Athlete Resources
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.
Nutrition
Hydration
Performance
Nutrition and Wellness
Eat Well to Help Reduce Your Risk of Colds
Learn how balanced food choices can support overall health, recovery, and the immune system during demanding training periods.
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
Watch Canadian swimming legend Victor Davis race to Olympic gold in the men’s 200 metre breaststroke.
Barcelona 1992
Relive Mark Tewksbury’s gold-medal performance in the men’s 100 metre backstroke at the Barcelona Olympic Games.
Beijing 2008
Watch one of the closest and most dramatic finishes from Michael Phelps’ historic Olympic campaign in Beijing.