Podcasts about Open water swimming

Welcome to episode 285 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We've got a great one for everyone this week. Elite swim coach and founder of Effortless Swimming, Brenton Ford, is back on the show with fresh knowledge bombs. In this conversation we chatted about becoming comfortable with open water swimming, optimal drafting techniques for Swimrun, and how to train for it all. This episode certainly falls into the “get your notepads out for this one” category.Enjoy!~~~That's it for this week's show. If you are enjoying the Löw Tide Böyz, be sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast player and leave us a five-star rating and review since that's the best way for people to discover the show and the sport of Swimrun. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and on YouTube. Check out our website for Swimrun resources including gear guides, tips, how-to videos and so much more. Also make sure to check out our meme page @thelowtideboyz on Instagram. If you have any suggestions for the show or questions for us, send us a dm or an email at lowtideboyz@gmail.com. Finally, you can support our efforts on Patreon…if you feel so inclined.Thanks for listening and see you out there!-  Chip and Chris

A collaborative project between the University of Brighton and Sight Support Worthing is looking at ways of making outdoor swimming an accessible option for blind and partially sighted people. RNIB Connect Radio's Allan Russell spoke to Sadie Rockliffe, from Brighton University, to learn more about the research and their successful pilot event. If you'd like more info on the research, or swimming opportunities, go to www.accessiblewaters.co.uk #RNIBConnect Image Shows RNIB Logo, White Background RNIB in Bold Black Letters with A Solid Pink Line Below

Emma Tracey explores how accessible beaches are if you are a wheelchair user, and how inclusive open water swimming is if you can't see. Some really useful and interesting info you won't want to miss in this chat with Will Behenna, Director of the Beach Access Project, and Sadie Rockliffe from the University of Brighton And Dr Grace Spence Green is the woman who was disabled when a man fell on her from a height at a shopping centre in London. She was 22-years-old and continued her studies to become a doctor. She has a new book out and says becoming disabled radicalised her. Presenter and producer Emma Tracey Sound design by Dave O'Neill Produced by Kirsteen Knight Series producer: Beth Rose Editor: Damon Rose And a special shout-out to our friends at BBC South East who got their toes wet by visiting the swimmers in Brighton.

Discover how the CLDSA Summit Programme is changing lives through mentorship, sponsorship, and open water swimming. Fitness presenter and mental fitness coach Liezel van der Westhuizen joins Africa Melane to spotlight the Robben Island crossing — a 7.5km swim in icy waters that demands courage, resilience, and elite mental fitness. Hear stories of real swimmers (Mathutwana Portia Mokoena and Londi Sibisi) who’ve defied the odds and learn how this mentorship and sponsorship programme is rewriting the narrative of who gets to take on open water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some great questions today! We look at run form and economy and how to be a better runner for a longer distance. We talk about what do do when you lose your motivation to train and race. We get into how much you should swim in open water vs. the pool. The differences and how to approach open water. And we talk about trail racing and how to train for races based on their terrain. Topics: Big 70.3 weekend Run efficiency and technique Economy and form Running hills How to feel like you're “cruising” on your run Negative split running Unbalance and injuries How to find the spark again Struggling with motivation Playing the long game Do it for yourself Turning inward to find your motivation Pick a fake race date How much open water swimming do you need? How much running is too much Different courses and terrain Cross training for ultras   Mike Tarrolly - mike@c26triathlon.com Robbie Bruce - robbie@c26triathlon.com

On today's podcast, learn all about swimming, open water swimming and swimming products by TeamZealios.com. Stacy Kiefer is my guest. She was a D3 swimmer in college and a life long swimmer. She offers tips and strategies for open water swimming. In addition, she is the marketing director of Zealios. Zealios offers an array of products including shampoo, conditioner, body wash, body lotion after the open water or chlorinated pools. They also have chafing creams, sunscreens and more. Find out how the company started and where they are going. Here are some of the questions I asked Stacy: Can you tell us about your swimming background and how you got started? Can you share tips and strategies for open water swimming? What is Zealios and how did it start? Can you talk about their new sunscreen products? You wrote the forward in my new open water swimming book, can you share your insight into that? To find out more about Zealios products, go to HTTP://www.teamzealios.com and make sure to use the code: ZupWERENDURANCE for 20% off! This show was sponsored by the Russo Law Group, PC, Long Island's signature elder law, estate planning and special needs law firm. For more information visit HTTP://www.vjrussolaw.com. And, PlayTri, everything swim bike and run under one big box store and online! Go to HTTP://www.playtri.com/store.  

No big news besides the RC of React Native 0.80, which gives us time to talk about the current version hell for React Native developers, and a great new Expo DevTool for everyone using TanStack Query!Also in this episode:- RSCs are underrated- Preview of Dead Simple Invoice App- Apple doesn't like my app- Open Water Swimming & Cold Water Shock

Episode #130 The long swim with Christina MacDougall We dive into the world of Open Water Swimming and have a great chat with Christina. She is an extremely accomplished swimmer herself and we roll through lots of the ins and outs of swimming long. She has recently completed the SCAR event in Arizona and is preparing for th English Channel Swim! Lots of great insights here!   follow Christina here! SCAR Swim Questions? Looking for individual coaching?  -- check us out! Top Step Training - Jesse MCC - Marilyn

This is the episode you were waiting for! The third part in our "Learn to Love Series" with Guest host Lindsay Long.  The swim portion of of tri training and racing can be tough. Unlike biking and running, where more volume, speed, or strength work can translate to faster times, swimming often doesn't work that way.  Add in how much time swim training can take and the fear of open water...and well...we won't go on.  Because this episode is about learning to love the swim!  Some topics covered: Overcoming fear in swimming The importance of structured training  Setting goals and staying committed  Being patient  Realistic goals Tips and tricks Incorporating swim toys  Letting go of judgment  Have a listen! JOIN OUR SUMMER KICK OFF CHALLENGE:  https://www.iracelikeagirl.com/products/june  

