{"id":348364,"date":"2025-04-14T00:02:58","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T07:02:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/?p=348364"},"modified":"2025-04-14T06:48:52","modified_gmt":"2025-04-14T13:48:52","slug":"be-proud-of-your-build","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swimmingworldmagazine.com\/news\/be-proud-of-your-build\/","title":{"rendered":"Be Proud of Your Swimmer’s Build!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Be Proud of Your Build<\/strong><\/p>\n

By Maggie Lasto, Swimming World College Intern.<\/em><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a female swimmer, chances are you aren\u2019t as lean as Kendall Jenner or as short as Ariana Grande. In fact, you probably don\u2019t look like most girls who come across your Instagram feed or your TV screen. It\u2019s hard for you to go shopping, because clothes rarely fit right. You\u2019re always getting your pants hemmed because while your thighs are too large, your waist is too tiny and your shirts don\u2019t fit right because either your back is too wide or your arms are too toned. So many young swimmers grow up dealing with these frustrations, but there are also many reasons why they should be proud of their \u201cswimmer\u2019s body.\u201d Here are seven reasons why you should be proud of your build.<\/p>\n

1. No body looks the same<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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Photo Courtesy: Mike Krajewski<\/p><\/div>\n
One thing you come to realize as a swimmer is that your body is built differently than other athletes. Maybe it\u2019s your characteristically broad shoulders, your V-shaped torso, or your large thighs that allow you to constantly be identified as one. However, while swimmers may have a unique body type and can be picked out of a lineup among other athletes, every swimmer\u2019s body is built completely differently.<\/p>\n
You may notice a butterflyer by their cut abs, a breaststroker by their powerful thighs, or a freestyler by their exceptionally toned arms. Since each stroke emphasizes the use of certain muscle groups over others, specialization in a specific stroke will begin to shape the body in a different way. You can take a look at the different muscles activated in each stroke\u00a0here.<\/a> The repeated emphasis on some muscle groups but not others is often what creates each swimmer\u2019s unique build.<\/p>\n
However, it is unrealistic to assume that every butterflyer would look like Michael Phelps<\/strong> and every breaststroker like Lilly King<\/strong>. Our bodies are constantly changing and are impacted in all sorts of ways. Height, food consumption and genetics are just a few variables that have major impacts on our bodies. It is important to realize that no body looks the same, no matter if you\u2019re a swimmer or not.<\/p>\n
2. Others wish they had it<\/strong><\/h1>\n $\"back-muscles-hard-work\"$
Photo Courtesy: Instagram, @tyrsport<\/p><\/div>\n
One of the reasons why swimmers are identified so easily is because people are envious of them. Their ripped muscles and toned physique are something many people strive for. Swimmers even have the terms \u201cswimmer\u2019s shoulders\u201d and \u201cswimmer\u2019s body\u201d coined after them because their distinct look is something many find attractive.<\/p>\n
3. It shows dedication<\/strong><\/h1>\n $\"melanie-wright-2015$
Photo Courtesy: Swimming Australia<\/p><\/div>\n
The reason your body looks the way it does is because you\u2019ve worked hard for it. All the hours spent training in the water and the weight room – all the sweat and tears you\u2019ve lost – have a purpose. Others aren\u2019t willing to dedicate so much of their lives to making themselves stronger. Your body is a representation of your dedication. Be proud of that. Working hard isn\u2019t easy.<\/p>\n
4. It\u2019s healthy<\/strong><\/h1>\n $\"health\"$
Photo Courtesy: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n
Swimmers are among the healthiest people out there. Swimming is known as one of best forms of exercise, because it works the entire body inside and out while putting less stress on the joints. Checking heart rates and working to strengthen lung capacities are two key components at swim practice. Swimmers are proof that you can push your body past its expected limits. Here are 12 reasons<\/a> why engaging in the act of swimming is beneficial to the body.<\/p>\n
5. You can eat a ton<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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No one can eat more than a swimmer. The amount of calories they burn requires them to eat a lot in order to replenish and refuel their bodies. The average Olympic swimmer burns between 3,000 to 10,000 calories a day. Phelps and Ryan Lochte<\/strong> were reported to consume between 7,000 to 8,000 calories a day, which is more than three times the average man\u2019s diet. Other than swimmers, who else do you know who can eat three breakfasts and still be hungry?<\/p>\n
6. Strong is beautiful
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Strong is beautiful. There is something special about being able to squat or bench a certain weight. Being strong on the outside translates to strength on the inside and is something to be proud of. The U.S. Women\u2019s swim team is known for supporting each other and body image in the swimming community.<\/p>\n
7. Size doesn\u2019t matter<\/strong><\/h1>\n
Studies show that 51.7% of female collegiate swimmers feel weight pressure within the swimming community. However, swimming is a unique sport in which size doesn\u2019t make or break you. In the 2016 Olympic games in Rio, the shortest female to make the finals was only 5\u20191.5\u201d, while the average female finalist height was 5\u20199.1\u201d. Being tall may have its advantages, but it also has its downfalls. In USA Today, Missy Franklin<\/strong> recalls struggles she faced at catholic school while trying to find clothes that fell an inch above her knee. Her teachers would say, “Missy, it needs to be longer.” Franklin would be so frustrated and say,”You guys don\u2019t understand.\u201d Eventually she realized\u00a0that her long legs had an advantage when her mom said, “Missy, you wouldn\u2019t be able to do this without your body. Love it and appreciate it; you\u2019re exactly the way you\u2019re supposed to be.\u201d<\/p>\n
When it comes to swimming, your body is your best tool. No matter what it looks like, it will help you succeed. Try not to compare yourself to others, because you are built exactly right for you. Keep working to get stronger and be proud of your swimmer’s body.<\/p>\n
All commentaries are the opinion of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Swimming World Magazine nor its staff.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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