BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Swimmers and scuba divers can improve their swimming endurance and breathing capacity through targeted training of the respiratory muscles, researchers at the University at Buffalo ...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -- Fish are power eaters. In many species, large muscles running along their backs and bellies provide bursts of speed for chasing down prey. Then, at the very ...

Whether you’re a little kid jumping into the pool on your summer break or an adult reaping the benefits of swimming for health and longevity, swimming can be a fun and even relaxing way to work your ...

Even though they lack fins and their bodies are gelatinous, jellyfish are some of the most energy-efficient swimmers. They achieve this by making use of their bells – the umbrella-shaped part of a ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Both running and swimming are great forms of cardio, engaging your muscles, boosting heart health, ...