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How to Develop the Mindset of a Champion Swimmer This Year

Swimming fast is more than just showing up and putting the meters in. More often than not it comes down to mindset.

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6 Tips for Being the Swimmer That Gets The Job Done

Swimmers at the top of the podium all share one remarkably unremarkable trait. Not genetics or talent. But the ability to get the job done. Here are 6 tips to be the swimmer who gets it done.

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A Letter to the Struggling Swimmer

When you are struggling with your training, here is something to remember.

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4 Tips for Being a More Consistent Swimmer in Practice

Consistency is one of the hallmarks of championship swimmers. Here are 4 tips for becoming a more consistent swimmer in training.

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How to Have Better Practices in the Pool This Season

It can be infuriating for coaches (and swimmers) to watch their athletes simply swim through a workout. Everyone knows that…

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Wanna Swim Faster This Year? Get More Sleepy Time.

With school starting up many swimmers will be waging the familiar battle of swimming, studying, and also trying to get sleep. Here is why you should make sleep a priority this season.

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5 Mistakes Swimmers Make at the Beginning of the Season

A new season is upon us. Here are 5 simple mistakes to avoid to get your year off to a great start.

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5 Tips for Making the Transition out of the Pool a Little Easier

Inevitably the day will come when competitive swimming will end for you. Here are 5 tips to make the transition to what comes next a little easier.

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Swim Faster by Streamlining Your Life Outside the Pool

Swim faster this year by streamlining your life outside of the pool. Here is how.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Being a Resilient Swimmer

A hallmark of elite swimmers is the ability to be resilient in the face of trying circumstances. Here are 5 powerful ways to be a more resilient swimmer.

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7 Reasons Why Tracking Your Practices is So Powerful

Elite swimmers know the value in tracking their training history. Here are 7 reasons tracking your practices will power you to fast swimming this year.

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5 Keys for Consistent Practices: Better Workouts, More Often

Consistency is the hallmark of great swimmers. Here are 5 tips to be consistent this season in practice.

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10 Confessions of a Washed-Up Swimmer

All good things come to an end. Here are 10 confessions of a washed-up swimmer.

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Be Just a Little Bit Better in the Pool Today

Will you do the little things necessary to be just a bit better in the pool today? Here’s some pointers for improving for swimmers.

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5 Ways to Measurably Improve Your Swimming This Year

Beyond total volume, which isn’t very indicative of performance, here are 5 sneaky ways to measurably improve your swimming this season.

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