How Much Sleep Does a Competitive Teenage Swimmer Need?

How Much Sleep Does a Competitive Teenage Swimmer Need?

How Much Sleep Does a Competitive Teenage Swimmer Need?David Karasek
Published on: 10/07/2026

A competitive teenage swimmer needs 8 to 10 hours a night, and the research on what extra sleep does to race times is staggering. Here's the data.

Nutrition
Why Your Swimmer's 100 Freestyle Stops Improving (It's the Kick)

Why Your Swimmer's 100 Freestyle Stops Improving (It's the Kick)

Why Your Swimmer's 100 Freestyle Stops Improving (It's the Kick)David Karasek
Published on: 08/07/2026

If your swimmer's 100 free has stalled, test their kick before you test anything else. Here's the exact test, and why a tapered PB should be their new normal.

Confidence Tips
Why Praise Doesn't Build Swimmer Confidence (And What Actually Does)

Why Praise Doesn't Build Swimmer Confidence (And What Actually Does)

Why Praise Doesn't Build Swimmer Confidence (And What Actually Does)David Karasek
Published on: 08/07/2026

Praise feels supportive, but it's the weakest tool for building a swimmer's confidence. Here are the 3 secrets that actually work, for free.

Confidence Tips
Does It Matter Which Team Your Competitive Swimmer Trains With?

Does It Matter Which Team Your Competitive Swimmer Trains With?

Does It Matter Which Team Your Competitive Swimmer Trains With?David Karasek
Published on: 29/06/2026

A change of coach can transform a swimmer without them doing anything differently. Most swim parents focus only on mindset. Here is the bigger lever.

Swimming ParentingCompetitive Swimming