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Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideWhy College Football's Looming Collapse Endangers All Youth Sports and How to Prevent ItCoach Mark Rauterkus worries that the looming crisis in college football will create a ripple effects across all college sports. He outlines a reform plan, highlights recent program cuts, and offers a path forward. You'll learn in episode #89 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide: The urgent need to reform college football before it collapses and drags other sports down. Key takeaways from Coach Nick Saban's interview (Episode 88) and the reform package available at 4rs.org. The fallout from Cal Baptist cutting its men's Division I swimming & diving team and the di...
2026-02-1405 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideNick Saban's Five Enemies of Greatness via My New Best Friend at The 7 Minute Leadership PodHow Entitlement, Discipline, and Complacency Undermine Teams – Insights From Saban Inside Penn State's Quarter‑Billion Dollar Athletic Budget and Its Profit Margins In episode #88 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, you'll meet my new best friend, Paul Falavolito and a snip from his show, The 7 Minute Leadership Podcast. He shares Nick Saban's "Five Enemies of Greatness."
2026-02-1215 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideHeavy or Not? The Doping Crisis No One Wants to Talk About | OG Swim Guide #90Doping at 69?! The Ugly Truth About Recreational Sports. Say "No" to Enhanced Athletes and Their Games In Episode 90 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, we peek into two shocking doping cases. One is involving a 69-year-old Masters athlete and the other is with a 41-year-old cyclist busted at a Gran Fondo. No prize money. No fame. Just ego, insecurity, and a culture obsessed with optimization. When does "biohacking" become cheating? Is TRT just wellness… or is it performance enhancement? And what happens to sport when authenticity gets replaced with chemistry? T...
2026-02-1217 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCoaching Burnout and Safety: Uncovering the Hidden Crisis in Our Sports Culture Survey says, 91.9% of coaches say they love what they do… so why are nearly 85% of them facing burnout and ready to quit? The Coaching Crisis is here, now. Few are talking about it — but Barry Healey of BC Canada is. A SafeSport report on its coaches survey began by exposing the hidden crisis in U.S. sports — where passion for coaching is crushed by politics, pressure, and lack of support. Parents, Politics & Pressure = Burnout The biggest burnout driver for coaches? It's not the kids. It's the parents, the politics, and the imposs...
2026-02-0309 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideIf you're a new coach, this is your unfair advantage…The path to elite swim coaching isn't what you think—mentors, conversations, and unspoken rules are more powerful than any degree or software. Episode #84 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide explores truths behind elite swim coaching with insights from a 2023 international survey of 123 top coaches. Discover how these pros actually learn, coach, and use (or ignore) technology. And, we wonder have things changed so much in the past few years. Peer‑to‑peer learning dominates – 89% say conversations with other coaches are their primary knowledge source. Mentorship matters – 81% have a mentor; over three‑quarters rate that relations...
2026-02-0225 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideAthletic Matrix Formulation - From General Prep to TaperHeavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, episode #86, goes to the realm of a TRACK coach. Much of the planning is similar to swimming and other sports. Unlock the secret behind elite performance: a step‑by‑step guide to building a winning training matrix. Learn how to turn a chaotic schedule into a precise, adaptable roadmap for any athlete. The three‑tier hierarchy: training plan, program, and matrix explained Coach Jose's 8‑week sprint matrix: phases, intensity, volume, and recovery How to progress workouts safely while boosting performance When and how to adjust the matrix for real‑world athl...
2026-02-0107 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideAI Coaching Wizard: Grant Application for Transforming Youth Swimming into a Community‑Driven Learning LabSee the proposal on the web at https://lap.red/moonshot-grant-2026/ Reimagining Pool Coaching: AI Connects, Learns, and Empowers Young Athletes Welcome to episode 85 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, where we reveal a grant proposal to the Remake Learning Network to build an AI‑powered Coaching Wizard for youth swimming programs. We'll explain the vision, the tech, the partnership model, the budget, and the roadmap to launch. The core concept: AI as a connector, not a director, to spark reflection and conversation. How the Coaching Wizard works: personalized prompts...
2026-01-2607 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCollege Football Is Broken — This Radical Fix Might Save ItWith chaotic realignments, rigged outcomes, and rising costs — this proposal might present the best hope to save the sport we love. This episode breaks down a bold proposal to reset everything — from the playoff system to who even gets to compete. The NCAA system is broken — and Heavy Or Not, episode #83, lays out the urgent blueprint to fix it. From rigged playoff paths to disappearing rivalries, NCAA Division I football has become less about performance and more about power. In this summary of the 4Rs.org reform proposal, we explore a bold new structur...
2026-01-1429 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideRelegation Revealed: How Promotion Can Revitalize American Sports and College FootballRelegation & Promotion as part of Sports Reform, especially for NCAA Football D1 Pods In Episode 82 of Heavy or Not, Mark Rauterkus and Barry Healey break down how relegation and promotion work in European soccer and why these concepts could transform American sports. They dive into the mechanics, incentives, and how a U.S. version might look. How parachute payments soften the financial blow for relegated clubs The playoff system that lets teams 3‑6 fight for promotion Real‑world examples: Wolves beating Man U, Canadian owners climbing from the bottom Why a tiered...
2026-01-1206 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSteps for Fixing NCAA DI Football: Structure Changes Begin by Blowing Up the Conferences. Return to Regional RivalsCollege football needs a structural reset, and Mark Rauterkus lays out a clear, geography‑first plan for a top‑flight "pod" system. In this episode we break down the proposed 80‑team tier, regional pods, and how promotion and relegation would work. The 80‑team "top tier" built on performance, not brand prestige. Eight regional pods (Gridiron, Trench, Tackle, Pressure, Block, Blitz, Huddle, Grandstand) and their member schools. Promotion/relegation: yearly movement of five teams between the top tier and sub‑tiers. Preserving traditional rivalries and reducing travel through geographic clustering. How the model controls spending, improves competitive balance, a...
2026-01-1116 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCal Baptist Cuts Men's Swim & Dive Team: A Costly Consequence of Division I AmbitionsFrom NAIA Champions to Elimination: The Rise and Fall of CBU Men's Swimming Coach Steve Friederang Speaks Out on Lost Opportunities for Male Swimmers at CBU The Cal Baptist men's swim team has been cut, sparking debate over Division I moves, Title IX, and the future of smaller collegiate sports. Hear coach Steve break down what went wrong and why it matters. In this episode you'll learn: The history of Cal Baptist's swim program from NAIA champs to Division I. How facility decisions and budgeting errors contributed to the cut.
2026-01-0816 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSchool Sports Saved -- past position paper turned the tide of massive cutsIn episode #79 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, we break down a prior war with the Pittsburgh school‑district's Superintendent of Schools. She had a proposal to slash $600 K in sports programs and the comprehensive counter‑proposal helped keep those programs alive. It wasn't a victory, but it wasn't a defeat. Coach Mark walks through the financial, strategic, and community arguments that turned a budget cut into a reform opportunity. The district's cut list (high‑school swimming, tennis, golf; middle‑school volleyball, wrestling; all intramurals) and the $600 K savings claim. Highlights...
