There are two types of swimmers: Pacers and Racers.

Alex Popov — multiple Olympic Gold medalist, world record holder — told me this years ago. It stuck.

Pacers train to hit a time. They race to a plan, trying to control the controllables.

Racers learn competitive skills that equip them to meet any challenge. They change pace, adjust technique, adapt to whatever the race demands.

If you’re training athletes to WIN when it matters, train them to be Racers.

Which are you coaching?

Wayne Goldsmith

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