COACH’S CORNER
Welcome to the Coach’s Corner, your go-to resource for expert articles on open water and pool swimming. Dive into our latest features, perfect for swimmers looking to optimize their race, day tactics and overall performance. Sharpen your skills with focused articles on everything from basic to advanced strategies. Whether it’s perfecting your form or gearing up for race day, we provide essential tips and guidance tailored for swimmers determined to excel in every aquatic challenge.
Open Water Swim Clinic: Remarkable Progress in Speed, Endurance, and Technique
Gran Canaria, October 25 – November 6, 2024 Our Open Water Swim Clinic, held over two weeks in Gran Canaria, provided a targeted, results-driven training program designed to rapidly enhance swimmers’ speed, endurance, technique, and navigation skills. By systematically measuring improvements before and after, we gave each participant clear proof of their progress. Here’s how…
Championing Excellence in Masters Swimming
I am excited to share my recent feature in Spotlyts, where I discuss my journey in Masters swimming and coaching. You can read the full article here. As a distinguished swimming coach and athlete based in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, I embody the spirit of high-performance sports. With a solid academic background in Sports…
How Resilience Led Me to a Championship Comeback
Life has a way of testing our limits, and after a 13-year break from competitive swimming, I found myself at a crossroads. Returning to the pool wasn’t just about getting back into shape; it was a journey that demanded every ounce of resilience I had. Little did I know, this journey would not only reignite…
How to Build Mental Stamina for Swimmers, Open Water Athletes, and Triathletes
How to Build Mental Stamina for Swimmers, Open Water Athletes, and Triathletes In endurance sports like swimming, open water races, and triathlons, physical conditioning is crucial—but it’s only half the equation. Mental stamina can often be the decisive factor that takes an athlete from merely finishing a race to truly excelling. When your body is…
Tackling Pre-Race Anxiety
A Guide for Athletes 🧠✨ As race day approaches, it’s completely normal to feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. Our brains naturally wander and sometimes conjure up worst-case scenarios. But don’t worry, this is just your mind trying to prepare for the unknown. Let’s dive into why this happens and how to tackle it…
Open Water Swimming Training
It’s More Than Just an Easy Swim When you think about swimming in the sea, you might picture a serene, easy-paced glide through the water, enjoying the waves and the freedom of the open horizon. But for those of us who are passionate about open water swimming, it’s much more than just a relaxing dip.…
Hybrid Approaches to Your Swim Training
Hybrid Approaches to Swim Your Training COACH’S CORNER Evolving Methods in Swim Training Swim training has significantly evolved over the years. Traditional methods involving regular, direct interaction with a coach in a structured environment have been the cornerstone of competitive swimming. However, personal schedules, work, study, family commitments, and the varying availability of swimming pool…
Swim Clinics Can Elevate Your Performance
Breaking Through the Plateau: How Swim Camps and Clinics Can Elevate Your Performance COACH’S CORNER If you’ve been putting in the hours at your home pool but find yourself stuck with the same results, it might be time to consider a swim clinic. Swim clinics and camps offer a unique environment that can help you…
Why Triathletes Need Specialized Swim Coaching
Triathlons are a grueling test comprising swimming, cycling, and running. The swim leg poses unique challenges, demanding technical finesse and mental resilience. Specialized swim coaching addresses technique, energy management, open water adaptation, and seamless transitions to enhance overall race performance. Successful transformations demonstrate its holistic impact, turning weaknesses into strengths for a stronger, more composed…
Perspective on Staying in the Game
As an experienced swimming coach, actively competing in national championships is vital to my coaching philosophy. It allows me to stay updated with evolving techniques, empathize with athletes, push personal boundaries, inspire perseverance, foster community connections, and truly live the sport I teach. Through competition, I continuously enhance my coaching capabilities.
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