There is no way around a Monday — only through it. After a long, relaxing weekend, waking up on a Monday morning to a blaring alarm can be tough, especially if you're not a morning person. But Mondays ...

Breathe in, breathe out. The moment has arrived. All swimmers know the feeling of having a big race in front of them. You stand behind the blocks, anxiously adjusting your cap and goggles. You count ...