What if the secret to crushing your next open water swim isn't just logging more miles, but learning to embrace the chaos, drafting like a pro, taking the occasional hit, and then surging ahead with confidence. Today on the Effortless Swimming Podcast, I'm joined by Damien from Flow State Swimming it's premier open water coaching squad. Damien didn't learn to swim in a pool. He learned to survive and thrive in choppy conditions. Mastering tactics from course recon to aggressive positioning so that you never have to feel like a victim out there. In this episode, we'll dive into the mental shift from passive paddler to assertive racer. While your catch and glide sweet spot might unlock explosive speed, exactly how to build the suffer tolerance that makes hard efforts feel effortless. Hands-on coaching hacks for feeling the water and finding flow. And whether you are gearing up for your first triathlon or hunting a personal best in an open water race, stick around. By the time we're done, you'll know how to swim hard, swim smart, and swim free. Know what's required. Let's jump in. 02:07 Introduction to Flow State Swimming 04:08 The Tactical Side of Open Water Swimming 06:22 Coaching Strategies: Propulsion vs. Glide 12:46 Finding the Sweet Spot 17:19 The Importance of Feel Over Pace 23:39 The Hell Set: Pushing Limits in Training 34:04 Success Stories: Progress in Swimming 41:38 Conclusion and Contact Information

Great Workout for Long Distance Open Water Swimming!!!      Total Distance: 5000 Warm up: 200 Loosen w/Fins4 x150 Desc 1-4 Pull buoy + Paddles 6x 100 Reverse IMO 10” sec restMain Set 1500m Solid pace. 7-8/10 effort 3x (5x100 on your base interval) 5 are at 1500 pace 5 are 2” sec Faster 5 are 4” sec Faster. Cool Down w/ Fins 200 as 100 free 100 Back 200 as 50 free 50 back 200 easy kick social. Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@SwimSetsbythePool Patreon: patreon.com/SwimSetsbythePool Instagram: @swimsetsbythepool @gharpzorz @natefdot

Nancy Steadman Martin is the only woman in the world, over 70, to break 21 minutes in the 1500 freestyle! What does it mean to be truly unstoppable at 70? Steadman Martin embodies this question as she continues to shatter world swimming records while maintaining a thriving career as a senior law partner. Her remarkable journey defies every notion about aging and physical limitations. She's also a mermaid--really!Nancy's swimming resume reads like a fantasy novel: world records in the 800 and 1500 freestyle (70-74 age group), swimming the English Channel in record time for women over 50, completing the coveted Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming, and winning national titles that often beat competitors decades younger. All while working full-time in law.The secret to her extraordinary success? A 5:05 AM daily plunge into the pool for a 4,500-yard workout before heading to the office by 8:00, coupled with an unwavering commitment to goal-setting. "I couldn't just get in the pool and swim up and down," Nancy explains. "I need something that I'm looking forward to." This forward-looking perspective has carried her through every challenge, including a life-threatening bout with pneumonia that required lung surgery in 2017.Perhaps most touching is the legacy connection—Nancy now competes to break her late mother's backstroke records as she ages into each new bracket, describing the feeling as if her mother is swimming in the lane beside her. This familial connection extends to her chosen swimming family, the Mighty Mermaids, a legendary team of women in their 60s and 70s who have been breaking relay records together for 20 years.When asked what word comes to mind when diving into water, Nancy's answer is profoundly simple: "I'm home." For anyone feeling limited by age or circumstance, Nancy's extraordinary journey proves that with the right mindset and community, our greatest achievements may still lie ahead, regardless of age.Email us at HELLO@ChampionsMojo.com. Opinions discussed are not medical advice, please seek a medical professional for your own health concerns.

This month's #LesterInYourLounge brought us to Clovelly, broadcasting from the home of Traci Kwaai, where Lester Kiewit was joined by Shruti Nair, a Fish Hoek resident, small business owner, and close friend of Traci’s. Originally from India, she traces her love of water back to childhood traditions in her hometown’s stepwells. In recent years, she has embraced open-water swimming, training regularly and competing in races. She swims an average of 2 km unassisted and is preparing for the Robben Island crossing in May, taking on the Clifton Mile this weekend as part of her journey. As a person of colour living in a coastal city, Shruti is deeply passionate about reclaiming and embracing the ocean, challenging barriers, and inspiring others to do the same.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 137 of The Jason Khalipa Podcast, Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez tackle the excuses holding you back and share how embracing discomfort can transform your life. From the power of consistency in training to overcoming fears and taking on challenges like Misogi, this episode is packed with insights to help men step up and grow. Whether it's improving fitness, facing mental barriers, or building resilience, Jason and Gabe break it all down. Tune in and start taking action today!Code: JKPODCAST for 50% off Lab Work at BlokesFor Him: https://blokes.co/jkpodcastFor Her: https://choosejoi.co/jkpodcastNever let momentum get to zero. Listen to the Jason Khalipa Podcast every Monday and Thursday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.Follow Jason: https://instagram.com/jasonkhalipa?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Follow TRAIN HARD: https://www.instagram.com/trainhard.fit/?hl=enNever Zero Newsletter: https://www.th.fit/NCFIT Programming For Gym Owners: https://www.nc.fit/programmingPhilanthropy: https://avaskitchen.org/Chapters:0:00 Freezing Office Struggles – Gabe's Space Heater Debate2:02 Why a Comfortable Gym Makes You Train Harder5:41 Secret to Mental Toughness – The Comfort Crisis Explained7:39 Transform Your Life with Misogi Challenges11:14 Epic Climbing Adventures and Unique Hiking Tips13:05 Turning 40? Celebrate with a 40-Mile Ruck Challenge16:53 Fear of the Deep – Why Swimming in Lakes is Terrifying18:33 Ocean Swimming Dangers: Sharks, Waves, and Survival21:53 From Beginner to Pro: CrossFit Athletes Conquer Swimming23:39 Open Water Swimming for Real Men – The Ultimate Test26:54 The Key to Strength – Bench Press Gains in Two Years28:33 Why Consistency Beats Intensity in Weight Training31:58 Fitness Over 40 – It's Never Too Late to Start33:34 Why Men Are Struggling and How to Fix It37:07 Grow Stronger with Love and Compassion38:42 Stop Making Excuses – Take Charge of Your Life41:52 Build a Brotherhood – Creating a Powerful Brand Vision43:25 What's Next – Exciting Plans for April46:27 Join the Brotherhood – Accountability and Fitness Community

