In this conversation, Eric Anderson shares his extensive coaching journey, highlighting key experiences and influences that shaped his coaching philosophy.

He discusses the importance of adaptability in coaching, especially in different cultural contexts like Malaysia. Eric emphasizes the need for a supportive environment to retain young athletes and the significance of continuous learning for coaches.

He also delves into technical aspects of swimming, particularly breaststroke, and offers insights on how to help athletes break through performance plateaus. Ultimately, Eric advocates for a process-oriented approach to coaching success, focusing on long-term development rather than immediate results.

You can connect with Eric via the links below:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericandersonswim/

Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-anderson-swim

Email: eric@makoapp.io

Website: ttps://makoswim.io/⁠

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