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History
fromMedievalists.net
6 days ago

Why Medieval Europeans Were Bad at Swimming - Medievalists.net

Medieval Europeans had limited recreational swimming; it was primarily viewed as a survival skill rather than a pastime.
#brooklyn
fromKqed
1 week ago

Beat the Heat at These Top 20 Swimming Spots in the Bay Area

Swimming in the Bay is generally safe and free, but remember, it’s busy with boats and has swift currents that can catch swimmers off guard.
San Francisco
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Former Swim Ireland national performance director accused of 'bullying' and 'weight-shaming' during previous role

In a recent BBC 'Panorama' episode, several swimmers claimed that Jon Rudd pressured them concerning their diets and body weights during his coaching tenure in England.
UK news
#high-school-sports
#inspiration
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
London politics

'Inspiring the country is what I am living by at the moment' - Daniel Wiffen aiming to break world record in Irish water

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
London politics

'Inspiring the country is what I am living by at the moment' - Daniel Wiffen aiming to break world record in Irish water

Paris food
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Paris to open up swimming in the Seine this summer, in Olympics legacy

Three swimming sites in the Seine will open in Paris starting July 5, providing free access for locals and tourists.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Want to swim but find it too much of a hassle? Me too but here's how I cracked it

I used to hate even the idea of running. But, in 2020, when gyms closed their doors, I downloaded the Couch to 5k app.
Bicycling
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Granada Hills sweeps boys and girls City Section swim championships

In one of the closest races of the day, Zheng held off a last-lap surge by Taft's David Abarbanel to clinch the Highlanders' 200 freestyle relay win by 65 hundredths of a second.
SF parents
#world-record
#hampstead-heath
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

East Bay teenager Maya Merhige withstood thousands of jellyfish stings during a 14-hour swim across the Cook Strait

Maya Merhige underwent her grueling 27-mile swim across Cook Strait, risking countless jellyfish stings to confront her fears and aim for achieving the Oceans Seven challenge.
OMG science
Exercise
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Swimming. Here's How.

Swimming can be adopted by adults, requiring no prior training and offering numerous health benefits.
Wearables
fromZDNET
1 month ago

I've never worn a pair of headphones quite like these - and they're a swimmer's delight

Zygo headset solves streaming audio challenges for swimmers via smartphone integration.
fromwww.thenorthernecho.co.uk
1 month ago

DIY SOS star issues health update after heart attack and open-heart surgery

I've been a bit quiet about my post op recovery, but I'm doing well and healing well, but I've struggled a bit mentally because I feel vulnerable.
Mental health
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

UVA swimmers tie record with fifth straight title

Virginia's Gretchen Walsh and Claire Curzan excelled in swimming championships, breaking NCAA records to lead the Cavaliers to their fifth consecutive title.
Golden State Warriors
#community
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Ex-Olympic swim champion Agnel to appear in French court for alleged rape

The swimmer is facing serious legal charges for alleged sexual offences against a minor, with a decision pending from the investigating judge.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

28 Products With Before And After Pics That Will Leave You *So* Shook, You'll Look Like The Mr. Krabs Meme

I saw the green disappearing before my eyes. My daughter's hair is back to its beautiful blonde silk, and I am SO grateful to have found this!
OMG science
#summer-mcintosh
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago

Summer McIntosh wins CP female athlete of year in overwhelming vote | CBC Sports

Summer McIntosh won the 2024 female athlete of the year award after making history at the Olympics, securing three gold medals.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto Raptors

Swim star Summer McIntosh nominated for Laureus Award in breakthrough category | CBC Sports

Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago

Summer McIntosh wins CP female athlete of year in overwhelming vote | CBC Sports

Summer McIntosh won the 2024 female athlete of the year award after making history at the Olympics, securing three gold medals.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto Raptors

Swim star Summer McIntosh nominated for Laureus Award in breakthrough category | CBC Sports

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago

Leisure centre's pool gets accessibility upgrade

The Poolpod is self-operated and is going to make such a difference to anyone who stopped swimming at the Brentwood Centre because they found using a pool ladder difficult or impossible.
Miscellaneous
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Judith Butler: Swimming is the closest thing I have to a religion'

The author reflects on their complex family dynamics and personal struggles, revealing insights into identity, relationships, and social contexts.
Wearables
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Finally, I found bone-conduction headphones that perfect for runners and swimmers alike

The Suunto Aqua Bone Conduction Headset is designed for swimmers but proves versatile for other activities like running, offering excellent durability and functionality.
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago

Rescue workers discover body off west coast believed to be of missing Cork woman

The body of a 45-year-old woman, missing from Cork, was discovered off Inisheer, leading to the halt of search efforts along the Clare coast.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Report Concludes China Broke Rules in Doping Case but Clears WADA

The final report, written by Swiss prosecutor Eric Cottier, effectively absolved WADA of wrongdoing in handling the Chinese case, despite criticisms and an unsettled notion of doping.
Left-wing politics
#summer-activities
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