Swim Moms of NJ

Episode 17: Swim Plateaus - When "Stuck" Isn't Stuck

September 20, 2026·59 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Early short-course times can feel stuck, and sometimes that is completely normal. Renee and Rochelle break down what a swim plateau really means, why September times do not define the season, and how to tell a normal training rebuild from a real red flag.They also cover the early-season meet-entry scramble, the proposed TEAM USA Act, the new College Swimming League, Lehigh men's swimming's suspension pending a hazing investigation, Golden Goggles nominees, Yu Zidi's 200 fly performance, and this week's Swimmer of the Week: Kaylee Alana Matos of the OCY Tigersharks.Plus: Favorite Things, Swim Mom Confessions, and the reminder every parent needs before comparing an early-season swim to last spring.CHAPTERS00:00 Cold open02:00 Headlines and shoutouts14:00 Swim plateaus: When "stuck" isn't stuck32:00 Favorite Things40:00 Swim Mom Confessions48:00 Wrap-upWhen has "stuck" turned out to be completely normal for your swimmer? Tell us in the comments.Follow Swim Moms of NJ on Instagram and TikTok: @swimmomsofnj

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