2026-01-0509 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideLevel 1 Swim Secrets from Suriname and Coach YashCoach Yash Daryanani shares his Goldwater Sports coaching system, from philosophy to day‑to‑day session management. Learn the core principles that helped him build national teams and clinics. What you'll learn in this episode, #78 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide: Coaching philosophy: discipline, patience, and individual attention as the foundation for swimmer development. Essential safety & pool‑management practices (pre‑session checks, shadowing, emergency preparedness). Setting clear parent‑coach boundaries and communication rules. Teaching fundamentals for 10‑and‑under swimmers: water confidence, breathing, kick drills, and fun‑based skill games....
2025-12-2908 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSteps along the pathway for a coach's wellness journeyBarry Healey cares about the coaching profession and aims to improve sports In this candid conversation, episode #77 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, coaches Barry Healey and Mark Rauterkus discuss the real‑world challenges of running a swim program. Wellness matters to those on the pool decks. Burnout to compliance…. They sharing practical tricks that actually work. Learn how small changes can protect coaches, calm parents, and boost program growth. What you'll discover: The hidden costs of coach burnout and why many lack a support system. Proven strategies for mana...
2025-12-2211 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideChallenge Accepted: Filling the Big Data Void in AquaticsNicole's heavy lift. A vision for data collection for swimming instruction. Nicole Fairfield explains why the aquatic education field lacks solid research data and how her Joyful Waters curriculum craved that data. She aims to fill the research gap and is planting seeds for scientific validation for all types of aquatic developmental benchmarks. She also outlines the vision for a secure, comprehensive database to track developmental and adaptive outcomes. In this episode, #76, of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, you'll hear from the ambitious instructor in Georgia and learn:
2025-12-1915 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideThis Polo Coach Cracked the Code to Athlete Growth (No Pool Needed) The 30-Day System That's Transforming Young Athletes – Here's How "Everyone says hard work is the key… but what if that's not enough? In this episode, we unpack a 30-day system that's turning water polo players into unstoppable athletes — and it might just change how you train forever." In this episode of Heavy Or Not, we dive deep into Coach Ron Usher's 30-day growth system built for young water polo players but powerful for any athlete striving to improve. From mindset to skill development to daily habits, this episode unpacks the core principles behind real a...
2025-12-1607 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim Guide400 IM - How Phelps and Marchand set records and insights from India's Coach Partha. Negative SPLITUnlock the secrets behind mastering the 400 IM with elite coach from India, Partha Pratim Majumdar. Learn the strategic, aerobic, and mental tools that power world‑record swims like Phelps and Marchand. In this video you'll discover: Why the 400 IM is a strategic race, not just brute strength nor conditioning, and how the "lactate penalty" impacts performance. How to build a massive aerobic engine by focusing on long‑axis strokes (freestyle & backstroke). The "200‑meter rule" and why mastering each 200 -meter stroke guarantees a smoother 400 IM. Training methods for negative splits, including progressive 400 IM intervals and race‑pace simulations. Menta...
2025-12-1510 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideRich Coach or Poor Coach -- Get a Learn To Swim Lesson Program and UCANSwim.org can help"From Drowning Stats to Million‑Dollar Swim Schools: How Coaches Turn Pools into Profit (and Safety)‑First Empires" Swim Coaches Can Earn Six Figures by Adding Structured Lesson Sessions The Australian Success Secret: Integrated Lesson Programs Drive Performance and Profit In this episode, Steve Friederang breaks down why every swim coach should run a lesson program—and how it can become a serious revenue stream while boosting safety and recruitment. He shares real‑world numbers, proven strategies, and the pitfalls to watch out for. Why lesson programs are essential...
2025-12-1208 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideNegotiated Surrender - Vote‑of‑No‑Confidence for the Head Coach Highlights Team's end-of-season BanquetSafety Dilemma and League Issues. Have mercy on the Foxes as they are sly! In episode #72 of Heavy or Not we break down the bizarre "vote‑of‑no‑confidence" resignation tactic of a Fox Chapel Area high‑school coach and its athletic department. Sure, there is a deeper safety and fairness crisis driving it. Plus, I'm certain some wire pullers are lurking like sly foxes do. We also explore the district's league‑restructuring proposal and why athletic reform matters now more than ever. What you'll learn: How a coach's "negotiated surrender" forces par...
2025-12-1020 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideHow Insurance Gaps and Governance Failures Threaten Swim Coaches' CareersHow Insurance Gaps and Governance Failures Threaten Swim Coaches' Careers Uninsured. Unheard. Undervalued. Real challenges facing swim coaches are pondered. Why they're left out of the decision‑making table, the insurance maze, and what's needed to keep the sport of swimming (and others) thriving. Coach Barry Healey, BC, Canada, and Mark Rauterkus, International Swim Coaches Association in the USA, break down the roadblocks and propose concrete steps. Why coaches aren't at the table with health and policy makers. The tangled insurance landscape (LEI, Lloyd's, Marker, SwimBC, Swim Ca...
2025-12-1033 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSwimming's Geo Political $.02 - Tiny snip of a conversation with Jonty, Dennis and MarkTake a peek at Coach Jonty's holistic approach to athlete development and the geopolitical factors shaping swimming. This clip highlights a few insights from Jonty Skinner's recent WAFSU seminar. In this video you'll learn: How Coach Jonty connects with kids and leverages holistic development. The genetic and regional patterns that produce world‑class runners and swimmers. South Africa's historical impact on elite athletics and its modern swimming scene. Emerging swimming talent from Tunisia and broader African nations. Where to watch the full two‑hour seminar on wafsu.org an...
2025-12-0908 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideChristmas Break Just Got Lit - AI generated anthem to launch your holiday training with serious vibes. (#Plan Now)The Swim Team Song You Didn't Know You Needed An AI Made This Swim Team Song You won't believe what happens when AI writes a holiday anthem for swim teams heading into Christmas break! Christmas Break Planning Happens NOW. Swimmers, this one's for YOU. Episode #68 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide drops a brand new AI-generated song to launch your holiday training with serious vibes! This AI-generated track is about to become your new favorite swim team anthem for winter break. Okay, we...
2025-12-0407 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideHire Coach Terry Smith, says a PSU fan, because ... (Know your why) Heavy Or Not, #67Matt made signs and took them to the recent games and sent a letter to the President of Penn State University to support Terry Smith. It seems like you are under a lot of pressure to deliver a national championship. You may not remember me, but we met briefly in the Marriott lobby the day before the Rose Bowl. You were kind enough to record a quick, encouraging message for my friend's wife while she was battling cancer. That moment stayed with me—and with my friend—for a very long time. That video meant more to thei...
2025-12-0211 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideRecruiting Heart Over Hype Episode #66 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide Small-school recruiting, inspiring youth through swimming, international outreach, and Kyle's unique journey in swim development. UPJ Might Be the Best Kept Secret in College Swimming. D2 schools can attract elite talent, and Coach Kile Zimmer is building at UPJ. He might change your mind about the value of a branch campus! From Dubai to Johnstown – This Coach is Recruiting Worldwide too. Coach Kile Zimmer isn't just building a swim team, he's crafting a campus community. Hear how he's reaching athletes from India, France, Brazil, and beyond.
