Faster times and better technique aren't a guarantee when you train hard. What really makes a difference to your speed and efficiency in the water? The Effortle...
#370 : I Analyzed 8,000 Swimmers—Here’s What Actually Makes You Faster with Brenton Ford
Over the years, I've had the opportunity to analyze the strokes of over 8,000 swimmers and triathletes, ranging from beginners to elite professionals. Throughout this experience, I've discovered the key factors that set fast, efficient swimmers apart from those who struggle to improve. In this video, I'll be sharing the most valuable lessons I've learned from analyzing swimmers of all backgrounds worldwide. I'll debunk common myths and misconceptions often heard around the pool deck and reveal what truly makes the difference between a smooth, efficient swimmer and someone battling their way through the water. 1:07 Strava Is A Lie 02:47 Ignore Most Advice 04:01 Most Adults Overthink 05:28 Swimming Is Not Running Or Biking 06:27 The Harder You Try To Force Speed, The Further Away It's Going To Get 07:01 Confidence Comes From Seeing Small Improvements 08:24 Your Catch Is The Same In All Your Strokes 09:04 Look At The Things That Will Actually Move The Needle 12:36 We Are Own Harshest Critic-Nobody Cares 14:08 Swimming Is As Much Mental As It Is Physical 15:37 Swimming Is Like Watering Seeds 16:49 From Aerobic To Muscular To Aerobic 17:43 You Just Need To Do The Work 18:21 We Need Reminding Of Things More Than We Need To Learn New Things 20:31 Focus On Fundamentals 21:16 It Will Take Longer Than You Think
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#369 : How To Easily Break 2:00/100m And Make It Feel Easy with Fraser Hill
What if you could go from struggling at 2:20 per hundred to cruising at 1:55? Today's guest, Fraser Hill, did exactly that, and he's sharing exactly how he did it. Fraser started swimming as an adult, dabbled in triathlons, and eventually found himself diving deep into the world of technique, training, and open water swimming. From joining an effortless swimming camp in the Maldives, to refining his stroke using simple but powerful cues, Fraser has transformed not only his speed, but his entire approach to swimming. In this episode, we talk about the key changes that made the biggest impact on his speed. The mental battles of open water swimming and how small tweaks like fixing body position and connecting the stroke led to massive breakthroughs. If you've ever felt stuck in your swimming progress, Fraser's story will give you some practical takeaways to help you break through your own barriers. 01:48 Swimming Background 04:25 From 2:20 to 1:55 06:42 You Need Someone Else Giving You Feedback 09:48 Small Changes, Big Differences 13:19 Openwater Swimming 18:29 Next Big Improvement 27:06 Drills 31:48 Advise For Swimmers Who Are Struggling To Break The 2-Minute Mark
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#368 : You’ll Never Improve If You Ignore This – An Olympic Swimmer’s Advice with Brianna Throssell
Imagine standing behind the blocks knowing that everything, years of training, sacrifice, and your Olympic dream, comes down to this one race. That was the reality for Brianna Throssell at the 2016 Olympic Trials, where she had just one shot to make the team. In this episode, Brianna takes us behind the scenes of her Olympic journey, what it felt like to step onto the world's biggest stage for the first time, the nerves, the lessons, and the moments that shaped her career. From grueling training camps in Thailand To the mindset shifts that helped her break through. She says an honest and inspiring look at the highs and lows of elite swimming. Plus we dive into what's next for her as she steps away from the pool for now and explores life beyond full time training. If you're looking for insights into what it takes to compete at the highest level and the mental resilience that fuels champions, you won't want to miss this one. Let's get into the podcast. 01:59 Most Nerve Wracking Race 3:58 Rio, Tokyo and Paris 05:46 Pivotal Moments 09:03 Change In Environment 12:28 Hardest Training Sets 20:57 Training Camp Schedules 22:23 Social Media During Training 24:16 Visualization/ Mental Rehearsal 27:14 Developing Technique 28:59 Increasing The Power of Kick 30:18 Character Traits and Skills 33:36 Being Able To Say Yes To Opportunities 35:45 Future Plans 36:45 Core Lessons: Resilience
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#367 : From 2:00/100m to A 29 Second 50m Freestyle with Alex Roman
Imagine teaching yourself how to swim, never having a coach, never training in a pool, just figuring it out by watching others. That was Alex Roman's reality for most of his life. He swam to survive, but certainly not to thrive. But one day, a swimmer effortlessly glided past him in the open water. And it sparked something, curiosity, what made them so fast, and what was happening beneath the surface that he had never considered. That moment sent Alex on a journey of discovery. One that transformed him from a struggling swimmer with inefficient technique, Doing slower than two minutes per hundred into someone now who competes at national meets and swims a 50 meter sprint in under 30 seconds. His improvement wasn't just about training harder. It was about training smarter. And in this episode, Alex shares the pivotal moments that fueled his rapid progression. The techniques and the drills that made the biggest impact and why understanding the science behind swimming changed everything for him. If you've ever felt stuck in your swimming or wondered if it's possible to make huge gains as an adult, this episode is packed with insights that could change the way you approach your own training. So let's dive into it. 10:58 What Are The Big Things That Should Be Improved? 13:38 Tuning On How Your Body Feels 25:35 Controlled Chaos 30:55 The Importance of Warm Up 36:28 Building Strength 37:42 Getting Feedback 39:53 Drills
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#366 : How Anyone Can Become A Great Swimmer with Brenton Ford
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
Faster times and better technique aren't a guarantee when you train hard. What really makes a difference to your speed and efficiency in the water? The Effortless Swimming podcast helps make a complex sport really simple to better your swimming. We cover open water swimming, triathlon swimming and pool swimming. Hosted by Australian National swimmer and coach Brenton Ford.
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