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Going Long with Jennifer Brunelli | Fueling the Open Water Athlete | Beyond The Breakers

Jul 23, 2026

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in Nutrition

In this episode of Going Long, Beyond the Breakers founder Craig Lewin sits down with Jennifer Brunelli, registered sports dietician, seven-time All-American swimmer, and USC Hall of Famer who built one of the most respected sports nutrition practices in the country. Jennifer has worked with Carolina Panthers NFL players for seven seasons and NASCAR drivers and teams for over a decade. Now she is bringing that elite-level performance nutrition expertise directly to the open water swimming community at Beyond the Breakers 2026.

Jennifer breaks down why nutrition is not something you add to your training but rather the reason your training works at all, why training the gut is just as important as training the muscles, and why what works for a professional swimmer in their 20s will not work for an age group athlete with a job and a family. She also previews her live presentation at Beyond the Breakers 2026, which will include individualized sweat testing for attendees.
Oliver Dawson on the Inspirations That Make Him the Swimmer That He Is | Now You Know | CBC Sports

Jul 23, 2026

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in Competition

The holder of multiple Canadian swimming records chats about the impact his father, Alex Dawson, as well as fellow swimmer Adam Peaty have had on his career. Dawson will take to the pool at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow this summer.
What Great Head Swim Coaches Do Differently | 51 Years of Coaching Wisdom | American Swimming Coaches Association

Jul 23, 2026

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in Competition, Organization

With more than 50 years of coaching experience, Dave Gibson shares the leadership principles that have helped him build successful swim programs and develop coaches, athletes, and teams. In this ASCA Live presentation, he discusses what it really means to be a head coach.

From building culture and managing staff to communicating with parents, mentoring assistant coaches, and creating an environment where swimmers can thrive.

Whether you’re an experienced head coach or preparing for your first leadership role, you’ll leave with practical strategies you can apply to your own program.
My Double Life | Chlorine and Chaos EP2 | Siobhán Haughey

Jul 23, 2026

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in Competition, Organization, Training

From 7am swim training to a fashion photoshoot, and ending the night on a red carpet and award show … welcome to episode 2 of Chlorine and Chaos!

99% of my life is spent in a swimsuit, staring at a black line on the bottom of the pool. Training is my full-time job, but every once in a while, I get to play dress up, and swap my goggles for a red carpet dress! In this episode, I’m taking you along for one of those rare, surreal days where my athletic world and fashion world collide.

Going from chlorine-soaked hair in the morning to full glam by evening isn’t my usual Tuesday, but it definitely makes for a fun, chaotic 24 hours. Step into my double life for the day!
This Kid Is Destroying Swimming Records – Even Katie Ledecky Is Stunned! – Yu Zidi | Fluxswim

Jul 23, 2026

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in Competition

Is Yu Zidi the next swimming prodigy? At just 13 years old, this Chinese swimmer is shattering records and stunning the swimming world, drawing comparisons to legends like Katie Ledecky. From almost quitting at age 11 to dominating the 400m Individual Medley at the World Aquatics Championships, her times are beating Olympic champions. Watch how Yu Zidi went from a local water park to becoming one of the fastest human beings in history. Will she dominate the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics?
FGCU Swimming Well Represented on Team USA at FISU America Games

Jul 23, 2026

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in Competition

FGCU’s Dave Rollins will coach Team USA, while Aislyn Barnett and Izzy Ackley compete in the international collegiate event in Peru.
Can Glasgow’s 2026 Commonwealth Games Deliver Huge Drama on a Small Budget? | ABC News

Jul 23, 2026

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in Competition, Organization

The Commonwealth Games begin tomorrow, but if you’re expecting the games you know, think again.

As ABC Sport’s Jessica Stewart explains, Glasgow’s edition is smaller, shorter and built completely differently.
Understanding Arm Recovery and Connection in Freestyle With Tracey Baumann | Effortless Swimming

Jul 23, 2026

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in Competition, Health, Training

Tracey Baumann is back! Learn how better arm recovery can improve your balance, protect your shoulders, and help you swim with less effort. She breaks down the most common mistakes that lead to shoulder pain, dropped hips, and extra drag, then shares simple drills to help you swim smoother and more efficiently. We’ll also share details about the Melbourne swim clinic we’re running together on October 25. Tune in now!
Sean McCann Ready for Home Commonwealth Games 2026 | Loughborough University

Jul 23, 2026

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Scottish distance swimmer Sean McCann is set to make his senior debut for Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, and there’s no better place to do it than at home.

Having watched the Glasgow Games as a child in 2014, Sean now returns 12 years later as a Commonwealth Games athlete.

He reflects on his journey, the impact of training at Loughborough University, balancing Chemical Engineering with elite sport, and what it means to represent Scotland on home soil.

From embracing the underdog role to thriving in one of the world’s leading high-performance environments, Sean shares why this moment is the pinnacle of his career so far.

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Rókur í Jákupsstovu // Production engineer and certified swim coach. Full-time IT guy, spare-time aquatics aficionado. 2 sons, 2 daughters, 1 grandson & a wife. Bureau Member of European Aquatics, liaison to Water Safety, Media & Data Management. Likes to run :-)