We are now heading into the championship part of the summer season. Whether the big meet is the local summer league championships or the USA Nationals, swimmers are hoping to be at their best when their best is required. Here are some suggestions. These are in no particular order of importance. Read More Read Full Post
Perhaps we are instilled at a very early age with the idea that life proceeds in some sort of direction. The concept of time is a perfect example of this. Past, present, and future are human "constructs"as far as I can tell. I don't believe, for example, my sister's beagle, Petey, gives much thought to how he will be spending his golden years, or for that matter, what part of the neighborhood he'll... Read More Read Full Post
The Spring / Summer LC meet season has begun and I have a few thoughts and suggestions. As always, be on time for the warm up. Depending on who is hosting the meet, and the number of swimmers competing, the meet director may decide to divide the warm up period into sessions to allow swimmers ample space. It's always a good idea to check the meet information which is available on the Middle... Read More Read Full Post
The following is courtesy of Laura Davidson, former SSC parent and nutritionist.
NUTRITION TIPS FOR SWIMMERS
by Laura
Davidson, MS, RD, LDN
Pay attention to what you eat every day, not only on the day of the meet.
No two people are alike in terms of what they need nutritionally.
Swimmers may need from 2000 to above 5000 calories daily. Calorie needs depend on body size, meta- bolism, body composition, gender, intensity of training and activities besides swimming.... Read More Read Full Post
Why is it important to use the pace clock? There are several reasons. First, regardless of a swimmer's age, or level of ability, it is a way of ensuring a safe distance between each swimmer in a particular lane. We usually ask our swimmers to leave the wall every 5 seconds; in some cases every 10 seconds. A gap of less than 5 seconds often causes "traffic congestion"... Read More Read Full Post