Swim England has released guidance on the practice of weighing athletes within aquatic sports.
The recommendation from the national governing body is that individuals under the age of 18 should not be weighed unless they are on a nationally supported pathway.
This guidance is applicable to athletes within all aquatic disciplines including swimming, para-swimming, water polo, artistic swimming and diving.
It is designed to prevent potential areas of concern, such as psychological distress, which may occur as a result of athletes being tested and monitored in this way.