Welcome to the podcast. This is a rebroadcast of another podcast called the Human Endurance Podcast with two friends of mine, Bruna and Fabi. I was a guest on there recently, and I wanted to share this episode with you because I feel like a lot of key things were covered that if you're a swimmer or a triathlete, this is going to help you improve. Whether you want to get better at open water swimming, making sure you fuel correctly, how you should train, what are some common mistakes and foundational skills    01:28 Meet Brenton Ford: Founder of Effortless Swimming 11:24 Common Mistakes and Foundational Skills for Swimmers 18:56 Improving Swimming Technique and Training Tips 29:16 The Importance of Drills and Effective Training 39:45 Skills in Open Water Swimming vs. Pool Swimming 44:02 Increasing Stroke Rate vs. Distance Per Stroke 47:47 Choosing the Right Wetsuit 58:15 Fueling for Long Swim Sessions 01:03:14 The Journey of Effortless Swimming 01:15:12 The Future of Swimming 01:20:38 Fire Questions

Katie Pumphrey is an American ultramarathon open water swimmer. Katie is a force in the water. On June 25, 2024, she made history as the first person to complete the Bay to Baltimore swim—a grueling 24-mile journey from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to Baltimore's Inner Harbor. She is also one of the elite few to achieve the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming, having conquered the English Channel, the Catalina Channel, and a 28.5-mile swim around Manhattan.A graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art, her paintings, sculptures, and installations use abstraction and humor to examine how our imagination shapes our fears. Her art has been exhibited in galleries across the U.S., including solo shows in Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Key West.Katie is currently training for her 3rd English Channel in 2025.Katie lives in Baltimore City, Maryland with her husband Joe and their dog, Adja.In this episode of My Fame, Explained, we dive into Pumphrey's artistic process, her mindset as an endurance athlete, and how both worlds intersect in her life. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about pushing limits—on canvas and in open water.Follow Katie Pumphrey onInstagramFollow Larry Gilbert on⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

An army major completed the Triple Crown of open water swimming when he crossed the Foveaux Strait. Army major David Edgar spoke to Corin Dann.

Send us a textWelcome to Clever Dicks, where we dive into the stories of extraordinary athletes who have redefined their sports and inspired the world.Today, we spotlight Mary Fisher, one of New Zealand's most decorated Paralympic swimmers. Born with a visual impairment, Mary didn't just overcome obstacles—she shattered records. A Paralympic gold medalist, world champion, and multiple world record-holder, she dominated the pool in events ranging from sprint freestyle to backstroke and medley, and of late, Ice Swimming and Open Water Swimming. Her journey began in Wellington, but her impact has rippled across the globe. From standing atop the podium in London 2012 to breaking world records at Rio 2016, Mary's career has been a testament to resilience, skill, and determination. And beyond the pool, she's tackled open water swimming, proving that her love for the water knows no bounds.To top it off, Mary is one of the nicest people I know. Enjoy!

This week, we dive into the dynamics of co-existing as an athlete couple and the unique realities that come with it. We also tackled a variety of topics, including:Carbon-plated running sandals: they are real.The creative process: What comes first—music or video?Wahoo Kickr maintenance tipsIf you won $5M, would you retire from triathlon?Shoes that perform well on both pavement and trail in the same runOpen water swimming in a cross current: Tips and tricksShould you re-index your rear derailleur when switching to the trainer?A big thank you to our podcast supporters who help keep the podcast alive. You can become a podcast supporter as well as submit questions for the podcast at ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcastWahoo Kickr RunSwim sets with Paula 400 choice 8x 50 asOdds: 25 head up (polo), 25 DPSEvens: 25 DPS, 25 build to FAST6 x (2 x 75 + 2 x 50) on the same interval (example 60 seconds) 75's are hard; 50's are easy 5 x 100 pull with paddles as (4 strokes fast off each wall, the rest DPS) 200 cool down choice = 3000

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This podcast is about open water swimming in London – given how urban this global city is, it is not immediately obvious that this is a great place for open water swimming. Indeed, there is a thriving open water swimming scene. More accurately, there are several open water swimming scenes in London - in rivers (usually the River Thames), lakes, ponds, and outdoor pools. Here are four personal accounts of swimming in London in river, pond, lake and pool, respectively. These are: from Teddington to Richmond, in the Thames; in the Ponds at Hampstead Heath; at the Serpentine Swimming Club in Hyde Park; and with the South London Winter Swimming Club at Tooting Bec Lido. These are extracts from the book ‘Memories like Water – Swimming in 65 places at the age of 65', swum in 2019-20. All pre-pandemic swims, the one at Tooting Bec being on the cusp of COVID-19 lockdown.

