
Summary
In this conversation, Keith interviews Eve Julian, the head coach of the boys swim team at Ottawa Hills in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With over 20 years of coaching experience, Eve shares her insights on the art of coaching, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and understanding the psychological aspects of her athletes. They discuss the differences in coaching boys and girls, the significance of leadership within a team, and the various training techniques used in swimming, including USRPT and overspeed workouts. Eve also highlights the importance of goal setting and preparing athletes for life beyond sports, making this conversation a rich resource for coaches and athletes alike.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Eve Julian and Her Achievements
03:40 Coaching Philosophy: The Art of Coaching
06:44 Understanding the Psychological Aspect of Coaching
11:17 The Importance of Relationships in Coaching
14:46 Coaching Different Genders: Challenges and Insights
21:48 Building a Team Culture in High School Swimming
29:12 Building Leadership Through Team Dynamics
30:49 Innovative Coaching Strategies for Success
32:59 Empowering Women in Coaching
35:37 Navigating Administrative Challenges in Sports
38:59 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports
39:18 Training Techniques in Swimming
43:58 Technical Aspects of Swimming Strokes
51:07 Breathing Techniques in Sprinting
54:29 Training to Delay Lactic Acid Build-Up
59:16 Cross-Training and Injury Prevention
01:02:13 The Importance of Goal Setting in Sports
01:10:50 Over-Speed Training in Swimming
Takeaways
Eve Julian emphasizes the importance of relationships in coaching.
The psychological aspect of coaching is crucial for athlete performance.
A player's coach cares more for their athletes as individuals than as numbers.
Coaching boys requires a different approach compared to coaching girls.
Leadership training is essential for developing team dynamics.
Cross-training helps prevent injuries and improve performance in swimming.
Understanding the technicalities of different strokes is vital for coaching.
Goal setting and team contracts foster accountability among athletes.
Eve's coaching philosophy focuses on preparing athletes for life beyond sports.
The use of plyometric training enhances explosive power for swimming starts and turns.