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This story was originally published on June 27, 2023, and has been updated. Knowing how to swim can help you have fun at the pool or beach this summer. But it could also save your life. According to ...

According to Polar, most recreational swimmers will take between 2 and 3 minutes to cover 100 metres. So if you’re hitting ...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Navigating ocean ...

Do you know how to swim well enough to save your life? NPR's Life Kit lays out the five basic water safety and swimming skills that can help prevent drowning. Most Americans, 85%, say they can swim, ...

As temperatures rise, the siren sound of the swimming pool amplifies. While chemicals like chlorine and bromine do their darndest to kill off bacteria and viruses, some germs stay afloat. Enjoy your ...