Every swimmer has a mental image of themselves when they swim.
For many, their mental image swims like Matt Biondi or Summer Sanders. For others it may be more like Charlie Brown or Bart Simpson. The longer I am involved with this sport, the more I realize that, in general, swimmers mental images are not even remotely accurate. Approximately half the time it's a pleasant surprise. Brian was one of these guys that knew he had perfected his strokes and had no use for swimming drills, constructive criticism or helpful hints.