General Informations
For all the parents here is useful links in regarding parenting swimmers, and specific nutrition for swimming training and competition.
Swimming World Magazine re-published an article Swimming Parents: 10 ways They Can Help Out Coaches, by famouse Coach Mentor Wayne Goldsmith. this article originally ran a few years ago, but the heart of the piece remains true and unchanged. Take a few minutes to read the insights below and reflect on what the author is saying. It could be helpful in generating harmony between key parties in a swimmer’s life.
Swimming for Parents This is the book written by Mr. Gary Barclay, Director of Swimming Australia Performance Pathway. it provides valuable information for all the parents of Club, District, State and National level swimmers.
Nutrition For Swimming: This is another book also written by Mr. Barclay co-authored with Swimming Nutritionist Megan McDonald. This eBook provides easy-to-understand, step-by-step guideline to assists patents to why certain foods need to be included in the family diet for their junior and age group swimmers
The Swimming World Magazine published an new article in April 2022: The Big Deal About a Swimmer's Nutrition: What to Know
The SDA Sport Dietitions Australia has provided the factsheet about Food for Your Sport - Swimming
Here is the presentation by Dr. Kelly Lambert, about Swimming and Nutrition . This presentation has been used by swimming clubs as general guideline for years.