Category Archives: December 2008

Repositioning Aquatic Employment

Posted on December 5, 2008

In recent years many municipal, non-profit and private agencies have expanded their aquatic offerings while at the same time a large portion of youths that has traditionally sought aquatic-related part-time jobs have pursued other opportunities. In many metropolitan areas, the … Continue reading →

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Fast Pools and LZR Suits

Posted on December 5, 2008

If your facility hosts a competitive swimming program–or even if it has a pool–conversations since August have likely centered on Michael Phelps, the U.S.Olympic swim team and their record-shattering results. Phelps won eight gold medals–an unprecedented accomplishment for any athlete … Continue reading →

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Be Sure To Eat Your Greens

Posted on December 1, 2008

Sometimes, when I ask people, “How are you?” they answer, “It’s Monday!” I interpret that to mean the week is beginning and the weekend is far away, so they can only be so happy. At mid-week, there is a lilt … Continue reading →

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