Why Swimmers (and Parents) Should Take a Break

Swimmers are prone to shoulder and lower back injuries. The body needs time to recover just like the brain does.

Summers seem busier and busier with more and more meets. That leads to the question of when do your kids take a break?

Many schools start in August, and the swim season ends at the same time, too. That doesn’t give kids time off between the big summer target meets and school.

Hopefully your kids have time off between school and the pool, but even if they don’t, the time off from swimming will make their first school days easier.

If your kids insist on training during their one or two weeks off recommended by their coach, try to have them stay away from the pool. Some swimmers may fear that taking time off will result in losing a feel for the water and getting out of shape. But a little time off may be more beneficial than staying in the pool.