Best Swim Technique Podcasts (2024)

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Summer Practice No. 31 3:31

3h ago3:31

3:31

Lactic Acid Threshold work...both stroke and freestyle! #swimming #lacticacid #thresholdswimming https://youtu.be/8SQjR6OKXno Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimming…

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Summer Practice No. 30. 2:54

3h ago2:54

2:54

We start with some speedwork in our IM, Free, and Kick. Then we move on to some short axis work. #swimming #swimcoach #swimcast #speedwork https://youtu.be/u_NW4cMlEBw Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @…

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Summer Practice No. 29 3:59

19h ago3:59

3:59

Workout our underwater kicking and breakouts. Consistency is key! #underwaterkicking #breakout #swimming https://youtu.be/SiMFOufn5eQ Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimming…

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Summer Practice No. 28 2:11

1d ago2:11

2:11

Working our volume and improving our aerobic threshold! #swimming #thresholdswimming #vo2max https://youtu.be/l5lHk4J4p3Y Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimming…

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Ep 79: ADHD Advocacy with Leanne Maskell 1:09:38

1d ago1:09:38

1:09:38

Episode 79 This week we are joined by the ADHD coach and advocate, Leanne Maskell to talk all about her journey to late diagnosis and thriving within ADHD. Through hearing about Leanne's struggles and journey to a late diagnosis at 25, we illuminate a lot of fascinating, lesser-discussed elements of ADHD like rejection-sensitive dysphoria, ADHD in …

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Movement is Medicine: How Moving Keeps You Mobile 1:04:17

2d ago1:04:17

1:04:17

How well do you move? How often do you move? Despite plenty of sagitial plane movement through swimming, biking, and running, triathletes are often deficient in other movement patterns. On today's episode, Dr. B.J. Leeper returns to the podcast to discuss the importance of moving often and incorporating a variety of movements. Listen in to explore …

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World Record Inspired!! Summer Practice No. 27 3:20

6d ago3:20

3:20

Summer Practice No. 27Inspired by Regan Smith's 100 Backstroke World Record! Work your hand speed! #worldrecord #swimming #olympictrials2024 https://youtu.be/qZKf8E1NcoI Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear…

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Summer Practice No. 26 5:18

7d ago5:18

5:18

Summer Practice No. 26 We discuss how sports introduce us to elation and disappointment....in other words, sports prepare us for life. Our practice has some VO2Max and Speed oriented breaststroke and freestyle. Specifically, we are working our tempos!!! #agonyofdefeat #swimming #olympictrials #vo2max https://youtu.be/8QKI0JpjsfE Visit www.nlscak.co…

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#338 : How This Non-Swimmer Broke The 60-Minute Barrier In His First Ironman Swim with Felipe Telles 43:39

9d ago43:39

43:39

Felipe Telles broke the magical 60-minute barrier in his first ever Ironman swim, coming in at 56 minutes with an average of 1:28/100m. When he first started swimming a few years ago, Felipe struggled to go faster than 2:00/100m. So how did he manage to increase his speed by that much? Find out in today’s podcast episode. 00:56 Swimming Background …

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Summer Practice No. 25 3:20

8d ago3:20

3:20

T-20 Inspired by Olympic Trials! #aerobicthreshold #aerobicswimming #distanceswimming #olympictrialsswimming #olympictrials2024 https://youtu.be/XBcszJrMLLE Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimming…

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Ep 78: Neurodivergent Friendly Swimming with Nicole Martin 33:33

9d ago33:33

33:33

Episode 78 Teaching our children to swim is a vital part of preparing our children for the wider world, but for neurodivergent children it can be an uphill struggle. How can we make the world of water can be friendly and safe for children who don't fit the typical mould? This week we are joined Nicole Martin from Core Aquatics who has dedicated her…

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Summer Practice No. 24 - Olympic Trials Inspired! 2:49

9d ago2:49

2:49

#worldrecord #butterfly #olympictrials #gretchenwalsh @WorldAquatics https://youtu.be/JPPX98FkCik Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimmingBy Coach Cliff Murray

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The Long Haul: Strategies for Stamina Sessions 1:06:40

10d ago1:06:40

1:06:40

How long should your longest triathlon training sessions be? Is there any benefit to frequently swim the full distance that you'll cover in your next race? Do you NEED to bike over the distance that you'll do for your event at least once before showing up at the starting line? Should your long run be based on distance, or time on your feet? Join to…

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Summer Practice No. 23 2:57

13d ago2:57

2:57

The Mini-9's and Fly Technique #butterfly #swimming #lacticacid #sprint https://youtu.be/eefn_oVf-_M Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimmingBy Coach Cliff Murray

