Bob Bowman’s pro group was the story of the week. Joel and I talk about the best swimmers we ever coached and the challenges it presents for you.
Don't Wait To Fix Things
My thoughts on being proactive, before taking a vacation.
Making Better Decisions
This week I’m thinking about how to make stronger long term decisions.
What Makes Summer McIntosh Great
Joel and I break down what we think propelled Summer McIntosh to a world record. Plus, how to set up positive communication ahead of time.
Dr. Megan Cannon!
I ran into Dr. Megan Cannon while I was at the Gulf Coaches Clinic in Galveston, Texas.
Adam Peaty Pulls Out of World Trials
I react to the news from Adam Peaty and changing the way you motivate yourself.
NCAA Day 1 Reactions Men
The importance of a good backstroke, Leon Marchand, more Leon Marchand and never counting out Texas.
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Problem vs Opportunity
I expand upon my argument about the experience of women in swimming, why we should look at it as more of an opportunity than a problem.
Big Themes for Big Meets
Joel and I react to the first day of NCAAs.
Thank you to all listeners for bearing with us, there have been some serious technical issues with our recording platform. riverside.fm recently.
How Leon Marchand Hacked Breaststroke
Leon Marchand shocked the world with his 1:47, this is the best analysis you will find on how he actually did it.
Building Personal Momentum
How a pandemic low point changed my life for the better.
Success and Morality
Nico Messer comes on to talk big goals, morality, and coaching.
What Starts a Fire, What Fuels It
The difference between what motivates people to change directions, and what actually sustains changes in behavior long term.
Ultimate Guide to Taper Drama
Common scenarios for stress around taper time and what to do about them.
Coaching Live with Jake Shackelford
Coach Jake Shackelford and I give a preview of what it's actually going to look like to be in my upcoming Positive Psychology class. Sign up here:
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It's Never Been Easier to Hurt Yourself
How I think about being intentional around my own mental health.
Proactive vs Reactive
I talk to coaches every day, and I hear the same things over and over. One of those is the overwhelming pressure to communicate "positively". But what does that actually mean? And do you have to sacrifice the stuff that makes you a great coach to achieve it?
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Having a Goal for Your Body
Whoever you are, you have a goal for your body. What you want it to do, or be able to do. I’ve returned to competitive swimming, and here are a few things I’m learning from putting a new goal back on my body.
Swimming's Judgment Day
We muse about the possible replacement of swim coaches by advanced artificial intelligence.
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Positive Psychology Course Debut!
To sign up for the course, go to the page below, you can also find it easily by going to my website chrisdcoach.com and clicking on “Positive Psychology Education)
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