Momentum Coaching Podcast

Mental Performance with Jasmine Haas

Today I got to sit down with the Director of Mental Performance at Lakeside Aquatic Club and talk about how she helps swimmers from ages 11-18 become more resilient and c

The Right Fuel for Practice

I sat down with the founders of the Athletes Fuel Company to breakdown the WHY and HOW of their newest practice supplement TRAIN. Drew Kibler (2024 Olympian) and Jake L

8 Things Every 12&U Practice Should Have

In this episode I breakdown the essentials to effective 12&U Practices. If you like this episode check out the other resources at betterswimcoach.com If you're looking

Ways to Make Your Next Season Better

Some different ways you can improve your team this season, if you don't use these at the beginning of the season its never too late. Check out my website www.betterswimc

The Recruiting Process with Peyton Curry

Great conversation with Peyton Curry how she breaks down the college recruiting process for atheltes and parents. I hope this podcast helps you lead your athletes into th

17 Ways to Increase Engagement

Super tactical episode with all the ways I make practice more engaging. Most of them are positive, one of them is not, but I honesty is a great way to move forward. I hop

Difference and Similarities with Elite Athletes

Coaching high level atheltes isn't as different as you think. I hope this helps an aspiring coach to raise the bar for the kids who want to be elite one day. Links: ⁠We

Metrics for Better Kicking

This is a clip from our swim coach live weekly round table and we touched on the topic of kicking. How much we do, how do we measure it, and how we relate it to performan

Coach Like a Champion: How to Lead at Swim Meets

In this episode of The Momentum Coaching Podcast, I dive into what it takes to be the best swim meet coach. From pre-meet prep to deck presence and post-race feedback, le

Reignite Their Fire: Coaching strategies to beat burnout

In this episode of the Momentum Coaching Podcast, we dive into one of the most critical topics in athlete development. How to prevent swimmer burnout. As coaches, we're n

Coaches Corner: Training for Long Course with Garrett Nelson

In this episode of Coach’s Corner, we welcome Coach Garrett Nelson for an in-depth look at training for long course swimming. Coach Garrett shares expert insights on adap

Reigniting the Spark: Getting Your Athletes Excited About Swimming

As a coach, you do more than teach technique you shape a lifelong love for the sport. In this episode, I talk about practical ways to help your athletes rediscover their

Personalized Coaching, Powerful Results

I dive into the power of connection in coaching. This episode explores how trust is the foundation of a strong coach-athlete relationship and how going the extra mile wit

Embracing Pressure: Why It’s Essential in Swimming

In this episode, we dive deep and unpack why pressure isn't something to avoid, it's something to embrace. From race-day nerves to high-stakes training sessions, I explai

Speed Bumps & Speed Boosts from the Pool Deck

From unexpected setbacks to breakthrough moments, I open up about the "speed bumps" that tested my resilience and the "speed boosts" that reignited my passion for the spo

Why Attendance Matters in Swimming: Build Consistency, Progress Faster

Missing practices may seem small—but over time, it can hold swimmers back from reaching their full potential. In this video, Coach Mike breaks down why consistent attenda

Quick Wins in the Water: Coach Mike on Grabbing the Low-Hanging Fruit

In this episode, Swim Coach Mike dives into the concept of "low-hanging fruit"—the easy, high-impact adjustments swimmers can make to quickly level up their performance.

Coaches Corner w/ Jonathan Kaplan- Redefining Swim Success

In this episode of Coach’s Corner, Coach Mike and Coach Jonathan break down how they measure success beyond just wins and losses. From player development and team culture

Coaches Corner w/ Jonathan Kaplan- Behind the lanes

In this episode coaches Jonathan and Mike dive into the ups and downs of everyday life in the coaching world. We discuss the challenges, triumphs, and stories from our ex

The biggest pet peeves of a swim coach

In this episode of Momentum Coaching Podcast , we dive into the little things that truly irk me as a swim coach. From the lack of commitment to how focus can affect train