2025-12-0122 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideNavigating Division Shifts: Swim Coach, Kile Zeller on St. Francis's Move from D1 to D3Now at UPJ and focused on recruiting with a local priority but international hopes. Building a Competitive Swim Program at UPJ: Scholarships, Recruiting, and Team Culture From Tears to Triumph: How St. Francis Swimmers Stayed Strong After Division Change There is no playbook on that heavy administrative downgrade. The Coach‑Athlete Relationship: Trust, Recovery, and Performance in Collegiate Swimming Balancing Academics and Athletics: Affordable Tuition and Scholarship Strategies at UPJ Recruiting with Heart: Why Coach Zeller Prioritizes Team Fit Over Finances Taper Strategies Across Sports: Less...
2025-12-0115 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideHead Swim Coach Kile Zeller, launching new NCAA M&W D2 squads at UPJ - Open for OpportunitiesLife at University of Pittsburgh Johnstown: Campus Beauty, Close‑Knit Community, and Opportunities for Athletes Get a behind‑the‑scenes look at Coach Kyle Zeller's first year building a D‑II men's & women's swim program at UPJ— from historic PSAC meet wins to the next‑gen recruiting playbook. Watch how he turns a modest pool into a squad where the person comes first. He is keeping student‑athletes front of mind. What's Covered: Building a competitive PSAC program and historic meet qualification Recruiting tactics: internal talent, high‑school stars & value propositions Marketing & outreach: podcasts, local media, coa...
2025-11-2715 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideElite Coaching (and Athletics) is a Heavy LifestyleElite coaching isn't a myth. It's a choice and science built on relentless work, crystal‑clear goals, and total alignment of mind, heart, and body. In this episode of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, #63, we break down some of the bits of what it takes to train like the world's top athletes. What "elite" really means and why it's a whole different universe from ordinary competition The brutal training load: 12 sessions/week, 6 hours/day, 24,000 m of swimming daily The three‑key framework: mind (goal clarity), heart (inner drive), body (smart recovery) The seven pillars of elite coaching...
2025-11-2307 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideThe Gift of Swimming Propulsion with Dr. Maglischo's insightSwimming Mechanics: Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide The Science of Speed: Unpacking Resistance and Propulsion in Elite Swimming Doctor Ernie Maglischo is an ISCA & ASCA Hall of Fame Coach and still updating his most recent ebooks. Understand the biomechanics of swimming and explore how elite athletes generate propulsive force and minimize water resistance in the pool. Drawing on expert analysis, we examine the fundamental characteristics of water flow, classifying water as a semi-solid whose density is over 800 times greater than air. Learn how competitive swimmers battle resistive drag—including form drag (profi...
2025-11-2108 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCoaches Don't Just Win Games. They Build Brands.From Locker Room to Loyalty Loop: The Sports Marketing Journey of Purpose. Coaches must handle the technical side, the physical side and all the Xs and Os. But let's Think again about sports marketing. Dr. Olena Timasheva, sports marketing professor in the university presented to the international audience at WAFSU.org and was able to reveal the coaches roles in digital strategy, sponsorship, and fan engagement. More than motivators, coaches today are key to driving revenue, fan connection, and team brand identity. Blending the intensity of the game with the science of segmentation i...
2025-11-1716 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideShoulder Rotation Is a Key to Unlocking Swimming SpeedHidden Biomechanics of Shoulder Medial Rotation That Separate Good Swimmers From Great Alert: This episode is better if viewed with the video due to the descriptive words used by Coach Steve. See: https://youtu.be/VazazjPHUOc?si=rXhOX8V5liI-Uc-N Swim faster by mastering shoulder medial rotation. Coach Steve Friederang breaks down why this subtle cue makes or breaks your pull in all four strokes. Join Coach in a lesson with two aspiring swimmers and hear how he thinks and explains this vital move. Why medial shoulder rotation is the key to an...
2025-11-1416 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideEmpowering Female Athletes - Course. Plus a Grant and VC pitch for investmentUnlocking Potential with girls, grants and angel investors in Youth Coaching Discover how to coach girls effectively and learn about a new scalable aquatic platform, all in this episode, #59, of Heavy Or Not. Quick updates on multiple topics. CoachingHer supplies the free digital toolkit, created by Dr. Nicole LaVoi and the Tucker Center, by visiting Read.SwimISCA.org. Core psychological needs for female athletes: competence, choice, and care – presented as a simple cycle. The CoachingHer pyramid: physiological basics → safety → belonging → esteem → self‑actualization. Then, the second application for the $50,000 Moonshot Aquatics Grant. There...
2025-11-0811 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideWas Illegal, Now Genius? This Backstroke Move Is Finishing FastCoach Steve Friederang unpacks a technique with private-lesson athletes that's bending by-gone rules without breaking them. Could this be the biggest backstroke breakthrough since dolphin kicks off the wall? In this episode of Heavy Or Not - The OG Swim Guide, biomechanist and elite swim coach Steve Friederang breaks down a newly misunderstood, and presently underused, backstroke finishing technique in forward thinking swimming: the underwater kicking returns at the finish for speedy backstroke. With a recent rule change allowing swimmers to submerge in the final 5 meters of a backstroke race, Steve shares how he...
2025-11-0622 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideProtecting Swim Coaches: Insurance Solutions for Peace of Mind and RetentionIn this episode of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, we discuss why insurance coverage is a critical need for swimming coaches and how Barry Healey with ISCA and the BC Swimming Coaches Association are working on the discovery for solutions to fortify the profession and passions of coaches. What you'll learn: What if every coach had $1‑2 M in liability insurance and lawyer support. Let's consider all the modern risks of going uninsured. Real‑world scenarios that have cost coaches financially and mentally. How advocates are negotiating insurance options and potential membership fees. Plans for a join...
2025-11-0418 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideWe Are: College Swimming 101 with Penn State's Hollie Bonewit-CronCatch the latest deep‑dive with Penn State swimming head coach Hollie Bonewit‑Cron as she breaks down recruiting, training schedules, and the evolving college‑swim landscape. From dual‑meet highlights against Pitt to her career path and future plans, get the key takeaways from a clinic to coaches when she was in her first season as the head coach in Happy Valley. In this video you'll learn: How Penn State structures its practice groups, pool assignments, and daily training blocks. The current recruiting pipeline, international talent, and scholarship timelines for the classes. Holly's coaching philosophy on culture...
2025-10-2856 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSwim Data Crisis Looms Large with USA Swimming Time Sharing Is USA Swimming Holding the Sport Hostage? USA Swimming's data drama is setting the sport back decades — and it's hurting athletes, families, and innovation. Here's what they're not telling you... Why Swim Times Are Disappearing Imagine training all year only for your swim times to vanish into thin air. This podcast exposes the growing blackout and the fight for data transparency. The Swim Data Crisis No One Is Talking About Developers are quitting. Parents are confused. Swimmers are in the dark. The future of competitive swimming depends on solving this data nightmare. In this candid conversation we hea...
2025-10-1318 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideThe Single: Vintage Vibes, Machine MadeAfter repeated requests, this single is being lifted from the rewind show, #50, at the end of season one and put into its own episode. CDs were pressed and offered at The Eastern States Clinic and elsewhere, but too few have CD players. Go figure. Enjoy the tune delivered by recycled electrons. Its message is a calling for you to do a complete rewind of the prior episodes. Binge on the content and skip into the future with confidence! But no running on the pool deck. This song shows what happens when AI writes a track f...
