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A Correction To The Calculations Of Stroke Length

by admin.mediterra | 16 Apr, 2023

One thing I love about writing blogs is the convenience of going back and correcting mistakes when I become aware of them. It was just pointed out to me that I jumbled two concepts into one at the end of the previous article The Purpose Of Measuring Stroke Length...

Do You Have Too Many Constraints Or Not Enough?

by Coach Mat | 19 Mar, 2023

What is a constraint? a limit a boundary a rule a fence or corral We all have constrained imposed upon us by facts of physics, biology, and ecology or set by our culture or even by unique personal features. But here we are discussing the usefulness of voluntarily...

Moving From Lessons To Practice

by Coach Mat | 5 Jan, 2020

Do you know what the difference is between a lesson and a practice? And, when is the right time for one or for the other? Here are some definitions I am working with to help students identify their current needs and help me plan activities to fit those needs. A lesson...

An Update From Coach Terry

by Coach Mat | 6 Aug, 2016

I have a stack of topics begging me to be finished and published, but today I wanted to pass on to your a link to TI Head Coach Terry’s inspirational update on his cancer treatment and experience. I will likely post my next article for you within a few days. It...

More Pearls Of TI Insight

by Coach Mat | 31 Jan, 2014

Since you are reading this blog on a regular basis, I would like to invite you to sign up to receive another one by email – The TI Academy blog. This blog produces short, inspirational, practical tips culled directly from a wide range of Total Immersion teaching...

Does Swimming Burn Fat?

by Coach Mat | 4 Apr, 2011

Our bodies are incredibly adaptive. As a matter of fact, each one of us have a body that has faithfully adapted to our lifestyle. Or, in otherwords, our bodies accurately reflect the lifestyle we have chosen. Yes, that body of yours, of mine, has expertly suited...