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Heavy Or Not: From the gritty pools of Pittsburgh to the ambitious rebuild of the Salmon Arm Aquatic Centre in BC, Canada, to the elite ISCA meets of Florida, this inspiring series follows a diverse cast of coaches and swimmers as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of competitive swimming. A thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the intersection of sports, swimming, AI, technology, and human potential.CC0 1.0 Universal Actividad Física, Dietas y Nutrición Deportes Acuáticos Ejercicio y Actividad Física Higiene y Vida Saludable
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  • Empowering Female Athletes - Course. Plus a Grant and VC pitch for investment

    Empowering Female Athletes - Course. Plus a Grant and VC pitch for investment
    Nov 8 2025
    Unlocking 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 is still hope for the funding for the AI Coaching Wizard. Lastly, we seek assistance from Angel investors to launch of a media‑first aquatic lifestyle brand that turns swimming into a scalable, inclusive community. Access the free resources: https://read.swimisca.org 1. Introduction to the CoachingHer Program Purpose & Vision – A free video and course designed to help coaches effectively coach girls and women. Why Coaching Matters – Coaches are a key factor in whether girls enter, stay, or drop out of sport. Creator Background – Dr. Nicole M. LaVoi: former tennis coach, scholar‑educator, Director of the Tucker Center for Research on Girls & Women in Sport. Core Issue Highlighted – Unconscious gender bias & stereotypes that hurt girls' self‑perceptions. Toolkit Features – Evidence‑based, on‑demand digital resources; bookmarkable, pause‑and‑play, device‑agnostic. Upcoming Modules – Body‑confident coaching, de‑stigmatizing menstruation, mental‑health, body‑image. Community Call‑to‑Action – Join, spread the word, become "her reason" to stay in sport. 2. Accessing the Materials & Learning Management System (LMS) Link Provided –read.swimisca.org(redirects to the International Swim Coaches Association LMS). Free Availability – All CoachingHer resources are offered at no charge. Support & Funding – Program supported by the University of Minnesota, Nike, and other major sponsors. 3. Mark Rauterkus's Personal Coaching Context Location & Setting – Coach in Pittsburgh, PA; Assistant Coach at an independent girls‑only private school (akin to an international school). Observations on Coaching Girls vs. Boys/Co‑ed – Distinct approaches needed; emphasis on psychological needs. 4. Psychological Needs Framework for Coaching Girls Three Core Needs (Cycle) Competence – Development and improvement of sport‑specific skills. Choice – Empowering athletes with self‑determination (e.g., attendance, skill focus, event selection). Care – Demonstrating genuine value and individualized attention. Reverse Ordering Mentioned – Care → Choice → Competence, emphasizing the cyclical nature. 5. Pyramid of Athlete Needs (Adapted from CoachingHer/Tucker Center) Base Layer – Physiological Needs Food, water, warmth, safety, appropriate pool environment, locker‑room logistics, travel considerations, weather conditions. Second Layer – Psychological/Safety Needs Sense of belonging, love, relationships, team bonding, camaraderie, inclusion. Third Layer – Esteem Needs Self‑pride, prestige, accomplishment, building confidence, avoiding belittlement. Top Layer – Self‑Actualization/Fulfillment Achieving full potential, creative expression, personal growth. 6. Grant & Funding Opportunities Moonshot Aquatics Grant – Version 2 $50,000 Letter‑of‑Intent (LOI) round; previous attempt unsuccessful, now re‑submitted with additional partners. AI assistance used in drafting the application. Insights from Barry Healey "If you don't ask, you don't get." – Emphasis on persistence. Grant outcomes often depend on reviewer bias, regional trends, and timing. 7. Challenges Facing the Aquatic Industry Current Issues Pool closures, disengaged parents, coach turnover, lack of unified brand, fragmented solutions, weak industry voices. Market Gap – No scalable, cohesive platform that ties together content, community, and commerce for swimming. 8. Proposed Solution: A Scalable Aquatic Lifestyle Brand Concept Overview Podcast → Platform → Evergreen training → National TV rollout. Leadership & Credentials Mark Rauterkus (50+ years in swimming, 100+ published titles) backed by International Swim Coaches Association. Business Model Highlights Media‑first approach targeting youth sport but extending across a lifetime. Early‑bird opportunity: 150,000 USD for early entry; existing content & network already in place. Scalability & Execution No prior aquatics experience required for participants. Demonstrated metrics and rapid momentum. Positioning "Ted Lasso for the pools" – delivering fun, sticky, inclusive swimming experiences. 9. Closing Call‑to‑Action Invitation to Investors & ...
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    12 m
  • Was Illegal, Now Genius? This Backstroke Move Is Finishing Fast

    Was Illegal, Now Genius? This Backstroke Move Is Finishing Fast
    Nov 5 2025

    Coach 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's helping top-tier athletes legally use dolphin kicks all the way to the touch on the wall, and gain a serious edge.

    You'll learn:

    • Why this backstroke rule exists (and how it's misunderstood)

    • How elite swimmers train underwater finishes without losing speed

    • The biomechanics behind maximizing your dolphin kick

    • Drills, tools, and safety tips to train like a pro

    • Real results from swimmers dropping seconds, not tenths

    Whether you're a coach, swimmer, or swim parent, this episode is packed with practical insights and race-changing techniques.

    Subscribe to catch our weekly swim strategy sessions and training deep dives.
    New episodes are going to be open for live discussions every Wednesday at 1:30 PM ET.
    Got questions or ideas? Drop them in the comments. We might feature them next week!

    Opt in at https://HON.LAP.red or else at Steve's Competitive Swimmer magazine.

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    23 m
  • Protecting Swim Coaches: Insurance Solutions for Peace of Mind and Retention

    Protecting Swim Coaches: Insurance Solutions for Peace of Mind and Retention
    Nov 4 2025

    In 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 joint venture to embed insurance education and mental‑health training into coach certification.
    • How you can get involved – sign up on the Heavy Or Not form to stay informed and help shape the solution.

    Turning Insurance Into Retention: Keeping Coaches in Competitive Swimming and Sport
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    18 m
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