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Diving
Defined by adventure, thrill and courage, diving is an adventure sport that refers to acrobatically jumping or falling into water. Recognized internationally, diving is also a part of the Olympic Games. Apart from being a profession, diving is also a popular recreational activity for adventure lovers.Read more…Cliff Diving
Adding a new dimension to the sport of diving, cliff diving is defined as the acrobatic perfection of diving into water from a high cliff. Braving the rough rocks, divers take a plunge in the hard-hitting water beneath to experience a thrill to last for a lifetimeThe sensational sport originated from the Hawaiian Island of Lana?i in 1770.Read more…To Pee or Not To Pee
The eternal question of wetsuit urinationIf it hasn’t happened to you already, it will. You descend to 15 feet, and you’ll feel the sudden urge. You can’t hold it.Read more…Introduction
She came shooting off the wall like a human torpedo, gliding through the water with cold, relentless precision. Unleashing her incomparable, undulating dolphin kicks, Natalie Coughlin began to pull away from the field in the l00-meter backstroke, popping to the surface nearly a body length ahead of her closest pursuer. From that prime vantage point -- with a picturesque view of the Athens sunset, a mere 35 meters between her and redemption -- Coughlin was as good as gold.Read more…How To Find And Repair Most Swimming Pool Leaks
It's not uncommon for pool owners to notice that water seems to be leaking out of their pool after opening it for the year. But where is the leak coming from? Let's take a look and see how to find and repair swimming pool leaks.Read more…The Facts Need To Know About Swimming Pool Heaters
If you been considering getting a heater for your swimming pool to help extend the swimming season, you probably have a lot of questions that you would like to have answered. So here are some facts about swimming pool heaters that you really need to know.First of all, a heater will help you set your water temperature at almost any comfort level possible.Read more…Swimming
Swimming, one of the most popular activities in the country, is a healthy active way to spend your time. More and more people are visiting water parks, lakes, rivers, or the ocean. Over the past century the quality of the recreational water has improved a lot.Read more…Jacuzzi - Soak Your Inner Spirit Afresh
Jacuzzi is a large bath or a pool like structure that is equipped electrically to sprout jets of water and air bubbles from different points at the occupants. It is truly entertaining to get soaked in the fountain of water that shower on you from different points. Jacuzzi can take away lots of stress and refresh your inner spirit and rejuvenate your mind and body.Read more…Above Ground Pools - Make an Informed Choice
Nothing is more fun and inviting than a backyard pool. Beating the summer heat with family and friends is one of summertime’s biggest pleasures. With the huge popularity of above ground swimming pools this major backyard water feature is not only fun but affordable.Read more…Got the Baquacil Blues?
The easy way to change back to chlorine in your pool.Baquacil was a huge hit when introduced to the pool market in the late 1980's. While pricey, it gave pool owners the convenience and confidence of a "cook book" solution to the hit or miss job of pool care.Read more…Test, Shock, and Save - How to Enjoy Your Swimming Pool and Spend Less Time and Money
A family swimming pool can be a great addition to any household A gathering place for friends and family, for relaxation, for exercise, parties and more. Unfortunately many prospective pool owners and even those lucky enough to own a pool are put off by the maintenance involved and confused about how to do it properly.Pay now or pay later.Read more…Swimming Pool Pump Energy Savings
When you bought your swimming pool, you knew the summer fun involved additional costs. First in line is the cost of the pool. Next there is maintenance and pool chemicals.Read more…Pool Safety Includes Kids Knowing How to Swim
As we go through life it is amazing how many people you meet that never learned how to swim. If these parents ever accompany their children to swimming pools or lakes, they do not have the skills to save their own child. Teaching children to swim should be mandatory, and is, if you own a pool.Read more…Swimming - The Four Strokes
When it comes to competitive swimming there are various strokes and distances that can be competed in at most competitions. Competitive swimming started to become increasingly popular in the in the 1800’s , and due to its popularity is and has been for a long time one of the most popular events in the summer Olympics.Competitive swimming has an international governing body that goes by the world recognised name of FINA.Read more…Shark Attack Predictions for 2006
In 2005 we saw many shark attacks and it appears that this is an increasing and an alarming trend for surfers, beach go’ers and parents alike. Some believe that the warmer waters are causing these pre-historic and quite well adapted and evolved predators to seek food closer to shore. Others say that the ocean currents during the Hurricane Seasons are brings the fish into the waters where they normally would not be and the sharks are simply following their favorite sushi.Read more…So, You Want to Swim Laps at Home
Whether you grew up on a swim team or came to lap swimming later in life, you know what great exercise the sport is. Swimming can not only provide a cardiovascular workout, but it tones muscles as well. And, of course, it burns calories.Read more…Read this Article if You Have a Fear of Drowning
One of the Biggest Fears appears to be the fear of drowning. Unfortunately when Hurricanes Strike more people die of drowning than from the wind itself or something falling on them. The fear of drowning appears to be universal to all humans.Read more…How To Develop A Strength Training Workout To Swim Faster!
