Author: Miles Cooper

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Why Swimming Is Worth the Sacrifice

Why Swimming Is⁤ Worth the Sacrifice In a world where instant gratification often takes precedence over long-term health benefits, swimming‌ emerges as a quintessential⁤ sport ⁢that demands both commitment and resilience.As athletes dive into the deep end,‌ they⁣ aren’t just ‌immersing themselves in water; they⁢ are also navigating a challenging journey that requires sacrifice, discipline, and unwavering ⁣determination. From youth programs to elite competitions, swimming’s rigorous⁢ training regimens can test physical limits and mental fortitude alike. Yet,⁤ as we explore the myriad advantages offered by this demanding discipline, it becomes clear that ⁢the sacrifices made by swimmers—early mornings, grueling workouts,…

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Olympic Backstroke Swimming: Deep-Elbow Catch

In a groundbreaking shift in Olympic backstroke swimming, athletes are increasingly adopting the deep-elbow catch technique. This method enhances propulsion and efficiency, allowing swimmers to maximize their speed. Experts believe it could redefine performance in upcoming competitions.

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17-Yr-Old Kazushi Imafuku Scorches 14:50.18 1500 Free JPN National Record

2025 JAPAN SWIM The final day of the 2025 Japan Swim unfolded from Tokyo today. The 4-day competition represented the sole qualifying opportunity for the nation’s swimmers to add their names to the roster for this summer’s World Championships in Singapore. 17-year-old Kazushi Imafuku already made noise in the mid-distance freestyle events here, including ripping a new personal best of 3:47.77 in the 400m free. But the teen saved his best for last, unleashing a new Japanese national record en route to topping the men’s 1500m freestyle podium. Racing in the fastest heat this evening, Kazushi ripped a monster time of…

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NCAA Men’s Championships: 5 Races to Watch as Multiple Records Are in Danger

NCAA Men’s Championships: 5 Races to Watch as Multiple Records Are in Danger The bright lights are finally ready to shine for the second straight week at the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center, with the NCAA Men’s Division I Championships slated for Wednesday through Saturday. Previusly, we covered the top five races to watch for at the women’s meet. Now, we take a look at the men’s meet, counting down five races that should be can’t-miss events. 5. 100 Breaststroke Photo Courtesy: University of Florida Athletics There might not be a better story in college swimming this season than Florida’s…

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Mel Marshall On Her Love For Australia And The Values They Share

In the second of two articles, Swimming World spoke to Mel Marshall as we highlight her achievements as a pioneer in the sport as well as talking about her new life in Australia. Mel Marshall sits in her Gold Coast apartment listing what she loves about Australia. The 43-year-old took up the reins as the Head of High Performance at Griffith University in Queensland at the turn of 2025. She replaced Michael Bohl who’d planned an extended break following the Olympics although he’s now taken on an advisory role with the Chinese Swimming Association. It was the start of a new…

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A Look at the Olympic and World Short Course Medalists Set to Battle at NCAA Men’s Championships

NCAA Men’s Championships: Olympic Medalists and Short Course World Champs Set to Shine Eight years ago, Caeleb Dressel turned his first Olympic appearance, in which he qualified for one individual final and captured two relay gold medals, into college swimming stardom. He had won NCAA titles as a freshman and sophomore, but as a junior, he achieved his first three-event sweep at the NCAA Championships, swimming the fastest time ever on each occasion. And after the Tokyo Olympics, the new arrivals to college included Leon Marchand, who was coming off Olympic finals appearance in the 400 IM, and it was…

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A 25,000 Capacity Games Time National Aquatic Centre Confirmed As Brisbane’s 2032 Olympic Swimming Venue

A 25,000 Capacity Games Time National Aquatic Centre Confirmed As Brisbane’s 2032 Olympic Swimming Venue Olympic champion Cam McEvoy has today led a collective voice of approval on behalf Australia’s aquatic family with the announcement that a National Aquatic Centre (NAC) would become swimming’s centre piece for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. Welcoming the official announcement from the Queensland Government that an NAC would be developed in Brisbane’s Spring Hill as part of the  2032 Games master plan, creating a true legacy for future generations. YOU’RE THE ONE BRISBANE: Cameron McEvoy, who won Olympic gold in Paris, says the National Aquatic…

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