Second Chance
A Shivering Tale of Survival
by June Hussey >>> Photos by Chris Mooney

June Hussey introduces us to Brian Duffield, who suffered a near fatal cardiac arrest after a Masters workout.  He survived because of quick-thinking, competent rescuers at the scene and by a cutting-edge technique in the hospital.  He shares his story with the hope that awareness and knowledge will lead to prevention.  Photos by Chris Mooney.

Sculling Drills
For Increased Strength and Speed
by Chad Durieux >>> Photos by Peter H. Bick

Coach Chad Durieux of Rose Bowl Masters breaks down five sculling drills that are sure to beef up your forearm and hand strength, improving your catch. Each drill is demonstrated by Rose Bowl swimmer Cheryl Simmons and photographed by Peter H. Bick.

What Kills You Could First Make You Stronger
Training With Chronic Illness
by Jim Harper

Last year we received a letter to the editor from Kara Hefner expressing frustration with her struggle to achieve in the pool while battling a chronic illness. We asked her and a few other swimmers to share their stories so that others may find hope.

Letters

Not Deserting Desserts by Alice Phillips

Don't Be Negative! by Ray Scharf

Triathletes by Dave Treen

Keeping Pace by Mo Mathews, Richard Han

The YMCA by Fran Stake

Kettlebells by Joseph Blair

Both Sides of the Lane Line

No Reward by Carolyn Bennett

Different Rewards by Linda Shoenberger

Swimming Life

Masters Swimming: Then & Now by Laura Jones

Recently Read: In the Water, They Can't See You Cry by Laura Jones

Training & Technique

Out in the Open: Who's Afraid of the Dark? by Elaine Howley

Ask the Coach: Lisa Wolf by Laura Jones

From The Center Lanes: Robert Strand by Laura Jones

The Dryland Difference: Meditation by Laura Jones

The Healthy Swimmer

Pulmonary Embolism by Laura Jones

Tools For The Aquatic Heart by Bill Edwards

Mastering Nutrition: Fueling A Workout by Laura Jones

Swim Bag

Polyester Training Suits by Laura Hamel read>>

Inside USMS

Volunteer Profile:  Doug Church by Laura Jones

Splashback

Wonder Fabrics in Aquatic Competition by Bill Edwards