite Selection Saga | CNA
Paris-bound Singapore swimmer Gan Ching Hwee said she has blocked off all the distractions over her last-minute addition to the women’s 4x100m medley relay team. The 20-year-old said her coaches have been helping her stay focused, ahead of her Olympics debut in two weeks. Gan replaced Quah Ting Wen in the quartet last week, after accepting an invitation from World Aquatics to compete at the Summer Games. Gan will compete in three events in Paris: The women’s 800m and 1,500m freestyle, as well as the 4x100m medley relay. Alif Amsyar reports.