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#337 : From Gassed Out At 50 Yards To Swimming 1000 Without Stopping with Quest Meeks 1:02:18

13d ago1:02:18

1:02:18

In this episode, Quest Meeks shares his inspiring journey of transforming from a non-swimmer to comfortably swimming over 1000 yards without stopping. He opens up about the mental and physical obstacles he had to overcome along the way. Join us as we dive into this episode! 01:02 Swimming Background 9:00 Doing Half Ironman 09:30 I Gotta Start With …

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Summer Practice #22 3:06

15d ago3:06

3:06

Ultra Short Race Pace Training (USRPT) combined with a bit of Lactic Acid Training. #usrptswimming #lacticacidtraining #nlscak #compswimming https://youtu.be/xG0GE5t4bSQ Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear…

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Summer Practice No. 21 2:18

16d ago2:18

2:18

Threshold Free & Aerobic Kick #thresholdswimming #aerobic #kicking #swimming #swimcast https://youtu.be/In3fcsUWboQ Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimming…

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Summer Practice #20 3:07

17d ago3:07

3:07

Turns and Threshold Free #aerobicswimming #kick #thresholdfreestyle #nlscak https://youtu.be/DSmVg1vj5Sw Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimmingBy Coach Cliff Murray

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EP 77: Speech & Language Therapy with Olly Stewart 44:09

16d ago44:09

44:09

Episode 77 This week I am joined by Olly Stewart, a wonderful speech and language therapist from the Evolving Mind Clinic. This week we are diving into everything about speech and language therapy, what it is, how it works, how you can access it, and parenting tips and tricks from a speech and language perspective. We dispel the notion that speech …

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Your Ultimate Guide to Using Ketones in Triathlon 1:04:06

16d ago1:04:06

1:04:06

Can adding ketones to your fueling lead to better triathlon results? Professional triathlete and TriDot coach, Tim O’Donnell, and deltaG’s Human Performance Expert, Brian McMahon, join us for this episode and provide the science behind ketones. They also outline ways to incorporate deltaG into your training, racing, recovery, and everyday use to op…

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Summer Practice #19 3:13

21d ago3:13

3:13

Lactic Acid...get Jiggy with it! #lacticacid #swimming #liquiddeathmainset @LiquidDeath https://youtu.be/ZqDgJqjBC3A Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimming…

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Summer Practice No. 18 3:47

22d ago3:47

3:47

Let's talk hydration! Afterwards, we will work on short axis. Breaststroke turns and Butterfly hips! #butterfly #breaststroke #swimming #hydrateordie #liquiddeathmainset @liquiddeath https://youtu.be/ldt4-x2TWGQ Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alas…

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Summer Practice No. 17 2:59

23d ago2:59

2:59

Aerobic Kicking and Backstroke for today's practice #aerobicswimming #aerobickicking #nlscak #liquiddeathmainset @LiquidDeath https://youtu.be/xIHNxTElh-0 Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear @usaswimming…

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#336 : Why Your Neglecting Your Hamstring Strength Is Making You Slower with Carl Reader 24:22

23d ago24:22

24:22

In this episode, we have Carl Reader, a functional movement coach with a background in exercise physiology and Pilates. We will discuss the connection between hamstring strength, mobility, and how it can improve swimming performance. Carl has extensive experience working with swimmers to improve their movement and strength training. Join us as we d…

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EP 76: Transforming Childhood Anxiety with the Nixon Sisters 44:44

23d ago44:44

44:44

Episode 76 Anxiety in general, but especially in young people and children, is on the rise. That's why I'm thrilled to bring you a conversation with the remarkable Nixon sisters, Emma and Laura, who are pioneering the way we support children grappling with anxiety in the classroom. Our dialogue sheds light on the complex factors contributing to thi…

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Summer Practice #16 2:23

24d ago2:23

2:23

The Legs Feed the Bear! Incorporatiing a lot of intense kicking into today's practice. #kicking #swimming #liquiddeathmainset #nlscak @LiquidDeath https://youtu.be/LaQ8iivdRlI Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedt…

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10 Race-Day Tips from 10 TriDot Coaches 1:04:53

23d ago1:04:53

1:04:53

In this episode, we sit down with 10 experienced triathlon coaches to discuss their top race-day tips. Whether you're a seasoned triathlete, or brand new to the sport, these experts share valuable insights and strategies to help you perform your best on race day. From preparation to mindset to nutrition, each coach provides a key piece of advice th…

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Summer Practice #14 3:06

28d ago3:06

3:06

Today we an intense Free set sprint Kick and a low rest interval on our Free repeats. After that, we will be working on Breaststroke technique and power. #vo2max #swimming #liquiddeath #liquiddeathmainset @liquiddeath https://youtu.be/KnWfYUJfEQ8 Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevide…