2025-10-0803 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideFive+ Game-Changing Ideas You Haven't Heard Yet -- just revealed at the Eastern States ClinicNew Roundtable Series for for Aquatic Professionals and Coaches: Insurance, Intellectual Property, Technology, Fun & Games, and Broadcasting What Every Coach Needs to Hear From the OG Swim Guy Coach Mark Rauterkus breaks down new coaching resources, roundtables, and media opportunities for swim professionals. Watch to learn how you can get involved, access free content, and stay ahead in the industry. Overview of the five weekly roundtables: CYA (insurance), IP in the pool, Tech, Fun & Games, and Broadcasting. Details on WAFSU.org webinars and seminars for schools, universities, and international coaches. Pathways to present your ow...
2025-10-0711 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideNavigating Aquatics with Mark Rauterkus: Water Polo, AI Tools, and Community Coaching StrategiesThis episode of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, jumps into a podcast from friend and we replay a recent releaseof Navigating Neva. We had a sit down interview with Nicole and Wes -- and myself, Mark Rauterkus. The coach, podcaster, and ISCA contributor comes gushing about and we explore how swimming, water polo, and tech are reshaping aquatics today. We cover: How Mark launched the "Heavy Or Not" podcast and his vision for expanding its reach. Using water polo to keep swimmers engaged and create a pipeline for lifelong aquatic participation. Mark's diverse coaching b...
2025-09-1950 min
Navigating NevaMark RauterkusSend us a textIn this episode of Navigating Neva, Nicole and Wes welcome Mark — host of the Heavy or Not podcast, ISCA contributor, and longtime advocate for gameplay and water polo.We dive into:Why water polo is one of the most unique (and underrated) sports in aquatics.How gameplay keeps kids engaged and builds long-term swim development.The vision and impact of ISCA (International Swim Coaches Association).The story behind Heavy or Not — and how Mark decides what’s truly “heavy.”💬 Subscribe to keep making waves with us every week as we highlight...
2025-09-1850 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim Guide#52 - Must hear stories of a Football QB, Fall Baseball and first words from the new CEO at USA SwimmingIt is a great time to be alive and there are some cliff hangers within! David, a devoted athlete turned Doctor and researcher is deploying AI in off-brand discoveries. This is a peek at a MUST HEAR podcast from another source, Radiolab. Experience a flashback to tracks from a campaign CD with a fall baseball story from Meg Barnhouse. It is chilly and dark under the lights and parents are watching. In the final segment, new USA Swimming CEO issued his first statement that lost me on the "one of...
2025-09-1217 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSports Reform: Unraveling Canada's Fragmented Sports System: Funding, Governance, and the Push for Safe SportFrom Broken Networks to Unified Protection: Reforming Canada's Sport Landscape for All Participants In this episode of Heavy or Not – Season 2 - #51 we report on Canada's fragmented sports system, its chronic funding gaps, and why safe sport is now the top priority. We also examine the current complaint mechanisms and explore concrete proposals for a unified, safer future. How Canada's multi‑layered sport governance (federal, provincial, NSOs, CSOs) creates funding and safety challenges. The link between chronic under‑funding, the "Own the Podium" model, and rising abuse scandals. Existing safe‑sport frameworks (SDRCC, OSIC, CCES) and critical ga...
2025-09-0525 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCapstone to Season 1 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide (podcast with folk songs)Season 1 of Heavy Or Not proves that swimming isn't just about laps; it's a dynamic ecosystem where mindset, technology, community and history intertwine. By applying these 50 lessons / episodes / jump-cuts about training the brain, fine‑tuning the kick, welcoming AI, building inclusive programs, and defending our pools, you'll elevate not only your athletes' performance but also the entire swimming culture around you. So the next time you're planning a practice, remember: every stroke, every supplement, and every conversation can be a step toward a stronger, smarter, and more resilient swim community. Listen and react.
2025-08-2636 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCalled Out: The USA Swimming Leadership Bubble with Demands for Transparent Reform from Michael Phelps and Gold Medal Mel (SwimSwam's Mel Stewart)Reforming USA Swimming: A Blueprint for Transparency, Athlete Services, and Grassroots Growth In episode #49 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, we amplify and break down the growing, explosive, criticism of USA Swimming from Michael Phelps and SwimSwam publisher, Mel Stewart. They, among many others, are exposing a leadership crisis that threatens the sport's future. Phelps points to the steep drop in U.S. Olympic medal share (57% → 44%) and blames weak board governance. He presents a coalition‑backed, three‑step reform plan: independent board review, athlete‑first services, and grassroots growth. Stewart labels the...
2025-08-1619 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideDr. Tom's App - From Classroom to Phone: How a Real‑Life Avatar App Saves Lives in PoolsDiscover how Dr. Tom Griffiths turned an eight‑year quest into a free, lifeguard‑training app that simulates real drowning scenarios. Learn why it's a game‑changer for both everyday swimmers and aquatic facilities. In this jump-cut of Heavy Or Not, #48, you'll see: The eight‑year development timeline, funding, and partnership challenges. Real‑life‑based simulation scenes that train users to spot victims instantly. Free public access and instant feedback that tracks performance and improvement. A low‑cost subscription option for facilities to monitor lifeguard training data. How th...
2025-08-0808 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideFree: Coaching, NIL, and the Real Meaning of GrowthEpisode 47 – Free: Coaching, NIL, and the Real Meaning of Growth Podcast: Heavy Or Not – The OG Swim Guide Presented by ISCA & U Can Swim In this episode, we take a wide-angle view of the word "free"—through the lens of coaching, NIL decisions, and athlete development. We begin with insights from Coach Nick Saban on recruiting and the dangers of chasing money over long-term development. Saban reminds us: when pro teams call about a player, they don't ask how much he played as a freshman—they ask, "What kind of person is he?" Character, leadership, trustwor...
2025-08-0511 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideAI in Sports: Bridging the Gap Between Human Intuition and Machine PrecisionThe evolving world of sports coaching hits into AI with our latest jump cut, where technology meets tradition. Discover how AI is reshaping the landscape of swimming and athletic performance. Explore the integration of AI in sports coaching and its impact on performance. Learn about the role of AI in analyzing biomechanics and providing real-time feedback. Understand the balance between human coaching instincts and machine precision. Discover the future of coaching with AI-driven tools and their benefits. Get insights into the latest tech acquisitions in the AI search space, including Apple's rumored purchase of Perplexity AI.
2025-07-2210 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideExploring the Emotional and Social Benefits of Wild Swimming in Scotland + Counting Losses and Radio Lab storyGet a peek at the fascinating world of wild swimming in Scotland and explore some academic research that ponders the unique values and community connections it fosters. Discover how the Act Framework offers a fresh perspective on understanding human-nature interactions. Explore the concept of wild swimming and its cultural ecosystem services. Learn about an Open Water Group of mostly women and its role in valuing nature interactions. Discover the four personas of wild swimmers and their unique community dynamics. Understand the challenges and benefits of wild swimming for women in Scotland. Examine how current policies might unintentionally hinder...