Taiwanese Wins the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming "If at first you don't succeed, try, try again." This means when you want something very much, keep going! Never give up! 「如果失敗了，就要一直試到成功!」意思是如果你想要完成一件事的話，就要努力堅持下去! Click HERE to see the full episode transcript.

In this episode of the Human Endurance Expert Series, we talked to Brenton Ford, founder of Effortless Swimming. Brenton founded Effortless Swimming with the mission to help people around the world in improving their swimming technique. Effortless Swimming has grown to be one of the biggest channels on Youtube, having 350K followers reaching with 30M+ views on their top videos. Apart from their content, Effortless Swimming provides online courses, in-person clinics, as well as training camps around the world. (00:08) Meet Brenton Ford: Founder of Effortless Swimming (11:13) Common Mistakes and Foundational Skills for Swimmers (18:48) Improving Swimming Technique and Training Tips (29:08) The Importance of Drills and Effective Training (39:34) Skills in Open Water Swimming vs. Pool Swimming (43:51) Increasing Stroke Rate vs. Distance Per Stroke (47:36) Choosing the Right Wetsuit (58:04) Fueling for Long Swim Sessions (01:03:45) The Journey of Effortless Swimming (01:15:53) The Future of Swimming (01:20:30) Fire Questions --- Website: https://effortlessswimming.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EffortlessSwimming Follow Effortless Swimming on IG: @effortlessswimming Follow Fabi on IG: @endurance_fabi Follow Bruna on IG: @justbrunathings

Why are more people diving into chilly waters all year round? Meet Annabel Médard, an open water swimming enthusiast who shares her perspective on the joys and benefits of swimming in nature, and the communities that have formed around the open water (218 characters)

The Cayman Motoring Federation (CMF) is thrilled to announce the launch of the globally acclaimed F1 in Schools program in the Cayman Islands. Cayman Prep secure Dart Under 13 double titles. Cayman athletes and coaches head to the Caribbean Special Olympics Beach Games this weekend in Trinidad and Tobago competing in Bocce Ball and Open Water Swimming events.

Athlete Gerrard Gosens didn't realise he was blind until his first day at primary school. His adventurous spirit led him to become a three time Paralympian, climb Mt Everest, swim the English Channel, and perform the rhumba on Dancing With The Stars.This conversation talks about family life, family history, childhood memories, origin stories, training, medical procedures, surgery, mountaineering, mountains, cycling, open water swimming, parenting, genetic conditions, glaucoma, disability, charity, Stevie Wonder, chocolate, training, exercising, Paralympic sport, triathlon, indoor climbing, sepsis, team building, reality TV, and fundraising.

Send us a textWelcome along to episode 107, on this episode we speak to Mike Jubb, Mike started his sporting journey as an Orienteer in the 80's (teenage years and through uni)Having fell out of love with the sport, he became a track Runner in the 90's (steeplechase) and reached a high level only just missing out representing GB at the commonwealth games, he found multisport, duathlon, after finishing top-50 at London Marathon 2002Mike won an Age-group Silver medal at World Duathlon Champs 2003 and then was picked to represent Gb at the elite Duathlon level 2004-2005, World Cups, European Champs, World ChampsMike Took up swimming after birth of daughter in 2005 (and having a bit of a breakdown mid-race) as the pressures of life got too much.Mike progressed through the the  triathlon distances at ‘participation' level – returned to Age-Group racing in 2017 at Aquabike European ChampsWe discuss Mikes career path after a period of time in banking, as a qualified accountant.Mike States "my strength lies in my ability to apply my knowledge to drive commercial decision making. I applied this at HSBC for 14 years, working in UK, European and Global Head Office roles.Following the 2012 Olympics I applied my skills to launching a charity and growing it from start-up to delivering activities to help over 160,000 children to lead more active lives.Sadly the charity became a victim of the Covid crisis, and I'm now following my passion for physical activity as the Head of Events and Open Water Swimming at Active Training World, a rapidly growing and successful Sports Event Management company."Please enjoy Mikes fascinating journey.

For many years, we've been used to in-stadium commentaries on football matches for people with no or only a little sight, but Crystal Palace have become the first Premier League club to offer another permanent high-tech accessibility feature to their partially sighted fans. It is called the GiveVision device. It provides people who have some remaining vision with an enhanced view of the game, up close to their eye. Fans Susan Vernon and Phil Green tell us of their experiences using the headset device at Selhurst Park stadium and Joanna Liddington from GiveVision describes the kind of interest they have received from other clubs.Couple Emma Tracey and Robin Spinks allow us to tag along as they attend their regular cold water swimming spot. They describe the benefits they experience from cold water submersion, along with some of the more specific benefits of this activity for visually impaired people.Presenter: Peter White Producer: Beth Hemmings Production Coordinator: Pete Liggins Website image description: Peter White sits smiling in the centre of the image and he is wearing a dark green jumper. Above Peter's head is the BBC logo (three separate white squares house each of the three letters). Bottom centre and overlaying the image are the words "In Touch" and the Radio 4 logo (the word Radio in a bold white font, with the number 4 inside a white circle). The background is a bright mid-blue with two rectangles angled diagonally to the right. Both are behind Peter, one is a darker blue and the other is a lighter blue.

