My daughter once taped her swimming goal to the bathroom mirror. That simple note kept her focused for months. It was my first real glimpse …
Setting Realistic Goals: Guiding Your Athlete to Success

Your Stroke-by-Stroke Guide to Being a Sports Parent
Success in youth sports isn’t just measured by medals and time cuts — it’s about growth, grit, and how your child feels on the ride home.
The Mindset & Motivation category on SwimMom.net dives into the emotional and psychological side of competitive sports — for both young athletes and the parents cheering them on.
As a former swimmer and current sports mom, I know firsthand how mental strength can make or break performance, and how the wrong words (even with the best intentions) can do more harm than good.
My daughter once taped her swimming goal to the bathroom mirror. That simple note kept her focused for months. It was my first real glimpse …