McKenna Ehrmantraut - (Author)

Ali Truwit: Triumph Over Adversity and the Quest for Paralympic Glory Just after graduating from Yale University, Ali Truwit was the victim of a shark attack while on vacation in Turks & Caicos. Doctors and a teammate rushed to save her life and while she lost her foot and part of her leg, she has p...

Swimmers' Path to Personal Wellness with 21 Body Care Strategies Swimming is a sport that demands dedication from its athletes. It's not uncommon for swimmers to wake up before dawn and jump into a cold pool as part of their daily routine. Weekends are often spent at competitions, where athletes pus...

Fun and Effective Kickboard Exercises to Enhance your Swimming Kickboard exercises are a fun way to improve your swimming skills, as well as your strength and endurance in the water as a whole. At first glance, swimmers may get the impression that the only way to use kickboards is for traditional ki...

As a swimmer, you know there is something special about swimming that sets it apart from other sports. It is not just about moving through the water or winning medals but about the connection you create with the pool and the unique relationship you develop with the water. But have you ever stopped t...

The SwimLight: How Superstitions Guide the Actions of Several Elite Swimmers In the world of competitive swimming, swimmers navigate the waters of the pool and a sea of superstitions, seeking that specific advantage that may tip the scales in their favor. Uncover the superstitions from former Swim L...

Akron Zips Clinch Their Third Straight Title at the 2024 MAC Women's Championships The 2024 MAC Women's Championships at the Ohio Aquatic Center in Athens, OH, concluded with the Akron Zips winning their third straight team title, a testament to their dominance in the conference. This year's event f...

Princeton Surges to Ivy League Women's Title; Penn's Anna Kalandadze Highlights Distance Events The 2024 Women's Ivy League Swimming Championships, held at the Katherine Moran Coleman Aquatics Center in Providence, Rhode Island, showcased a series of record-breaking performances and intense competit...

Friday FunDay: 5 Unique Swimming Relays to Make Practice Fun Are you tired of the endless back and forth of swimming during practice? Craving the thrill of competition that's more about teamwork than swimming the fastest time? Luckily, you can dive into the exciting world of fun swimming relays! For...

The SwimLight: Getting to Know Chris Guiliano Chris Guiliano, a junior from Notre Dame, has recently made a name for himself in the world of competitive swimming. As a qualifier and medalist on Team USA's Worlds squad this past summer, he has proven to be a formidable presence in the pool. His accom...

The Ripple Effect: How Team Dynamics Power Swimmer Success Swimming may seem like an individual sport. However, beneath the surface, every champion's journey is fueled by personal drive, relentless training, and the unseen effects of a strong team dynamic. A swimmer's success is closely linked to te...

The SwimLight: Getting to Know Torri Huske Olympic swimmer Torri Huske has a long list of achievements that make her an established name in the sport of swimming. Huske has had an immense impact on the Stanford University program, thanks to her tremendous talent. Her excellence, too, has been displa...

The Pros and Cons of High School Swimming Swimmer will gain fresh perspectives and skills if they have the opportunity to swim in high school. When entering high school, a swimmer can continue to swim with their club program, even though high school swimming offers its own set of benefits. There is ...

15 Halloween Costume Ideas for Swimmers Halloween is a time of year when we can all let our imaginations run wild and embrace our inner creativity. For swimmers, there's no better way to combine a passion for the water with the spirit of the season than by choosing a swimming-themed Halloween costum...

The SwimLight - Getting to Know Destin Lasco  In the realm of collegiate swimming, Destin Lasco is a captivating presence known for consistently delivering exceptional performances, especially in the backstroke and freestyle events. His contributions were instrumental in Cal’s triumph at the NCAA Ch...

A Day in the Life of a Swimmer: Just Keep Grinding Your alarm goes off at 5 o'clock in the morning, yelling at you to get up and get ready for practice at 5:45 a.m. Come on, let’s get up and go! The thought of staying in bed for a bit longer is tempting, but you know you must wake up and prepare for...

10 Things To Know When Swimming Outside  Some schools in warm-weather regions still have the luxury of training outside at this time of the year. Others will yearn for the chance to again train outdoors. Whatever your situation, here's a few things to keep in mind. When it comes to swimming, most of...

As a senior superstar for the University of Louisville, Gabi Albiero is a thrilling presence in college swimming. She stands out as an exciting athlete to watch because of her consistently outstanding swimming. Albiero excels in the fast-paced sprint freestyle and butterfly events, and was a huge co...

The Thrill of Relays: Exploring the Enjoyment of Racing with Teammates Picture this: You step onto the blocks to be the anchor leg of a relay. Your teammates are cheering. Your coach is cheering. The spectators are cheering. You feel the adrenaline pumping in your veins, and the only thing on your m...

Wellness Wednesday: The Importance of Taking a Break for Physical and Mental Well-being With the conclusion of the electrifying World Championships not too long ago, most swimmers who competed are taking a well-deserved break from the sport after pushing their bodies to their limits. Taking time awa...

NEW FEATURE!!! The SwimLight - Getting to Know Grant House (Video) In the realm of competitive swimming, Grant House was a dominant force and standout athlete on the Arizona State University men's swim team. With numerous individual and relay event wins in the Pac-12 Championships, international rep...