We need to be truth-tellers and call out the negative lies that we and our teammates believe. Let’s face it, practices can be hard. People may start thinking they can’t do it. Meet performances may not produce the times you wanted, and you can spiral into negative self-worth. Make it a habit to call out the lies. Say something like, “That’s not true. You have done hard practices before. You can do this.”
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Life is not easy. Each day holds unique challenges varying from waking up late for practice and missing your pre-workout snack to a serious injury requiring surgery and physical therapy. That doesn’t even include disagreements with your teammates, coaches, or family. What about your finances? Do you always have enough in your account to Venmo
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Headed to Greensboro? If you live anywhere in the states, especially east of the Mississippi, you’re bound to end up at the GAC some point in your swimming career. Traveling can be stressful when it comes to eating out, we got you covered on the where and what to eat when you’re fueling or re-fueling
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Headed to Austin? The University of Texas hosts many large meets year after year. If you live anywhere in the states, you’re bound to end up in Austin at some point in your swimming career. Traveling can be stressful when it comes to eating out, we got you covered on the where and what to
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Maybe you’re new to the Gluten Free (GF) and/or Dairy Free (DF) club or maybe you have been a member for a while. Whatever the case, eating out can be a challenge! What do you do when friends ask if you want to grab a bite to eat or a coach asks for your order
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It’s nice to have a plan. It makes us feel like we’re in control and have anticipated all that could go wrong. But what do you do when something unexpected happens? We choose to freak out or pivot. Pivoting is changing our path without changing the goal. While this can be unsettling at best, it’s
Headed to Buffalo? ECC hosts many large meets in the Northeast. If you live East of the Mississippi, there’s a good chance you’ll end up in Buffalo at one point for a meet. Traveling can be stressful when it comes to eating out, we got you covered on the where and what to eat when
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Here are some tips and options for where you might eat and how to manage your nutrition in Irvine, California. Here’s a summary of the key points to keep in mind: Restaurants close to the pool: -Yard house -Open 11am-12am – 620 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618 (949)753-9373 https://www.yardhouse.com/locations/ca/irvine/irvine-irvine-spectrum-center/8303?cmpid=br:yh_ag:ie_ch:loc_ca:YHGMB_sn:gmb_gt:irvine-ca-8303_pl:locurl_rd:1003 -Chipotle Mexican Grill– Open 10:30am-10pm731 Spectrum Center
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If you’re competing at The Ohio State, here are some great restaurants where swimmers can enjoy a meal that’s both tasty and beneficial for recovery.
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If you’re traveling to Mount Hood for a meet and need places to eat without going through the hassle of scouring locations and menus, we have you covered! The Mount Hood Community College Aquatic Center has tons of great restaurants all around it, and we’ve put together some of the best places and meals all
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