On The Top Coaching Podcast Episode 6: Mark Hesse on Long Term Athlete Development, Fostering Love For the Sport, and The "Dressel" Start
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Listen in on Former USA Swimming Director of Club Performance, Mark Hesse, as he discusses Long Term Athlete Development at length. We discuss how to work hard AND have fun while fostering a growth mindset in swimmers that allows them to exceed as athletes and humans!
Mark breaks down the specific areas of development that young (10-14 yoa), intermediate (14-18 yoa), and Senior (18+ yoa) swimmers should focus attention in the water and on land.
Finally, Mark takes time to review film of the "greatest starter on Earth," Caeleb Dressel, and what specifics details in his start have given him his edge off of the blocks.
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