Episode #61 - Brian Johns, Olympic Swimmer, Head of Coaching Science at FORM

Brian Johns, a former competitive swimmer and Olympic athlete, shares his journey from a young swimmer to a national team member. He discusses the support of his family, the sacrifices he made, and the challenges he faced along the way. Brian emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and seeking new knowledge to improve as a coach and athlete. He also highlights the role of relationships and support systems in his success. Despite facing injuries and overtraining, Brian's determination and hard work propelled him to achieve his goals. Brian Johns discusses his experience with overtraining and the importance of finding balance in sports and life. He emphasizes the need for athletes to participate in multiple sports and engage in activities outside of their main sport. He also shares insights on coaching and how to recognize when an athlete is overtraining. Johns highlights the importance of communication and understanding the holistic aspects of an athlete's life. He also discusses the mental tricks he learned in the sporting world that have influenced other areas of his life. Johns reflects on the concepts of winning and success, and how his perspective on these has evolved over the years. He shares his Olympic experiences and the challenges he faced, as well as the lessons he learned from those experiences. Johns also discusses how swimming and his athletic background have influenced his parenting style and the importance of supporting his children's interests and commitments. Brian Johns discusses his coaching philosophy and how it has evolved throughout his career. He emphasizes the importance of supporting athletes at all levels and creating a foundation for excellence. Johns also shares his journey to joining Form and the impact the Form Swim Goggles have had on his own swimming. He highlights the ability to stay in the moment and the depth of data analysis the goggles provide. Johns also discusses his transition from professional swimming to coaching and finding a new identity outside of the pool. ___________ FORM: https://www.formswim.com/