There are a multitude of factors for swimmers to consider when they are racing. Whether it's getting a good dive into the pool, maximizing the available oxygen or perfecting a turn, it's a sport that ...

You may have seen some controversy regarding water depth in the Tollcross International Swimming Centre being used for competition at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. The pool has a movable floor that ...

PHOENIX, Arizona, October 9. THE Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is recommending a minimum pool depth of 6 feet 7 inches for conducting racing starts, a proposal that would affect future pool ...

Tim Johnson has coached swimming for about 40 years, but he’s especially excited for the start of the next season, which starts Aug. 13. The swim meets soon will be returning to the East pool after a ...

NPR is in Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. For more of our coverage from the games head to our latest updates. Swimming is producing electric moments at the Paris Olympics. But the races aren’t ...