How to Use Motivational Self-Talk to Boost Performance in the Water
Performance is heavily influenced by the self-talk you use. Deploy motivational self-talk (“You got this!”) in your practices to boost strength and endurance.
7 Ways to Use Your Swimming Log More Effectively
A logbook is a swimmer’s secret weapon for better training. Here are 7 powerful ways to make the most of your swimming log.
Swimming with Gators: Gregg Troy’s Favorite Distance Set
The man, the legend, the moustache. Here is a breakdown of Gregg Troy’s favorite distance set that he uses with his swimmers.
17 Ways You Know You Are a Distance Swimmer
The distance competitive swimmer has their own set of struggles. Here are 17 ways you know that you are a distance swimmer.
How Caeleb Dressel Deals with a Frustrating Swim Practice
Bad practices happen to us all. Here’s how the fastest swimmer on the planet adjusts when things aren’t going his way at practice.
Alex Popov and the Power of Training the Way You Wanna Compete
Alexander Popov is one of the greatest swimmers of all time. Here’s what you can learn from his relentless pursuit of perfection in practice.
Nelson Diebel and the Power of High Expectations
Overcoming a troubled youth, Nelson Diebel stunned the swimming world winning gold in the 100m breaststroke at the Barcelona Olympics.
Why Change is So Hard in the Pool (and How to Make it Easier)
If it’s big-time success in the pool you want, start by thinking small. Here’s how to get started with mastering the little wins.
7 Fun Facts About Age Group Swimming Plateaus
Ah yes, the joys of peaking or plateauing! Here’s what swimmers and swim parents need to know about the dreaded age group swimming plateau.
Pro Tip: How to Power Up Your Self-Talk This Season
You probably already know how powerful motivational and positive self-talk can be for swimming like a boss. Here’s a way to make your self-talk even stronger.
5 Ways Swim Coaches Can Develop Mentally Tougher Swimmers
Here are five things swim coaches can start doing today to help develop swimmers that are mentally tough and who are more likely to enjoy the process.
6 Things Swimmers Can Do for More Mental Toughness
Mental toughness is a life skill swimmers can use far beyond the lane lines. Here are some ways to supercharge how tough you are between your ears.
Why You Should Always Finish Strong
How you finish matters. Here’s why you should adopt a mindset of always finishing to the best of your ability at practice and in life.
One of the Best Resources for New Swim Parents are in the Stands with You
For the new swim parent, the sport can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, one of your best resources is already in the stands with you.
How to Stay Mentally Sharp as You Get Back into Training at the Pool
As pools reopen and practices begin, here are some tips for getting back into the swing of things with your swim training.
