Quite possibly. Dan McLaughlin, a photographer-turned-golfer, is making scientists around the world rethink what is possible in the field of play. A non-athlete, McLaughlin quit his job and is attempting to scientifically realize his dream of becoming a professional golfer in an innovative. In a relatively short amount of time and utilizing a
When you eat your favorite dish of your grandmother, chow down a barbeque meal prepared by your father, or devour your mother's mouth-watering pies, your taste buds are embossed in sensations that are indescribably familiar and satisfying. The effort, time and skills in preparing a delicious meal is not insubstantial. The Japanese, well-known for
Chris and Dan, fictional animated characters, provide their commentary and analysis of feeding among elite open water swimmers in a re-run from 2008: Copyright © 2008 - 2013 by World Open Water Swimming Association
Open Water Source sat down with Dr. Peter Attia to discuss current issues regarding nutrition that impact open water swimmers. This is the first of several segments Open Water Source is producing in the coming weeks to educated and inspire dialogue in the open water swimming community. Copyright © 2011 by Open Water Source
There are four primary steps of the feeding process during a professional marathon swim. These principles are applicable to any type of open water swim, channel crossing or solo marathon swim.
Whether you are hydrating before a 2K swim or re-fueling during an English Channel attempt, the importance of feeding during open water swims cannot be underestimated.
During the last stages of the 25K world championship race, we were impressed with the last feeding done by both Valerio Cleri and Alex Meyer. At the last feeding station - despite the the fact that the two men had been battling shoulder-to-shoulder for over 5 hours, they had the presence of mind to take the time to comfortably take a hydration break (about
Open Water Source has always advocated a standard four-step feeding process since the 1980's in order to feed quickly: 1. Seek and Spot 2. Reach and Roll 3. Gulp and Go 4. Toss and Turn 1. Seek and Spot - as the swimmer approaches the feeding pontoon or escort boat, they lift their head to spot their coach and seek out exactly where they must go,
