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Enjoy the health benefits of pumpkins just like our forefathers before us. Native American Indians used pumpkin as a healthy staple in their diets for centuries before the pilgrims landed. Pumpkins continued to be an important crop for the pilgrims because they stored well and provided a nutritious food source […]

Fit to Swim: Pumpkin is a Healthy Treat

16 Oct, 2016 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Health / Nutrition by OMS Webmaster

Fitness Chairperson OMS is looking for a Fitness Chairperson. It is a Board position. If you would like to be on the OMS Board and write a Fitness article 10 times per year, this job is for you. Responsibilities of the Fitness Chairperson are to: Inform OMS members about fitness […]

Fit to Swim: New Fitness Chairperson needed!

21 Sep, 2016 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness by Alice Zabudsky

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

Off the Block: The End of Heart Disease

20 Apr, 2016 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness / Health by OMS Webmaster

With the first long course meter (LCM) meet of the season behind us, it’s time to check-in on our preparations for the National Championships in August at the Mt. Hood Aquatic Center. While there were lots of great swims and performances this past weekend at the Association Championships there is […]

Fit to Swim: National Prep Check-in

20 Apr, 2016 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness 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

We made it through another great year and 2016 is here. I promised that we would check in throughout the year, attempting to stay on track for Summer Nationals in August; this should be on everyone’s radar since your Oregon LMSC is hosting the meet at the Mt Hood Aquatic […]

Goals for 2016

23 Dec, 2015 in Aqua Master Online / Coaching / Fitness / Motivation by Aubree Gustafson

The holidays are quickly approaching and you plan to stay on track and eat healthy throughout the season. Limiting portion sizes, avoiding over-indulging and continuing your established workout regimen are the key to maintaining your fitness level during this part of the year. With all the additional cooking and baking, […]

Nutrition Labels – Fit to Swim

27 Oct, 2015 in Aqua Master Online / Fitness by Alice Zabudsky

Swimming for Life