Monday Motivation, 10/1/12
Welcome to October Bearcats! The glorious season of fall is
upon us, and the weather brings with it sickness and mucus! So stay healthy,
drink lots of fluids, and get plenty of rest!
I know that this Monday's Motivation is going out on
Tuesday, but that's okay! I would like to start this motivational message with
this: Monday night's practice was one of the greats. As a coach, I dream of
those kind of practices. Everyone was pushing themselves, and they attacked the
base set with reckless abandon. I encourage you guys to ALWAYS attack your
turns like you did yesterday! Dryland was amazing! I am so proud of all you
guys. Through all the cramps and the pain, you guys pushed through, and that is
how it's done. The greatest swimmers push themselves to make each motion their
body makes in the water the best. Every stroke you take, you should be thinking
about it. You should think about how to make each stroke, each turn, and each
lap, better than the last. Even if it hurts, DO IT. Create good habits now. Are
you willing to go through a few practices being uncomfortable, if it means you
succeed in accomplishing your goals in the end? The answer is a resounding YES!
If you know you're doing something wrong, FIX IT! Swimming is not just exercise
for the body, it is exercise for the brain.
So answer me this: Do you want to leave practice thinking,
"I could have done better," or would you like to leave practice
thinking, "THAT WAS FREAKING AWESOME!" ?? It is a mental game we all
play. You decide how the practice is going to go, and then it is up to you to
follow through. Don't expect others to always push you, or always be positive
for you. You have to make that change. Yesterday I saw amazingness. Awesomeness.
It was inspirational. Carry that with you! Let it motivate you! You are all
smart athletes. You are all stronger than you think.
So in conclusion, watch this video, and be inspired: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yX39J_YyKbs&feature=related
YOU ARE ALL CHAMPIONS. Go forth and act like champions! When
your body gets tired, let your heart and your mind carry you through! You are
strong. You are champions.
Looking forward to practice,
-Steve
