This week, SwimStrong Dryland team members Greg Tymon & Chuck Andrews sit down with Eric to discuss the brand new SSDL Parent Program! Coming this fall, the Parent Program will be open to any and all swim parents who are looking to develop healthier, more active lifestyles. Chuck, Greg, and Eric walk through what the Parent Program will look like, and how to get involved! Reach out to us on our website or in the DMs if you are interested in joining!

After representing Team USA in Paris, Olympian Luke Whitlock and Coach Joe Keller join the SSDL Podcast this week! Tune in to hear more about the preparation Coach Joe & Luke put in place to secure his spot on the United State Olympic Roster as a high schooler. Joe & Luke also share their thoughts on Trials, the Olympic Experience, the mindset behind the training, and so much more! You will not want to miss this week’s episode!!

Olympic Gold Medalist & Notre Dame Coach Kelsi Dahlia joins the SSDL podcast this week! This episode is packed full of great advice for swimmers looking to take the sport to the highest stage possible. Kelsi and Eric talk about her beginnings in swimming, journey through international competition, and transition to coaching & becoming a mom.

NOVA of Virginia Aquatics coaches Mike Wenert & Mike Julian join the SSDL Podcast this week! Tune in to hear more about Mike & Mike’s backgrounds in coaching, their approaches to coaching, philosophy, training approach, and TONS of more advice for being the best coach you can be for your team!

This week’s podcast guest is Sarah Rodrigues from Jersey Aquatic Club! Sarah & Eric discuss her beginnings in the sport, her mindset and inspiration to reach the level of the sport she has, and much more! Sarah also talks about her commitment to swim for Texas and gives advice for the recruiting process. Sarah will also be competing at the US Olympic Trials later this month! 

Lily King, swimmer for Mount Pleasant Aqua Club and NC State Commit, joins the SSDl Podcast this week! Lily shares about her training and mindset to get to where she is in the sport, goals for the future, her commitment to NC State, and much more! Lily will also be competing this summer at the United States Olympic Trials in Indianapolis!

Head Coach of Louisville University men’s and women’s swimming, Arthur Albiero, is this week’s podcast guest! Arthur and Eric discuss Arthur’s beginnings in coaching, his passion for what he does, and much more about Lousiville’s team and growth under Coach Albiero over the past 21 seasons. This is a great episode for parents, prospective recruits, and coaches alike to watch!

Bailey Hartman and Raya Mellott, swimmers for the Crow Canyon Sharks in CA, join the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast this week! The two discuss their beginnings in the sport of swimming, meeting through swimming, their mindset behind their success, team culture, and commitments to both swim at UVA! They also share their mindset & experience helping win the women's team title at the 2023 Winter Juniors Nationals. Tune in this week to hear more of their story!

This week’s podcast guest is Virginia Tech alumni and Hong Kong Olympian, Ian Ho! Eric and Ian dive into Ian’s meteoric rise in his college & international career, his mindset behind his work ethic, and how he balances swimming at an Olympic level while also pursuing a doctorate degree. Ian also shared his unique experience in qualifying for the Tokyo Olympics amidst the COVID lockdown, and his experience at the Olympics themselves.

Head Coach of NC State University, Braden Holloway joins Eric for this week’s SSDL Podcast! Tune in to hear more about how Braden started in coaching, his approach to coaching, NC State’s team culture, and so much more! Braden provides practical advice for both coaches and athletes for swimming and life outside the pool. Be sure to check out this episode to learn from one of the best in the business!

Lilla Bognar, swimmer for Team USA & Team Greenville Aquatics, is this week’s podcast guest! Tune in to hear more about Lilla’s mindset, her experience in Doha representing Team USA at the World Championships, and much more! This podcast is PACKED full of amazing advice from Lilla about how to analyze a meet, have a great mindset, and stay accountable to the goals you have. Swimmers looking to take their swimming to the next level should take notes from this podcast!

Shaynah Jerrell, Head Coach of the Aquatic Team of Mecklenburg, is this weeks guest on the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast! Tune in to hear more about how Shaynah started coaching at ATOM, her experience as a female head coach, motivation and inspiration for coaching, and much more!

Emilie Mosner, swimmer for Five Star Swim Club and Monmouth University commit, joins the SSDL Podcast for the 50th Episode! Eric and Emilie discuss her start in swimming, her journey through ups and downs in the sport, and how she found incredible success in the pool her senior year! Emilie’s insight into the sport of swimming, personal improvement, and setting goals will inspire anyone who listens, swimmers, parents, and coaches alike! You will not want to miss this week’s episode of the SSDL Podcast!

