Useful Articles for Swim Parents
From Summer Swimmer to Year-round Athlete (SwimTopia)
Swim Parent's Workshop (Mark Hesse, USA Swimming)
Team USA "5 Things" for Parents
5 Things for Parents to Avoid When Cultivating Grit
How Swimming Can Lead to a Better Job Later in Life (USA Swimming/TrueSport)
The Importance of Being a Self-Compassionate Swimmer (USA Swimming)
The Second-Goal Parent: A Focus on the Big Picture (USA Swimming)
What Happened to Racing? (SwimSwam)
Athlete Nutrition and Hydration
Fueling an athlete so they get optimum nutrition during their training and recovery is a challenge. Below are links to some resources from USA Swimming and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee.