2025-07-2023 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideHyper Care and Out of the Woods Story & Pointer to DrownedBaby.orgA.I. is On Fire First, a bit of an A.I. success story of a company less than 3 years old, and operated by one founder and a handful of others called Base 44. The company was acquired by WIX for millions. A.I. is hot, and this is proof. Source on the Base 44 acquisition is Nomi, Nomiki Petrolla at or of The SaaS Accelerator for Women, and Instagram at nomikipetrolla. A seldom told Story of Hyperbaric Therapy: A Lifeline for Drowning Victims In this jump cut, #44, we visit an episode of...
2025-07-1429 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideFlooding Emotions, Queen and Worker Bees, Enhanced Games and Supplementing Your Income with Feel Good, Natural SupplementsHeavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, #43 Lots are jamming into this jump cut, as the range of topics spans from the emotional impact of the flash flooding in Texas to the impact of nutrition on bees to the potential benefits of health activators. Explore an intersection of science, health, and personal growth. The fascinating role of diet in determining the fate of queen bees and worker bees. The serious concerns surrounding the Enhanced Games and those anti-doping regulations have teeth worth avoiding. The potential health benefits of NRF2 activators and their impact...
2025-07-0926 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideDirect River Abstraction to Vertical Aquatic and Invites to Real Talk and Growth42 is with a call to action and some calls to meet. More from Mick & Sue. Protecting the Thames River near London A much-loved open water swimming spot near Teddington on the River Thames is at risk. Thames Water's proposed Teddington Direct River Abstraction (TDRA) scheme plans to remove up to 75 million liters of river water daily during droughts, replacing it with treated sewage effluent pumped year-round from the Mogden Sewage Treatment Works. This spot is more than just a body of water. It's a sanctuary for swimmers, paddlers, rowers...
2025-07-0509 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideKnow the ways are the winds are blowing: Saving grace on lessons, schools, a kayaker and AIHeavy Or Not #41 explores four critical topics. Concise discussion on pressing issues and innovative solutions. Exploring how NZ Drowning Prevention went into a floating frenzy. School closures and Equity Concerns raised in public comment by a parent with cutting perspective to Pittsburgh Public Schools. Canadian teen makes a heroic water rescue. She saves a kayaker in Georgian Bay, Ontario. AI Innovations: Real-Time Speech Translation and Accent Conversion in Google Meet and Krisp.
2025-06-3009 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideExploring Sustainable Pool Models: Balancing Subsidies and Private Sector Initiatives in AquaticsHeavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, #40. Innovative Pool and Team Management: Leveraging Private Sector and Community Partnerships Enhancing Aquatic Programs: Integrating Fitness and Health for Sustainable Pool Operations Insightful discussion with Swim OGs, Mick and Sue Nelson, as they delve into the challenges and solutions surrounding pool, team and aquatic management, planning and programming. Discover how innovative approaches can transform the future of swimming facilities. Explore the financial fears and sustainability issues of subsidized pool models. Learn about the role of private sector and entrepreneurial coaches in pool management.
2025-06-2319 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideExperience the Adventure of Open Water Swimming with ISCA's Events + Stroke CountingOpen water swimming insights from the International Swim Coaches Association's upcoming festivals. Discover why these events are more than just races and how they can enhance your swimming skills. Overview of the East Coast Open Water Festival and the new Jamestown Open Water Festival. Detailed race formats, including The Great Knockout and family-friendly options. Comprehensive safety measures and protocols in place for participants. Benefits of open water swimming, from endurance to mental resilience. Practical tips for transitioning from pool swimming to open water challenges. Join u...
2025-06-2216 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSwimming's Local Initiatives Must Drive Downing Prevention and Water Safety Awareness#38 Navigating the Complexities of Drowning Prevention in a Changing Political Climate - part 2 with Sue and Mick Nelson The critical issues surrounding swimming, coaching and community recreation is water safety, and less so the making of gold-medal champions. The challenges faced by aquatic facilities today are on the rise. Closing pools. Indifferent politicians. Tighter budgets. Busy families. Covid too. Discover the trends, obstacles, and solutions in the world of swimming and drowning prevention. The impact of COVID-19 on drowning statistics and swimming lessons. Challenges in maintaining and operating commercial swimming pools. The shortage...
2025-06-1618 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCareer pivots and expansion of services. Sue Nelson's journey to diversify leads to satisfaction and stability.An introducation to Sue Nelson, part 1. Explore the inspiring career-journey of Sue Nelson and her husband, Mick, who transformed their coaching careers by thinking beyond traditional competitive swimming. Discover how they built a thriving aquatics business by embracing innovation and community needs. Learn about the pivotal moment that led Sue to shift from competitive swimming to aquatic fitness and therapy. Explore how they launched Waterway Therapy, a Medicare-certified outpatient agency, and expanded their services. Understand the strategic partnerships they formed with hospitals and fitness organizations. U...
2025-06-1207 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMeta Review: Exploring Themes in Heavy Or Not's first 35 podcast episodes. The OG Swim Guide's Rewind!#36 A Tour of Insights and Coaching Wisdom Episode 36 of "Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide," presents comprehensive tour of the podcast archives from Coach Mark Rauterkus. Whether you're a new listener or a long-time fan, this episode is your chance to catch up on all the valuable insights shared so far. Explore the importance of mindset in sports and how mental reps can enhance athletic performance. Dive into the mechanics of swimming, focusing on kicking, body position, and stroke efficiency. Discover the role of artificial intelligence in sports...
2025-06-1026 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideUnderstanding the Mind-Body Connection in Sport Injury Recovery and Rehabilitation35, The Importance of Social Support in Overcoming Sport Injuries Recap of the ebook, Psychology of Sport Injury, edited by Dr. John Heil, that explores the multifaceted impact of injury on athletes. The book emphasizes the critical role of psychological care alongside physical treatment for successful recovery and performance. It covers various aspects of sport injury, including the athlete's perspective, psychological risk factors, assessment and intervention strategies, and biomedical issues like pain management and medication. The ebook and this podcast highlights the importance of a team-based approach involving physicians, sports medicine specialists, and psychologists, and discusses challenges such...
2025-06-0225 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideAt the Table - or Not - Power and Purpose within Swimming and Sports with Barry HealeySaving Swimming Pools: The Battle for Community Resources and Health Benefits The Role of Sports in Social Services and Community Development The pressing issues facing the world of sports and swimming today needs YOU at the TABLE. From the closure of swimming pools to the role of sports in education, we must lead and seek power for more those beyond the championship meets. The potential closure of over 30 swimming pools in Toronto and its implications. The launch of enhanced games and the controversy surrounding supplement use. The importance of sports being included in discussions...
2025-05-3017 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCDC's Drowning Prevention Team Layoffs: Implications for Communities, New AI tricks and a Grad SpeechIn #33 of the Heavy Or Not podcast get a, peek into critical issues surrounding recent CDC cuts and explore the intriguing insights from a comedian's graduation speech. Hear about essential topics on public health with swimming and life lessons with a touch of humor. CDC's Drowning Prevention Team Cuts Article from Politico discussing the cuts. Layoffs at the CDC affecting the drowning prevention team. Loss of dedicated expertise and focus within the agency. Timing of cuts during increased drowning deaths. Impact on children ages one to four. P...
