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Why Swimming May Be The Best Exercise As You Age

This article by Karen Rowan on zwemza.com is another great example of why swimming is essential as you get older! Falling down and getting hurt is a big problem for older adults, and researchers think that physical activity may lower people’s risk of falls. But now, a new study suggests that the only type of exercise that lowers older adults’ risk of falls is swimming. Researchers in Australia looked at about 1,700 men age 70 and older, and compared the types...

January 22, 2015ArticlesComments OffRead more...

Why Are Swimming Skills So Important?

As we approach the New Year, I am reflecting on the overwhelming number of people I speak to on a daily basis that STILL don’t know how to swim! The American Red Cross conducted a recent survey and discovered that nearly half of American adults can not swim (their definition for the purpose of the survey “adults should be able to float or tread water for about a minute. Then be able to turn yourself so you...

January 1, 2015ArticlesComments OffRead more...

Abigail’s Story

Meet Abigail, a junior coach at Swim Strong: My name is Abigail and I am 12 years old. I have been a Girl Scout for 5 years and as a Cadette, I get to work on my Silver Award, which is the 2nd level service project with Girl Scouts. We are supposed to choose a project based on something we are passionate about. I decided to pursue Swim Strong Foundation for my Silver Award project because of my passion and love...

November 24, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...

Swim Strong is a finalist in the 2014 Diversity and Inclusion (DANDI) Sports Category

The DANDI Awards showcase individuals and organizations for their demonstration and outstanding commitment to the creation of a more diverse and inclusive world. This year they will continue recognize and honor those who do so in sports, our category. The third annual awards ceremony is scheduled for: Monday, Dec. 1, 2014 6.30 pm New York Times Building DANDI nominees are reviewed by an independent Ambassador Council who anonymously vote to select category winners. The Diversity and Inclusion Awards was founded in 2012. Previous winners in this category...

October 22, 2014Swim Strong in The NewsComments OffRead more...

Body Composition Analysis

Body Composition Analysis can tell you your amount of body fat and the amount of lean body mass you have, and help you find the appropriate balance between the two which will be your ideal healthy weight. The term body composition is mentioned by Personal Trainers, Strength and Conditioning Coaches and Dieticians on a regular basis but what does body composition mean? There are a number of differing charts and opinions that circulate that give an idea of the range...

October 12, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...

Energy drinks cause heart problems: new research

Barcelona, Spain – Sunday 31 August 2014 Energy drinks can cause heart problems according to research presented at ESC Congress 2014 today by Professor Milou-Daniel Drici from France. Professor Drici said: “So-called ‘energy drinks’ are popular in dance clubs and during physical exercise, with people sometimes consuming a number of drinks one after the other. This situation can lead to a number of adverse conditions including angina, cardiac arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat) and even sudden death.” He added: “Around 96% of these...

September 28, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...

EATING ALKALINE FORMING FOODS

Everything, living or non-living, is either acidic or alkaline. The natural processes in the human body are designed to consume alkaline foods. Our blood’s pH level is primarily determined by the food we consume. To resist the harsh effects of oxidation, viruses, bacteria, inflammation and various levels of disease our diet should consist of approximately 60% Alkaline Forming Foods so we can maintain optimal vibrant health. Most people are simply not aware or educated that our body must balance the...

September 28, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...

SPRAINS, STRAINS & JOINT TRAUMA

The Healing Process - Using Whole Foods, Vitamin, Minerals and Enzymes Healing of these injuries doesn’t occur on a distinct step by step pathway but is actually more of an overlap of all the stages at once. So, it’s actually a continuum of all the three steps required all occurring at the same time and it’s only the percentages of the three distinct steps that vary throughout the process we call healing. The three stages are inflammation, proliferation (scar formation) and scar...

September 28, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...

It was time for Annamaria, is it time for you?

Hi, my name is Annamaria, a 52 year old successful executive. The last time i swam was when I was 16 years old. I nearly drowned and was saved by a life guard. That day changed my life and I have feared water ever since. 36 years later and I still am so afraid of the water that I start shaking when I am near it. Two years ago I started working with a person who has two daughters that compete in swimming....

September 3, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...

New safety terminology to rule the pool

While I appreciate the effort to further clarify “water safety” and related terms, I believe that water safety education needs to go much further. It is also about educating people as to the environment they are entering into when they access the water. We had 6 drownings so far in NYC, none of which had to happen. As a matter of fact, 98% of drownings do not have to happen! Education, common sense, good judgment and strong skills...

August 20, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...

Macronutrient Requirements For Exercise

PROTEIN • Proteins are organic compounds made up of Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen & Nitrogen. • It is the presence of Nitrogen which sets Proteins apart from other Nutrients. • The body can’t produce Nitrogen and Protein is the only way of introducing it to the body. • Protein is broken down into Amino Acids in the body. Protein Requirement of Athletes • Protein requirements of Athletes are well above those of sedentary people. • This is due in part to changes in amino acid metabolism induced by intense exercise. Role of Protein & Amino...

July 24, 2014ArticlesComments OffRead more...