Swimming for Freedom read>>
Indiana Masters Swimmer Recalls Ultimate Distance Journey
by Raena Alexis Latina

An engineer by training, a family man and an Indiana Masters swimmer, Dimitar Kalchev has traveled a good distance since his upbringing in Communist-controlled Bulgaria. In fact, few would ever guess that on Aug. 8, 1971, Kalchev swam 11 hours in the Black Sea to escape Bulgaria, risking his life to start anew.

Double-Edged Sun read>>
We All Hear the Warnings, But Are We Really Listening?
by Jody Welborn, M.D.

Each summer you hear the warnings about sun exposure and the importance of skin protection, but are you really listening? More than 70 percent of American adults don't protect themselves from the sun's dangerous rays. Swimmers especially need to take heed and follow these easy steps for safely enjoying the sun.

Timeout for Training read>>
Managing Yourself, Managing Your Mindset
by Alice Phillips >>> Illustrated by Rick Gutierrez

An overflowing calendar of work and family activities can conspire to keep you away from the pool and gym. But as USMS members point out, managing yourself and your mindset will help you develop and stick with a healthy exercise routine.

From the Editor

Celebrating a Diverse Community by Bill Volckening

Letters

Executive Address

World Stage for Swimming Comes to U.S. in 2006 by Jim Miller

Training & Technique

Web Workout by Jacki Hirsty read>>

Go The Mile
 Web Extras: Distance Training

Sprinter or Distance Swimmer? Try the Vertical Jump Test

Readers Ask: Solution for Tired Legs

My Favorite Set by Errol Graham
 Web Extras: My Favorite Set Bonus

Are You Getting the Most From Your Weight Workout?

Healthy Swimmer read>>

More than 5 Million Americans Have Diabetes But Don't Know It

Osteoporosis Patients Tend to Discontinue Treatment That Can Help

High-Altitude Living May be Fountain of Youth

Exercise May Trump Pills for Pain Management

Finding the Right Weight for Optimum Health

Food & Nutrition

Live Longer -- Go Mediterranean!

Readers Ask: Lose Weight, Not Energy

Raw Foods Gain Popularity as Health Agents

Reader Recipe: English Toffee by Michael Heather

Swim Bag

Hair / Skin Care

USMS News

A Fitting Memorial, a Powerful Tool for Swimming Advancement

Bozeman Masters Receives Nike Grant

Meet the USMS Officer Candidates

Streamlines Newsletter Provides USMS Details

Swimming Life

Student and Masters Swimmer Lands Coaching Spot at Michigan

F-15 Flyover Planned for Oregon Patriot Games

Pioneer Awards Acknowledge Past and Present Leaders

Seven Individual Records Highlight One-Hour Swim

Bober Appointed Aquatics Director

Haartz Receives Lifetime Service Award

International Masters Swimming Hall of Fame Inducts New Members

Records Fall at YMCA Nationals

Records Topple at USMS Short Course Nationals in Fort Lauderdale

Ransom Arthur Award Presented

On Deck

Splashback

The Powerful Call of the Open Water by Virginia Sowers read>>