Swimming is a very unique sport to develop a proper strength training workout for. Swimming is one of the few sports that requires more upper body strength for maximum performance. In fact, swimming requires at least 80% of strength from the torso and arms.Read more…Swimming from Nevada to California
Every summer the open water swimming season peppers the calendar, and for years I have shrugged it off with complete apathy. Hell, I’m accustomed to many, many years of competitive swimming in the pool. Why would I want to jump in a large body of cold water where I cannot see the three feet in front of me, let alone the bottom?Read more…The Uses and Benefits of Enzyme Based Swimming Pool Chemicals
A highly effective new line of enzyme based swimming pool chemicals has recently been introduced to the pool industry. These all-natural swimming pool products break down harmful organics present in swimming pool water using enzymes, instead of harsh chemicals traditionally used for this purpose. These helpful pool enzymes have no affect on swimmers, and are completely safe to store and handle.Read more…
Most Recent Articles in Swimming category
- Swimming pool work out is fun! - By: Orson Dixon
If you want to increase your cardiovascular stamina go for swimming. If you want to be a good swimmer, you should work with water. More you work with water, the better it is. - Swimming and How to Be Safe in the Water - By: Rianne de Leon
Swimming is one of the most fun activities done during summer, or in any other hot day. Kids in particular, enjoy swimming, paddling, or just about any kind of activity in the water. Indeed, going out for a swim is one of the most memorable childhood memories a kid can ever have. It is also a favorite family recreational activity. - Problems Confronted by Pool Owners - By: Lee Bell
Are you thinking about buying a home with a swimming pool or putting one in? Be prepared to take care of it on a daily basis. - Advantages of Stationary Swimming! - By: Lizzi Loraine
Stationary Swimming pool has all the advantages that a natural swimming pool will give you. - Tips Before Choosing Summer Camps - By: Shijina Shijina
Finding a best summer camp for the child is one of the interesting and exiting works of the parents. Most of the parents come up with more denomination to make the holidays more useful and knowledgeable for their children. - Swimming Pool Vacuum Cleaners - By: Natisha Nel
Without cleanliness and maintaining the hygiene of the swimming pool it becomes dirty. Swimming pool vacuum cleaners are excellent equipments and with regular cleaning the pool can be used for longer periods. - Hayward Pool Cleaners - By: Natisha Nel
Hayward, the brand name, has set an objective of making the pool experience hassle-free. The products available are pumps, heaters, filters, heat pumps, lighting and automatic pool cleaners. - What benefits can you get from scuba diving? - By: Badr Boubker
Getting to know the marine flora and fauna from up, close and personal is an out-of-this-world experience enjoyed by a few but cherished by all. - Cleaning Supplies for Your Swimming Pool - By: Alex Fir
Thanks to quality cleaning accessories, keeping your swimming pool nice and clean is easier than ever. There are lots of tools to select from, such as skimmers, brushes, and vacuum heads. These tools make pool maintenance very easy, which means that you can spend less time cleaning and more time swimming. - Helpful Tips On How To Get Certified In Scuba Diving - By: Tim Gorman
Scuba diving is a wonderful sport, and although it requires a lot of specialized equipment, it's relatively easy to get certified. There are some basic things, though, that you need to have in place if you want to get scuba diving certification. Scuba diving is fun and exciting, but it can also be dangerous.