Rescue Swimmer Mindset Podcast

Two Former USCG Rescue Swimmers

Elite Military Fitness

  • 56 minutes 59 seconds
    Navy Rescue Swimmer Mass Casualty Training

    In today's episode Brett Medford (Navy Rescue Swimmer) and Cody discuss how the Navy is training to rescue downed aircraft with 30+ people in the water.



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    27 April 2023, 11:15 am
  • 53 minutes 32 seconds
    Navy Rescue Swimmer Evolution

    Brett Medford is a Navy Helicopter Rescue Swimmer. In today's episode Brett and Cody discuss Navy Rescue Swimmer operations and where they are trying to make improvements to the job.


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    4 April 2023, 9:26 pm
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    How to Spot a Drowning Victim

    Slater Trout served under one of the nations most elite lifeguard services: the LA County Lifeguards. On this episode, we discuss his career as a professional paddle-boarder and big wave surfer, his near-death incident and how to assess a drowning victim as a lifeguard. Watch the Full Episode on YouTube HERE⁠⁠ Vince's Film Premiere

    Check out our Guest's, Slater Trout's Website

    Rescue Swimmer Mindset Episode 84


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    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. 

    -The RSM Team Be Better.

    23 March 2023, 10:39 am
  • 1 hour 17 minutes
    Underwater Drills with Swift Water Pros

    Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmers Vince and Cody chat with Swift Water rescue professionals, Tim Beatty and Craig Lewis, about river rescues and attending famous surfer Laird Hamilton's elite underwater training course.  

    Check out our Guest's Company Watershed Fitness

    Rescue Swimmer Mindset Episode 83

    Watch the Full Episode on YouTube HERE

    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

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    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. 

    -The RSM Team Be Better.

    19 December 2022, 2:01 pm
  • 1 hour 33 minutes
    How Rescue Swimmers Deal with Medical Emergencies

    A thorough breakdown of the step-by-step process of approaching and dealing with a real medical emergency by Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody Wright, and Wilderness First Responder, Vince.  

    In this episode you'll learn the full EMT patient assessment, from the scene size-up to the primary assessment and all the way to the patient treatment.  

    Rescue Swimmer Mindset Episode 82

    Watch the Full Episode on YouTube HERE

    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

    ALL Courses

    LIFEGUARD Course

    Perfect Form Master Class

    Win the Day Training Program

    Hold your Breath like a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

    Subscribe to: RSM and Wildertainment on YouTube.

    Instagram:⁣⁣ @RescueSwimmerMindset @Wildertainment ⁣⁣

    Tiktok: ⁣⁣ @rescueswimmermindset ⁣⁣ @wildertainment⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. -The RSM Team Be Better.

    24 November 2022, 6:32 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    Drowning Victims & Lifeguards (with Ed Vodrazka)

    Ed Vodrazka served as an ocean lifeguard in California for over 47 years. By teaching thousands of students lifeguarding skills and procedures, he became one of the most sought after educators and public speakers for the job. In 2021, Ed was recognized for his service with a resolution from California Senator Tony Atkins.

    His RSM Lifeguard course aims to help students improve their ocean knowledge as well as physically prepare them to become outstanding life savers. 

    Rescue Swimmer Mindset Episode 81

    Watch the Full Episode on YouTube HERE

    LIFEGUARD Course

    Watch the VETERAN FILM by Vince.

    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

    PRIVATE Coaching

    ALL Courses

    Perfect Form Master Class

    Win the Day Training Program

    Hold your Breath like a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

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    Instagram:⁣⁣ @RescueSwimmerMindset @Wildertainment ⁣⁣

    Tiktok: ⁣⁣ @rescueswimmermindset ⁣⁣ @wildertainment⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. -The RSM Team Be Better.

    29 August 2022, 9:35 pm
  • 35 minutes 14 seconds
    Q&A | Lifeguard Training

    RSM Cody and Vince answer rescue swimmer specific questions and talk about the new lifeguard training course. 

    Rescue Swimmer Mindset Episode 80

    LIFEGUARD Course

    Watch the VETERAN FILM by Vince.

    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

    PRIVATE Coaching

    ALL Courses

    Perfect Form Master Class

    Win the Day Training Program

    Hold your Breath like a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

    Subscribe to: RSM and Wildertainment on YouTube.

    Instagram:⁣⁣ @RescueSwimmerMindset @Wildertainment ⁣⁣

    Tiktok: ⁣⁣ @rescueswimmermindset ⁣⁣ @wildertainment⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. -The RSM Team Be Better.

