On The Top Coaching Podcast

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On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 8: Abbie Fish and the Back to Breast Transition Turn

Today we sat down with Abbie Fish, creator and head coach of swimlikeafish.org, where we discuss the nuances and teaching progressions of 3 variations of the backstroke t

Jul 2 2021
32 min

On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 7: Building a "Natural Super Suit" through Dryland!

Listen in on Ritter Sports Performance CEO, Chris Ritter, as he discusses his view on dryland, strength, power, athleticism, neuroplasticity, biomechanics and much more!

Apr 20 2021
36 min

On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 6: Mark Hesse on Long Term Athlete Development, Fostering Love For the Sport, and The "Dressel" Start

Listen in on Former USA Swimming Director of Club Performance, Mark Hesse, as he discusses Long Term Athlete Development at length. We discuss how to work hard AND have f

Sep 9 2020
1 h 02 min

On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 5: Chris Ritter and the Surge Strength Academy

Listen in on Ritter Sports Performance CEO, Chris Ritter, as he discusses his view on dryland, strength, power, athleticism, neuroplasticity, biomechanics and much more!

Sep 1 2020
45 min

On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 4: Zach Mertens #CoachingThroughCovid - College Edition

Listen in on Drury University Assistant Coach, Zach Mertens as he hurdles the obstacles that college teams around the country may face upon reopening & bringing student-a

Jul 21 2020
51 min

On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 3: Jenna Purkey, Mike Anzano, and the "Covid Safe Swim Meet"

Listen in on City of Midland Aqauatics Head Coach Jenna Purkey and Assistant Head Coach Mike Anzano as they walk you through the details, obstacles, hurdles, and tribulat

Jul 17 2020
41 min

On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 2: Dr. Kirk Grand and the Psychophysiology of "Autonomy Based Learning"

Choice, Autonomy, Mindfulness. How can your mindset affect your performance? How can you as a coach, empower your athletes to become free thinkers, mental warriors, embra

Jun 29 2020
1 h 08 min

On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 1: Jonty Skinner and the Tumble Pop

Jonty Skinner is a former world record holding swimmer, club & college coach, and a world renowned student of the sport. Jonty was nice enough to come onto the podcast to

Jun 17 2020
40 min