First recorded competition occurred in Berlin in 1891. Katherine Curtis is widely credited as the true originator of synchronized swimming. Sport gained popularity through Hollywood films during WWII. First U.S. competition took place in 1939
Coach Roman Willets presents 100 Athlete Approved swimming workouts. Workouts range from 2,500 to 3,000 yards. Each workout rated on 1-5 pepper scale, with average 3.5-5.0
Stand with arms back, knees bent, legs tucked and waist forward. Straighten body until upside-down perpendicular to surface. Extend arms towards bottom and point toes. Repeat until reaching bottom or running out of breath
Keep body flat with hips slightly underwater and stomach level. Rotate hips and shoulders for momentum, head only when breathing. Alternate six kicks per arm cycle with minimal splash. Use core power instead of chest and shoulders
Always swim with a strong swimmer or lifeguard. Avoid swimming in moving water or during inclement weather. Stay within safe depth and avoid cold water. Never swim with alcohol before or during swimming
SUP involves standing on board and using paddle to maneuver water. Three main reasons to love SUP: socializing, exercise, outdoor time. Basic SUP can be learned in just a day or two