2025-05-2813 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideFrom Loyalty to Leadership: Essential Elements for Sports Programing Success & CultureJim Lutz's Guide to Building a Strong Coaching and Team Foundation Our Heavy Or Not insightful discussion, #32, cultivates the culture, strategies and principles for building a successful program, as outlined within an ebook by author and coach, Jim Lutz. Discover how loyalty, recruitment, and development play crucial roles in creating a thriving team environment. Explore the foundational role of loyalty and its five key aspects, including honesty and consistency. Learn about the importance of recruiting the right fit, focusing on character and passion. Understand the ongoing effort required in development, addressing both strengths and...
2025-05-1918 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideRiding the Waves of Mentorship: Coaching, Culture & Weathering the StormHeavy Or Not – The O.G. Swim Guide, Episode #31 https://HON.LAP.red "You can prepare for the work, but you can't always predict the weather." In this episode of Heavy Or Not, we explore the real-world parallels between weathering literal storms and facing the emotional and professional trials coaches endure over time. Coaches Jim Lutz and Barry Healy share hard-won lessons from the deck and beyond. Featured Voices: Jim Lutz: Coach, author, and Arizona sunshine philosopher Barry Healy: Veteran Canadian coach and lifelong mentor Spe...
2025-05-1614 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMyth of Young Champions and College Sports Cuts: Heartbreaking Impact on AthletesIn this episode of the podcast, Heavy Or Not, we kick off with friend and O.G., Wayne Goldsmith. His rant delves into the unsettling mark of young champions at the age of 8 and 9. His podcast is called, Sports Thoughts. Then we pivot to talk about two successful college sports programs that have been abruptly cut. Oh no! Cal Polly Swimming, Men & Women's Teams, plus Grand Canyon University Men's Volleyball suffered unexpected and unexplainable cuts. Heavy topics. Abrupt losses. Heartbreaks. Links: https://waynegoldsmith.substack.com/ https://Substack.com/@rauterkus https://HON...
2025-05-1313 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMental Skills Make the Difference: Training the Mind Like a Muscle by ACTING with Script ebookFull team and coaches role play activities in 10 scenes that progress in a full-blown story. Heavy Or Not – The O.G. Swim Guide | Episode 29 A peek inside Dr. John Hogg's Mental Skills for Young Athletes - course and ebooks Take the time and boost performance, focus, and confidence in your athletes. This episode of Heavy Or Not dives into the often overlooked but game-changing world of mental skills training. We explore the groundbreaking work of Dr. John M. Hogg and the "Script and Screenplay" eBook, where athletes develop self-awareness, go...
2025-05-0812 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideCulture, Character, and Coverage: A Coach's Guide to Building Safer, Stronger TeamsWhy proactive insurance planning and team culture matter more than ever Announcing Monthly CYA Calls to stay protected and informed – sign up at LAP.red and subscribe to the Substack.com/@rauterkus. In Episode 28 of Heavy or Not: The OG Swim Guide, we tackle two core issues shaping the future of coaching: Where to find a great resource on how to build a winning swim team culture rooted in character and shared responsibility. Where to jump start conversations that at every coach and organization should know about insurance, liability, and proactive planni...
2025-05-0618 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideDeep Sleep Strategies: Boosting Athletic and Academic SuccessAchieving Optimal Rest: Deep Sleep Techniques for Busy Athletes and Students Enhance Recovery and Focus with Deep Sleep Techniques Secrets to Deep Sleep for Peak Performance! Delve into the essential role of deep sleep for athletes, students, and coaches, offering practical techniques to enhance rest and recovery. Discover the science and art of mindfulness to trigger the parasympathetic response for optimal relaxation. Learn focused breathing exercises to calm stress and mental chatter. Explore the use of imagery and language to reinforce relaxation and mental stillness. Understand the...
2025-05-0209 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMental Health Support - Strategies for Coaches and Young Athletes #26Supporting Student Athletes: Mental Health Challenges and Solutions from Experts Delve into the mental health challenges faced by student-athletes, drawing insights from experts and real-life experiences. Discover practical strategies to support young athletes in navigating their complex environments. Explore the unique pressures student-athletes face, from academic stress to social media influences. Learn about the ACT framework for recognizing and addressing mental health concerns. Understand the impact of smartphones and social media on young athletes' mental well-being. Discover the seven C's model for building resilience and promoting positive...
2025-04-2916 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMental Health Mental Health for Student Athletes - Meeting: Red Flags, Roles, Responsesfor Student Athletes - Meeting: Red Flags, Roles, ResponsesJump cut #25 The topic of mental health among student-athletes comes into focus with insights and notes from a meeting hosted by UPMC Sports Medicine and the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation. This is part one of two and it covered the first three presentations. Also see jump cut #26. Discover practical strategies and expert advice to support the well-being of young athletes. Understanding the importance of a student-athlete's "why" and its impact on motivation and connection. Recognizing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, and the importance of seeking help.
2025-04-2429 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideNew Olympic Swim Events for LA28 + Pool Energy & a recap of 2 dozen jump cutsIn "Heavy or Not #24," we explore the evolving landscape of swimming and sports leadership. From Olympic changes to community challenges. - Discussion on the inclusion of 50-meter stroke events in the Olympic program and its implications. - Insights from Dr. G on the importance of developing an aerobic base for young swimmers. - Barry Healey's thoughts on sustainable pool management and community impact. - A recap of the first 24 episodes of "Heavy or Not" and the journey so far. - Upcoming focus on mental health for student-athletes and its...
2025-04-2310 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideReflections from Three Diverse Wave MakersA heartfelt farewell of a dedicated water safety advocate, Bob Pratt. Plus, we'll explore insights from the world of competitive swimming. This is NOT okay! Join us as we uncover the challenges and triumphs faced by those committed to making a difference. Bob Pratt's emotional farewell and reflections on his water safety advocacy journey. The impact of organizational politics on rescue operations and public safety. The challenges of misinformation in the water safety community. Katinka Hosszu's journey and experiences came into focus on another podcast that should not be...
2025-04-1810 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideTravel nightmare and its violence prevention plus interview Qs for would-be HS swim coachesBig travel headaches confront Barry in Canada, again. Ponder insights of organizing and coaching at an international swim meet with logistical hurdles to the broader impact of sports on youth, this discussion covers it all. The struggle of finding accommodations and dealing with high costs for swim meets. The importance of exposing young athletes to high-level competitions. Navigating logistical challenges like parking and transportation at large events. The role of sports in youth development and community engagement. Strategies for advocating for better sports facilities and resources. We're back with "Heavy or Not," w...
2025-04-1518 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideStrategies for Enhancing Olympic Swimming Performance: Insights from Top Coaches and ExpertsIn this coaches clinic panel discussion, top coaches and experts uncover some issues from Paris Olympics. Of course the Team USA had its challenges. Future opportunities facing the world of competitive swimming are uncovered. Discover their thoughts on improving performance and fostering a winning culture. The importance of relationships in achieving top athletic performance. Challenges faced by coaches in feeling valued and respected. The role of resources and support in international competition. Strategies for long-term planning and athlete development. The impact of sports science on future swimming...