Episode 58! Today's conversation is with the incredibly motivated, inspiring and humorous, Brisbane based endurance open water swimmer, born without arms, Kerry-Lee Gockel.We cover a whole raft of topics based around Kerry-Lee's journey into swimming and in the past five years or so, long-distance ocean swimming events, including:Kerry-Lee's birth story; being born - unexpectedly - without arms; and the sanctuary and support her family have provided over the yearsKerry-Lee's journey from self-proclaimed "the least sporty child" to a highly accomplished swimmer as an adult - initially as a competitor in the pool, before entering her first open water swim in 2004The logistics and ins and outs of taking on mammoth 10KM++ ocean swims including training; fuelling and teamwork, "getting into cruising altitude", along with adaptations Kerry-Lee makes as a "wingless warrior" in ocean swellsKerry-Lee's experience of the Island Charity Swim from Mudjimba to Moolooolaba on the Sunshine Coast and the connections she and her team have fostered with the Sunshine Coast Special Schools as a result.Kerry-Lee's very positive experience of community through open water swimming and how anyone curious about open water swimming can give it a tryHolidaying with her husband Paul (also a swimmer and former Australian Paralympian) "Ocean Swim Safaris" across the worldKerry-Lee's goals and vision for the future, increasing mileage even further!We recorded this prior to Kerry-Lee taking on the Swim Around Keppel - a 20KM swim, as a team (and in future plans, solo!)Be sure to say hi to Kerry-Lee on Instagram @thewinglesswarriorThanks as always to the podcast Patreon supporters - you're amazing! You can help keep the podcast lights on and join the community here: www.patreon.com/intotheweehourspodcastOr, if you've enjoyed this episode, I'd love if you'd consider buying me a virtual coffee, to help me create the next podcast episode!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the New England Endurance Podcast, we dive deep into the world of open water swimming with Craig Lewin, President and Head Coach of Endurance Swimming. Craig, a Boston College and Northeastern graduate, is not only a seasoned athlete and coach but also the founder of Beyond The Breakers, a groundbreaking conference aimed at uniting the open water swim community in New England.Craig shares his journey in open water swimming, highlighting his incredible achievement of completing the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming—conquering the Catalina Channel, the 20 Bridges Swim, and the English Channel. His expertise extends to being an Ironman Certified Coach and a US Masters Swimming Certified Coach, making him a formidable force in the New England endurance sports world and beyond.We also discuss some hidden gems in the open water swimming scene, including the Kingdom Swim Festival and the iconic Boston Lighthouse Swim. Craig also mentions the folks at Massachusetts Open Water Swim Association and its role in fostering a vibrant swimming community, as well as the Facebook group Boston Open Water Swimming.This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about swimming, endurance sports, or simply interested in learning more about the thriving open water swim culture in New England.Art & Eric embark on a journey to showcase and celebrate the endurance sports community in New England.

What if we told you new goggles could help you nail your next TriDot swim workout? TriDot and FORM Smart Goggles have joined forces to enable athletes to follow their workout in the water better than ever before! FORM's Director of Business Development, Scott Dickens (a former Olympic swimmer), joins Coach Dan Caskie and Andrew to discuss the recent integration and how it can elevate your swim experience. Scott shares stories from his time as an Olympian, and how FORM Goggles were invented. Dan and Scott share their favorite features of FORM goggles and how they can assist every swimmer. If you have ever wanted to try FORM goggles, this is a must listen to episode.

Ever wondered why some triathletes glide effortlessly through open water while others struggle? Join Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation as he unlocks the secrets to mastering your open water swim performance. From essential tips like extending underwater and fingertip drag drills to blowing bubbles for optimal breathing, Patrick offers practical advice designed to help both novices and seasoned athletes alike. Get ahead with strategies to stay on course, such as environmental assessment and landmark identification, ensuring that you don't waste precious energy zigzagging in the water.   Stay tuned as Patrick provides insider techniques to refine your sighting and maintain proper form even amidst the chaos of race day. Learn how to integrate sighting with your breathing, using your arm as a marker to keep your hips from dropping and your speed from stalling. Discover how slight adjustments in hand placement can keep you moving straight and true. Finally, Patrick emphasizes the importance of relaxation, recentering, and understanding group dynamics, all critical components in optimizing your swim performance. For those eager to elevate their triathlon swim game, this episode is packed with expert strategies and actionable tips you won't want to miss.   Learn more and take our free email course here: https://mailchi.mp/endurancenation.us/freefourkeys

Today I am syncing up with Adina O'Neill, Founder of Team B Real, Swimming and Triathlon Coach and Author of the New book, Forward is a Pace. Adina shares where her journey into endurance sports began and how she is on a mission to help ordinary people unleash the extraordinary athlete inside, empowering people to feel what it's like to accomplish an athletic goal for the first time or for seasoned athletes taking their racing to new levels. Adina went from not being able to run a mile to completing over 100 endurance events including the Paris Marathon, IRONMAN Mont Tremblant, ice swims, a 13 mile swim, and a 200 mile single day bike ride. We chat about her philosophy around coaching athletes of all levels, Marathon Swimming and what athleic events are on her list, Open Water Swimming and some keys tips on form and mindset, finding the right coach,  the parallels between building a coaching business, writing a book, and athletics. OFFERS SiPhox Health: 20% Off First Purchase SiPhoxhealth.com/marnionthemove Ketone-IQ: Ketone.com/Marni for 30% Off First Subscription CONNECT Adina O'Neill on Instagram Marni On The Move Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, or YouTube` Marni Salup on Instagram and Spotify SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our weekly newsletter, Do What Moves You, for Marni on the Move updates, exclusive offers, invites to events, and exciting news! SUPPORT THE PODCAST Leave us a review on Apple. It's easy, scroll through the episode list on your podcast app, click on five stars, click on leave a review, and share what you love about the conversations you're listening to. Tell your friends to what you love on social. Screenshot or share directly from our stories the episode you're listening to, tag us and the guests.

