As the Holidays Approach, Maintaining Good Mental Health Becomes a Priority

.....And, as any good swim coach knows, mental toughness and motivation are the secret weapons to having efficient swim practices. A swimmer can be in the best shape of his or her life, but without the proper mindset, their performance will fall flat. Staying mentally tough is one of the biggest obstacles athletes of all kinds face – it’s the invisible hurdle one has to constantly jump.

So, with the cold winter months setting in and the holiday season arriving, it is imperative that swimmers focus not only on their physical training, but their mental training as well.....

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Bethany`s Notes: Some good reminders for all athletes as the cold winter months approach on how to stay mentally fit.