Mental | Mediterra Swim & Run

Full Attention Required

by Coach Mat | 26 Nov, 2016

We are continuing our series on the application of Deliberate Practice in our way of training: Part 1 – The Definition Of Deliberate Practice Part 2 – Follow A Proven Effective Path Part 3 – Difficult And Enjoyable Practice Part 4 – Focus On...

Be Present During Movement

by Coach Mat | 30 Jul, 2016

I’ve written a lot lately about mindfulness – since it happens to be a central theme in our coaching. Mindfulness is not just for perfecting the stroke and improving the experience, it is also about reading the subtle signals of the body you would not...

Remain In This Moment

by Coach Mat | 9 Jul, 2016

One nice thing about being back in USA is that we have pools that open at 05:00 in the morning, and I love early morning swims (and runs). Upon returning from Turkey last week, I went to my fitness club early one morning to find the pool was closed for repairs. They...

Leave The Pool…

by Coach Mat | 30 Apr, 2016

In the previous post Alternatives On A Tough Day I talked about what to do when you don’t feel the its best thing to do your pool assignment. Here is another way to approach a practice when you have less than your best available. It’s a simple but profound...

Alternatives On A Tough Day

by Coach Mat | 23 Apr, 2016

We all have tough days when things in life are weighing heavy on the body and mind. There are times when we don’t feel like going to the pool, or we don’t feel like doing much when we get there. If you have one of these days, and decide that doing...

Why Build Skill?

by Coach Mat | 19 Sep, 2015

If you are reading this blog, most likely you are interested in improving your swimming skill, whether you are a fitness, competitive or adventure swimmer. So, you don’t really need to be convinced of this further. But, like me, you certainly notice the majority...