This social story by Ian Mee, a kinesiology/pre-health professions major at Temple University, explains how to prepare for a swim race.

1. S
Preparing for a
swim race

2. Stretch before your race, so
you don’t get a cramp.

3. Make sure your goggles and cap
are on comfortably. You do this so they don’t
fall off when you dive in.

4. Nicely ask the referee to see if you
are in the correct heat and lane.

5. Step up onto the block when
it’s your turn.

6. Listen for the referee to say,
“take your mark.”

7. Dive in when the horns blows,
and have fun when you are racing.