Author: Claire McDaniel
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Celebrating female swimmers for International Women’s Day
March 8th is International Women’s Day — a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. In this blog we celebrate the athletic achievements of the best female swimmers since the first official days of women’s swimming over 100 years ago. Women’s swimming became internationally recognized in 1912. This list of…
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Bored with your workout routine? Try these unique pool exercises
Have you already fallen off the wagon with your new year’s workout routine? It could be because you don’t have enough variety! Doing the same workouts over and over can not only be boring, but detrimental to your fitness and weight loss goals. Many studies show that increasing variety in exercise can lead to more…
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Certifications & CEU for aquatics and pool operators
As a commercial pool/spa operator (CPO), you are responsible for a large and complex facility. It is best to stay on top of your game by keeping current with continuing education and also pursuing certifications whenever pertinent. There are a few different pool operator certifications available: National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) has an Aquatic…
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American Heart Month: Best cardio workouts for lower body injuries
February is the month to focus on your heart. In addition to Valentine’s Day, February celebrates American Heart Month to raise awareness for heart health. In support, the CDC has provided suggested exercise plans to promote good cardiovascular health year-round. With cold winter temperatures, February is also when many people have lower body injuries…
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Making your aquatics facility more sustainable in 2017
Is 2017 the year you focus on improving sustainability in your aquatic facility? Here are some ways to make your pool more efficient and eco-friendly. Use Renewable Energy & Efficient Energy Use solar pool heaters to heat the pool combined with a pool cover at night to keep the water warm, reducing energy costs and heat…
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Cryptosporidium outbreaks trigger warnings for pools & patrons in Australia
Cryptosporidium (Crypto) is a serious and highly contagious parasitic infection, and instances of Crypto in public pools are on the rise. In December alone, 149 cases of Crypto were detected in Australia, mostly in children younger than 10 years old. Crypto outbreaks are not new to the country and continent of Australia; in 1998, a…
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How to make your home more eco-friendly in 2017
Did you know that indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air? According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), indoor polluted air can be caused by chemicals from common household products. Chemicals from these products can cause health issues like infertility, thyroid disease and even cancer. If your 2017…
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Why winter is the best season to build a pool
Winter may not be known as the prime swimming season, but it may be the best season to build your pool. Today, December 21 is the first day of winter, and ironically, the upcoming cold winter temperatures are an opportunity to efficiently and inexpensively build a pool. If you live in a moderate climate, winter…
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Best pool products and tech of 2016
Taking into account technological advancements, outside the box thinking and practical tools, here is our selection of the best pool products of 2016: Remote Control Skimmer. This outside-the-box idea turns a routine chore into a fun and productive game. Floating Pool Speakers. Swim and listen to your favorite tunes! Even better, you can change the…
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How to take care of your pool while you’re on holiday
The holidays are almost here, which means you may be getting ready for vacation. Your pre-vacation to-do list may include turning on your security alarm, shutting the blinds or arranging a pet sitter — but don’t forget to add pool maintenance to your list. If you’ve winterized or partially winterized your pool then you won’t…