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Articles and Videos for Better Swimming

Explore practical resources covering nutrition, hydration, training, performance, and lessons from some of Canada’s most memorable Olympic swimmers.

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Athlete Nutrition

Nutrition Guidance by Jill Castle

Practical nutrition information for families supporting the health, growth, and performance of young athletes.

Hydration

Hydration 101

Review the fundamentals of staying hydrated before, during, and after practices, meets, and dry-land training.

Swimming History

Memorable Olympic Performances

Watch landmark races featuring Canadian champions and some of the most exciting finishes in Olympic swimming history.

Los Angeles 1984

Victor Davis — 200 Metre Breaststroke

Watch Canadian swimming legend Victor Davis race to Olympic gold in the men’s 200 metre breaststroke.

Barcelona 1992

Mark Tewksbury — 100 Metre Backstroke

Relive Mark Tewksbury’s gold-medal performance in the men’s 100 metre backstroke at the Barcelona Olympic Games.

Beijing 2008

Michael Phelps — 100 Metre Butterfly Final

Watch one of the closest and most dramatic finishes from Michael Phelps’ historic Olympic campaign in Beijing.