Did you know that this was the closest Olympics between the United States and Australia in gold medal count with 11 and 9 respectively? This and more recapping of the medal counts from all of the Olympics since 2000 in Sydney and reactions to each event in our latest episode on The Swimmer Strength Podcast. We crown: Olympic Queen to Emma McKeon Olympic King to Caeleb Dressel Most Developed Nation: Great Brittain Biggest Upset: Ahmed Hafnaoui, 400-m Free Tunisia The Swimmer Strength Experience https://swimmerstrength.com/virtual-coaching-application/ Our Exercise & Workout Library https ..read more

Have you ever wondered what impact having the right mindset in sports has? Whether it is an Olympic final or a State Championship final, when athletes practice and moments before big events, they are usually stuck with their thoughts. The way they think will help determine their performances. Sport psychology is a term used to help enhance athletic performance based on using mental skills and strategies to deal better with stress, concentrate more effectively and get more out of their training.  If this is of any interest to you, you will enjoy this week’s episode with Dr. Nicole Detling ..read more

It’s a big week: the Olympic Games Begin.  An event only the top tier of athletes have the honor of competing together with outstanding support and coaching staff. If you are a swimming nerd and want to hear some of my predictions, analysis between swimming in USA v. Sweden v. Turkey and also update you on my move to Norway - this episode is a great build-up prior to the games.  This is what we have been waiting for! It's the pinnacle of sports.  Michael Andrew knows, the world is watching.  Katie Ledecky - has the world caught up? Sarah Sjöström - can she shock the world a ..read more

Have you ever wondered what it takes to reach the top, to leave a lasting legacy? Granted, the formula for each Champion will look different, but one thing is for sure - they welcome challenges and will relentlessly rise above obstacles to get the job done.  In this week’s episode of The Swimmer Strength Podcast, we welcome the current welcome holder and former Swimmer Strength athlete, Cesar Cielo.  If you are curious to hear some stories that may help excel your swimming career and how Cesar and I worked together, then this episode is for you. We discuss: Swimming being a game; ho ..read more

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How Yoga Can Supplement Swimmer Yoga - you may have heard of it. It is a practice that has been around for millennia and can be practiced in so many ways. It can be used to create general body awareness as a way feel body parts in certain positions or poses. In this process, the body develops a general sense of stability.  Additionally, it can be used as recovery to aid blood flow and to restore the body and mind in to a more neutral state.  In our episode today, we welcome Jeff Grace with Swimming Specific Yoga. From breathing techniques to the general basics, Jeff walks us through ..read more

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Emotional Response in Training & Winning is Not For Everyone In this episode, we discuss:     Connect with Coach Raph I: @athleteasap E: raph@athleteasap.com  W: https://www.kaizenasap.com ..read more

Inside The Mind of Brett Hawke Have you ever felt weak, insecure and hopeless because you lack strength or fall behind in your physical development?  You're not alone. What if athletes at the highest level battle the same demons?  World renowned sprinter and coach, Brett Hawke joins us in today's episode. We discuss: Brett's first dryland exposure in Australia. How strength training helped him in his career. His coaching days at Auburn University ..read more

The Shoulder Blades Are The Secret To Healthier Shoulders If work with swimmers or are a swimmer yourself, chances are someone you know have suffered an injury.  Does it have to be this way?  A few of our talking points in this episode: Strategies to keep swimming while being injured. Overlooked injuries for swimmers. Movements that mimic swimming. Connect with Dr. Nick: Instagram - click. Website: https://www.ptstreamline.com  Support this Podcast https://swimmerstrength.com/patron For other inquires, email: info@swimmerstrength.com  ..read more