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Olympics Swimming

Swimming has been a sport at every Olympic games and has the most events of any Olympic sport. Well known Olympic swimmers include Michael Phelps, mark Spitz, Ian Thorpe and Dara Torres.

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Why is breathing important?

Well without breathing, we wouldn't be alive. We need oxygen for our cells to carry out cellular respiration, and we need to get rid of the carbon dioxide it produces. Some organisms can get on living without "breathing", but as organism with lungs, breathing is vital.

What is a lap in a rectangular pool?

A rectangular pool shape is longer than it is wide. A lap would be comprised of swimming the length of the pool.

What makes a swimming pool fast?

In swimming, the actions of the athletes creates waves and turbulence which can slow them down. A fast swimming pool, like the Water Cube at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, absorbs the turbulence to allow swimmers to swim at their fastest. The Water Cube is three feet deeper than many other competitive pools, allowing swimmers to still see the bottom without disorientation, and giving more volume to absorb waves. The pool also has ten lanes, rather than the standard eight, giving even more volume. The lane lines are also called wave eaters. I am not a physicist or a hydrologist but I do recall around the time Mark Spitz broke all his records and won his 7 medals the commentators talked about a new pool design that has been 'de rigueur,' perhaps before but certainly ever since, and that is to cut down on the wave action. But honestly I believe it has to do with the design of the lanes especially at the ends of the pool where the waves get buffered and absorbed. Keeping the wave harmonic distortion down keeps resistance down and therefore times improve because of fewer waves. That's it. Perhaps a physicist can better explain or even better a pool designer.

Why do swimmers rinse mouth with pool water?

As far as I know, no one gargles with pool water, or at least no one should. Gross.

World record time for ladies 100 meters breaststroke?

58,12 sec. is the current world record, held by Gemma Spofforth from Great Britain, at the World championship in Rome, Italy, 29 July 2009

What is the minimum amount of lanes in an olympic swimming pool?

FINA which is the world governing body for international swimming calls for a 50 Meter pool with 8 lanes. However movement is being created for having pools built with 10 lanes, with the outer 2 not being used for competition. (The waves created by swimmers bounces off the side walls and 'slows' down the swimmers in those lanes, thus an buffer is created by not using lanes 1 and 10 in competition). That said, if you are talking about size, Olympic generally refers to the length of the pool, not the number of lanes.

Were do i have to go to learn swimming in trinidad?

To learn swimming in Trinidad, you can consider local swimming pools such as the National Aquatic Centre in Tunapuna or community pools in various towns. Additionally, many private swimming schools and clubs offer lessons for all ages and skill levels. Check with local recreation centers or sports clubs for classes. It's advisable to look for certified instructors to ensure a safe and effective learning experience.

Why does the outside lanes of an Olympics have to be left empty?

so people don't run into each other and get hert.

the lanes are designed with lines to seperate one swimmer from the next but also to minimize the amount of drag or wake that a slower swimmer would endure from a neighboring lane

Where did missy Franklin go to college?

Missy Franklin attended the University of California, Berkeley. She swam for the California Golden Bears and had a successful collegiate career, which included winning multiple NCAA titles. After her freshman year, she decided to turn professional and forgo her remaining college eligibility to pursue her swimming career.

Who won the men's 400 Individual Medley (IM) swimming event at the 1976 Olympics?

Of the 13 men's swimming events at the 1976 Summer Games in Montreal, new world records were set in 12 of them:

100 meter freestyle, 200 meter freestyle, 400 meter freestyle, 1500 meter freestyle, 4x200 meter freestyle relay, 100 meter breaststroke, 200 meter breaststroke, 200 meter butterfly, 100 meter backstroke, 200 meter backstroke, 400 meter individual medley, 4x100 meter medley relay.

The only event where a world record was not set was the 100 meter butterfly.

Why it is difficult to swimming in eutrophic water?

Swimming in eutrophic water can be difficult due to the presence of excessive nutrients, leading to algal blooms that create murky and polluted conditions. These blooms can deplete oxygen levels, making the water less hospitable for both swimmers and aquatic life. Additionally, harmful algal species may produce toxins that pose health risks to humans and animals. The overall unpleasant and unsafe environment can deter swimming activities.

Won 4 swimming medals in 1964 olymipic?

Four swimmers won four medals at the 1964 Games in Tokyo:

1) Don Schollander of the United States won gold medals in men's 100 meter freestyle, 400 meter freestyle, 4x100 meter freestyle relay, and 4x200 meter freestyle relay.

2) Sharon Stouder of the United States won gold medals in women's 100 meter butterfly, 4x100 meter freestyle relay, and 4x100 meter medley relay and won a silver medal in 100 meter freestyle.

3) Kathy Ellis of the United States won gold medals in women's 4x100 meter freestyle relay, and 4x100 meter medley relay and won bronze medals in 100 meter freestyle and 100 meter butterfly.

4) Hans-Joachim Klein of Germany won silver medals in men's 4x100 meter freestyle relay, 4x200 meter freestyle relay, and 4x100 meter medley relay and won a bronze medal in 100 meter freestyle.

Where did special Olympics swimming take place in 1940?

The 1940 summer Olympics were originally given to Tokyo but since the WW II was already going on in Asia, the games were moved to Helsinki in 1938. A year later Winter War started when Finland was attacked by Soviet Union. After the three month war Finland was amazingly still independent and was still going to organize the 1940 games.

When did Walter lippmann win the gold olympic medal in Javelin?

He won it in 1918, shortly after rescuing a group of orphans from a burning building.

What events did Michael Phelps win his 8 gold medals in?

200m Freestyle

100m Butterfly

200m Butterfly

200m Individual Medley

400m Individual Medley

4 x 100m Freestyle Reley (First Leg)

4 x 200m Freestyle Relay (First Leg)

4 x 100m Medley Relay (Butterfly Leg/Third Leg)