Fundamental Focuses of a Yoga Practice for Swimmers
For a swimming-specific yoga practice to be effective there are a few fundamental principles that should be followed.
Australians Use Unique Dryland and Testing to Improve Performance
Mitch Larkin is one of the swimmers who has been working with Tom Barton using his unique combination of physiotherapy and yoga…
Brent Hayden Takes Lessons Learned in the Pool into the Business World
Life after competing is one of the toughest transitions an athlete will ever have to make. Brent Hayden has not only found a new passion to commit to, but he is also inspiring others achieve their goals through his experiences.
Rick DeMont; An Artist’s Approach to Coaching
When speaking with Rick DeMont it doesn’t take long to learn that he has a unique outlook on the sport…
Mental Health for College Athletes – Ways to Focus on Mental Wellness
According to the National Alliance on Mental Health 30% of college students experience down periods where they find it difficult to function. For this reason taking proactive steps to address your mental wellness is important.
Yoga for Swimmers: Working with Different Age Groups
A common question swim coaches have when implementing a swimming-specific yoga program is how to apply the practice with different age groups…
Gregg Troy on Longevity, Racing and Athlete Development
Legendary coach Gregg Troy discusses the keys to longevity in coaching, how to become a great racer and athlete development…
How Does Your Breath Impact Your Swimming Performance?
Understanding how the breath impacts your physical, mental and emotional states can give you an edge in competition, training and life.
Eddie Reese’s Recipe for Creating a Winning Culture
In March Eddie Reese capped off his 40th season at the helm of the University of Texas men’s program by winning the NCAA Division One title for the 14th time. Reese shared with SwimSwam some of the ways he has developed a culture of excellence in Austin.
Yoga for Swimmers: Cultivating Relaxation
One of the most effective ways a Swimming-Specific Yoga practice can be designed to enhance recovery is through a relatively unknown practice called Yoga Nidra. This article includes a short guided meditation (Yoga Nidra) to enhance your body awareness and increase your ability to relax and let go.
A Day on Deck with Gary Hall Sr.
It was clear after watching Gary Hall Sr. on deck that he has been successful by focusing on the fundamentals, communicating effectively and creating an engaging environment…
Mental Health for Coaches: Creating an Active Lifestyle
Coaching is a demanding job and can drain your physical, mental and emotional energy. One way to restore that energy is through exercise.
Yoga for Swimmers: Building a Yoga Practice into Your Training Plan
When implementing a yoga practice it must fit seamlessly into the overall periodization of your program…
Yoga for Swimmers: Developing Positive Self-Talk
An amazing aspect of a yoga for swimmers practice is that it gives you tools to establish and implement strategies that develop more effective mental skills…
Yoga for Swimmers: Using Yoga to Enhance Your Taper
During your taper swimming-specific yoga is an amazing way to allow the body and mind to recover…
