Olivier Poirier-Leroy

Here’s how some of the top swimmers on the planet use visualization and mental imagery to bullet-proof their preparation for Olympic glory.

Routines and plans for a big part of our preparation. Here’s how Ryan Murphy rolled with the punches when his plans were disrupted at the Rio Olympics.

Here’s how external self-talk, or talking to yourself, can help you keep cool under pressure at the pool.

Fast swimming means having the self-confidence to know that our best performance will show up on race day. Here are eight proven ways that swimmers can develop superhero self-confidence at the pool.

Visualization is a powerful weapon any swimmer can use for more confidence and faster swimming. Here’s how to get started with this tool.

Each day at the pool we go head to head with the pain and discomfort that comes with pushing ourselves. Here’s how to build a clearer perspective on the pain that comes from swimming like a boss.

PB-crushing self-confidence starts with the work you do in the pool, but sharpening and maintaining that self-confidence continues with imagery and visualization.

The way we perform on race day is connected to how confident we are when we step up on the block. Here’s the first thing you need to know about laying the groundwork for consistent, PB-crushing self-confidence.

For the swimmer who is confident in training, confident during taper, and confident walking out onto the pool deck the morning of their big race,