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Jessica Pall

St. Petersburg Swimming Fitness Examiner

Jessica Pall graduated from Saint Leo University in April 2011, with a B.A. in English. She worked as the sports and online editor for her college newspaper, the Lions' Pride, where she frequently contributed articles pertaining to sports. A former DII college swimmer, currently, Jessica continues her swimming with training and competing in triathlons, open water races, and other various outdoor sporting events. Contact Jessica at pall.jessica@gmail.com-.

Master Swimming: USMS One Hour Postal National Championships

Master Swimmers are offered a great way to start off the new year by competing in the USMS nationally sanctioned event: 2012 USMS Speedo One Hour Postal National Championship this January. The objective of the race is to...

Steps to learning the freestyle flip turn

Once beginning swimmers are comfortable with the freestyle stroke, the next step is mastering flip turns.For beginning swimmers, they may seem challenging but with a little practice can become second nature while swimming.Flip turns are important to learn...

Planning a swim workout

For new swimmers, planning a swim workout may seem challenging; however, following a few guidelines will help one be able to plan a successful workout without much difficulty. The first step is to decide what focus the workout will...

Cross training: Tips for running success

Athletes, including swimmmers, should incorporate different excercise routines into their workout schedules to obtain muscle variance and cardio vascular fitness. Running is a popular cross training exercise for swimming as it is a good form of cardio that helps...

Two Easy Back Stroke Drills

The body experiences a whole new orientation when swimming backstroke— the stroke most similar to freestyle except swum on the back. Essentially, this is because backstrokers cannot see the bottom of the pool or the wall ahead of them...

Ten different abdominal exercises for swimmers

It is imperative for swimmers to develop a strong core as it inevitably will help them become a faster swimmer. Having the core of the body, the stomach and lower back, be strong will help one maintain a better swimming...

The direct relationship between hydration and athletic performance

Water is the most important nutrient for active people, according to fitness.gov, “Fast Facts about Sports Nutrition”; however, it is often one of the most overlooked key factors for a successful workout.Especially with all...

Exercising in heat: the swimming solution

Although currently in St. Petersburg, Fla. there is no excessive heat warning issued, this area experiences very hot weather for a good portion of the year. Staying true to its nickname, The Sunshine State, the ever present sun...

Local age group swimming clubs

There are four swim programs in St. Petersburg, Fla. for one's child or teen to join. From novice to Olympic Trial Qualifiers, these teams offer a place for every level of swimmer...

Child obesity: developing healthy habits at an early age through swimming

Out of the 50 States in America, Florida was named the 29th most obese state in the country, according the eight annual F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America's Future 2011, a report from the Trust for...

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