The most potent weapon a swimmer can possess in their armory is a powerful, unquenchable belief in themselves. It can single handedly overcome a competitor with superior ability, technique and physical strength - and all because it originates from the subconscious mind, the control center of all human movement. Belief is essential for swimming success.

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The American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) has launched registration for the 2011 ASCA World Clinic, which will be September 6-11, 2011 in San Diego, California. Discounted early registration prices are available through the end of January. Further information, including preliminary schedule and online registration, are available on the ASCA website.

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Swimming has been on the back burner, and some of you may be a bit disoriented about how to begin. No need to fear. You're in an enviable position to re-discover your swimming with a clear and open mind. You have the opportunity to refine your swim technique and develop good habits. Here are a few tips for getting back into the swimming pool.

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Nominations for the best swimming blog and best swimming twitter feed will be accepted from Jan. 13 to Feb. 4 at 11:59 p.m. EST. You may nominate a swimming blog, a swimming twitter feed, or both. Check back with Swimming at About.com on Feb. 11, 2011 to see if your favorite Swimming Twitter Feed or Swimming Blog was nominated, and visit our central awards page to learn about finalists in other categories. Winners will be announced March 15. There's no prize -- just the bragging rights that come with getting recognized by the readers of one of the biggest networks on the web. About.com's 2011 Readers' Choice Awards will showcase the best products, features and services in multiple categories, from technology to hobbies to parenting to sports.

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