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  • Kayakers swallowed by a humpback whale in Avila Beach – California

    Nov 9, 2020

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    rokur
    in Nature

    Warning, strong language

    Two women were enjoying the day among a group of humpback whales feeding in Avila Beach, California. Suddenly a bait ball appeared next to their kayak and a whale followed the fish, opening its entire mouth to grab them. What the whale did not expect was to take a kayak with two people. Despite the danger and fright, both left unharmed, as the whale soon opened its mouth and released them.

    A whale cannot swallow human beings because its throat is very narrow. That is why it feeds only on small fish and krill. But even so, it could have caused fatal injuries due to the strength of the jaw.

    Researchers are trying to identify the whale to monitor it and see if it is okay with it too.

  • Would you swim in this public mineral pool? 🇧🇬 Exploring Bulgaria

    Nov 9, 2020

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    rokur
    in Swimming Pools

    As the quarantine situation is tightening in Bulgaria, I decide be smart, not scared about it. Join me as we visit one of the coolest public mineral pools in the country, right next to the capital. Might be fun!

    https://youtu.be/M-XJEQT8msk
  • Q&A with Sarah Thomas: World Record Ultra Marathon Swimmer

    Nov 9, 2020

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    rokur
    in Open Water

    If you are involved in long distance swimming in open water then Sarah Thomas is a big deal! She has completed numerous long distance swims including the longest unassisted swim in 2019 to gain her a world record.

  • 3 Secret Race Pace Sets | Cody Miller Vlogs

    Nov 4, 2020

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    rokur
    in Competition, Training
  • Swimming Across Monterey Bay with Marathon Swimmer, Catherine Breed | She Plays

    Nov 4, 2020

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    rokur
    in Open Water

    Enjoy our chat with Catherine Breed, marathon swimmer and social activist! We hear all about her experiences of swimming across Lake Tahoe and the North Channel (the sea between Ireland and Scotland!). We talk about an encounter with a great white shark and how she prepares mentally and physically for such epic swims (12 hours! 58 degree water! Jellyfish stings!). She is also passionate about giving back and encouraging people to “get in the water!” She recently swam the Monterey Bay in CA and raised $3,000 for Diversity in Aquatics, an organization that promotes water safety, education and drowning prevention for minority groups. Catherine is such an inspiration – enjoy the episode!

  • Whale capsizes kayak, forces 2 people underwater in Avila Beach

    Nov 4, 2020

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    rokur
    in Nature
  • Homeschooling Swimmer – Day in the Life of a Competitive Swimmer

    Nov 2, 2020

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    rokur
    in Competition

    Homeschooling swimmer Aimee gives a vivid account of her day. From getting up early to train at the pool, to returning home to continue with her homeschooling studies.

  • If you have a dream, go after it – Alia Atkinson | The Social Kick

    Nov 2, 2020

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    rokur
    in Competition

    World Record Holder and Jamaican Star Swimmer Alia Atkinson reflects on her career with advice we all could use, no matter where you come from.

  • Abbie Wood, NY Breakers | ISL Wins, Personal Bests and Mental Preparation

    Nov 2, 2020

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    rokur
    in Competition

    British Swimming’s Abbie Wood chats with us on this week’s Propulsion Swimming Podcast, Abbie has been tearing up the ISL in recent weeks setting multiple PBs and ruffling feathers with the best medley swimmers in the sport!!

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