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This just in, copied directly from an EMERGENCY RULE CHANGE alert from U.S. Masters Swimming...
Due to the change in Masters swimwear rules published by FINA January 16, 2010, and pursuant to Article 601.4.8, the USMS Rules Committee and the USMS Executive Committee have approved the following emergency changes to the USMS swimwear rules. These changes are effective immediately for short course meters and long course meters competition. The changes are effective June 1, 2010 for short course yards competition. Note that the new swimwear rules no longer allow modesty/privacy wear underneath the competition suit nor zippers or fasteners of any kind except for a waist tie on a brief or jammer. The new swimwear rules will not ...
Tags: Masters Swimmer, swimsuits, U.S. Masters Swimming, USMS
It's also about proper rest and recovery... right?
This photo was taken at the U.S. Masters Swimming Short Course Meters Championships in Walnut Creek this past fall. These properly rested swimmers, I believe, are from Tamalpais Aquatic Masters. (Note to self, next swim meet... take better notes!)
Tags: swimmers, U.S. Masters Swimming, Walnut Creek
Injuries and a heavy workload prevented me from competing in triathlons this past season. (Remember, I came to U.S. Masters swimming to feel more confident in the swim portion of triathlons.) This change of plans had me hanging out at the pool more than normal which allowed me to get to know some fun, interesting folks (is it me, or are swimmers a tad less competitive than triathletes?). They've inspired me to compete in a few swim meets - assuming my numerous injuries heal. I’m not giving up on triathlons, mind you, just thinking about getting out there and seeing what I can do competitively in the pool.
Our Tuolumne County Aquatics Masters ...
Tags: Pacific Masters, swim meet, U.S. Masters Swimming, Walnut Creek
U.S. Masters Swimming membership grew by 11% in 2009 and there has been a 7% growth in the number of registered USMS clubs. Accordingly, the organization "added three additional development coordinators to better serve current Masters programs as well as grow additional USMS programs." You can read the full article here.
Looks like we're catching on!
Tags: U.S. Masters Swimming, USMS