2025-04-1124 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMindful Swimming + Expert Panel on Grassroots to LA28 #20 of Heavy Or NotIn this episode of the "Heavy or Not" podcast, we dive into Mindful Swimming with Brian Holliday. Plus, we pick up again on part two of an earth shattering expert panel that gathered after the Paris Olympics to talk about USA Swimming. As is always the case, both the mental and physical aspects of the sport come into focus. Join us as we explore insightful discussions from top coaches and experts. Discover the concept of mindful swimming with Brian Holliday and how it can enhance your swimming experience. Learn about the importance of goal setting for y...
2025-04-0728 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideGrass Roots Swimming to the 2028 Games, from Eastern States Clinic, #19 jump cutIn this insightful discussion, top swim coaches and sports scientists delve into the evolving landscape of coaching and athlete development. They explore the challenges and opportunities in preparing athletes for peak performance on the world stage. Their stage was the Eastern States Clinic after the 2024 Olympic Games. The importance of explaining coaching philosophies and the science behind them to engage today's intelligent and skeptical athletes. Strategies for fostering athlete autonomy and responsibility, and the role of mental health resources in athlete development. The significance of endurance training and aerobic development in young athletes for long-term success. T...
2025-04-0418 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideAquatic Moonshot, Grant Letter Of Intent, jump cut #18The Coaching Wizard: Guiding and Motivating Generations of Aquatic and Civic Learners Through AI-Powered Mentorship That Transforms Water-Based Wisdom Into Waves of Lifelong Leadership, Personalized Learning, and Community Impact. The Coaching Wizard is a bold new initiative to prototype an AI-powered mentorship and learning platform that transforms how aquatic instructors, youth leaders, and civic educators grow, teach, and lead. Designed to work within and across schools, community pools, recreation centers, and underutilized civic spaces, this idea reimagines the role of coaching as a personalized, lifelong, and community-embedded learning journey. At its core, the Coaching Wizard...
2025-04-0120 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideTechnology Shapes Childhood: Insights from Coach Mark and Sophie WinklemanJump Cut #17 dives into the intriguing intersection of technology and childhood development. The digital age is reshaping the way kids grow and learn, and Ed Tech is not a healthy trend, as per a wonderful speech by Sophie Winkleman of the UK. Play water polo and put down the mobile device! Gain insights from Coach Mark on empowering adults to guide the younger generation. Understand the impact of constant device presence on social skill development. Learn about Sophie Winkleman's observations on screens affecting classroom and social interactions. Consider the...
2025-03-2405 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideJourney & Travel - to meets and throughout a practice and season. #16In this episode of the Heavy Or Not podcast, Coach Barry Healey shares his travel experiences as a coach in B.C., Canada, heading to the recent Provincial Championships Meet. The challenges make for a Zombie upon returning home. Plus, join us as we dive into the intricacies of training and coaching from an Australian swim coach who grew up in NED and has guided Olympians. - The taxing nature of travel for athletes and coaches. - Insights from Coach Barry's recent trip to provincial championships. - The importance of personalized...
2025-03-1721 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideOG, Coach Ernie Maglischo, Ph.D, has updated his PROPULSION info in his ebook The ebook from the great Ernie Maglischo, author and coach -- as well as ISCA Hall of Fame members, is releasing an update to his coaching manual focused on the science of swimming. It examines the hydrodynamics of various strokes to optimize performance. The author analyzes techniques used by elite swimmers, considering factors like water resistance, propulsion, and body position. The manual also discusses debatable aspects of swimming, including breathing techniques and kicking styles. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying physics to inform coaching decisions and stroke modifications. Ultimately, the goal is to provide coaches with insights to he...
2025-03-1312 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideThe O.G. Mind Journey, Heavy Or NotMastering the Mind: Unlocking Peak Performance Explore the psychological and physiological aspects of peak performance, aiming to equip athletes with mental techniques to enhance enjoyment and awareness of the power of our minds. We recount steps in an O.G.'s journey on the pathway to harnessing the power of the mind. We examine stress management, relaxation techniques such as deep muscle relaxation and visualization, and strategies to optimize arousal levels before competition. It also discusses practical considerations for swim coaches and swimmers.
2025-03-1017 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideEpic Insights from OG, Wayne Goldsmith plus Heavy Or Not clarifications, flashback and previews for #13We have a 13th episode. We were blessed and fortunate and made a trip to Equator and the Galapagos Islands – and our ship, the Isabella II, had no cabin #13. Stay tuned for some housekeeping on past and future content – after we hear some epic content from an O.G. – Wayne Goldsmith. The essence of coaching is an art and its roots are in changes. People of sports are change makers. The heavy part of sports and coaching is emphasizing that it's not just about the technical aspects like volume, intensity, and frequency. Sports and coaching is about inspiring athlet...
2025-03-0713 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSports SupplementsSports Supplements from the presentation to the audience at WAFSU.org from Rahul Saini. This analysis of Sports Supplements covers supplements by athletes. It examines both manufactured supplements and natural alternatives, including their benefits and potential risks. The podcast includes data on the usage rates of different supplements among athletes. It discusses common types of supplements, such as protein, creatine, and vitamins, as well as their recommended dosages and timing. The presentation also touches on supplement regulation, the danger of banned substances, and guidelines for safe use. Get all the slides when you...
2025-02-2415 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMeet Barry HealeyCoach Barry is an O.G. that gets it. His and the Heavy Or Not mission can be #preached with these topics: Embracing Diversity: Understanding Unique Needs in Education and Coaching for All Students Connecting with Kids: Strategies for Engaging Students with Different Learning Styles and Challenges The Power of Understanding: Supporting Students with ADHD and Autism in Sports and Education Building Bridges: How Coaches Can Connect with Diverse Learners in Competitive Environments Celebrating Differences: The Importance of Inclusivity in Coaching and Teaching Young Athletes From Challenges...
2025-02-2406 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideWhat to AVOID @ A Swim LessonBeat down of the 20-minute film called, "A Swim Lesson" -- and why. In this Jump Cut, Coach Mark shares his insights on the 20-minute film, "A Swim Lesson," available for free on YouTube. He discusses both the positive aspects and the concerning practices depicted in the film. Running Mates, and Coach Barry Healey of Canada and U CAN Swim chime in along with chunks of the letter delivered to the Motion Picture Academy asking for pass in terms of Oscar nomination. Safety concerns regarding the handling of children in the water are...
2025-02-2426 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideStarting with God - Readings from the Book of Coach Mark Tidbits of Wisdom of Coach Mark Rauterkus Hey there, Swim Fam! Our latest episode is featuring the one and only Coach Mark Rauterkus! If you've ever wondered about the ins and outs of swimming, training, and the mental game, this episode is your all-access pass to Coach Mark's unique insights. Here are 5 key takeaways you won't want to miss: Winning vs. Losing Mindset: Discover why talented athletes view losses as puzzles to solve rather than punishments. It's all about learning and growing! Innovative Ideas for Swimming: Coach Mark shares bold concepts like...
2025-02-2410 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideSteve's Competitive Swimmer Magazine, Rate of ImprovementGet some insights as to what is featured in the Competitive Swimmer Magazine in the January 2025 issue. The magazine is a free resource. Get the whole issue at the ISCA Blog. See https://blog.swimisca.org/competitive-swimmer-magazine-january-2025/.
