August edition includes:
- Arena Partnership
- New Team Store
- Upcoming Dates and Events
- How to become a better swimmer outside of swimming
You can always find more information on our website at
Ozarkswim.teampages.com
or stay connected by following us on Facebook and Instagram.
|
|
Our transition to USA swimming means a lot of fun and exciting things in the near future. We not only plan to offer athletes a high level of competition, but also a better experience as well. The Tiger Sharks will be partnering with Arena swimming to provide members of our club top of the line suits, equipment, and apparel.
|
|
|
Arena makes some of the most advanced suits and gear in the world. Their tech suits are worn by elite swimmers all over the world.
By partnering with Arena, we are able to get top of the line suits and team gear at very similar prices to other brands.
What this means for you:
- Discounted team suits/gear through our new starting block team store.
- Bulk team order to receive even better discount!
- During Championship season discounts on Arena tech suits
- Customized team caps, bags, and warm ups
- One stop shop for all suits, apparel, and practice equipment!
- Possible travel aid for larger meets (sectionals, futures, nationals)
|
|
|
|
Tech suits are high-performance suits which have gained a great deal of momentum in recent years. Technology is helping swimmers swim faster and faster as they reduce more and more drag in the water. Does your swimmer need a tech suit? NOPE! They do not, but as they get older and/or faster, they may want one. Generally they are used for finals or championship races. Tech suits can be purchased through our Arena dealer. Speak with Coach Tahyani or Dylan for more details.
|
|
Starting Block Team Store
|
|
A new season and more competition means we are going to sport some fresh team gear! We will be moving our team store to work with Starting Block and Swim Quik. Occasionally there will be "Team Sales" in which we will get an even bigger discount as a team. We will kick off the start of our first USA season with one of these team sales. Once the store is officially open, there will be an announcement posted to the website and Facebook with instructions on ordering. The team sale will only last for a few weeks. It will close September 8th so that we receive our gear just prior to our first USA competition at Drury.
We know that there are a lot of fees and expenses this time of year, not only with our move to USA swimming, but also a new school year beginning. To help with that, below is a list of the items that we think are most important.
- Team Arena suit - required for meets
- New team swim cap - required for meets
- Team Backpack
- Arena team warm up
Even just the items listed add up quickly when you consider everything this time of year. To help out even more, for those that purchase a custom swim cap, team backpack, and warm up, I will provide your new team suit for you (Only during this first team sale). We have the new team suits available at the OC front desk to try on, and also samples of adult sized warm ups (youth sizes in soon)! These Arena suits are a much better quality racing suit than we have used in the past, and with proper use/care should last very well.
For those that purchase all those items and get their free team suit, we are also going to be giving away ONE (1) Arena tech suit! Click the pictures below to see details on the different tech suit options. Winner gets to pick the color that they want!
To receive your free team suit and entry for the tech suit: purchase warm up top, bottom, team custom cap, and backpack. Then EMAIL your receipt to Dylant@ozarkmissouri.com with your suit size. Make sure you have the correct suit size! Set up a time with Coach Tahyani or Dylan to have a try on scheduled if you are unsure.
|
|
Upcoming Dates and Events
|
|
September
- Fall 2018 team store sale - Through Sept 8th
- Practices begin - September 1st
- New parent information meeting - September 4th @ 4:45 pm
October
- SPA Halloween Classic (First USA meet!)- Oct 5th-7
- Parent's Meeting - What is dry land? - Oct 13th @ 9 am
- Stephanie Wilson Memorial (Webb City) - Oct 20th
|
|
5 Ways to Become a Better Swimmer That Don’t Involve Swimming
|
|
While is true that the best way to become better at an activity is to spend time actually doing it; in some cases, swimming more does not always translate to an increase in performance. What many swimmers fail to focus on are the things that can be done outside the pool that can lead to significant increases in performance, well-being and happiness.
The following activities focus on what you can work on outside of the pool when you are not swimming that will make you a stronger swimmer!
|
|
|
|
Developing a strong core (abs, back, hips, glutes) will allow you to maintain proper posture and balance in the water. If you increase your core’s stability, it will keep your body’s resistance at a minimum while keeping a higher body position. A solid bodyline will keep you positioned high in the water as you start to fatigue, and yield a large gain in overall swimming performance.
|
|
Hit the weights! Resistance training is an effective way to gain strength that will support your swimming. Compound movements like squats, and pull-ups are a fantastic way to engage the entire body and support everything you do in the water. It’s not necessary to gain a ton of mass to see the impact on your swimming, but being well conditioned in the weight room can dramatically increase performance and lessen your chances for injury in the pool.
|
|
|
|
|
3) Flexibility and Mobility
|
Yoga, foam rolling, and regular stretching increases flexibility. When you have an ‘off-day’, don’t swim. Instead, try an active recovery routine that focuses on the full range of motion through your joints. A foam rolling routine can improve your mobility. Tight hip flexors are common in swimmers and negatively impact posture and the ability to flex your hips. This imbalance can cause your body to recruit different muscles during the day and lead to pain and injuries.
|
|
Nutrition can seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Remember, healthful eating does not mean eating perfectly. It’s about making more nutritious choices most of the time, nourishing your body with real food and enjoying the occasional treat along the way! Keep an eye on what you put into your body before, during, and after working out!
|
|
|
|
|
A day of not working out or swimming can be the best workout day of your week! The work you put into your training routine is only as good as your recovery; if you body doesn’t have time to rest, then it doesn’t have time to repair. This can lead to injury, fatigue, and a decrease in performance. Overtraining is a common cause of injury for swimmers, so make sure you vary the way you train and take the rest you need to be at your best!
|
|
Ozark Tiger Sharks | 417-581-7002 Ext: 2024 | Ozarkswim.teampages.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
