History's Keeper
Masters Swimmer and ISHOF CEO Bruce Wigo
by Elaine Howley

Bruce Wigo is familiar to many as the CEO of the International Swimming Hall of Fame, an organization dedicated to preserving the history of aquatics. What you may not know is how swimming, or the lack of it, has influenced many major events in history. Elaine K. Howley also uncovers how Wigo made extra money while attending law school.

Breathless
Asthma Facts for Masters Swimmers
by Phillip Whitten

Phil Whitten recounts some memorable moments in Olympic history that showcase swimmers' triumph over asthma. He also presents some facts about the disease and its treatment, and explains why Masters swimmers, in particular, need to be cautious about asthma inhalers as they reach middle age.

When Workouts Are Worn Out, Spice it Up
Spicing Up Your Workouts
by Jim Harper

Right about this time of year many coaches say, “10 x 100s on the 1:45,” but their swimmers hear, “blah, blah, blah.” Ramping up for Spring Nationals means hard work, but it has to be fun, too. Jim Harper finds some creative sets and drills that are a sure-fire cure for the swimming blahs.

From the Editor

Change by Laura Hamel >>> Illustrated by Edward Colley

Letters

The Human Spirit by Joseph Hebert

Fear of Water by Mike Thompson

Pull Buoy Memories by Hugh Roddin

Paying for Kayaking by Daniel Slosberg

Backstroke Kick Drills by Bodvar Gregersen

Longtime Vegan by Dave Treen

November-December Issue by Kristina Henry

Both Sides of the Lane Line

Early Warning System by Michael Collins

Sneak Attack by Susan Ingraham

Swimming Life

Doug Woodring:  Working to Save Our Oceans by Laura Jones

SIPP Steps Up by Laura Jones

Training & Technique

Out in the Open: Jen Schumacher by Laura Jones

From the Center Lanes: Jack Groselle by Laura Jones

The Dryland Difference: TRX Training by Laura Jones

Ask the Coach: Patti Scott-Baier by Laura Jones

The Healthy Swimmer

What's Really In Our Pool Water? by Laura Jones

Battling Chlorine's Impact on Skin by Laura Jones

Nationals Preview

Race to Glory in the Newest Aquatics Center in the Country by Susan Dawson-Cook read>>

Swim Bag

Dryland Resistance Cords by Laura Hamel read>>

Inside USMS

Volunteer Profile: Ann Svenson by Laura Jones

Splashback

YMCA and Masters, a Natural Fit by Bill Edwards