Saturday, May 17, 2008

Splash


For all of you competitive swimmers, there is one big question that all of us ask, "What suit should I wear?"
Well this age old question is finally about to be answered by our experts here at swim spot. Yani Krogger(picture at left), one of our scientific editors, conducted an experiment seeing which suit moves through the water the fastest. It was discovered that Speedo Fastskins with legs work the fastest.
Go to
http://www.speedo.com/

Saturday, May 3, 2008

Nutrition

Make sure that you are eating a balanced diet. Got to http://mypyramid.gov to design an eating plan that is right for you.

Monday, April 28, 2008

Swimming requires a lot of strength. Many swimmers have asked me what the best and most convenient exercise is for this, and I always tell them that it is push ups. Push ups are and excellent strength exercise that is great for swimming. I recommend starting out doing 10, and then gradually doing more. They should be done every day in sets of two for beginners.

What should I eat?

This is a commonly asked question by swimmers. Well, vegetables are the most important thing. Eat a variety of food and your plate should be colorful- no, this does not mean Skittles or candy! The best veggies for swimmers are green and leafy. If you need a snack, also be sure to grab fruits such as bananas, grapes, or strawberries. They taste great and give you lasting energy for a tough swim practice. If you are at school now, also STAY HYDRATED!!!! This is one of the most important things that a swimmer can do! Bring a water bottel to stay hydrated during classes. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to email me at swim-spot@yahoo.com

Swimmers

Okay swimmers, it's time to tell your friends about this blog. It is set up to have many articles about swimming to make you fast and healthy, and it will focus on tecnique. This is a great website to connect with your swimming friends and learn something new!