Supplements: the basics

A positive drug test can end a swimming career, and the rules place the responsibility squarely on the athlete, not the supplement company. In this lesson you'll learn what you're legally accountable for as a competitive swimmer, the role of Sport Integrity Australia and WADA, why record keeping is non-negotiable, and exactly what information you need to log every time you take anything. Simple habits that could save everything you've worked for.

Supplements: how to know what’s actually safe to take

Not all supplements are created equal, and some products carry a real risk of a positive drug test even when you're trying to do everything right. In this lesson you'll learn how third-party certification systems like Informed Sport, NSF, and HASTA work, how to find tested products, and how the AIS supplement classification framework helps you make evidence-based decisions. Knowing what to look for before you buy is the difference between informed and exposed.

Supplements: why your everyday nutrition comes first

No supplement can do what consistent, well-timed everyday nutrition can. In this lesson you'll learn why supplements should only be considered once your training nutrition, everyday eating, and competition fueling are reliably in place, and why this is especially important for developing athletes. If you're curious about supplements, this lesson tells you exactly where to start.

Junior swimmers and supplements: what you need to know

The pressure on junior swimmers around supplements is real, and it's coming from many directions all at once. In this lesson you'll get clear, evidence-based answers on the most common supplements asked about by junior swimmers. You'll walk away knowing what's appropriate, what's not, and how to have an informed conversation about it.