Swimming

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A watch is more than a way of keeping time. A watch reflects a person's personality and accompanies that person through the day. And for a swimmer, it can be an essential part of the sport. Make sure you buy the right one to give your swimmer as ... more »

How to Buy a Women's Sporty Swimsuit

By Elizabeth McGuire

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Whether you are a serious athlete or a playful beachgoer, a sporty swimsuit can help you enjoy the water without worrying if everything will stay in place. Here are some pointers on finding the perfect one... more »

How to do a belly flop

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Every summer pool party has "that guy." While all of the other party guests are casually enjoying drinks at the poolside, or splashing around flirtatiously in the water, "that guy" comes along and flings his drunken mass off ... more »

How to Get Disqualified Swimming an Individual Medley

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An individual medley is made up of the 4 competitive swimming strokes; butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle. The strokes must be performed in the correct order and the rules of each stroke and turn must be followed to avoid ... more »

How to Get Disqualified Swimming Freestyle

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Freestyle events allow swimmers more stroke freedom than other competitive events. However, most swimmers choose to use the front crawl to complete freestyle events. No matter how you choose to swim a freestyle event, there are definite rules ... more »

How to get rid of green hair from swimming.

By thesquirrelymom

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If your hair has turned green from pool water try this. It worked for me, and I looked like I had been swimming with the Tidy Bowl Man... more »

How to Get Speedo's LZR Racer Swimsuit

By byllz

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Never has a bathing suit caused so much controversy since the debut of the bikini! And it has nothing to do with it being ity bity...it covers a lot more than any bathing suit I have ever seen. Those wanting to get their hands on one can do so ... more »

How to Kick From Inside the Pool

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Add speed and stability to your freestyle swimming stroke by perfecting your flutter kick. Kick from your hips with your knees slightly bent and your toes pointed. Keep your legs aligned with your shoulders and try to keep your kick below the ... more »

How to learn swimming

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Swimming is the movement by humans or animals through water, usually without artificial assistance. Swimming is an activity that can be both useful and recreational. It is a very good exercise of the body and mind. Humans do not swim ... more »

How to pack a swim bag for your child

By onederland

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Has your child ever gotten a call to go swimming with a friend, but they want to know if he or she can be ready right now??? Be prepared so you can have your kid at the curb when they come!.. more »

How to Play Duck Ball in the Pool

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Hide underwater while whoever's "it" tries to hit you with a beach ball... more »

How to Play Skill Building Swim Games

By Elizabeth McGuire

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In between the freestyle and backstroke lessons are opportunities to improve kids’ swimming skills through silly, creative games. Here are a few ideas... more »

How to Prepare for a Great Day at the Beach

By californiagirl

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You are planning a day trip to the beach with all your friends. The problem is you have not been able to get to the beach in years and you need a refresher course on beach activities. Read these steps for tips on how to have a good time at the ... more »

How to Prevent Swimmer's Ear

By Richard Ferri

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Swimmer's ear (or otitis externa) is an inflammation and/or infection of the outer ear. It can be very painful and got its common name from occurring frequently in people who swim a lot. However, anyone can develop swimmer's ear from exposure to ... more »

How to Start Surfing

By msmarymac

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After living in Southern California for six years I decided it was crazy that I was not taking advantage of year-round good weather and regular visits to the beach. If you’ve ever considered taking up surfing, I can’t encourage you enough to at ... more »

How to Swim for Fitness

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Swimming is a great sport to help attain fitness goals. It is non-impact, so almost anyone can do it, and it requires hardly any equipment—just a swimsuit, goggles and in some cases a swim cap. It is also very relaxing to be in the water. ... more »

How to Swim in Open Water

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Swimming in open water is completely different than lap swimming in a pool. Low visibility, lack of lanes or any guidance, creatures and being outdoors all make it a sport of its own. Open water swimming is extremely enjoyable and allows much ... more »

How to Swim Like a Navy SEAL

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Who better to take advice from than the U.S. Navy SEALs on any topic concerning water? There are military benefits to knowing how to invade an enemy beach inconspicuously and unharmed, but you never know when you-—an average citizen—-may have to ... more »

How to Swim Like Michael Phelps

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Michael Phelps is an eight-time Olympic medal champion in swimming. The gold medalist started swimming at the age of 11 when he followed his sisters and joined the local swim team. Five months after swimming for Team USA in the 2000 Summer ... more »

How to Swim Through the Waves

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Swimming through waves begins by running with high knees into the water and doing shallow dives under the waves until you're chest deep. Here you'll find details on how to go about doing that, as well as what to do next... more »

How to Teach Swimming

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The key to successfully teaching a student to swim is to understand his fears and get him used to the water. Many swimming instructors start in the water and expect their students to join them, but a conscientious teacher should not assume that ... more »

How to Teach your Child to Swim.

By acole

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Kids usually start swimming around the age of 3; however, some do not take to the water as well. Here are some tips to get your child swimming... more »

How to Use a Swimming Kickboard

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A kickboard is a piece of equipment that allows a swimmer to easily keep his head above water while practicing kicks. Kickboards come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but they all serve the same purpose and can be used in the same way. Once you ... more »

How to Use a Tired Swimmer Carry

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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In another posting, “How to Rescue Someone Drowning” I described "Reach, Throw, Row and Go," the steps that you should take, in their order, to save a drowning victim. Use the same procedures for a tired swimmer, but let’s assume now that you’re ... more »

How to Use Drag to Improve Swim Skills

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Although the U.S. Olympic swimmers dive off the block in tight-fitting suits, drag has been used to improve swimmers' techniques for decades. Drag creates more pull against the water, making you work harder during practice and move faster during ... more »

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