Famous swimmers, Olympic history, swimming strokes, records, and the world of competitive swimming.
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It is not easy to be a professional in any sport – and swimming is no exception. While there is common ground among amateur and professional swimmers (read training, techniques, determination, etc.), …
It's safe to say that becoming a pro swimmer is not an easy feat! Getting to a level where you can swim as a career takes years of training, dedication, hard work, and passion. And if you're wondering…
Fanny became the first woman in the world to ever win the Olympic gold medal in swimming, representing Australasia. Before getting to the finals, where she won the first gold medal for women, she set …
Swimming is a popular pastimes on all corners of the globe. Here are some countries where swimming is a favourite hobby for locals!
Ever thought of jumping in ice water in the middle of Winter? That's probably a no and that's totally understandable. But, once a year, countries all around the world take part in a custom called the …
Competitive swimmers live and breathe their sport! This is why they train twice a day, six days a week. However, intensive training is not the only thing that makes swimming such a hard sport!
Swimming is one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States! These Olympic swimmers are the best of the best. During the Summer Olympics, they won the most medals for their country. Here are th…
Swimming is a popular form of exercise. You can find a public pool almost anywhere. Since there are so many different swimming strokes, taking up this sport has never been easier. Some people also bui…
Sometimes we stay out of the water longer than we would like to. Getting back into swimming can be a challenge, but we want to help you. Following our tips will make getting back into the pool easy a…
Motivational quotes are another thing that can help you succeed. Alongside, confidence and skill, positive reinforcement can be a great way to get better at a skill. Achieving our goals takes practice…
When we were growing up, our parents would always say, “don’t go into the pool until an hour after eating!” We didn’t question an adult’s judgment. However, mom was unaware that she was continuing a c…
After the Emmy Awards on September 17, 2017, celebrities were all people could talk about. What do celebrities do in their spare time? Something you might not know is some of these celebrities happen …
Stay active this holiday season by going for a swim! Halloween loot, Thanksgiving dinner and Christmas get-togethers sometimes cause our health and fitness goals to take a hit. Luckily, you can get ac…
On Veteran's Day, we remember those who fought and continue to fight to protect the freedoms of our country. Among the countless heroes, medals, and stories we have heard, we wanted to take a look at …
Many countries around the world allow humans to swim with dolphins. Swimming with dolphins has been popular with tourists in the Caribbean for decades. Even places like Hawaii and Florida offer dolphi…
If you want to get the adrenaline pumping, swimming with sharks has to be on your bucket list. Who doesn’t love Shark Week on the Discovery Channel? Sharks are an important part of the ocean ecosystem…
The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo is quickly approaching. Swimmers from around the world are getting ready to speed across the finish after the impressive Rio 2016 Games. Americans like Ryan Lochte an…
Swimming across one of the Great Lakes is not something an amateur swimmer would dream of attempting. Conquering Lake Ontario has been the goal of professional long-distance swimmers for decades. Sinc…
Swimming is not an instinctual skill. This is why we take swimming lessons. Many animals love the land, but would never dip a toe in the water. However, some unexpected animals can “doggy paddle” as g…
Swimming pools have been around since ancient times. They were places for locals to socialize, make business deals or escape the heat. Now let’s dive into the history of swimming pools!
Competitive swimmers are always striving to beat their records and get faster. Finishing with a better time is more than simply pushing through the pain. Becoming a great swimmer takes precision mecha…
Have you ever tried to hear underwater? It’s not easy. Rarely can you make out what the other person is saying, let alone which direction the sound is coming from!
During the early days at AquaMobile, one of our clients missed two consecutive swimming lessons for her two sons. Later, we learned that the two boys had been in a boating accident with their father. …
It’s never too late to learn a new skill. One like swimming can potentially save your life. There is no need to be embarrassed about being an adult learning to swim for the first time. According to th…
Before practicing diving, ensure the water is deep enough and other swimmers are far enough away.