VIRTUAL TRAINING



Welcome to the new Virtual Training section of our website. We may not be in the pool training, but that doesn’t mean that swimmers cannot stay physically and mentally healthy. In this section you will find:


  • Land training Activities / Worksheets / Videos that can be done in the house with little to no equipment.
  • Motivational / Interesting Books
  • Inspiring / Education TED Talks
  • Educational Podcasts
  • Inspiring / Iconic Races - Regular Updates
  • Educational Resources - Regular Updates
  • Zoom Social Interaction Live - Coming Soon
  • Sports Psychology Online - Coming Soon
  • Educational Videos - Regular Updates


LAND TRAINING ACTIVITIES

These sessions require no equipment other than the odd bit of home furniture and most will last around 20-30 minutes.
Mon & Thurs – Lower Body
Tues & Fri – Upper Body
Wed & Sat – Energy System
Sunday – Recovery/Mobility



LAND TRAINING VIDEOS - CLICK HERE FOR LINK

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Spell Your Name
Free Online Yoga for Swimmers


BOOKS

Red Dot Parenting - Tony Stranger

It’s not easy being a parent of sporty kids. On an almost daily basis kids go through ups and downs in training and competition and as a parent, it can be challenging to know how to help – “I wasn’t selected again mum and I’m not sure I want to play anymore”.

In Red dot parenting, Tony Stanger shows parents what they can do to help when these moments happen. Parents are NOT the coach. But they do have a crucial role in supporting the learning of their kids. The author draws on years of experience as an elite athlete, talent systems expert and father of 3 sporty kids. He is passionate about helping parents to better understand their role in supporting their children to reach their sporting potential.

Developing a Championship Mindset – Kara Lynn Joyce

The e-book takes a comprehensive approach to championship meet preparation, discussing everything that goes into helping swimmers perform at their best at the end of the season. From nutrition and hydration to confidence and visualisation, Kara walks swimmers through her tips and tricks for swimming fast at their big meets.


10 Minute Toughness Book – Jason Selk


10-Minute Toughness is more than just a book; it is a mental training program that every athlete should add to their daily routine. At the same time, it is incredibly helpful for entrepreneurs and creative people to improve mental toughness that helps to thrive in a competitive environment.


The Talent Code – Daniel Coyle

The Talent Code cracks open the myth of talent and breaks it down from a neurological standpoint into three crucial parts, which anyone can pull together to become a world-class performer, artist, or athlete and form something they used to believe was not even within their own hands.


Grit, The Power of Passion and Perserverance – Angela Duckworth

Grit describes what creates outstanding achievements, based on science, interviews with high achievers from various fields and the personal history of success of the author, Angela Duckworth, uncovering that achievement isn’t reserved for the talented only, but for those with passion and perseverance.


Pscyho-Cybernetics Book – Maxwell Maltz

Psycho-Cybernetics explains how thinking of the human mind as a machine can help improve your self-image, which will dramatically increase your success and happiness.


TED TALKS

Janine Shepherd – A broken body isn’t a broken person
Cross-country skier Janine Shepherd hoped for an Olympic medal — until she was hit by a truck during a training bike ride. She shares a powerful story about the human potential for recovery. Her message: you are not your body, and giving up old dreams can allow new ones to soar.


Valorie Kondos – Why winning doesn’t always equal success
Valorie Kondos Field knows a lot about winning. As the longtime coach of the UCLA women’s gymnastics team, she won championship after championship and has been widely acclaimed for her leadership. In this inspiring, brutally honest and, at times, gut-wrenching talk, she shares the secret to her success. Hint: it has nothing to do with “winning.”


John Wooden – The difference between winning and succeeding
With profound simplicity, Coach John Wooden redefines success and urges us all to pursue the best in ourselves. In this inspiring talk he shares the advice he gave his players at UCLA, quotes poetry and remembers his father’s wisdom.


Michael Jamieson – Emotional Fitness: Reflections of an Olympic Swimmer
After a career in sports which featured great achievements as well as significant challenges, Michael shares some of his career lessons with the audience.


EDUCATIONAL PODCASTS

How Stuff Works
A collection of audio podcasts which include some of the most popular titles: Stuff You Should Know and Stuff You Missed in History Class.


Changeability
This weekly podcast from the UK’s Kathryn Bryant and Julian Illman provides interviews, tools, and techniques to make positive changes in your life by managing your mind.


Inspire Nation
Michael Sandler and Jessica Lee host this podcast to help you become heatlhier, more successful and happier. New episodes are released nearly every day and usually last between 1 – 1.5 hours. They feature motivational speakers, health experts, athletes and regular, everyday people. The messages are a mixture of personal stories as well as useful techniques you can use to overcome obstacles and live a healthier, happier life.


Growth Mindset Podcast
A growth mindset is the belief that you can do anything if you work for it.
Your host Sam Harris finds remarkable individuals doing extraordinary things and breaks the processes down to show how anyone can achieve anything.


INSPIRING  RACES

Hannah Miley
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl5HkUxcqu4


ONLINE LEARNING

Twinkl
Enter the code: UKTWINKLHELPS to get one months free access to hundreds of online learning resources for different age groups and subjects.


Khan Academy
Especially good for maths and computing for all ages, but other subjects at Secondary level. Note: this uses the U.S. grade system but it’s mostly common material.
Chatterpack
Hundreds of free resources for home learning created by teachers, covering subjects such as: English, Maths, Sciences, Modern Languages and loads more.


Futurelearn
Free to access 100s of courses, only pay to upgrade if you need a certificate in your name (own account from age 14+ but younger learners can use a parent account).


Seneca
For those revising at GCSE or A level. Tons of free revision content. Paid access to higher level material.


Ted Ed
All sorts of engaging educational videos.


Duolingo
Learn languages for free. Web or app.


Lingauscope
An accessible, feature-packed and powerful learning resource, with a wealth of material for all levels. The attractive graphics ensure that Linguascope is a hit with students. Content follows the KS3 and KS4 syllabus closely, and there’s a good range of interactive activities and games. Note: Subscription required however some school pupils may already have access using their school login.


That Quiz
That Quiz can be a useful tool for learning because it immediately lets kids see their score, what they got wrong, and the correct answer.


Quizlet
Help every student learn anything with confidence, no matter what they’re striving to achieve. Using Quizlet’s free study sets, study modes and in-class game, you can motivate your students quickly.


Prodigy Maths
Is in US grades but good for UK Primary age.


This section will be updated periodically throughout the postponement of training.  Stay safe, look after yourselves and each other and most importantly, keep marching towards your goals.
Please check back regularly.