Motivation

Colette Crabbe - 1976 Olympian in the 400IM and 200 breast — It is the end of summer. It is time to reset your mind and your attitude to keep working on what should be your ultimate goal: to be fit and healthy. It is not a secret that health related diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disorders and various forms of […]

The Five Secrets of Steady Exercisers

15 Aug, 2017 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Motivation by Colette Crabbe

Summer time can be the best but also the worst time to try to maintain a somewhat even consistency in your exercise routine. Kids are out of school, vacation plans and road trips are booked, visitors are dropping in. It seems that a two months sabbatical is required but it […]

On a road trip, how to have a meaningful workout ...

18 Jul, 2017 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Motivation by Colette Crabbe

So you are taking a year every year? Well, everybody does and the process of aging is well known, thoroughly studied by the medical field and is something you cannot deny. I am sure you all have heard that expression, “It is not fun to get old!!” Indeed, it is […]

Swimming and the Aging Process

15 Jun, 2017 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Health / Motivation by Colette Crabbe

I have found that Spring is one of the best times to launch into a new fitness routine. Days are longer, flowers start blooming and in between the rain, the sun tries to peek in. We all itch to go outside and enjoy nature. Hopefully, you now have designed your […]

Spring is Here, Time for “Spring Cleaning” Fitness Challenge

14 Apr, 2017 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Health / Motivation / Nutrition by Colette Crabbe

The Magic of Water

19 Mar, 2017 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Motivation by Colette Crabbe

My name is Colette Crabbe and I am your new Fitness Chair. My background is in pool swimming. I consider myself an individual medley swimmer, which really means I am constantly working on my technique in all four strokes. I am also getting older so I am definitively starting to […]

Resolutions, Resolutions, Goals

20 Feb, 2017 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Motivation by Colette Crabbe

Moving On… To the volunteers who worked tirelessly to ensure our National Championship Meet was a success, and to the swimmers young and old who continue to motivate and inspire their family, friends and each other, Thank You for continuing to prove that we are all Fit to Swim. After […]

Fit to Swim: Moving On…

25 Aug, 2016 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Motivation by Aubree Gustafson

As I type, USMS LCM Nationals is only 37 days away, and counting. Any National event is a great chance to see lots of fast swims from swimmers of all ages, make new friends and reconnect with people you haven’t seen lately, as well as an opportunity to learn from […]

Fit to Swim: National Meet Success

26 Jul, 2016 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Motivation / Training by Aubree Gustafson

As athletes, we are very focused on keeping our bodies healthy. Working out, eating a balanced diet and getting enough sleep become part of our daily routines. You may not know it, but maintaining physical fitness is also important for keeping your brain healthy. Physical exercise helps improve cognitive function […]

Fit to Swim – Brain Candy

25 Feb, 2016 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Mental Training / Motivation / Training by Aubree Gustafson

Swimming for Life