This week’s podcast guest is Emily Thompson of GSCY! Emily is a standout swimmer who has qualified for multiple events at the 2024 Olympic Trials. In this episode, Eric & Emily discuss her beginning in the sport of swimming, mindset to fuel her work ethic, looking for the bright side in all situations, Emily's SSDL experience, and her commitment to Stanford! Emily will also be competing this week at the YMCA National Championships in Greensboro, NC!

World Record Holder Aaron Piersol & National Record Holder Bobby Brewer join the SSDL Podcast this week! Be sure to tune in to catch some amazing insight into the mindset fueling 2 of the US’s best backstrokers in history. Bobby & Aaron also discuss their relationship together, mentoring each other through the sport, and teaming up as an agent/athlete duo leading into the Beijing Olympics. You won’t want to miss this week’s episode!!!

Victoria Edgar is this week's guest star on the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast! Victoria is a decorated swimmer and student for Bolles School Sharks. In this episode, Victoria shares about her powerful mindset to prove others wrong and chase after success, regardless of the obstacles in the way. She also discusses what it takes to be an elite swimmer & student, as well as her goals for the future.

Check out this week’s episode of the SSDL podcast featuring the “Sprinter in Chief” himself, Bruno Fratus! Bruno is one of the best sprinters in the history of the sport of swimming, being the only person to go under 22.00 in the 50 LCM free over 100 times!!! The pair dive into the mindset that fuels Bruno’s career, overcoming adversity, and what it truly means to practice SUSTAINED GREATNESS!

In this episode 28 of the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast, Eric Hudson is joined by the one and only, Kyle Sockwell. Kyle has been covering swimming news for the past several years on YouTube and social media platforms, and was a commentator for this year's Big 12 Championships. Eric and Kyle cover how Kyle ended up in swimming and eventually swim media. They also discuss the current state of swimming in regards to the attention it receives, money it brings in, and coverage it receives.

This week’s SwimStrong Dryland Podcast welcomes Julie Mishler, a standout swimmer for Fisher’s Area Swimming Tigers. Julie's prowess extends beyond the pool, as she's also a National Champion water skier. Join us for an insightful discussion about Julie's dual-sport training approach, her motivation during solitary workouts, and her commitment to swim for Louisville University. Tune in for a balanced and engaging conversation with Julie Mishler.

In this episode of the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast, Eric Hudson talks with Matt Elliott, swimmer for Irvine Novaquatics & Cal swimming commit. In their discussion, Eric and Matt talk about how Matt grew up int he sport, and eventually made his commitment to Cal. Last year, Matt was involved in a hospitalizing car accident while on his way to morning practice. Matt dives into his journey through that experience, the recovery process, and what his mindset has been like throughout it. Matt has an incredible story of overcoming obstacles & chasing after greatness.

Episode 25 of the SSDL podcast features Chad Winkle, head coach and executive director of WAVE Aquatics in Washington! Chad an Eric explore Chad's beginnings in swimming & coaching, as well as his journey to WAVE Aquatics. Chad explains the organizational structure at WAVE along with the many programs they offer. Chad provides valuable insight into how to maintain a high-functioning organization that values it's swimmers first.

In this episode of the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast, Austin Carpenter, swimmer for Central Ohio Aquatics and St. Charles Preparatory School in Ohio, is our guest! Austin shares about how he began swimming, managing multiple sports, and his mindset behind it all. This podcast provides great insight into how to be a successful multi-sport athlete like Austin, how to silence excuses, and set big goals!

Izzy Beu joins Eric Hudson for Episode 23 of the SSDL Podcast! Izzy is a swimmer from St. Charles Swim Team in Illinois who has been lighting up the pool recently! In this podcast, Izzy shares how she started in the sport, her approach to leadership in swimming, her motivations, and much more! This podcast is a great listen for any swimmers looking to be inspired to choose greatness! Izzy is also committed to swim at Georgia University starting in the fall of 2025. She talks about her recruitment process and her decision of becoming a Bulldog!

JJ Langhals, also known as @swimcoachJJ, coach for Excel Aquatics in Nashville, TN, is this week’s podcast guest! This week’s episode is a great listen for coaches of all backgrounds with plenty of insights and takes on swimming. Tune in to hear great insight into JJ’s background in coaching, his inspiration to coach, desire to share knowledge and learn from others, and much more! You can catch this episode on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcast, or anywhere else you get your podcasts!

