Swim Wales is delighted to welcome our new Sports Science Manager, Natalie Williams, who will be joining us as part of our Elite Swimming support team.

Natalie has extensive research background in swimming physiology and practical expertise gained across a number disciplines including athletics, rowing, shooting and rugby.  She will be an integral part of our team, visiting our Performance Centres to ensure that our swimmers enjoy world-class sports science support.

Speaking about her plans, Natalie told us:

"I aim to develop a sport science programme involving monitoring in both training and at competition, whilst also implementing education for the younger swimmers to enhance development and preparation for senior elite swimming.  This will achieve a multidisciplinary approach to the support we provide.    I also want to concentrate on incorporating the application of scientific innovation which will improve swimming performance".

We hope you will all join with us in giving Natalie a warm welcome.