April 22nd is Earth Day! It’s time to think about what we can do to be more environmentally conscious. There are small changes that we can implement into our day-to-day lives to make our planet a better place. If we all work together to make these small changes, it would have a large impact overall. Here are some small Earth-friendly…
The weather is slowly heating up! Make sure you’re super summer safe this year. Summer has the potential to expose us to threats that we don’t have to worry about as much during cooler months. Here are 4 tips to help you beat the heat and survive summer! Stay Hydrated The most essential tip to surviving summer heat is to…
It’s almost Mental Health Month! National Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in May since 1949! It’s important to take time to make sure that you remain in a good headspace. Now is the perfect time! Being a teen is HARD. With school, family, social media, friends, dating, internal and external judgment, life can start to feel overwhelming. You…
You’ve already decided that you want to lifeguard with Guard for Life this summer, why not share the experience with a friend? Refer a friend! Having a lifeguard job can be a rewarding experience for anyone. Guard for Life wants to hire your friends so they can be a part of our lifeguard community with you! Benefits of Referring a…
It’s almost time for finals! As we all know finals can be STRESSFUL! If you’re feeling overwhelmed, just understand that it’s completely normal. The stress that comes from being a student is sometimes overlooked, but that doesn’t mean you’re alone. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with school and finals, it’s important to find outlets to manage your stress. Stress can feel…
Warmer weather is just around the corner! That means pool season is almost here, and every pool needs qualified lifeguards. Is it you?? Whether you’re a first-time lifeguard or a veteran, up to date certifications are a MUST. Guard for Life is here to help with all of your lifeguard certification needs. Guard for Life offers training courses nationwide throughout…
Summer is almost here! It’s time to get your body into tip-top swimmers’ shape! Although you may already know all of your swimming P’s and Q’s for while you’re in the pool, it’s important to do some land-based exercises to condition your body. You should complete a strength training program before swim season. Having a scheduled program where you slowly…
Get your sunglasses and SPF ready! With warmer weather steadily approaching, lifeguard season is just around the corner! Make sure all of your ducks are in a row so that you are ready to be the best lifeguard. There are some key points you’ll need to consider before diving back into lifeguarding. Secure your Job Whether you’re a first-time lifeguard…
Swimming is a great way to stay active and healthy, but don’t forget to make sure that your diet compliments your swimming lifestyle! You don’t want exceptional swimming to be compromised by a lack-luster diet. As a swimmer, having proper eating habits is essential to your body’s health and your swimming performance. Here are all of the nutritional essentials you…
Work as a lifeguard this summer and spend your days in the fresh air and warm summer sun. Many pools now offer a shallow water lifeguarding opportunity as well as traditional lifeguarding. By becoming certified as a shallow water lifeguard, you will learn the skills to create a safe swimming environment in communities with pools under 5 feet deep. The…
