What Happens in Your Swimmer's Brain When Teammates Cheer

What Happens in Your Swimmer's Brain When Teammates Cheer

What Happens in Your Swimmer's Brain When Teammates CheerYelena Gidenko, PhD
Published on: 06/29/2026

Learn why cheering at swim meets is more than good sportsmanship. Neuroscience shows it boosts performance, strengthens team culture, and benefits both the swimmer racing and the teammate cheering.

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Why Some Swimmers Bounce Back After a Bad Race and Others Spiral

Why Some Swimmers Bounce Back After a Bad Race and Others Spiral

Why Some Swimmers Bounce Back After a Bad Race and Others SpiralYelena Gidenko, PhD
Published on: 06/06/2026

The race matters, but the meaning assigned to it matters more. Discover how cognitive reframing helps swimmers build resilience after setbacks.

Sports Parenting + Brain Health
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