Hello Friends/Hola Amigos,

We're publishing a bit early this week because today is the Mexican
holiday Cinco de Mayo (5th of May), and two of our articles are related
to the celebration -- and to swimming.

As usual, all the links are available at the homepage:
http://www.goswim.tv/2004welcome/indexframe.html

Here are this week's updates:

In "Cinco de Mayo: Creating History, Breaking Barriers," Corinne Machoud
Nivon, our Go Swim amiga in Mexico, explains the significance of May 5th
-- in history and to swimmers. Check it out at:
http://www.goswim.tv/articles/parents/cinco.html

In "Viva Avocado," Barbara explains why avocados might just replace
bananas as a super-food for swimmers, and gives us her favorite
guacamole recipe at:
http://www.goswim.tv/articles/parents/avocado.html

Dave shares Secret #8 in his series on Easy Speed. Read how he gets a
mental and a competitive edge by being "First One In," at:
http://www.goswim.tv/EasySpeed/8first.html

In Glenn's article, "The Struggle," you'll find plenty of inspiration to
get you through tough times. You'll find the link at:
http://www.goswim.tv/articles/parents/struggle.html

The Drill of the Week is Eye Position on Freestyle. Practice where you
look and how if impacts your stroke. Find this easy drill at:
http://www.goswim.tv/articles/dotw/eyeposfree.html

And don't miss the TRIATHLON section of our discussion board! Elite
triathlete Susie Gallucci is posting a daily training log as she
progresses toward her goal of a podium finish at the 2004 FINA World Cup
Open-Water 10K Swim Championships in Atlantic City, NJ. The race is on
September 11, 2004, and Susie has just 130 days to go! To cheer her on
and to discover how she trains, go to:
http://www.goswim.tv/pmachinepro/forum/forum.php?which=triathlon

The Kids' Camps in Pennsylvania and Buffalo are still available, but who
knows for how long. Spread the word, and get your kids in the camps.

Have a great week, and get outside and GO SWIM!

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