In this coaches clinic panel discussion, top coaches and experts uncover some issues from Paris Olympics.

Of course the Team USA had its challenges. Future opportunities facing the world of competitive swimming are uncovered. Discover their thoughts on improving performance and fostering a winning culture.

• The importance of relationships in achieving top athletic performance.

• Challenges faced by coaches in feeling valued and respected.

• The role of resources and support in international competition.

• Strategies for long-term planning and athlete development.

• The impact of sports science on future swimming success.

Explore these critical topics and more, shaping the future of swimming excellence.

1. Strategies for Enhancing Olympic Swimming Performance: Insights from Top Coaches and Experts

2. Elevating USA Swimming: Expert Panel Discusses Challenges and Opportunities for Future Success

3. Building Stronger Olympic Teams: The Role of Relationships and Resources in Swimming

4. Overcoming Challenges in Competitive Swimming: Expert Insights on Training and Development

5. The Path to Olympic Gold: Coaches Discuss Long-Term Planning and Athlete Development

6. Enhancing Swimming Performance: The Importance of Sports Science and Strategic Planning

7. From Training to Triumph: Expert Panel on Improving USA Swimming's Olympic Performance

8. The Future of Competitive Swimming: Insights from Coaches on Training, Resources, and Strategy

9. Achieving Excellence in Swimming: Expert Panel Discusses Key Factors for Olympic Success

10. The Road to Los Angeles: Strategies for Enhancing USA Swimming's Competitive Edge

We’re thrilled for this released talk and want others in the community to give their time to listen.

The USA competitive swimming world and its leadership was rocked at the end of 2024 and the waves are still flowing.

Hear from some of the most respected voices in the sport. This episode is packed with insights from the expert panel discussion at the Eastern States Clinic in eastern PA following the Paris Olympics. Whether you're a coach, athlete, or just a fan of the sport, there's something here for everyone!

You'll Learn, beside Carol being a team player:

1. The Importance of Relationships in Coaching: Coach Carol Capitani shares how building strong relationships can lead to achieving great times in the pool.

2. Resource Allocation and Respect: Discover the challenges faced by coaches in the USA and how they compare to their Canadian counterparts in terms of support and resources.

3. The Value of Long Course Racing: Brent Arckey emphasizes the need for more long course racing opportunities to enhance athlete performance.

4. Strategic Planning for Olympic Success: Bob Bowman discusses the importance of long-term planning and how it can lead to sustained success at the Olympics.

5. Innovative Approaches to Swimming Competitions: Learn about creative ways to make swim meets more engaging and watchable, as shared by Carol Capitani and Bob Bowman.

Fun Fact from the Episode: Did you know that in Australia, every day at practice, they talk about beating the Americans? Talk about motivation! Mark Schubert shares this intriguing tidbit and more about the competitive spirit Down Under.

Outro: We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we enjoyed putting it together. It's packed with valuable insights and inspiring stories that will surely motivate you to dive deeper into the world of swimming.

Call to Action: Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation! Tune in now and let us know your thoughts. Share your favorite moments on social media and tag us. We’d love to hear from you!

Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and updates. If this is the first peek, you might want to go back to #19 and #20, as this, #21, is part three of three.

Until then, keep swimming strong!

P.S. Stay safe and keep an eye out for new services coming soon from ISCA with a new sub-brand at Go.LAP.red.

In this episode of the "Heavy or Not" podcast, we dive into Mindful Swimming with Brian Holliday. Plus, we pick up again on part two of an earth shattering expert panel that gathered after the Paris Olympics to talk about USA Swimming.

As is always the case, both the mental and physical aspects of the sport come into focus. Join us as we explore insightful discussions from top coaches and experts.

• Discover the concept of mindful swimming with Brian Holliday and how it can enhance your swimming experience.
• Learn about the importance of goal setting for young athletes and how it varies with age.
• Understand the impact of motivational time standards and their role in competitive swimming.
• Explore the significance of aerobic development in young swimmers and its long-term benefits.
• Hear from top coaches about the challenges and strategies in training elite swimmers for international competitions.

Tune in to gain valuable insights and improve your swimming journey!

1. **Introduction to the Podcast Episode**
- Jump cut number 20 of the podcast "Heavy or Not"
- Continuation of a clinic discussion from a prior episode
- Mention of the availability of the entire episode and transcripts online

2. **Mindful Swimming by Brian Holliday**
- Benefits of swimming for physical health
- Mental health challenges associated with swimming
- Inner monologue and self-criticism during swimming
- Comparison with other swimmers and personal best obsession
- Solution: Mindful swimming and being present in the moment
- Three key aspects for mindful swimming: balance, whole-body swimming, and controlled breathing

3. **Mental Skills for Young Athletes**
- Mention of a resource by John Hoag, a PhD sports psychologist and swim coach
- Availability in the ISCA Learning Management System
- Encouragement to explore and learn from the resource

4. **Panel Discussion with Coach Brent Arckey**
- Goal setting process for young athletes
- Ownership of goals by athletes
- Discussion on motivational time standards and their impact
- Importance of speed and endurance in swimming
- Strategies for improving performance in races

5. **Discussion on Swimming Standards and Training**
- Historical perspective on time standards and their impact
- Importance of aerobic development in young swimmers
- Challenges in developing middle-distance swimmers
- Role of endurance training in overall performance

6. **Coaching Strategies and Philosophies**
- Importance of being real and providing constructive feedback to athletes
- Role of club coaches in developing endurance and capacity
- Discussion on age group competitions and event offerings
- Debate on the teachability of speed versus endurance

7. **International Swimming Success and Cooperation**
- Success of international swimmers trained by American coaches
- Importance of cooperation among coaches for athlete success
- Challenges faced by Team USA in terms of coach collaboration

8. **Conclusion and Call for Audience Feedback**
- Invitation for audience feedback on the frequency of podcast episodes
- Encouragement for audience interaction and contribution to future episodes.

In this insightful discussion, top swim coaches and sports scientists delve into the evolving landscape of coaching and athlete development. They explore the challenges and opportunities in preparing athletes for peak performance on the world stage.

Their stage was the Eastern States Clinic after the 2024 Olympic Games.

• The importance of explaining coaching philosophies and the science behind them to engage today's intelligent and skeptical athletes.
• Strategies for fostering athlete autonomy and responsibility, and the role of mental health resources in athlete development.
• The significance of endurance training and aerobic development in young athletes for long-term success.
• The impact of collaboration and resource sharing among coaches on international success.
• The role of sports science and biomechanics in enhancing athletic performance and setting new world records.
  
  

The video allows visual clues as to the various speakers. See the entire presentation at the Substack.com/@rauterkus.

Bob Bowman, University of Texas, coach of Leon Maqrchand of France
Tom Himes, NBAC Head Coach and ISCA Hall of Fame
Brent Archey, Sarasota Sharks and Coach of Summer MacIntosh of Canada
Carol Capitani, Univ of Texas Women and USA Olympic Coach
Dr. Zac Hojnacki, sports psych and former coach in Metro LSC
Dr. Genadijus Sokolovas, sport science, formerly with USA Swimming
Mark Schubert, 8-time USA Olympic Coach