Are you breathing the right way? Breathing…Seems like we, as land mammals, should know how to do this instinctually, but unfortunately, that’s not the case. So many factors affect our breathing on land, let alone doing it well while swimming. This single skill can affect everything you do in the water. If we’re breathing effectively … [Read more…]
Have you been told this lie about your swimming? Have you heard these lies before? “I’m not supposed to kick as a triathlete.”“I need to save my legs for the bike and run.” These lies are simply not true! Your kick is an essential part of your freestyle swim that you cannot and must not … [Read more…]
Are you swimming with scissors? Many swimmers and triathletes I work with don’t realize they are slowing themselves down while swimming due to using a scissor-style kick instead of a flutter kick. Here are my top three corrective tips to cure your scissor kick. A scissor kick is when your feet drift apart wider than … [Read more…]
How’s your head? Proper head position while swimming freestyle is probably the most common thing that needs correction when I work with swimmers. 99% of swimmers look forward instead of straight down in a neutral head and neck position. Can you imagine walking around looking up all day? Your neck would hurt, and you would miss out … [Read more…]
Daily Habits Lead to Big Outcomes We’ve all heard the old saying, “A journey of 1,000 miles begins with a single step.” But why is it so hard to remember when pursuing positive health changes, big goals, and outcomes? Maybe because marketers brainwash us to believe in quick, miracle fixes for everything – instant weight … [Read more…]
The Importance of Having a Coach at This Time of Year Have you ever used a coach? Some people use them in work to get to the next level (and we sometimes call those “mentors”). Some use them in relationships to strengthen bonds. Some use them in diet and exercise to guide them through challenging … [Read more…]
Is This the Hardest Part for You Too? Starting something – ANYTHING – is often the most challenging part. But if you can take action, one little first step, it gets easier. This isn’t a self-help platitude. IT’S SCIENCE! Remember Sir Isaac Newton? He said a body at rest tends to stay that way, and … [Read more…]
The race is Sunday, are you ready? Here are some quick tips you can apply this week and on race day to make it a great race. # 1 Rest During Race Week – I know you are concerned about losing fitness when you take rest days or easy days, but this is so untrue. When … [Read more…]
You’re Right Henry Ford said a great many wise things. My favorite: “Whether you think you can or you think you can’t, you’re right.” And this is never more powerful to remember at a turning point, like the start of a new year, when we look forward with hope, excitement, and – yes – sometimes … [Read more…]
Why New Year’s Plans Often Fail Every January, millions of people make promises to themselves in New Year’s Resolutions. And then, by February, the vast majority have failed already. Let’s talk about why. If we discuss a few common reasons why well-intentioned resolutions fail so often, then maybe we can find a better way to … [Read more…]
