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Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim Guide

Hosted by ISCA · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 104 episodes

★★★★★5.0(1 ratings · Apple Podcasts)

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A thought-provoking and insightful exploration of the intersection of sports, technology, and human potential.=Heavy Or Not delves deeper into social issues, such as access to sports, cost of wellness, the impact of technology, and the importance of community engagement. Heavy Or Not incorporates the evolving role of A.I. in sports training, exploring both the benefits and potential drawbacks of this technology. The show integrates valuable educational content on swimming techniques, water safety, and environmental issues, making it more than just a sports drama.From the gritty pools of Pittsburgh to the ambitious rebuild of the Salmon Arm Aquatic Centre in BC, Canada, to the elite ISCA meets of Florida, this inspiring series follows a diverse cast of coaches and swimmers as they navigate the challenges and triumphs of competitive swimming.

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ISCA hosts Heavy Or Not - The O.G. Swim Guide, a sports show with 104 episodes published.

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Coach Speaks to City Council in Buffalo, NY, - AI Moonshot in PPS Arsenal - and asking a favor with a link

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Pitt Swimming Coach Resigns Amid Strategic Shift. Move Brings Athlete Uncertainty. Resignation in Serbia too.

May 7, 202613mEp. 101S3

It is depressing when people in power make terrible moves that make no sense. Student‑Athletes Question Pitt Swimming Future After Leadership Meeting Yields No Answers Two coaching shake‑ups fill episode #101 of Heavy Or

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Unconditional Love and Guidance: A Parent's Role in Shaping Young Athletes

Apr 22, 20268mEp. 100S2

The Power of Partnership: Parents, Coaches, and Swimmers Working Together for Success The Power‑Play of Parenting: Why Unconditional Love Beats All the Swim Drills "When a swimmer knows they're loved no matter the time o

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From Perfection to Excellence: How Coaches Inspire Daily Improvement and Belonging

Apr 15, 202615mEp. 99S2

Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, episode #99 "Perfection breeds fear. Excellence is just showing up a little better than you did yesterday—because impossible isn't a word in our world; 'I.M. possible' is." Coach Pierre L

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Building a Culture of Trust and Clear Accountability with Krista Hawkins, former PAWW swimmer

Apr 9, 202627mEp. 98S2

Truth About Leadership & Why Collaboration Beats a Lone Wolf Mentality In Heavy or Not, The OG Swim Guide, episode #98 , we're blessed to pick up a few flash-back comments as well as present leadership insights from a fo

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From Shy Student to Swimmer to Executive Coach: How Coaches Build Unshakable Mental Resilience

Apr 8, 20266mEp. 97S2

Krista and our PAWW Swim Team - flashback with AI In episode #97 of the podcast, Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, we rejoice in the discovery and shout out of another podcast. Years ago, Krista's journey to the PAWW swim

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Transform our new book into Custom Practice Plans in Seconds with the New Coaching Tool

Apr 4, 202610mEp. 96S2

Coach's Secret Weapon: Quick, Privacy‑First Lesson Plans Tailored to Sport, Age, and Time To the Lesson Generator for Mental Skills for Young Athletes. Break the Closed‑Loop Coaching Hierarchy with Independent Oversight

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Preview - Public Policy Playbook for Aquatics and Recreation

Mar 27, 202622mEp. 95S2

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Building a Winning Team Culture: Lessons from Elite International Coach, Harkai Hunor

Mar 14, 20269mEp. 94S2

Pillars of Team Success: Consistency, Trust, Adaptability, and Coach Leadership Episode #94 of Heavy or Not, we hear from elite coach Harkai Hunor's playbook for building a winning team culture. Learn the concrete steps

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Join the Lifeguard Movement: Protect Communities, Oceans, Lakes, Rivers and Swim Pools

Mar 7, 20267mEp. 93S2

Lifeguard Recruiting Campaign: Serve, Train, and Inspire While Safeguarding Water Activities Nationwide Check out the lifeguard recruiting film and the behind‑the‑scenes work that keeps our waters safe, and a bonus fortu

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Water: Drowning Prevention Strategies: Community Action, Grants, and Lifesaving Swim Programs

Feb 24, 202612mEp. 92S2

Education, Safety Barriers, and Collaborative Funding Initiatives From Grants to Lifeguards: Building a Safer Water Environment for All Ages Reducing Drowning Risks: Parents, Schools, and Policy Working Together for Wate

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Urgency, Authority, Call to Action w Marshall & Hall of Fame

Feb 23, 20269mEp. 91S2

Last Splash and Exit of Women Swim and Dive Team at Marshall University, episode #91 Open, Closing, Exit and Calls to Action for WPIAL Swimmers, Broadcasters and the ISCA Hall of Fame Tribute They CUT Women's Swimming an

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Why College Football's Looming Collapse Endangers All Youth Sports and How to Prevent It

Feb 14, 20265mEp. 89S2

Coach Mark Rauterkus worries that the looming crisis in college football will create a ripple effects across all college sports. He outlines a reform plan, highlights recent program cuts, and offers a path forward. You'l

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Nick Saban's Five Enemies of Greatness via My New Best Friend at The 7 Minute Leadership Pod

Feb 12, 202615mEp. 88S2

How Entitlement, Discipline, and Complacency Undermine Teams – Insights From Saban Inside Penn State's Quarter‑Billion Dollar Athletic Budget and Its Profit Margins In episode #88 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide , you

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Heavy or Not? The Doping Crisis No One Wants to Talk About | OG Swim Guide #90

Feb 11, 202617mEp. 90S2

Doping at 69?! The Ugly Truth About Recreational Sports. Say "No" to Enhanced Athletes and Their Games In Episode 90 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide , we peek into two shocking doping cases. One is involving a 69-year

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Coaching Burnout and Safety: Uncovering the Hidden Crisis in Our Sports Culture

Feb 2, 20269mEp. 87S2

Survey says, 91.9% of coaches say they love what they do… so why are nearly 85% of them facing burnout and ready to quit? The Coaching Crisis is here, now. Few are talking about it — but Barry Healey of BC Canada is. A S

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If you're a new coach, this is your unfair advantage…

Feb 2, 202625mEp. 84S2

The path to elite swim coaching isn't what you think—mentors, conversations, and unspoken rules are more powerful than any degree or software. Episode #84 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide explores truths behind elite s

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Athletic Matrix Formulation - From General Prep to Taper

Feb 1, 20267mEp. 86S2

Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide, episode #86, goes to the realm of a TRACK coach. Much of the planning is similar to swimming and other sports. Unlock the secret behind elite performance: a step‑by‑step guide to building

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AI Coaching Wizard: Grant Application for Transforming Youth Swimming into a Community‑Driven Learning Lab

Jan 26, 20267mEp. 85S2

See the proposal on the web at https://lap.red/moonshot-grant-2026/ Reimagining Pool Coaching: AI Connects, Learns, and Empowers Young Athletes Welcome to episode 85 of Heavy Or Not, The OG Swim Guide , where we reveal a

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