First, the fact that you’re submerged in water means your bones and muscles are somewhat unshackled from the constraints of gravity, says Hirofumi Tanaka, a professor of kinesiology and director of ...

Why this full-body water routine is becoming America’s favorite way to build strength, boost cardio, and protect your joints.

Luckily, if you are looking to lose weight with a simple and sustainable exercise, we have good news for you. Swimming might be low-impact, but it burns calories and delivers a full-body workout. "A ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Olympic swimmers who challenged the sport’s governing body in a U.S. court are set to get a multi-million dollar settlement for athletes who took part in a breakaway ...

Engaging in fitness activities that are enjoyable can increase the liklihood that a person will remain committed to routine exercise. In addition to being fun, swimming is an exercise that benefits ...

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LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Swimmers and officials who compete in and support a doping-fueled sports event planned in Las Vegas will be banished from the sport, the governing body World Aquatics said ...

In all basic artistic swimming positions, the arm positions are optional for the swimming. Additionally, toes must be pointed and the legs, body and neck all must be fully extended unless otherwise ...

GENEVA — Chinese swimmers going to the Paris Olympics are undergoing increased drug testing of at least eight times this year before the Games, World Aquatics said on Monday. The Chinese swim team in ...