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Foods To Avoid On Race Day

Nutrition and eating right is the cornerstone of any serious swimmer's training plan. From staying properly hydrated to eating the right snacks, and everything in between, a well-balanced meal plan...

How Much Sleep Does My Body Need After My Swim Workout?

Getting the right amount of sleep is something that you should make a priority if you're trying to compete at elite levels. Swimming demands a significant amount of energy and exertion from the bod...

Tested Safe: What to Know About Banned Substances

Today we’re talking to Oliver Catlin, President of BSCG (Banned Substances Control Group), www.bscg.org, and (ADSI) Anti-Doping Sciences Institute, which are located in Los Angeles, California. BSC...

3 Nutrition Tips to Get You Ready for Your Swimming Workouts

When you're heading from work or class to your next swimming workout, nutrition might be the last thing on your mind. But to eliminate the possibility of you crashing during the middle of your sess...

Why Cool Down Exercises and Recovery are So Important for Swimmers

Part of an effective and proper swim session, whether it's an early morning practice or an important meet, is restoring your body. Part of a total performance swimming plan is recovery and the cool...

Why Vitamin B12 Helps Your Body After a Swim Meet

After a swim meet, the last thing you're probably thinking about is the composition and dynamics of certain vitamins and what they're doing for your health. Instead, you're either celebrating the s...

What Time of Day Should Swimmers Drink Protein Shakes?

If you're in the world of fitness, you know that protein shakes are an essential part of your performance nutrition plan. For those of us in the sport of swimming, the benefits of a protein shake a...

RECIPE: Nutriboost Fudge Pops

This is the perfect healthy dessert or nutritious snack to have when the weather is warm and you want to cool off with a refreshing treat. If you like the flavor of a chocolate-covered banana, you'...

Meet David Guthrie: International Hall of Fame Masters Swimmer!

Today we are talking with one of the most accomplished Masters swimmers and coach, David Guthrie. He holds over 70 individual records, 11 world records, and has been inducted into the Internatio...

3 Reasons to Join a Swimming Club