AspenDoesArtisticSwimming

 Artistic swimming is a sport that has been long associated with gender binary. In fact, most people believe that this sport is only for women. But the truth is that it is for everyone regardless of gender, age, or body type. Non-binary individuals are a growing group within this sport. However, there is a significant lack of representation and support for these athletes. The lack of representation of non-binary individuals within artistic swimming is not just a problem for the athletes, but it also affects the community as a whole. Representation matters, especially in sports. Athletes should not feel that their identity and sense of self are in conflict with their chosen sport. They should feel comfortable and confident in the community that they belong to. This sense of belonging fosters positive growth in the community, not only on a personal level but also for the overall growth of the sport. Moreover, when athletes feel seen and heard, they are more likely to pursue their dre...

 Are you looking to enhance your eggbeater and take your artistic swimming game to the next level? Well, you're in the right place! Today, we're going to go over some exercises that will help you improve your eggbeater and make you an unstoppable force in the pool. The eggbeater is one of the most important skills in artistic swimming. It's essential for performing lifts, staying afloat, and moving around in the water with grace and control. It's an impressive skill that requires a lot of core strength and endurance. Here are some exercises you can do to strengthen your eggbeater:  1. Practice balance: Start by standing on one foot and lifting the other knee to hip level. Then, raise your arms above your head and slowly bring them down to shoulder level while keeping your balance on the standing foot. Repeat on the other foot. This exercise will help improve your core strength, which is crucial for a strong eggbeater. 2. Build strength in your legs: To perform the eggbe...

 I am currently working on a project to get more people into sport starting with artistic swimming. I am going to make a colouring book to encourage people into the sport through being informed and therefore able to make informed decisions. Here is a colouring figure guide for those already in the sport as I have found figures are hard to remember. Let me know if it helps and what other figures you would like me to cover!  Loading...