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Challenge Yourself with Nutrition This Summer The Internet is awash with challenges. From J.Lo and A-Rod’s 10-day “zero carbs” challenge (not dietitian-approved and not a good idea for active swimmers unless you are looking to bonk in the pool), to charity-inspired money raising challenges (like the ice bucket challenge to raise awareness for ALS). This summer, take the challenge fever in a positive direction and challenge yourself or your teammates to adopt healthy habits to enhance your swimming performance and set yourself up for good health in the years...
Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy The Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policy is required to be implemented by June 23rd. We are breaking the policy down into chunks to make implementing easier for teams. Go to www.usaswimming.org/maapp to find information about the travel requirements, and all the additional information. Additionally, make sure that all of your athletes that are 18+ complete the Athlete Protection Training by this same date. The training they have to take is the same that all other non-athlete members have to take and can be accessed at https://www.usaswimming.org/utility/landing-pages/safe-sport/apt. For questions...
CVST's Sky Steele Has Feature Story on News Channel 8 An abbreviated stroy will air on News Channel 8 today on the 5pm Newscast. Direct Link to this story on WFLA.com: https://www.wfla.com/sports/swimmer-with-down-syndrome-making-a-splash-at-carrollwood-country-club/2035467957
2019-2021 Athlete Committee Applications The Florida Swimming Athlete Committee (FLAC) has been quickly gaining national recognition, gaining commendations and recognition from numerous national Athlete leaders for our development, organization, and engagement. Now, FLAC is opening applications for six new individuals to join this front-runner committee in the Athlete Representative community. We are looking for motivated, high-caliber individuals to join us in promoting athlete representation and engagement in this LSC and beyond. While the position is thorough and engaging, it is also an exciting opportunity for our athletes to involve themselves...
Clean Sport - United States Anti- Doping Agency (USADA) Supplements: Supplement FAQ: Are herbal supplements safe? Find out: Don't forget to check out our Supplement Guide, which gives great info on the risks of dietary supplements and a foodfirst approach! Resources: Clomiphene is prohibited at all times under the WADA Prohibited List. Learn more about the substance and the health risks associated with it. Sample collection & analysis process: Sample Collection- Sample Transportation- Sample Inspection -Sample Analysis -Sample Results. Read more on the journey your sample takes.
CVST Summer Practice Schedule Begins Tuesday, June 4th The CVST Summer Practice Schedule will begin on Tuesday, June 4th. Please be aware that there will be no practices for the Bronze, Silver and Gold Groups on Monday, June 3rd, following the Tampa Bay Swim Classic. Senior 1 & 2 Groups will have afternoon practices only, with the Senior 1 Group swimming from 4:00-6:00pm and the Senior 2 Groups swimming from 4:30-6:00pm. Please note that if you plan on attending any Summer School Group practices due to Summer School, Camps, or other reasons,...
Past 5 Months of CVST Swimmer of the Month Winners Finally Released December 2018 - Brady Santo - The Carrollwood Village Swim Team has named Brady Santo as the December Swimmer of the Month. At Florida Swimming Harry Meisel “B” Championships West, the nine-year-old Silver Practice group member tied for the team lead with Kaitlyn Coles with six personal best times. Brady swam to best times in the 50 free, 200 free, 50 Breast, 50 Fly and 100-yard Individual Medley for a total time dropped of 26.7 seconds. Brady improved...
Summer FLAGS Moving to Orlando Subject: Change in Venue for Summer 2019 FLAGS Due to the expected hot water temperature at the NTC Aquatic Center - Summer FLAGS has been moved to YMCA Rosen Aquatic Center. More details to follow. Ira Klein General Chair, Florida Swimming
