Why do swimmers have bad posture? I always imagined swimmers to have the ideal athletic body – outstanding mid-back muscular width, long and slim limbs, and a low body fat percentage. But have you ever heard of swimmer’s slouch? This is something that competitive swimmers suffer from, poor posture! A somewhat hunched-over posture happens when…
Why do my legs hurt after swimming? Is it something I’m doing wrong, or an unavoidable consequence of a worthwhile workout? I’m not alone – many people find that their legs ache after swimming, even if they only swim for a short period. I’ve learned there are a few things you can do to help…
Why does my stomach hurt after swimming? Before swimming lessons as a kid, my mum would always warn me not to eat before getting in the water, otherwise I’d get stomach pains. But, there are actually several things that can cause stomach pains after swimming. It can even be the case that you’ve worked your…
As my kids gain confidence in the pool, I want to teach them how to judge a safe pool depth for jumping in. Jumping into water that is too shallow or too deep can be equally dangerous. A pool should be at least 4 feet, and preferably closer to 5 feet at the place where…
Can some people not float? Have you ever been in the pool and tried to float on your back, but simply couldn’t? No matter how much your swimming instructor told you to relax your muscles and spread your back evenly, you still can’t do it, so what gives? Scientifically speaking, some people cannot, in fact,…
Swimming always brings a smile to my face, but are swimmers happier than other people? Recent research appears to suggest that swimmers have the edge over other athletes when it comes to mental and emotional health and wellbeing. And swimming isn’t bad for physical health, either! Today I’ll look into whether it’s really true that…
Learning how to brush tangled hair after swimming can save you a lot of pain, ripped out hairs, and needless emergency haircuts. Swimming is a great form of exercise, but the chlorine and chemicals present in pool water are harsh on hair. Though this might not seem like a big deal to some, it can…
What should you do after swimming to make sure you recover well and regain the most energy? It’s important to cool down properly after swimming. But, there are a few other steps you can take to ensure you’re feeling your best after swimming and to set you up for your next workout. This includes staying…
Does swimming get boring for you? I know it has for me at certain times, despite my passion for the sport. Anything we do often enough can get boring after a while, if we let it. But does swimming have to get boring? Here, the answer is a definite no. There is so much that…