2025-02-2410 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideWhat age 2 start lifting? Heavy Or NotPresenter to WAFSU.org seminar was asked about the ages kids should begin powerlifting. The answer was a shocker. There are kids at the age of 2 in China who are lifting a bar over their heads. The speaker, Enoc Francisco of the Philippines recently saw a boy, age 9, compete in a national powerlifting event. Does this mean it is time to think again for American athletes? The full presentation of nearly 45 minutes on Sport Conditioning, with a quiz, is at WAFSU.org.
2025-02-2403 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim Guide#06 Jump Cut on Distictions of How You Work and How You PlayThoughts on work and play from a podcast from Dan Kennedy snipped from a drive to the state swimming championships. Swim Coaches are great at their work -- but the work / life balance is up for debate. Let's consider the distinctions between work and play. Let's also think about who you let into your life as mentors. Do they honor and cherish the values that you hold dear?
2025-02-2402 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideOGs bring USA insights from European Swim Championships - #05 - Report from Maglischo & DalandGroundbreaking insights obtained from American swimming coaches Peter Daland and Ernie Maglischo, PhD. during their 1987 European adventure are revealed. Discover how their findings continue to shape modern swimming training techniques. The obsession with anaerobic threshold and its impact on training plans. High-intensity training methods adopted by the Romanians. The importance of periodization and optimizing training intensity. Unique East German techniques, including alternate breathing patterns. How these Cold War discoveries influence swimming strategies today. The full report is part of the Global Library for ISCA Members at Read.SwimISCA.org.
2025-02-2415 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideBrain Dump for new PPS Admin for PE at Pgh Public Schools, #04, Heavy Or Not Jump CutRevitalizing Aquatic Programs in Pittsburgh Public Schools, a hyper-local conversation, is going to take lots of cooperation with outside helpers and a new attitude from the Superintendent. Critical Need for Aquatic Education: Swimming is a vital life skill, but access to programs in Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) is severely limited, particularly for underserved communities. Barriers to Participation: Limited staffing, resources, outdated infrastructure, and negative perceptions of swimming act as barriers to student engagement. Innovative Solutions: Leveraging existing resources through collaboration with community organizations, implementing game-based learning, and empowering older students as instructors are key to revitalizing programs.
2025-02-2213 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideArtificial Intelligence and the Future of Sports, #03 of Heavy Or Not - Jump CutAI is poised to transform the sports landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities for athlete development, performance enhancement, and fan engagement. However, it is crucial to approach this technology with careful consideration for ethical concerns and strive for equitable access to ensure that its benefits are shared across all levels of sport. The future of sports will likely involve a dynamic partnership between human expertise and AI capabilities, leading to a more data-driven, personalized, and engaging sporting experience.
2025-02-2218 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideKicking and other Gems for Swimming - Heavy Or Not Jump Cut #02Heavy Or Not Jump Cut that offers coaching advice for swimming, focusing on skill development and workout design. Key skills discussed include kicking techniques, efficient breathing, body positioning, and arm movements in various strokes. Emphasize the importance of progressive overload in drills and the need for clear goals in workout planning. Effective communication strategies between coaches and swimmers are also highlighted, advocating for a balanced approach using both drills and full-stroke swimming to improve performance. The segment promotes problem-solving and experimentation to find optimal training methods for individual swimmers. More at https://UCANSwim...
2025-02-2215 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim GuideMindset for Sports, Heavy Or Not Jump Cut #01This segment of Heavy Or Not offers a coach's advice to athletes on managing performance anxiety. It emphasizes the importance of mindset, suggesting techniques like positive self-talk, visualization, and present-moment focus to overcome fear and tension. The jump cut uses storytelling and exercises to illustrate how inner dialogue and mental imagery directly impact physical performance, advocating for replacing negative thoughts with empowering beliefs and practicing mental strategies alongside physical training. The overall goal is to help divers achieve effortless performance through self-awareness and mental control. More at https://UCANSwim.org/heavy-or-not
2025-02-2214 min
Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim Guide#00 - Heavy Or Not Jump Cut, Well Begun is Half DoneHey there Sports Fans, Aquatic Enthusiasts, and A.I. Tech Weenies: We're excited to announce the release of our jump cut episodes of the podcast Heavy Or Not. We'll dive together into aquatics, AI, and everything in between! Coach Mark Rauterkus is hell-bent on making waves, and he's ready to share some incredible insights from the poolside in Pittsburgh -- as well as elsewhere with friends and running mates. We'll go to B.C. Canada frequently. Whether you're a seasoned coach, a passionate swimmer, or just curious about not making the same mistakes w...
2025-02-2102 min
Conversations in Atlantic TheoryMelissa Daniels-Rauterkus on Afro-Realisms and the Romances of Race: Rethinking Blackness in the African American NovelA discussion with Melissa Daniels-Rauterkus, who teaches in the Department of English at University of Southern California in Los Angeles. She teaches and publishes widely in African-American literary and cultural studies, with a particular emphasis on post-Antebellum literature up to the Harlem Renaissance. Her 2020 book Afro-Realisms and the Romances of Race: Rethinking Blackness in the African American Novel, published by Louisiana State University Press and awarded Honorable Mention in the William Sanders Scarborough Prize for work on African American literature and culture in 2022, is the occasion for our conversation today. This book revisits discourses of race and cultural production...
2022-05-181h 23
On Your Mark, Global Swim ShowEp. 9 - Robert Strauss of Swim Gym talks with Mark Rauterkus about learning to swimRobert Strauss of Miami and SwimGym.net has a show on Instagram. Mark Rauterkus checked in to hear Roberts thoughts about learning to swim, for babies, parents, and adults too.
2022-04-1100 minOn Your Mark, Global Swim ShowEp. 8 - On Your Mark, Dryland training with tempo, snip of clinic talk Charlie Hoolihan
2022-03-1800 minOn Your Mark, Global Swim ShowEp. 4 - On Your Mark - Nutritional Expert, Jennifer Giles talks with Steve FriederangNutritional Insights in a conversation with Jennifer Giles and Steve Friederang.
2022-02-2400 min2022-02-2100 minOn Your Mark, Global Swim ShowEp. 2 - On Your Mark - Steve Friederang and Jack SimonConversation with Steve Friederang and Jack Simon, swimming coaches.
2022-02-2000 minOn Your Mark, Global Swim ShowEp. 1 - On Your Mark - Steve Friederang and Bill Sweetenham, part 1Conversation with swimming coaches, Bill Sweetenham an Steve Friederang
2022-02-2000 min
Child Safety SourceChild Safety Source Episode #45 - Mark Rauterkus Mark Rauterkus of Pittsburgh, PA, USA, has coached swimming since 1976 when he started a team as a lifeguard. With 9 years at the college level, 10,000 swimmers have called him “Coach Mark.” He has worked for 52 athletic directors and 34 principals and his swimmers have set state records in four states. Mark published 100+ titles for cutting-edge sports participants including the first ebook in sports in 1989. His advocate site, CLOH.org, aims to Create Literate Olympians Here.
2019-07-2425 min