Best Swimsmooth Podcasts (2024)

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#358 : How Pro Triathlete Kat Matthews Became A Front Pack Swimmer 45:59

1d ago45:59

45:59

What does it take to finish second at the Ironman World Championships? In this episode, I'm joined by professional triathlete, Kat Matthews, who's not only a fierce competitor, but also a source of inspiration for anyone looking to elevate their performance. Kat opens up about the strategies and habits that helped her climb to the top, from staying…

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#357 : Try This Pro Triathletes Top 5 Swim Tips 11:29

7d ago11:29

11:29

Mitch Kibby is a professional triathlete who's placed 16th in the 70.3 World Championship. He began his triathlon career without a swimming background, and has gone on to compete with some of the strongest swimmers in the pro field. This is how he did it. 00:22 Introduction 00:57 Favourite cue 01:56 Kick 03:03 Breathing both sides 05:11 Catch and p…

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#356 : Everything I know About Freestyle 34:50

20d ago34:50

34:50

With experience coaching over 8,000 swimmers, I'm sharing what really works to improve your freestyle—from finding a relaxed, efficient stroke to mastering the catch and pull. Tune in now! 00:34 Introduction 00:59 The Importance of Relaxation and Breathing 02:54 Reducing Drag for Better Swimming 04:41 Achieving the Perfect Body Position 06:04 Effec…

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#355 : How To Coordinate Your Freestyle Stroke with Tracey Baumann 44:58

1M ago44:58

44:58

In this episode, we sit down with Tracey Baumann to explore swim stroke synchronization and body connection for a more efficient swim. We discuss six key synchronization points, the importance of feeling the water, and the role of joint mechanics in creating a powerful stroke. Tracy shares her coaching evolution toward focusing on technique and sen…

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#354 : Olympian Reveals Her Freestyle Technique with Kiah Melverton 13:20

1M ago13:20

13:20

Kiah Melverton, an Olympian, former world record holder, and World Championship silver medalist, joins us in this episode. Kiah offers advice on improving freestyle technique, highlighting key areas swimmers should focus on to achieve a faster, more efficient stroke. Tune in now! 00:30 Meet Kia Malverton 00:5 Head and Body Position 01:26 Kicking 04…

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#353 : Every Adult Swimmer Should Know These This 29:50

2M ago29:50

29:50

I’ve spent 25 years helping adults become better swimmers, from beginners to pro triathletes. In this podcast, I’ll share what really works to go from feeling slow and frustrated to swimming fast, efficiently, and effortlessly. 00:00 Introduction 00:54 Balancing Tension and Relaxation 01:34 Reality vs Perception 02:24 Finding Your Unique Swimming S…

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#352 : How To Get Started In Marathon Swimming with Craig Lewin 33:27

2M ago33:27

33:27

Today, we’re joined by Craig Lewin, founder of Endurance Swimming, who discovered his passion in the open water. Though he started as an average swimmer in the pool, Craig found his stride in marathon swimming, where endurance and mindset matter more than speed. In this episode, he shares his journey and insights on tackling challenging open water …

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#351 : How to Generate Speed in Freestyle with Ash Delaney 16:16

2M ago16:16

16:16

In this episode, we sit down with Ash Delaney, coach of Olympic Gold Medalist and 100m freestyle world-record holder Kyle Chalmers. Ash shares his approach to coaching freestyle and offers valuable insights into how swimmers can improve their speed and technique in the water. 00:13 Introduction 00:37 Body Position and Kick Mechanics 01:58 Coaching …

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#350 : The Technology Behind The Men's 100m Freestyle World Record with Jaimie Fuller 46:13

2M ago46:13

46:13

Jaimie Fuller is the founder of EO, the creators of the SwimBetter device, which measure the force and direction of a swimmer's hand movements. These devices were used by gold and silver medalists in the 100m freestyle, Pan Zhang Lee and Kyle Chalmers, in the lead-up to the Paris Olympics. Tune in now! 00:00 Introduction 02:08 Top Swimmers Using eo…

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#349 : The Real Story Behind The Women's 10km Open Water At Paris with Sharon van Rouwendaal and Moesha Johnson 43:18

3M ago43:18

43:18

The women's 10km open water race at the Paris Olympics was a thrilling and grueling event that saw Sharon Van Rouwendaal of the Netherlands and Moesha Johnson of Australia showcase extraordinary endurance and strategy. Taking out the gold and silver medals, Sharon and Moesha put together a race for the ages. In this episode, we dive into the detail…

