Beaches across America are posting signs stating “swim at your own risk,” due to a lifeguard shortage. From Maine to Colorado, it’s getting harder to find qualified lifeguards. Additionally, there are not enough applicants. “There are likely between 30,000 and 50,000 lifeguards at beaches in the U.S. and more are needed,” said Tom Gill, a […]
One of America’s health epidemics is childhood obesity. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has found the rate of obesity has quadrupled in adolescents and doubled in children in the last 30 years. Childhood obesity is potentially life-altering. Over 12 million overweight children mean one-third of America’s youth is at risk of type 2 diabetes, […]
Have you ever tried to hear underwater? It’s not easy. Rarely can you make out what the other person is saying, let alone which direction the sound is coming from! The Facts Let’s talk about the differences in hearing. When you’re underwater, things change quite a bit. Sound travels in waves. It goes through the […]
Three years into the Texas secession from Mexico, the Republic’s leaders sought a new town to be the seat of government for the United States. Mirabeau B. Lamar, the 2nd President of Texas, loved Barton Springs. The green space’s cold water creek ran through the small frontier town of Waterloo. Surrounded by lush greenery, this […]
A trip to the beach is a great way to swim your stress away! If you live in or take a trip to San Diego, be sure to pack your towels, umbrellas and picnic baskets! The city has its fair share of beaches! California’s Pacific Coast boasts some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Here […]
Swimming certainly builds up an appetite, which means a post-swim meal should be in order! Stopping for fast food after a swim meet can be tempting. However, a nutritious meal after any workout can help us recharge. As an intensive exercise that incorporates endurance and sprint training, swimming can quickly deplete our body’s energy. Compared […]
Diving into the pool is the most refreshing way to cool off on a hot summer day! Diving is an exercise that has many benefits including exercise, exhilaration and fun. Practicing safe diving prevents the risk of serious injury. The Risks of Improper Diving Diving without using the proper technique has the potential to […]
As the saying goes, everything is bigger in Texas! From trucks to cowboy hats, Texans love to make an impression. If you love living large, you will most definitely love basking in some of these amazing pools. Remember the bigger pool, the bigger the price tag. Despite how expensive these homes are, we can still […]
As we get older, we begin to lose some of the spring in our step. Our strides are shorter. Our vision begins to blur and it’s harder to balance. Those are some of the factors that make senior living more difficult and cause fall injuries. Because of the high risk, many seniors choose to stay […]
