Blake Davis

Inner Thoughts of a Swim Coach

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Welcome to "Inner Thoughts of a Swim Coach", the podcast where we dive deep into all things swimming. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just getting started, this show is designed to help you improve your technique, mindset, strategy, and overall health in the water. Join Coach Blake Davis as he shares his insights as a competitive swimmer and swim coach to help you become the best swimmer you can be. From stroke mechanics, nutrition and mental preparation, we cover it all in a friendly and approachable way. Suit up and let's FLY!New Episodes Every Monday!

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Blake Davis

Episodes

Dive Progression For Beginners | Ep 50 19.03.2024 8:49

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses how to approach diving into the water head first as a beginner, with a 4-step, easy to follow progression system. New Episodes Every Monday!

Pain is Only Temporary | Ep 49 12.03.2024 9:00

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses his top three takeaways from a training camp he attended in Switzerland. New Episodes Every Monday!

What's Colder Than Being Cold? | Ep 48 05.03.2024 10:51

In today's episode, Coach Blake shares his thoughts on pool temps, Wim Hof and Miesau in August. New Episodes Every Monday!

Training Partner | Ep 47 27.02.2024 10:57

In today's episode, Coach Blake shares his thoughts on training partners, shares stories about two training partners he has had and some of the pros and cons of training with others. New Episodes Every Monday!

Keep Swimming Fun | Ep 46 20.02.2024 10:07

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses a few ideas on how to keep swimming fun no matter your skill level. New Episodes Every Monday!

Turns: Common Mistakes | Ep 45 13.02.2024 12:02

In today's Coach Blake discusses specific areas of improvement swimmers can make to improve their turns. Both with flip turns and open turns. New Episodes Every Monday!

Are Plyometrics Right For You? | Ep 44 06.02.2024 9:53

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses whether or not you should be adding plyometric exercises into your training. SPEED AND POWER! New Episodes Every Monday!

The Power of Belief | Ep 43 30.01.2024 8:17

In today's episode, Coach Blake shares his thoughts on the power of belief and a success story of an age group swimmer from years back. New Episodes Every Monday!

"I had no idea I was doing it wrong!" | Ep 42 23.01.2024 10:16

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses how to know if you are doing technique wrong when you can't see it and can't feel it? New Episodes Every Monday!

Master Your Undulation | Ep 41 16.01.2024 5:35

In today's episode, Coach Blake talks about undulation, what it is, why it's important and two of his favorite drills to master this skill. New Episodes Every Monday!

Top 2 BK Drills | Ep 40 08.01.2024 5:02

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses the three "R's" of backstroke and his top two favorite drills for BK improvement. New Episodes Every Monday!

Swedish Goggles | Ep 39 01.01.2024 5:49

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses Swedish goggles, what they are and if they are right for you. New Episodes Every Monday!

Holiday Themed Workouts | Ep 38 26.12.2023 7:45

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses holiday themed workouts and the classic, 100 x 100's. New Episodes Every Monday!

Save up Sally | Ep 37 19.12.2023 5:41

In today's episode, Coach Blake talks about what it means to be a save up sally, the socratic method and intelligent effort. New Episodes Every Monday!

Meet Director Blake | Ep 36 12.12.2023 16:31

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses his experience as a first time meet director. tldr: he did good. New Episodes Every Monday!

What To Eat: Before, During & After | Ep 35 05.12.2023 8:13

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses nutrition. More specifically, what to eat before, during and after your swim training. New Episodes Every Monday!

How Much Swimming is Enough? | Ep 34 28.11.2023 8:42

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses how much swimming is enough swimming. New Episodes Every Monday!

How to Find a Team | Ep 33 21.11.2023 7:07

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses how to navigate finding a swimming program that is right for you! Great resources listed below. redcross.org, usaswimming.org & usms.org New Episodes Every Monday!

High Elbow Recovery & Catch | Ep 32 14.11.2023 7:49

In today's episode, Coach Blake talks about high elbow recovery and high elbow catch. What the heck are they? Why, when and how do we use them? If you are already using them, are you using them correctly? And if this is all new to you, is this something you should add to your swimming? New Episodes Every Monday!

Dichotomy Of Control | Ep 31 07.11.2023 3:57

In today's episode, Coach Blake shares a few thoughts on mindset and focusing only on what we can control, not on what we can't. New Episodes Every Monday!

Relay Recap | Ep 30 31.10.2023 11:50

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses the major takeaways from the RELAY USMS 2023 Event in Houston, Texas. This conference focuses on all things related to running a successful event/swim meet and the pitfalls to avoid. New Episodes Every Monday!

Head Position | Ep 29 24.10.2023 9:58

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses the four primary strokes and the head position you should be looking for with each. New Episodes Every Monday!

BK & BR Pull | Ep 28 17.10.2023 12:06

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses a fun way to spice up your swim training by incorporating Backstroke and Breaststroke Pull. New Episodes Every Monday!

Swimming in the Rain | Ep 27 10.10.2023 3:25

In today's episode, Coach Blake shares one of the most magical and exhilarating experiences a swimmer can have: swimming in the rain. New Episodes Every Monday!

The Perfect Swimmer's Body | Ep 26 03.10.2023 4:33

In today's episode, Coach Blake discusses the attributes that make up the "perfect" swimmer's body. New Episodes Every Monday!