Kiinesthetic Cues
Sticking It for Freestyle Success
by Beth Baker >>> Photos by David Balch

Beth Baker says it takes some¬thing tangible to remind swimmers of the proper technique for their stroke. In this feature, Baker’s son, Ryan, demonstrates how to use just such a “kinesthetic cue” in a catch-up drill for freestyle swimmers. Reaching for the cue helps freestylers elongate their bodies and rotate properly.

Genadijus Sokolovas read>>
Scientist Helps Swimmers Reach for Perfection
by Raena Latina

After eight years and two successful Olympics, Genadijus Sokolovas has hung up his towel as director of physiology and sport science for USA Swimming. In this interview, Sokolovas talks about how he is taking his training and testing methods into the public arena for all swimmers to use.

Stress Relief
How Does Swimming Compare with Other Sports?
by Elise Oberliesen

As a nurse in a psychiatric unit, Carolyn Boak says clear thinking is a must. Her secret? Swimming. Read about how swimmers use their sport for stress reduction and a sense of well-being.

Short Course Nationals
Clovis Swim Club and Pacific Masters Prepare for a Big One
by Amy Wu

This year, Clovis Swim Club and Pacific Masters will host the U.S. Masters Swimming National Short Course Championship, scheduled for May 7-10. Immediately after the SCY meet, the Clovis Swim Club will stage the USMS 1-mile Open Water National Championship in Millerton Lake north of Fresno.

From the Editor

Improving SWIMMER by Bill Volckening

Letters

Flying Arm Turn by Tom Woods

It's All About Fun by Susan Hinrichs

Swimming Unprotected is Reckless by Bart Selby

Legitimate Reasons for Wetsuits by Terence J. Hart

A Triathlete Weighs In by Michael Meyer

Executive Address

Club & Coach Services Will Be a Key Resource

Swimming Life

Pipes-Neilsen Highlights Zurich International

Davidson Wins Kirchner Memorial Award

Records Fall at Walnut Creek

Whitten Receives Schoenfield Award

Oyakawa Shines in Indy

U.S. Masters Swimming Reaches 48,000

Nessel Publishes New Book

Features Showcase: Members at USMS.org

Training & Technique

Five Fast Facts: Fast Turns

Readers Ask: Using Paddles

Clear, Clean Goggles

Recently Read

Gadget Watch: The Alignment Kickboard

Web Workout: Short Axis Combo - Breaststroke and Butterfly read>>

My Favorite Practice by Lori Payne

The Healthy Swimmer read>>

In Season: Carrots

Reader Recipe: Spiced Carrot Soup

Rules, Etiquette Keep You Safe and Sane

Clean Hands Keep You Healthier

Olympian Nall Promotes Healthy, Whole Foods

Readers Ask: Back Alignment

Intel Develops Electronic House Calls

Swim Bag

Stationary Training

Inside USMS

2010 Long Distance Championships

2010 Pool Championships

USMS Develops Clubs, Plans National Clinic

Renew Online

Learn the Rules

The Ransom J. Arthur Award

Convention News: Membership - It's Up to Us

On Deck

Splashback

Adolph and Tex: Backstroke Flip Turn* by Kari Jones read>>