Size and Timing
Two Factors Essential to a Good Kick in Butterfly
by Dennis Baker >>> Photos by David Balch
Two of the most common challenges in perfecting the butterfly technique? The size and timing of the kicks. Through drills and do's and don'ts, Masters multiple world record holder Dennis Baker demonstrates how to address these issues and perform a picture-perfect butterfly.

Olympian, Wife and Mother read>>
A Profile of Susan von der Lippe
by Amy Wu >>> Photos by David Balch
Swimmer, soccer mom, sister, friend - Susan von der Lippe does it all, and does it well. Training with Loveland Masters is preparing von der Lippe for her next endeavor: the 2008 Olympic Trials in Omaha. Still, the 42-year-old Olympian says family is what means the most to her.

AUSSIES and the Art of Swimming read>>
AUSSI Encourages Members to Swim for Fitness and Compete
by Jeff Commings
Despite their Down Under distinctions, Australian Masters swimmers share similarities with their stateside counterparts. Read on to discover the Aussies' diverse Masters population, organizational structure and inspiring motto - all reminiscent of USMS principles.

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