USA Swimming American Development Model (ADM)
Competence: Sport specific skills, improved health & fitness, healthy training habits; VIEW & PRINT PDF
Character: Respect for the sport, ethical and moral responsible behavior, integrity and empathy; VIEW & PRINT PDF
Confidence: Self- belief, resilience, mental toughness, positive self- worth; VIEW & PRINT PDF
Connection: Positive bonds and social relationships in and out of the sport; VIEW & PRINT PDF
Technique Development:
Click here for a Google Slides document. You will find videos on Growth Mindset and stroke development. These are a great tool to get your swimmer (or yourself) understanding what your coach is looking for in the pool.
Nutrition:
Parent Education Presentation 2/3/2024 by Kelly Pritchett
Performance Fueling Tips - Kelly Pritchett PhD, RD, CSSD
Sports Nutrition Manual for High School Athletes - Washington State Athletic Association
Macronutrients:
Pre-exercise:
After exercise:
Meets/Tournaments:
Hydration:
Energy drinks:
Caffeine and Athletic Performance
Putting it all together:
Character Education:
Growth Mindset:
Why is growth mindset important? Watch this 6 minute video: https://characterlab.org/character-hub/resources/ted-talk-grit/
Swimming and Grit USMS published May/June 2023 Grit defined: "passion and perseverence for long-term goals"
Activity to do with your swimmer: Grit Scale https://angeladuckworth.com/grit-scale/
