How to Beat Race Day Nerves

How to Beat Race Day Nerves

Oct 30, 2026
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Nerves before a race are normal. In fact, they're a sign you care. What matters is having a routine that turns those nerves into focus. In my newest YouTube video I walk through the five-step pre-race routine I've used with swimmers over 32 years of coaching, from the night before right up to the blocks.

Watch it here: https://youtu.be/6E0ThRuJn8M

If you'd like more of this, plus full sessions and coaching support, come and join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Peterhillswimming

And if you want to pace your sets properly, PaceDeck is in my shop: https://buymeacoffee.com/waterwedoing/e/567823

Thanks for being here, and good luck at your next meet!

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