In this Episode, Eric Hudson sits down with Asher Phipps!!! Asher is the head coach for Life Time Metro Swim in NJ. They dive into Asher's journey to coaching and to Life Time Metro. Asher talks about his approach to coaching, the importance of investing in the kid's development, team culture, and much more! This is a fantastic podcast for swimmers and coaches alike looking to learn from the best!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Arizona State Swimming Coach Herbie Behm! Herbie discusses his journey into coaching, and his approach to coaching the athletes at ASU in Tempe, Arizona.

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Brown University Women's Swimming coach, Nick Fantakis! Niko is going into his 6th season with Brown, and shares about his journey into coaching, and what it looks like to swim for an Ivy League school like Brown!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Coach Joe Natina from Crow Canyon Sharks! Eric and Joe talk about Crow Canyon's accomplishments over the past year, and make note of Coach Joe & Bailey Hartman's (of Crow Canyon) recent selection to represent USA at the Junior World Championships in Israel! Joe and Eric also discuss training approaches, coaching mindset, and other swimming tips in this info-filled podcast!

In this episode, Eric Hudson sits down with legendary swimmer & coach, Brett Hawke! Brett and Eric dive into Brett's backstory in swimming, how rose the ranks in Australia, and ultimately making the Olympic Team and becoming the fastest man in Australia. This episode is full of great insights into the sport of swimming!

In this Episode, host Eric Hudson sits down with SSDL Director of Leadership Training, Sean Workman. The two dive into Sean's introduction to swimming, how they met in 2012, and the journey that they shared throughout the next few years. Sean also discusses his decision to join the SwimStrong Dryland family, leaving behind a career in engineering. The podcast concludes with Sean giving some insight into his time at Virginia Tech. This podcast provides valuable insight for swimmers on multiple topics including learning from failure, enjoying the process more than the outcomes, and following where your passion lies.

In this Episode, host Eric Hudson sits down with Kathleen Modder, an alumni of the FISH of Virginia & current member of the Rhodes College swim team in Nashville. As Modder unfolds her journey from the inception of her swimming career to landing at Rhodes, the narrative takes a poignant turn at, delving into Modder's courageous battle with cancer. Throughout the episode, listeners gain valuable insights into Modder's resilient mindset that kept her swimming against all odds, with reflections on the evolution of her perspective over time. Hudson dives into Modder's current status with treatments and her motivation to share her cancer journey. The podcast concludes with a deep dive into Modder's personal revelations, shedding light on aspects she wishes others knew about her, and how her outlook on each day has transformed int eh past few years. Kathleen Modder's inspiring story is a testament to strength, resilience, and the transformative power of mindset.

In SwimStrong Dryland Podcast Episode 18, host Eric Hudson engages in a compelling conversation with two distinguished coaches from Ohio State University, swim coach Brian Schrader and strength & conditioning coach Ryan Sprague. The episode delves into the coaches' personal journeys into swimming, highlighting their experiences and growth within the sport. The discussion also sheds light on the training environment and setup at Ohio State, emphasizing the team's culture and the unique approaches employed in their training regimen. Tailored for prospective Division I swimmers, this podcast provides valuable insights into the world of high-level collegiate swimming, offering a glimpse into the coaching philosophies and training strategies that contribute to the success of the Ohio State University swimming program.

In SwimStrong Dryland Podcast Episode 17, hosted by Eric Hudson, owner of SwimStrong Dryland, the spotlight is on two exceptional swimmers from Eagle Aquatics in Miami, Florida: Kaii Winkler and Erika Pelaez. With a remarkable track record, Winkler boasts multiple National Age Group Records and a World Junior Record, while Pelaez has also broken numerous age group records and secured multiple medals at the World Junior Championships, both having proudly represented Team USA. The episode delves into their personal journeys into swimming, offering insights into their mindset and the unique approaches they take to their training. This podcast serves as an inspirational resource for fellow swimmers seeking motivation and a glimpse into the strategies employed by elite athletes in the sport.

In this episode of the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast, host Eric Hudson engages in an insightful conversation with University of Utah swim coaches Brody Lewis and Jordan Taylor. The trio delves into what sets the University of Utah apart, highlighting its unique attributes that make it an exceptional place for swimming with a strong athlete-driven team culture. Lewis and Taylor share their coaching backgrounds and discuss their approaches to coaching at Utah, providing valuable insights into the strategies and philosophies that contribute to the growing success of Utah's swim program. The episode offers listeners a captivating glimpse into the distinctive qualities that make Utah a standout destination for swimmers, coupled with the expertise and experiences of the dedicated coaches leading the way.

Emily Hamill, swimmer from Germantown Academy Aquatics and future Georgia Bulldog joins the SSDL Podcast this week! Emily shares her beginnings in the sport of swimming, her mindset & motivation to get to the level she has, her recruiting experience and commitment to Georgia, and much more! Tune in this week to hear her story!