In this episode, you'll learn:How Julie set the record for swimming 37.6 miles around Siesta Key

In this episode, I answer a question on open water swimming.Send questions through to tim@trainsmooth.com  

Mikey and Vicki discuss Pride and open water swimming. Olympian, Peter Prijdekker, shares how he has swum with Pride throughout his life. Vicki has a chat with team-mates from Out To Swim, her LGBTQ+ swimming club. Kerry Andrew reads from their haunting book Skin about a non-binary swimmer looking for their father. Then we find out about swimming with Pride around the country starting with Brighton where we discuss a new idea.  We move to Kendal, where Jonathan Cowie explores how Pride is celebrated in the Lakes. Finally, Vicki goes to the Royal London Docks for the first in a new series of Pride Swims rolling out across the country. Find out more: ⁠@swimoutpodcast ⁠or ⁠swimout.net

Happy June everyone!  It's time for another round of listener questions, and we had so many that we split it up into two parts.  Part 1 answers the questions below: Balancing open water vs pool sessions How do you get over being pummeled in a swim ? How to find the joy in swimming and not overthink everything?  Is a TT bike boring? Is a TT bike harder to ride than a road bike?  How do you clip in and not die? How do you strength train so you don't have dead legs on the bike? How do you improve mobility in your hips, shoulders, and ankles? How often do should you clean your bike and can you use degreaser? 

Gráinne Moss is arguably Irelands most accomplished female open water swimmer.  At 16 she was the first female to represent Ireland in open water swimming at the World Championships.  At 17 she became the first Irish woman to swim the English Channel. She has continued to achieve many firsts including the first Irish woman to swim Cook Strait (2001) Foveaux (2022), Lake Taupō (2021) and the Channel of Bones in Hawaii (2023).  Gráinne holds three Triple Crowns of Open Water Swimming (awarded when a swimmer has completed three of the toughest swims in any nation) - including appropriately the Irish and New Zealand Triple Crowns given she was born in Ireland and moved to New Zealand in 1998. Since 2022 Gráinne has teamed up with Kenzie's Gift to use her swims as an opportunity to raise vital funds for this important charity which cares for children and young people who have experienced serious loss and grief.  Her next adventure is in May this year when she will swim the famous straits of Gibraltar crossing from Africa to Spain. ***  Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement.  Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Gráinne Being born in Ireland Emigrating to New Zealand at the end of the 90s Living in Wellington, New Zealand Representing Ireland and the first Open Water Swimming Championships (1986) Her early years and memories of water  Being spotted as talented at swimming at 6 years old Wanting to better herself and try new things Swimming for Bangor Swim Club  Making the transition to open water swimming Meeting people from around the world who loved open water swimming The pressure of swimming competitively and wanting to swim well Getting married and having 4 children  Swimming through out the years Getting back into big swims in 2021 Lessons learning from the big swims Making an emotional commitment to the swim Keeping motivated while waiting to compete the big swims Having her family involved in the big swims What the journey of a swim looks like  Swimming the Channel of Bones in Hawaii (43km) Having anxiety and neves before the swim and feeling full of doubt  Taking medication for sea sickness Swimming for charity - Kenzie's Gift  Training and maintaining swim fitness Working with a swim coach (Phillip Rush) and the importance of stretching The importance of recovery  Handing changes in her body over the years Being aware of her body Not using a watch or GPS Learning how to train smart  Nutrition while swimming and getting the fuel needed to complete the big swims Homemade leek and potato swims for the cold swims PURE Sports Nutrition  The importance of feeding fast  Digging deep and getting through the dark/tough moments Taking it one stroke at a time The next swim challenge in May Swimming from Spain to Morocco - The Straits of Gibraltar  How to connect with Gráinne  Final words of advice for new swimmers and swimmers who want to take it to the next level The power of finding your community   Social Media Website: grainnemoss.com  Instagram: @swimirishkiwi  Charity: Kenzie's Gift supports the mental health of tamariki (children) and mātātahi (young people) affected by serious illness or grief.  

Feeling anxious about open water swimming? Is it holding you back from triathlon? It can be scary! Luckily, Coach Chris guides you through some crucial tips to help you tackle your fears and do something amazing! We walk you through the source(s) of anxiety, specific swimming and open water skills, warm up routines, wetsuit tips and more. Whether you're a novice or seasoned swimmer, you'll find these tips useful as you train for your next open water triathlon. No need to take notes! Just grab all the tips we share in our free tip sheet here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/conquering-open-water-swim-anxiety/Also, join us for our 1 Day Ultimate Training Camp, where we'll be addressing open water swimming directly on June 2 in NC here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/triathlon-training-camp/You can also join our weekly open water swims here: https://www.theenduranceedge.com/classes/You can do this! Support the Show.Download our free resources: Hydration Guide for Athletes Runner's Fueling & Hydration Cheat Sheet Guide to High Performance Healthy Eating Race with us: Humans of Steel Olympic & Sprint Triathlon at Harris Lake, NCPurchase Safe Supplements here. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook

Ever feel like your heart's racing before you've even dipped a toe into open water? That's the anxiety Coach Patrick from Endurance Nation is here to tackle. With a wealth of experience and a calming influence, he's your guide through the choppy waters of open water swimming anxiety, providing practical advice that's crucial whether you're gearing up for your first swim sans pool lanes or you're a seasoned swimmer looking to refine your open water technique. During our session with Coach Patrick, he doesn't just throw you in at the deep end; he equips you with a life jacket's worth of strategies to keep you buoyant. From emphasizing the significance of safety—cue the wetsuits and buoyancy aids—to the importance of a collective swim route and the power of camaraderie in the vastness of open water, he's got your back. Listen in as we navigate the loss of poolside sensory cues and learn to embrace the unpredictability that makes open water swimming both an exhilarating challenge and a metaphor for life's adventures.

The Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming includes:1) Swim Around Manhattan--28.5 Miles2) Catalina Island Swim--21 Miles3) English Channel Swim--21+After surviving Breast Cancer at age 50 Erika Beauchamp decided to attempt the Triple Crown of open water. She has completed the first of three legs to earn this crown. We chat with her about her motivation, training and plans. If you've ever thought about this goal, this show is for you, or if you just want to be inspired!

Fancy a swim? How about a swim across the entire English Channel?

In today's episode, triathlon coach and author Joe Friel returns to discuss swimming and open water techniques, as well as his latest edition of The Triathlete's Training Bible. Joe addresses common challenges triathletes face when transitioning from pool to open water. He emphasizes the importance of patience in making lasting improvements and offers tips for pool training to enhance open water swimming skills. Tune in now! 00:00 Introduction and Previous Episode Recap 2:56 Updates in the Book 4:42 Different Methods for Establishing Intensity Zones 8:49 The Role of Rest and Recovery in Athletic Performance 12:54 Debunking Swimming Myths: The Death Move That Kills Your Progress 16:05 The First Step to a Strong Catch 17:51 Reaching Over the Water in Open Water Swimming 22:50 How Open Water Swimmers Adapt to Rough Conditions 25:10 Teaching Open Water Swimming: The Three Key Words 26:40 Why Intervals Might Not Be Effective for Triathletes in the Pool 32:27 Importance of Focusing on Technique and Patience 36:18 Hardest Swim Workout Prescribed 40:34 Empowering Triathletes to Stick to Effective Swimming Methods 42:28 Most Memorable Triathlon Race 45:04 Golf as a Hobby and Lessons Learned 48:12 Problem-solving and Coaching Methodology 50:15 Triathletes Training Bible: A Must-Have Resource for Athletes

Matthew McElroy is a professional triathlete with 9 World Cup podiums and 1 World Triathlon podium. He was selected as an alternate for the Tokyo Olympics. With a background in cross country and track and field, Matthew had to work hard to develop his swim to get it to an elite level to compete with the best on the world stage. In this podcast, we'll dive into how he radically transformed his swimming stroke over the last 10 years. 00:00 Introduction 01:56 Swimming Background 05:45 Transitioning from Running to Swimming 11:25 Building Upper Body Strength and Progressing in Triathlon 17:32 Working on Speed and Underwater Techniques 23:49 Balancing Distance per Stroke and Cadence 28:04 Training Strategies for Improving Stroke Rate and Speed 32:33 Explaining Stroke Technique and Focus Areas 34:02 The Importance of Consistency in Swim Training 36:54 Why Video Analysis and Having a Coach Are a Must 41:18 The Power of Mindset: How it Impacts Your Performance 42:52 Overcoming Doubt: Harnessing the Power of Positive Thoughts in Racing 46:16 Superhero Posture: Boosting Confidence in Races 47:42 Situational Awareness in Open Water Swimming: 49:32 Handling Frustration in Open Water Races 51:19 Qualifying for the Paris Olympics

The benefits of open water swimming are widely felt and observed but not yet fully documented by the scientific community, as they combine the effects of immersion in nature, cold water and strenuous exercise all at one time.  “It actually does change your pulse and it changes our physiology as humans,” says our protagonist, Atlantic Annie. “And it's apparently activating the parasympathetic nervous system, which I have come to understand over the last 10 years, is our relaxation response, activated when we sleep, when we're with our favorite pet, with a lover. And I was getting that by swimming.” For Annie these benefits are particularly important because of childhood trauma which surfaced as full-blown PTSD some years later as an adult. She has since  been successfully treating this chronic anxiety for two decades now, adding in open water swimming over the past ten years.  “I love the way I feel after, and I love the experience itself," Annie tells us after a swim at her favorite spot along the Southern New England shore. “And I haven't found many sports where I feel such a sense of calm.” Annie is far from alone in feeling these benefits, according to our expert this episode, Dr. Heather Massey, a lecturer in Physiology at the University of Portsmouth (UK) and an avid open water swimmer. “People have sent me their Garmin watch information about their resting heart rates,” Dr. Massey says, “and told me when their periods of regular outdoor swimming have been compared to when they haven't swam outdoors.”  Dr. Massey theorizes this calming effect has to do with a well documented phenomenon known as the Mammalian Diving Reflex. “Cold water swimming is  what we call a perturbation, and it totally disrupts the status quo within the body,” she explains. “It's putting the body in a position where it needs to react to the stimulus of cold water.” Open water swimming has serious risks and should not be undertaken alone or without prior medical consultation. But swimming safely against a small amount of potential risk may paradoxically have a calming effect on open water swimmers like Atlantic Annie and others with anxiety issues.  Tune in to find out more about the calm within the storm of open water swimming this episode, “PTSD & Open Water Swimming.”  My Body Odyssey is a Fluent Knowledge production. Original music by Ryan Adair Rooney. Expert: Dr. Heather Massey Show Notes: What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? CPTSD (Complex PTSD) Open-water swimming: a beginner's guide Health Benefits Derived from Forest: A Review Harvard Health Publishing: Take the plunge for your heart Improved mood following a single immersion in cold water Cold Water Swimming—Benefits and Risks: A Narrative Review Physiology, Diving Reflex The Mammalian Diving Reflex: 4 Fascinating Things Happening to Your Body When You're In Water The Mammalian Diving Response: An Enigmatic Reflex to Preserve Life? Parasympathetic Nervous System Effects of Cold Stimulation on Cardiac-Vagal Activation in Healthy Participants: Randomized Controlled Trial Vagus nerve stimulation How Does Vagus Nerve Stimulation Reduce PTSD Symptoms? Understanding PTSD From a Polyvagal Perspective The effects of cold water immersion and active recovery on inflammation and cell stress responses in human skeletal muscle after resistance exercise Health effects of voluntary exposure to cold water – a continuing subject of debate Short-Term Head-Out Whole-Body Cold-Water Immersion Facilitates Positive Affect and Increases Interaction between Large-Scale Brain Networks The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma

