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Learn from the collective advice of other swimmers, swim parents, and swim coaches.  Here you will find answers to your questions about the world of competitive swimming and age group swimming.  New swim parents can find answers to your most basic questions including swim meet preparation, basic swimming knowledge, nutrition topics, and more.  Every topic covered is based on a real-life scenario or actual question from someone in the swimming community.  Check back often for answers to your swimming-related questions.

Will My Asthma Inhaler Keep Me From Swimming In High Level Meets?

May 29, 2024 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

Many swimmers suffer from some level of breathing difficulties at some point. For some, regular use of an inhaler is a daily reality. But what happens when your swimmer starts swimming in higher-level meets, where … Read more

What Is The Temperature Of A Competition Pool?

June 7, 2024May 28, 2024 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

According to World Aquatics, the international governing body for competitive swimming formerly known as FINA, the temperature of Olympic swimming pools must be between 25 and 28°C (or 77°F and 82.4°F). This is the standard used … Read more

What does your swimmer wear on their feet in the winter?

April 29, 2023December 11, 2022 by Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, II

After browsing the internet, asking seasoned parents, and looking at social media forums, it seems the resounding answer to this question is a Classic Lined Croc. Many of the swimmers love that they are easy … Read more

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