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#348 : How To Adapt Your Stroke For Triathlon Swimming with Bek Keat 53:17

3M ago53:17

53:17

Join former 6x Ironman Distance Champion and high-performance triathlon coach, Bek Keat, as she shares her insights on adapting your swimming stroke from the pool to the open water. Discover the changes triathletes must make to swim effectively in challenging conditions such as chops, waves, and crowded environments. Beck also reflects on her journ…

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#347 : Building Swim-Specific Strength The Smart Way with Sandra Harrell 49:36

3M ago49:36

49:36

In today's episode, Dr. Sandra Harrell, a former 5-time NCAA All-American swimmer and physical therapy expert, shares her insights on injury prevention, strength training, and performance optimization. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Harrell covers the importance of consistent strength training, nutrition, and recovery. Her tips are valuable …

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#346 : The Ins And Outs Of SwimRun (& Why It's One Of The Fastest Growing Endurance Sports) with The Löw Tide Böyz 37:38

3M ago37:38

37:38

We're thrilled to have Chipper and Chris, the powerhouse duo behind the Löw Tide Böyz, join us. Based in Northern California, this dynamic SwimRun team is on a mission to grow the sport of SwimRun and bring it to the forefront of endurance athletics. In this episode, we'll explore why many endurance athletes are making the transition to this sport.…

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#345 : How To Cut Your Learning Time In Half with James Anderson 51:49

4M ago51:49

51:49

James Anderson is an Australian-based international speaker, author, and educator passionate about helping people become better learners. In today’s episode, we cover how to fast-track our improvement as swimmers, when and how to use feedback on our technique, as well how to develop the skill of learning for better results in our swimming, work and…

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#344 : Finding Rhythm And Connection In Your Freestyle with Tracey Bauman 48:15

4M ago48:15

48:15

Today, we’re excited to welcome Tracey Bauman back to the podcast! She was a hit on episode 338, where we discussed making swimming more comfortable and efficient. In this episode, we’ll dive deeper into building a strong connection between your torso, legs, and arms, and the importance of good posture and alignment. We’ll also explore the benefits…

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#343 : How To Stop Your Arm From Dropping Like A Rock 27:25

4M ago27:25

27:25

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a Q&A session where I will answer your questions submitted on Instagram! Tune in for helpful tips and insights on how to improve your swimming. 00:48 I tried adjusting my head position, but my legs still sit too low. Do you have any recommendations? 02:42 How do you keep your hand up and gliding during the reac…

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#342 : Get Faster As You Get Older with Laura Quilter 41:01

4M ago41:01

41:01

In today's episode, we have Laura Quilter, a New Zealand swimmer and coach who has previously been the national champion in the 50m, 100m and 200m freestyle. Laura has achieved a lifetime PB at the age of 31, with only a third of the training she was doing in her earlier years. She’s also ventured into the sport of ice swimming (water under 5 degre…

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The Effortless Swimming Podcast

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#358 : How Pro Triathlete Kat Matthews Became A Front Pack Swimmer 45:59

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#357 : Try This Pro Triathletes Top 5 Swim Tips 11:29

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#356 : Everything I know About Freestyle 34:50

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#355 : How To Coordinate Your Freestyle Stroke with Tracey Baumann 44:58

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#354 : Olympian Reveals Her Freestyle Technique with Kiah Melverton 13:20

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#353 : Every Adult Swimmer Should Know These This 29:50

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#352 : How To Get Started In Marathon Swimming with Craig Lewin 33:27

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#351 : How to Generate Speed in Freestyle with Ash Delaney 16:16

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#350 : The Technology Behind The Men's 100m Freestyle World Record with Jaimie Fuller 46:13

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#349 : The Real Story Behind The Women's 10km Open Water At Paris with Sharon van Rouwendaal and Moesha Johnson 43:18

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#348 : How To Adapt Your Stroke For Triathlon Swimming with Bek Keat 53:17

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#347 : Building Swim-Specific Strength The Smart Way with Sandra Harrell 49:36

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#346 : The Ins And Outs Of SwimRun (& Why It's One Of The Fastest Growing Endurance Sports) with The Löw Tide Böyz 37:38

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#345 : How To Cut Your Learning Time In Half with James Anderson 51:49

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#344 : Finding Rhythm And Connection In Your Freestyle with Tracey Bauman 48:15

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#343 : How To Stop Your Arm From Dropping Like A Rock 27:25

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#342 : Get Faster As You Get Older with Laura Quilter 41:01

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