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#335 : How This Triathlete Cracked The Code To Swim Under 1:30/100m with Prescott Balch 44:31

27d ago44:31

44:31

Prescott Balch is an ironman triathlete who started at 2:10/100m, and is now able to consistently swim under 1:30/100m. He recently broke through a plateau in his swim times by focusing on one change to his swim technique. In this podcast we delve into what change Prescott made and some unique approaches he took to fixing these areas of his stroke.…

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Lucky Summer Practice #13 2:23

29d ago2:23

2:23

We have a timed 20 minute swim today (T-20). We will find our aerobic threshold by going as far as possible in 20 minutes! #swimming #aerobicthreshold #liquiddeath @liquiddeath https://youtu.be/UvIVXBnBosI Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswim…

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Summer Practice #12 3:08

1M ago3:08

3:08

Summer Practice 12 VO2Max Kick Set, then Aerobic Base training for the remainder of practice. #vo2max #kicking #aerobicswimming @liquiddeath https://youtu.be/A2tisFF8CCk Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfaster #thelegsfeedthebear…

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EP 75: Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) - Bitesize Summaries 19:21

30d ago19:21

19:21

Episode 75 This week we are back with another bitesize recap episode, meaning that we are also joined by our fantastic co-host Tamsyn Hendry once more! This week we are having a summary discussion of Episode 35 with Emma Wildgoose on Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as "tapping". This is honestly such a groundbreaking approach to helpi…

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What Triathletes Can Learn from Swimmers 1:03:05

1M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

What can triathletes learn from pure swimmers? Find out here! In this episode, we dive into the lap lanes with professional triathletes, and former collegiate swimmers, Tim O'Donnell and Dede Griesbauer. Tim and Dede discuss the training methods used by elite swimmers and how they differ from training programs for triathlons. Then, from your traini…

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Summer Practice #11 3:11

1M ago3:11

3:11

Today we are working short axis with two VO2Max style sets. One is Breaststroke with paddles. The 2nd is a BPA kick set. Let's work these as we head into the Memorial Day weekend. @liquiddeath2793 #liquiddeathmainset #breaststroke #swimming #vo2max https://youtu.be/aorjouEgzPA Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimco…

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#334 : How To Look Good When You Swim 15:47

1M ago15:47

15:47

In today's episode, we will talk about the BEST WAYS to look good when swimming. 02:00 The Base Position 03:35 Have The Right Amount Of Rotation 04:48 Keep The Kick Fairly Narrow 05:53 Good Recovery 09:05 Soft Hands 10:20 Good Looking Freestyle Is Never Hurried Or Rushed 11:41 Slow To Fast 12:06 Skinny S Shape 12:31 The Breathing 14:00 The Kick 14:…

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Summer Practice #10 2:41

1M ago2:41

2:41

Butterfly Liquid Death Main Set. Working on crossover turns, and then into a butterfly main set. After that, let's celebrate the last day of school! #liquiddeathmainset #crossoverturns #swimming @liquiddeath Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskasw…

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Summer Practice #9 2:31

1M ago2:31

2:31

Short Axis and Buckets today. Breaststroke technique followed by some bucket dolphin kicking and fly sprints! #shortaxis #swimming #nlscak #breaststroke #butterfly #bucketswimming @liquiddeath Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimming #swimfas…

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EP 74: Creating Supportive Nurseries with Amber Jayne 35:19

1M ago35:19

35:19

Episode 74 This week we are joined by Amber Jayne, whose story of resilience from an abusive relationship and breast cancer to establishing a successful preschool unfolds in our latest episode. We talk all about Amber's journey and the pivotal role of early childhood education and the empowerment it brings, not just to the children, but to mothers …

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Thin Air, Big Gains: Altitude Training for Triathletes 1:04:12

1M ago1:04:12

1:04:12

Are you planning to race at altitude this season? Interested in a high-elevation training camp? Join TriDot Coaches Jeff Raines and Jason Verbracken as they dive into the topic of elevation and its impact on training and racing. The coaches discuss the physiological effects of training at higher elevations and how your body adapts to these conditio…

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Summer Practice #8 1:55

1M ago1:55

1:55

Working backstroke turns today! Make sure your final stroke into the turn is propulsive, and that you use your core to initiate the somersault! #aerobicswimming #backstroke #swimmingtechnique @liquiddeath Visit www.nlscak.coach for additional practice videos. #swimming #swimcoach #nlscak #nlscakpracticevideo #usaswimming #worldaquatics #alaskaswimm…

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