This episode is all about open water swimming and host Louise Minchin speaks to Olympic Silver Medallist Keri-anne Payne , Her Spirit Co-founder Mel Berry and Her Spirit community members Gillian and Anna, about:Facing and embracing the fears that open water swimming can bring.Practical, professional tips for beginners and more advanced open water swimmers alike.How to motivate yourself to exercise when work and family demands your time and attention!The positive impacts open water swimming can have on your mental healthTraining tips for an open swim challenge In Lake Coniston of 5.25 miles this June. At Her Spirit we're here for you. We want to help you discover your potential, achieve your goals, ignite your fitness, find your community. Head to herspirit.co.uk and sign up for our Core Membership, get access to our virtual classes, monthly challenges and expert advice. Plus, track your progress in our heath hub and find your very own cheerleading squad who will support you every step of the way. Use the code HERSPIRITPOD3 and get three months completely FREE. It's time for YouJoin us at herspirit.co.uk | Instagram | Facebook | Get the Her Spirit App

Are you struggling with your swimming? Do you avoid getting in open water, find your legs sinking, or feel short of breath during training? Join TriDot Coaches Will Usher and Joanna Nami as they tackle your 10 biggest swim problems. Will and JoJo provide tips and solutions to help you become a more efficient and confident swimmer. Learn how to improve your pacing, navigate open water conditions, and find your swim "zen" on race day. Don't let common swim problems hold you back any longer. Plus, learn about the TriDot Pool School teaching methodology that can revolutionize your swim technique, boost your confidence, and improve your times. As mentioned in the episode, learn how Coach Will teaches athletes to put on a wetsuit properly https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-uNF7yhpvs Looking to improve your freestyle swim? At TriDot Pool School you'll be taught step-by-step how to turn your muscle memory into full-stroke swimming that's smooth and fast. Ready to jump in? There are Pool Schools currently available in the USA, and around the world. Head to TriDot.com/pool-school to learn more and sign up today. TriDot and RaceQuest has teamed up to offer TriDot Trips, the most epic racing and training tours imaginable! We've got five exclusive trips in 2024. Check them out at www.racequest.com and click on the TriDot tab (use password TriDot). 

Long-time listeners to the pod will know that Ed never ever talks about his swimming hobby, but the RTBC team have decided to indulge him - just this once, mind - and dedicate a *whole episode* to the boom in outdoor swimming. Whether you're a seasoned wild swimmer, a winter dipper or a lido goer, there's a huge number of reasons why you might like to step outside the indoor confines of your local swimming baths. We speak to Kate Rew and journalist - and former Hampstead Ponds lifeguard - Nell Frizzell about why they find outdoor swimming exhilarating, as well as how to avoid swimming in s**t. And Professor Mike Tipton is back to give us a health warning and plenty of advice on how to swim safely.Plus: How should Geoff navigate the annual rotting gourd display?GuestsKate Rew, Founder, Outdoor Swimming Society and author of the Outdoor Swimmers' Handbook (@kate_rew)Professor Mike Tipton, Professor of Human and Applied Physiology, University of Portsmouth (@ProfMikeTipton)Nell Frizzell, Journalist and Author of The Panic Years, Square One and Holding the Baby (@NellFrizzell)More informationCheck out the work of the Outdoor Swimming Society, including articles on how to stay well swimming and the 3% access mythBuy a copy of the Outdoor Swimmers' HandbookWatch a video of Mike immersing Chris van Tulleken into 12 degree waterMike mentioned the Blue Tits swimming groupThe Acta Physiologica article 'Effects of cold water on stress, cardiovascular and psychological variables'Check out Nell's books and her essay about being a lifeguard at the Hampstead Ponds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Isaac begins by outlining his time in Ensenada (getting Marty repaired, turning 25 in Mexico, and another encounter with corrupt police officers). Then, he touches on his experience visiting his first National Park in Mexico, Sierra de San Pedro Mártir, visiting the world's 2nd biggest water geyser, and beach camping in the remote town of Bahía de los Ángeles. This is followed by an interview with old friend Ingrid Iverson, which dives into her life in Minnesota, health journey, and experiences with open water swimming races. Lastly, Isaac shares some recommendations on what to do when visiting Philadelphia before giving the Travel Tip of the Week.

Some awesome questions from the group today! We start with training on the bike and how to get better. Riding alone vs. a group. How to push yourself when you're alone. We look at the best way to troll Ironman Facebook groups. We talk about how to train when you have an injury and a race coming up. Mike and Robbie share their biggest racing fears, along with what scares them as they track athletes. We shell ideas on where to start with your first racing bike. Also, you swim great in the pool, but can't put it together in open water… we get things straightened out. How to train if you're injured. Racing back to back days. Smart spends for your cycling. And tackling hills at Ironman Wisconsin. This one would be great for a drinking game. TOPICS: What's up across the globe? ITU Rolling Ironman - How to get better on the bike Long rides solo or with groups? Pushing yourself when you're alone Mental toughness The best way to troll Facebook Groups Dealing with an injury when your race is looming Mike and Robbie's biggest race fears Our coaching fears while tracking I don't have a bike, where should I start? Turning solid pool swimming into fast open water swimming Recalibrating after an injury Racing back to back days Best place to spend your money as a cyclist Tackling hills at Ironman Wisconsin Coaching Inquiries Mike Tarrolly - CrushingIron@gmail.com Robbie Bruce - C26Coach@gmail.com www.c26triathlon.com