Jason Lezak and the Power of Competing
At the Beijing Olympics Jason Lezak swam one of the most unreal races in swimming history. Here’s how he unleashed the power of competing to make it happen.
How to Make Your New Training Routine Stick
Feeling a little out of sorts without your usual training routine? Here are some ways to make your new training schedule stick.
6 Takeaways for Swim Coaches from Urban Meyer’s “Above the Line”
Urban Meyer is a three-time national football college champion. Here are six lessons in leadership that swim coaches can pull from his book, “Above the Line.”
What Kobe Bryant Can Teach Swimmers About Developing a Legendary Mindset
Kobe Bryant was a 5-time NBA champion and gold medalist. Here are some things swimmers can learn from the late Laker about having a legendary mindset.
Try This Simple Tweak for More Effective Self-Talk
The language you use has a direct effect on your effort, your confidence, and your results. Here’s a simple self-talk tweak you can make today.
6 Things Swimmers Will Learn from “The Mindful Athlete”
Mindfulness training is a simple and effective way to conquer pre-race nerves, stay focused, keep calm, and get in the Zone.
9 Books for Swimmers and Swim Coaches
Looking for some awesome books for swimmers and swim coaches? Here is my essential reading list for swimmers and coaches.
This Goal Setting Exercise Will Bring Your Goals to Life This Season
Level up your goal setting this season with this simple journaling exercise that will bring texture to your goals in the pool.
5 Ways This Mental Training Book Will Rock Your Chlorinated Socks Off
Wanna take your swimming and your mindset to the next level this season? This mental training book for elite-minded swimmers will help you do just that.
Missy Franklin: What Doesn’t Break You, Makes You Stronger
At the 2014 Pan Pac Championships, Missy Franklin suffered back spasms. Six months later, she became the fastest woman to swim the 200-yard freestyle.
7 Tips for How Swimmers Can Push Through Adversity
Tough times provide opportunities for growth. Here are some ideas for how swimmers can come out ahead in the face of adversity and uncertain times.
Olympic Champion Misty Hyman and the Unexpected Benefits of Adversity
Misty Hyman upset the swimming world at the Sydney Olympics to win the final of the 200m butterfly. Her path there was far from smooth.
How Swim Coaches Can Get Started with Mental Training Skills
Do more in the pool by flexing a few simple mental training skills with your swimmers. Here’s how to get started with sharpening your swimmers mindsets.
The Process is What Shapes You as a Swimmer
During times of uncertainty and increased stress, you can lean on the one thing that has always been there for you–your process.
How Swimmers Can Get Started with Visualization and Imagery
When Adam Peaty got behind the blocks at the Rio Olympics he was calm and confident. Here’s how he used visualization to crush the WR and win gold.
