This year’s preseason lifeguard training is proving to be anything but normal. For one, most of us are cooped up in our homes as we guard our loved ones’ lives — and our own — from COVID-19. And, with pools closed across the country, it’s also proven much tougher than usual for swimmers to get in a good workout. While…
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…
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…
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…
Are you looking to change up your workout routine? You’ve come to the right place! You’ve probably made some health and fitness goals for the new year: exercise more often, eat a healthy balanced diet, get a full eight hours of rest… you know the drill. By now you may be bored of your regular workout and considering giving up…
In a time cluttered with pre-workout supplements, protein bars, and energy drinks, it can be hard to decipher what is really best to eat or drink before and after a workout. While some of these items may boast increased energy and “bursts” of power, the truth is: they’re not helping you get healthier. Without a proper diet and hydration routine,…
