Join us on this week’s SSDL Podcast featuring Cal Poly swimmers, Alex Seybold & Cole Groom, as they share their firsthand experience of the unexpected decision to cut their program. Alex and Cole share their story of how they received the news, what the reasoning from the Athletic Director was, and how the swimming community can rally behind their program at this time. Support the Cal Poly Swim team by signing the petition linked in our Instagram story or by visiting the link below. Every signature matters.Sign the Petition to Save Cal Poly Swim & Dive

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This week, Sean Workman, Director of Leadership Training at SSDL, joins Eric for a discussion on the true nature of swimming as a team sport. Supported by extensive research, the notion that team culture significantly impacts individual performance has been validated. Sean and Eric delve into the importance of team culture, its effects on the team, and much more, sharing their own poolside experiences alongside existing research. This podcast is a great listen for swimmers aspiring to become leaders within their teams!

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3x Masters National Record Holder, Mike LaMonica, joins this week’s podcast! Mike recently competed at the Rowdy Gaines Masters Classic where he broke the 100 SCM butterfly record for the 65-69 age group! Mike shares about his background in the sport, and how he made a comeback 30 years after originally retiring! Eric and Mike discuss how training is approached differently at the Masters stage, yet similarly in some ways. This is a great podcast for Masters swimmers, and swimmers of all backgrounds to check out!

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SSDL’s Director of Nutrition Programming & Research, Brittany Miller, joins the SSDL Podcast this week! Eric and Brittany discuss common nutrition “Myths or Truths?” we see among swim athletes. This is a FANTASTIC podcast to listen to if you’re looking to level up with your nutrition. If you have any questions about what Brittany & Eric discuss on Episode 72, don’t hesitate to reach out to us on our website or social media!

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One of the first SSDL Athletes, Kevin Gillooly, joins the SSDL Podcast this week for Episode 71! Kevin is currently retired from the sport of swimming, but most recently competed at the 2024 Olympic Trials! Kevin competed for Rowan University during his career, was a multiple time All-American, as well as a National Champion! Eric and Kevin dive into his decision to commit to Rowan, his mindset throughout his career, advice for the recruiting process, and so much more extremely valuable conversation! This is one you will NOT want to miss!!! 

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This week on the SSDL Podcast, we’re joined by Kyle Ponsler, an NC State swimmer, who shares his incredible journey—from his early days in the sport to becoming a leader in and out of the pool! Eric and Kyle dive into his decision to join the Wolfpack, what life as a college athlete looks like, and the mindset that fuels his success. Whether you're a swimmer or just love a great story, this episode is a must-watch! 🎧 Catch it now on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you get your podcasts! 🎙️

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Coach Mike Koleber @coachmikenitro from Nitro Swimming @nitroswimmingjoins the SSDL Podcast this week! Coach Mike has an inspiring story rooted in his love for the sport of swimming, and helping athletes become better swimmers and people through that medium. Along with being the owner and founder of Nitro Swimming which just opened their brand new location in Kyle, TX, Coach Mike also helps adults from around the world learn how to swim! Eric and Mike dive into both of these topics and many more in this episode packed full of great advice for coaches, athletes, and parents alike. Be sure to check it out on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you get your podcasts!

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On Episode 68 of the SSDL Podcast, we’re joined by Aaron Baltaytis, a swimmer at Northwestern University with a powerful story of perseverance. Last year, Aaron was diagnosed with testicular cancer, leading to a 9-hour surgery and 4 rounds of chemotherapy. Now cancer-free, Aaron reflects on the experience, the mindset that kept him going, his journey back to life as a student-athlete, and newfound appreciation for the things around him.

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This week the Director of Rehab for the New England Patriots, Michael Akinbola, sits down with Eric for Episode 67 of the SSDL Podcast! This episode is PACKED full of great insight into the training and mindset it takes to stay at the highest level of athleticism. Eric and Michael explore the connections to NFL football and elite swim training, the importance of specificity in organizational success, and much more! You won’t want to miss this episode!

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This week NC State Coaches Stefani Wendelschaefer and Dan Kalupski join the SSDL Podcast! In this episode, Dna & Stefani take a deep dive into the Wolfpack’s team culture, mindset, and much more! This is a fantastic episode to check out if you are interested in what happens behind the scenes at NC State, or if you are interested in swimming there one day! NC State will be rounding out there season this spring with the ACC Championships & NCAAs, and we can’t wait to watch them tear it up!!!