    29 July 2022, 12:29 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Big Wave Hawaiian Lifeguard (with Joey Cadiz)

    Joey Cadiz is a seasoned lifeguard at Waimea beach in Honolulu, Hawaii. On this episode, Joey, Vince and Cody discuss lifeguard rescues, funny incidents and big wave hazards. 

    Watch Full Rescue Swimmer Mindset Episode 79 on Youtube HERE.

    Watch the VETERAN FILM by Vince.

    Joey Cadiz Instagram

    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

    PRIVATE Coaching

    ALL Courses

    Perfect Form Master Class

    Win the Day Training Program

    Hold your Breath like a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

    Subscribe to: RSM and Wildertainment on YouTube.

    Instagram:⁣⁣ @RescueSwimmerMindset @Wildertainment ⁣⁣

    Tiktok: ⁣⁣ @rescueswimmermindset ⁣⁣ @wildertainment⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. -The RSM Team Be Better.

    14 July 2022, 10:19 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    Top Mental Health Habits (with Calen Martens)

    Calen Martens is a Men's Mental health specialist. On this episode, Vince and Calen discuss unhealthy coping mechanisms, social media addiction, breath-work, meditation, healthy habits and how elite athletes can better their physical and mental well-being.  

    Watch Full Rescue Swimmer Mindset Episode 78 on Youtube HERE.

    Watch the VETERAN FILM by Vince. 

    Calen Martens: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭

    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

    ALL Courses

    Perfect Form Master Class

    Win the Day Training Program

    Hold your Breath like a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer


    Subscribe to: RSM and Wildertainment on YouTube.

    Instagram:⁣⁣ @RescueSwimmerMindset @Wildertainment ⁣⁣

    Tiktok: ⁣⁣ @rescueswimmermindset ⁣⁣ @wildertainment⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. -The RSM Team Be Better.

    30 June 2022, 10:00 am
  • 39 minutes 49 seconds
    Helicopter Incident | Training Schedule Science | Athletic Self-Care

    Cody and Vince discuss the future of the Rescue Swimmer Mindset, how to best break down ones yearly training schedule to maximize athletic development, mental and physical self-care techniques and a helicopter incident during Advanced Helicopter Rescue Swimmer school. 

    Watch Full Episode on Youtube HERE

    𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐞𝐭 | 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 77

    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

    ALL Courses

    Perfect Form Master Class

    Win the Day Training Program

    Hold your Breath like a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

    Subscribe to: RSM and Wildertainment on YouTube.

    Instagram:⁣⁣ @RescueSwimmerMindset @Wildertainment ⁣⁣

    Tiktok: ⁣⁣ @rescueswimmermindset ⁣⁣ @wildertainment⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. -The RSM Team Be Better.

    17 June 2022, 12:32 am
  • 1 hour 51 minutes
    Shark Stories & Lifeguards (with Ed Vodrazka)

    Ed Vodrazka is retired Southern California lifeguard who has spent the past 45 years dedicated to keeping swimmers safe. In today's episode Cody and Ed discuss the vigorous training Southern California Lifeguard candidates are challenged with and cover some of the notable experiences Ed had as an ocean lifeguard. 

    Earlier this year Ed released a book titled Stories from Sea Level. In the book he details epic stories of other lifeguards conducting rescues over the years. If you are interested in this book go check it out on Amazon

    If you would like a signed copy from Ed Vodrazka himself listen up to the last few minutes of the episode to get his Venmo (or search his name). Once you find him on Venmo, send him $20 and include your name and mailing address in the description.


    Watch Full Episode on Youtube HERE.

    𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞 𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐞𝐭 | 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝟕𝟔


    Training for Rescue Swimmer School, BUDS, Air Force PJ or any Elite Athletic Training?

    Train like a Rescue Swimmer

    Perfect Form Master Class

    Win the Day Training Program

    Hold your Breath like a Helicopter Rescue Swimmer

    Lower Your 1.5 Mile Run Time


    Subscribe to: RSM and Wildertainment on YouTube.

    Instagram:⁣⁣ @RescueSwimmerMindset @Wildertainment ⁣⁣

    Tiktok: ⁣⁣ @rescueswimmermindset ⁣⁣ @wildertainment⁣⁣ ⁣⁣

    The Rescue Swimmer Mindset is hosted by one current and one veteran Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Cody & Vince. This show is best suited for those with a physically driven mindset such as Athletes, Helicopter Rescue Swimmers, Olympians, Air Force Pararescue Jumpers, Marine Recons, Army Rangers, Green Berets, Infantry, Navy Seals, Special Forces, individuals preparing for Bootcamp or simply those trying to get into physical shape. This podcast is not associated with the Coast Guard nor the military in any way and does not represent the views nor positions of those organizations. -The RSM Team Be Better.

    25 November 2021, 12:00 pm
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