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Why More Yards Aren’t Always Better | Rethinking Training for Non-Distance Swimmers

October 1, 2025 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

For decades, the mantra in competitive swimming has been “more yards, more success.”But what if piling on endless yardage is actually holding back your sprinters and mid-distance swimmers? The Yardage Myth High-volume training was born … Read more

Enhance Your Swim Training with Superfeet Insoles”

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

Step Up Your Dryland | Superfeet Insoles Now 25% Off with Free Shipping! As swimmers, we often focus on our strokes, endurance, and technique. However, the foundation of our performance starts from the ground up—literally. … Read more

The Dangers of Overtraining and Undercoaching in Young Swimmers

May 8, 2025 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

As a chiropractor with over 24 years of experience specializing in treating professional athletes, as a USA Swimming Coach, and as a parent of a competitive swimmer, I have seen firsthand the detrimental effects of … Read more

Olympic Committee Adds 50s For LA 2028

April 9, 2025 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

FINALLY The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the inclusion of three new sprint events in swimming for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics: the 50-meter backstroke, 50-meter breaststroke, and 50-meter butterfly for both men and … Read more

Challenging the “Do What the Coach Says” Mindset in Swimming

March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

For decades, swimmers have been taught to follow one simple rule: do what the coach says. This directive, while rooted in tradition and respect, is starting to show its cracks in the modern era of … Read more

The Dangers of Denying Kids Restroom and Water Breaks During Swim Practice

March 18, 2025 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

Swimming is one of the most demanding sports, requiring discipline, endurance, and mental toughness. However, no amount of training should compromise basic health needs—especially when it comes to hydration and restroom breaks. Unfortunately, some coaches … Read more

What Does It Mean? | DFS vs NS

March 9, 2025 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

Understanding DFS vs. NS in Competitive Swimming Competitive swimming has a lot of rules, and knowing them can help swimmers, coaches, and parents avoid costly mistakes. Two important terms swimmers should be familiar with are … Read more

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