Swimming

For Her Health Impressive! Meryl Streep Swam 1,600 Meters Daily at Age 67

The actress, now 76, swam a mile a day at the age of 67! Why swimming is especially effective as you age.

From Junior Rescuer to Gold German Lifesaving Badges and What You Need to Know

What Exercises Are Required for Bronze to Gold? All the Details on Training and Test Requirements for Lifeguards.

Truly Important Measures Children Often Drown Right in Front of Their Parents

Letting children learn to swim early protects them from drowning. But that's not enough on its own. What else parents should consider.

For Basic Fitness How Long Men and Women Should Be Able to Swim

Swimming is a popular sport. How long should men and women be able to swim to be considered fit? FITBOOK found out.

Video Shows It This Swimsuit Color Can Be Life-Threatening for Children

"Never buy a blue swimsuit for your children," warns a swimming instructor, showing the alarming reason in a video.

Painful and Unhealthy! Common Mistakes in Breaststroke and Freestyle Swimming

Swimming is easy on the joints and good for the back. However, when doing the breaststroke, it's important to avoid common mistakes—otherwise, you risk discomfort.

Former Swimming Pro Shares Trick to Prevent Goggles From Fogging

Former Professional Swimmer Reveals With This Simple Trick, Swim Goggles Won't Fog Up

Nothing is more annoying when swimming than fogged-up goggles. A former professional swimmer shares a trick to keep your goggles clear.

Dangers of Swimming: Children Play in the Water at a Lake's Shore

Sudden Depth Beware: The Dangers of Swimming in Summer!

In the summer, a dip in cool water can help beat the heat! But be cautious, as swimming in a quarry pond, river, or sea can pose dangers.

Everyday Question At what age should children ideally learn to swim?

Children Should Learn to Swim Early: Tips on Timing and Finding the Right Swim Class

Take the Leap Adults Can Learn to Swim Too–Here's How!

Swimming is the ideal sport—even if you didn't earn your "Seepferdchen" (a beginner swimming certificate in Germany) as a child! Adults can still learn to swim.

Swimming Special: Learn Backstroke With Toni Embacher

Ideal for Back Pain Learn Backstroke Swimming With the Cup Trick

Few sports are as gentle on the spine: A professional demonstrates step-by-step how to learn backstroke swimming—including the cup trick.

Swimming Special: Learn the Technique of the Flip Turn with Toni Embacher

Professional Swimmer Shows It Learn the Flip Turn in Freestyle in 4 Steps

Want to master an elegant turn while doing the crawl? Learn the flip turn technique with professional swimmer Toni Embacher. Enjoy!