Boston College’s inaugural ‘Swim Across America’ makes waves to fight cancer
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A Day In The Life Of An Olympic Swimmer | Global Triathlon Network
Ever wondered what it really takes to train like an Olympic swimmer?
We joined Tokyo Olympian and Commonwealth Gold Medalist Jacob Peters for a training session to find out whether triathletes or pro swimmers actually train harder.
Plus, we dive into the science behind velocity-based gym training, and explore the differences in training approaches between short-distance swimmers and endurance athletes.
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Winter Swim in Malta: Exploring the Island’s Most Beautiful Beaches | Love Malta
Discover what it’s like to go for a winter swim in Malta as we explore some of the most beautiful beaches across the Maltese Islands. In this video, we visit stunning coastal spots including Golden Bay, Għajn Tuffieħa, Mellieha Bay (Ghadira Bay) and Wied Babu Cove to experience Malta’s crystal-clear waters and dramatic scenery during the quieter winter season.
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Top Wild Swim Spots in Scotland | Jules and Greg’s Wild Swim | BBC Scotland
Some of Scotland’s loveliest wild swim spots – courtesy of Jules and Greg!
From a tombolo in a breathtaking spot in Shetland, to the fairy pools on Skye, there’s something to suit all swimmers.
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Epstein’s Island Was So Horrific, One Victim Tried to Swim Away | CNN
For guests, Epstein’s island was a Caribbean dream; for victims, a nightmare with no escape. CNN’s Kyung Lah reports on what files released by the Department of Justice reveal.
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Chicago River Swim Set to Return After Historic First Year | NBC Chicago
A year after history was made with an epic swim event in the Chicago River, dozens of swimmers will once again jump into the water later this year, as Vi Nguyen reports.
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Popular Food Influencer and Family Killed Trying to Rescue Drowning Woman | Men’s Journal
Ben Wood, an American food and craft beer influencer living in Chile, his partner, and his visiting father were all killed this week while attempting to rescue a woman who appeared to be drowning.
Wood, his partner Maria Jose “Pepa” Duarte, his father Norman Wood, and Patricia del Pilar Bello Labe—a 26-year-old woman struggling to swim off the coast of Algarrobo, Chile—all died Monday in the tragic event. The woman’s partner, Felipe Hernández Bustos—who also jumped into the water to try and save her—was the only survivor.
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North Tonawanda Swimmer Returning to School After Liver Transplant | WGRZ-TV
North Tonawanda swimmer returning to school after liver transplant
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Enhanced Games: A Sporting Revolution or Dangerous Doping? | Full Documentary | BBC Sport
The Enhanced Games is one of sport’s most controversial concepts. A multi-sport event where athletes, under medical supervision, are allowed to take performance enhancing drugs. The aim is to break world records in swimming, sprinting and weightlifting events for a total prize of 25 million dollars. There has been widespread criticism from sporting authorities and anti-doping bodies to the Games.