In this episode of the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast, dive into the world of elite swimming with Leah Shackley, a World Junior Championships Gold Medalist, and her coach, Tom Grassadonia. Offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their one-on-one training, Shackley and Grassadonia share their personal journeys into the sport, unraveling the mindset that fuels their success. The episode also delves into the compatibility between their personalized training techniques and the SwimStrong Dryland program, showcasing how this combination has played a pivotal role in their path to success. From distinctive training methods to ambitious goals, this captivating exploration reveals the dedication, technique, and pursuit of excellence that characterize the competitive swimming arena. Whether you're an aspiring athlete or a sports enthusiast, Shackley and Grassadonia's insights provide a compelling narrative of what it takes to reach the pinnacle of the sport.

In this episode of the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast, host Eric Hudson sits down with Mark Gole, head coach of Northwest Arkansas Aquatics, to dissect the nuances of race strategy in competitive swimming. Gole provides practical insights on how to approach races with precision. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned swimmer, this episode offers valuable tips for improving your performance in the pool.

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with SSDL Coach of the Year, George Vlahos! George is a coach for the YMCA of Triangle Area in North Carolina. He also competed for UNCW as a mid-distance/distance specialist.

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with SSDL Small Group Team member, Katie Lawrence! Katie swims for the Wyckoff Sharks in New Jersey. Katie shares about her career, infectious positive attitude, and many other great tips and advice for swimmers out there!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with SSDL's own, Brittany Miller! Brittany is the Director of Nutrition Programming & Research. In this episode, Eric and Brittany discuss a variety of nutrition topics related to swimmers. This is a great episode to watch for any swimmers wanting to get better with nutrition & wellness!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Abdelrahman (Haridi) Elaraby! In this incredibly moving and powerful podcast, Haridi dives into his struggles with mental health, his suicide attempt, and the comeback from his struggles. He also dives into how he has been proactive in the Mental Health community, helping student athletes with their own struggles. If you or someone close to you is having suicidal thoughts, or thoughts of hurting themself, please call 988, the Suicide & Crisis Hotline, in the United States as soon as possible. If you are located outside of the United States, please visit: https://findahelpline.com to find a hotline in your home country. Help is available, speak to someone today. Talking can save lives.

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Matt Martinez & Cauli Bedran, coaches at University of Wisconsin Madison! Matt & Cauli give some great insight into what it means to be a Badger, and what new Badgers can expect coming to school.

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Bryan McPherson, Director of Program Research & Development here at SwimStrong Dryland! Bryan was also a collegiate swimmer & strength coach. Dive into the mind behind the programming of SSDL in this info-packed episode of the SSDL Podcast!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Meghan Rourke, alumi of Wyckoff YMCA & now a freshman at William & Mary!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Adam Madarassy, coach for Eagle Aquatics in Miami, Florida! Eric and Adam talk about Adam's career as a swimmer, ups and downs in the sport & coaching, and how to build a great team culture!

Ron & Don Heidary, founders of Orinda Aquatics in CA join the SSDL podcast this week! Tune in to hear more about the Heidary Brother’s start in coaching, their unique and effective approach to developing a club team, their coaching style, and their wealth of knowledge and wisdom on team culture and producing elite athletes. This podcast episode is packed with practical advice and insights that every coach, seasoned and new, should hear!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Teagan Steinmetz, swimmer for Denver Swim Academy & NC State! Eric and Teagan talk about Teagan's career, her ups and downs, and the importance of positivity! This podcast has a TON of great tips on how to keep a great mindset, and make the most out of every day you're at the pool!

In this episode, Eric Hudson, founder of SwimStrong Dryland, sits down with Bridget Davis! Bridget shares her experience outside of the pool volunteering for two organizations: Shining Stars Network, and Union Catholic's Crayon Club! Bridget shares her personal connection to these organizations, as well as what they do to help make a difference in the special needs community! If you would like to give any feedback on this Episode, or the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast, let us know in the Q & A below!

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Tune in this week to the SwimStrong Dryland Podcast to catch Cassie Bauer in Episode 46! Cassie and Eric talk about her beginnings in the sport, why she loves swimming, support from family and friends, SSDL experience ,college commitment decision to FGCU, and so much more! 

This week, 2 time Brazilian Olympian and coach for Wave Aquatics, Tatiana Lemos joins the SSDL Podcast! Tune in to hear more about Tatiana’s incredible career representing Brazil in multiple World Championships and Olympic Games. Tatiana shares how she began swimming, favorite moments, her biggest takeaways from the sport, and perspective of now being a coach at WAVE.