This may work in the reverse aspect as well. If one swimmer is constantly being negative about the sport, putting effort into their swimming and racing will inevitably have an effect on their teammates. One bad attitude can plant a seed and sprout for similar bad behavior. If swimming were an entirely individual sport, it wouldn’t matter how each member of the team acted on their own. In an environment which is so dependent on feedback and positivity, it is clear that teammates need to push and be there for each other so they may become the best version of themselves.
