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.

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