How to Improve Water Drinking for Swimmers at School
How to Improve Water Drinking for Swimmers at School
By Jill Castle, MS, RDN
I am a coach for the developmental groups on our team. My swimmers are 6-11 years old. We talk constantly about not only bringing a water bottle to practice, but drinking it as well. My athletes understand the importance of staying hydrated. My problem is the schools. The school does not allow liquids of any type in class because of the new carpet. My swimmers tell me either water isn’t allowed in the classroom, or they have to keep it in their backpack. One swimmer told me that she is allowed to bring a water bottle, even encouraged by the school to bring one daily. It goes on a special table in the classroom, but the teacher won’t let them get out of their seats to take a drink. If it is really important to be drinking continually, how do you go about educating a school district about this?
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