These articles are very helpful tools for all parents. They are published by the American Swim Coaches Association.
News for Swim Parents
Parent & Coach...The Other Stuff
The Purpose of Travel Swim Meets for Swim Teams
The Ten Commandments for Parents of Athletic Children
Thoughts on Age Group Development
Everybody into the Pool The challenges and rewards of multiple swimmer families.
Extinguishing Burnout 10 steps to stay a happy swimmer.
The Ideal Swimming Parent Writen from the Coaches Viewpoint
Nutrition
One of the building blocks of quality training is good nutrition. The articles and tools in this section offer a variety of tips to help parents fuel their swimmers for training and competition.
Analyze Your Diet What are your nutrient needs and are you meeting them?
Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplements are everywhere. What does a parent need to know?
Eating Colorful Foods: Anti-Oxidants vs Free Radicals
How Much is Enough? A swimmer’s energy requirement depends on several variables.
Healthy Meals for Swimmers on the go
Timing is Everything When it comes to optimal nutrition, timing really is everything.
Fluids - Water vs Sports Drinks
