Your Swimmer Is Training More Than Their Stroke

Your Swimmer Is Training More Than Their Stroke

Your Swimmer Is Training More Than Their StrokeYelena Gidenko, PhD
Published on: 09/11/2026

Your swimmer is training more than technique. See how swimming also shapes attention, recovery, resilience, and emotional responses, and what sports parents can practice alongside them.

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When Your Swimmer Wants to Quit: A Brain-Based Guide for Sports Moms

When Your Swimmer Wants to Quit: A Brain-Based Guide for Sports Moms

When Your Swimmer Wants to Quit: A Brain-Based Guide for Sports MomsYelena Gidenko, PhD
Published on: 01/11/2026

When your swimmer talks about quitting, it can feel like everything is changing. Learn how to respond with clarity, steadiness, and confidence as a sports mom.

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You're Not a 'Crazy Swim Parent.' You're a Human. Here's How to Stay Sane.

You're Not a 'Crazy Swim Parent.' You're a Human. Here's How to Stay Sane.

You're Not a 'Crazy Swim Parent.' You're a Human. Here's How to Stay Sane.Yelena Gidenko, PhD
Published on: 01/05/2026

If swim meets are turning you into a time-checking, overthinking parent, these 5 practical strategies will help you calm the pressure and enjoy the journey again.

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