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Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD

Welcome to Eat Swim Win! I'm a dietitian, swim coach, and former Division-1 swimmer on a mission to help swimmers around the world.

What To Eat Before Swim Practice (20 pre-swim snack ideas!)

May 9, 2023 by Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD
What to eat before swim practice? Blog article by eatswimwin.com. Pictured is a male swimming in a lap pool at swim practice.

Discover the importance of eating before swim practice to optimize your performance. Explore 10 shelf-stable, grab-and-go snack ideas that provide energy for swimmers.

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Do You Sweat When You Swim?

May 3, 2023 by Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD
Do you sweat when you swim? Article by eatswimwin.com. Pictured is a man swimming in the ocean.

Click to learn the science behind sweating, how much swimmers sweat, and the factors that can impact how much you sweat while swimming!

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Ultimate Hydration Guide For Swimmers

May 3, 2023 by Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD
Ultimate hydration guide for swimmers by eatswimwin.com. Pictured are 4 different colored sports drinks in an ice bucket.

Proper hydration is essential for swimmers to perform at their best. Dive into our expert guide on hydration for swimmers to learn more.

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Sweat Rate Calculator 

May 2, 2023 by Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD
Sweat rate calculator by eatswimwin.com. This post includes an interactive calculator tool. Pictured is a female athlete sweating.

Use our free sweat rate calculator to determine how much fluids you should drink during practice and competitions!

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6 Foods To Avoid Before Swimming 

April 25, 2023 by Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD
Six foods to avoid before swimming by eatswimwin.com. In the background is a swimmer taking a breath while swimming freestyle in a lap pool.

Avoid these 6 foods before swimming to prevent cramping, bloating, and abdominal pain. Click to see what to not to eat before swimming!

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Waikiki Roughwater Swim (Secret Tips!)

April 21, 2023 by Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD
Waikiki Roughwater Swim secret tips by eatswimwin.com. Picture are swimmers swimming in the ocean at the start of the 2018 waikiki roughwater swim.

Click to learn the best nutrition and hydration tips for the Waikiki Rough Water Swim. Read our race tips and where to eat after the race!

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The Best Open Water Swimming Nutrition Guide

April 21, 2023 by Katie Schimmelpfenning, RD, LD
The best open water swimming nutrition guide by eatswimwin.com. Pictured is an open water swimmer swimming in the ocean.

Read to learn the best nutrition strategies to optimize your open-water swimming! Learn how much carbs and fluids you need to swim your best.

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