In This Issue: Our purpose in bringing you these weekly ASCA E-Newsletters is to offer information that is often times just outside of the swimming world but close enough so as to be of some value to you. The idea is to expand our awareness to other areas that can help us in our work as swimming coaches. The stories on Richard Quick, Dave Denniston, and the Santa Clara Grand Prix are obvious news/informational items for swimming coaches. “Incorporating Weight Lifting in Your Distance [Running] Training” provides food for thought. We’ve learned many things from the running world over the years – perhaps there is something here to stir the imagination. “Nutrition Labeling Law” is of value to all coaches who teach nutrition to their athletes. Some would argue that nutrition is the least developed of our coaching disciplines. “Eight Pains” – not only is this story relevant to our duty to provide a safe environment, but if you read to the end of the story you will find further links, all of value to your dryland training program. “Tips for Running in Wet Weather” is there for all of you who like to take your athletes out for runs regardless of the weather. Bottom line: we review each and every article for relevance to your very diverse informational needs. If you see an article out there you think the swimming coaching world should see, send it on to us.
Legendary College Swim Coach Richard Quick Dies
from The Dallas Morning News
 Richard Quick, an icon in the swimming world who grew up in Dallas and became the most successful coach in collegiate swimming, died late in Austin after a six-month battle Quick helped start the SMU women's swimming program and captured 12 NCAA titles as the head coach at Texas and Stanford. He also led the Auburn men's program to an NCAA title last year. More 
Incorporating Weight Lifting in Your Distance Training
from Examiner
Weight training is done by most people to build muscle mass and bone density as well as trim their bodies of fat. Weight training is not only good for the exercise enthusiast, but also runners. Increasing muscle mass and bone density is particularly important for older runners in which those areas decrease with older age. Strengthening of your muscles and ligaments can aid runners in their recovery time during workouts and prevent injury. Being leaner helps runners burn more calories than that with fatty tissue.
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20 Questions with Olympian Dave Denniston
from SwimNetwork.com
Dave Denniston was wondering what to do with the rest of his life after missing the Olympic team at 2004 Trials. He found a job as an assistant coach, went on a trip to his home state of Wyoming, and – well, he explains how his life has changed, and a lot of other stuff in a very special 20 Question with Bob Schaller. More
Restaurants, Senators Agree on Nutrition Labeling Law
from Bloomberg
Chain restaurants such as McDonald’s, Burger King and Red Lobster would have to list calories on menus under proposed U.S. legislation that has won the backing of companies, nutrition experts and three senators.
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La Tourette, McDermott win at Santa Clara Swimming
from USA TODAY
America's Chad La Tourette held off a quartet of Australian swimmers to win the 800-meter freestyle on the opening night of the Santa Clara International Grand Prix.
La Tourette, a standout open water swimmer, finished first in 7 minutes, 53.56 seconds, bettering the meet record of 7:57.73 set by Olympian Erik Vendt in 2004.
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Eight Pains You Mustn't Ignore When Working Out
from Fox News
When it comes to muscle soreness, there is pain that is tolerable and that you can work through, and then there is pain that you need to sit up and listen to. Not recognizing the differences between these two situations is extremely problematic because there are some injuries that, if continually aggravated, could prove to require an extended recovery time. More
Tips for Running in Wet Weather
from Examiner
For those who are serious about running, sometimes running in wet conditions are necessary. Most people do not enjoy having to run when it is raining outside, but for those times that it cannot be avoided, it does not have to be a miserable experience. Here are a few tips to make running in the wet weather a little more palatable. More
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