Should You Warm Up in Your Tech Suit? & More From US Masters Coach of the Year Scott Bay, EP 235

Have you ever wondered how to maximize your performance at a swim meet? Join us as we catch up with the renowned master swim coach, Scott Bay, at the 15th annual Rowdy Gaines. Scott, the 2016's US Master Swimming Coach of the Year, hands out invaluable advice on how to approach a swim meet effectively - from a warmup routine that tunes your brain with your body, to adjusting your intensity and mentally preparing for every aspect of your race. Drawing from his vast experience, Scott illustrates the importance of warmup not just for its physiological benefits, but the psychological ones too. He shares insights on the ideal warmup distance, tackling moments when you're not at your peak, and the significance of a good cooldown. Furthermore, he even settles the tech suit debate: should we warm up in them or not? Don't miss out on this enlightening chat that promises to enhance your time in the pool and performance at swim meets.