Most swimmers think a harder kick equals more speed. But for adult swimmers and triathletes, it usually means more effort and less progress. So, if your legs feel heavy, your breathing feels rushed, or you’re constantly tired after short swims, it might be your kick that’s holding you back. Let’s fix it. 00:32 Mistake #1: Kicking From the Knees 02:33 Mistake #2: Too Much Kick 06:16 Mistake #3: Stiff Ankles 08:29 Mistake #4: Using It For Propulsion 09:15 Bonus Cue: Fishtail Feet

Join hosts, Scott and Dan, of the Propulsion Swimming Podcast as they break down all the action from a thrilling first day of finals of the World Swimming Championships 2025! On today's agenda:AUSSIE DOMINANCE: A deep dive into Australia's absolute masterclass in the 4x100m Freestyle relays.MÄRTENS' MOMENT: Germany's Lukas Märtens put on a clinic to capture a hard-earned gold in the men's 400m Freestyle.MCINTOSH IS BACK: The first of many? Superstar Summer McIntosh kicked off her campaign in style,

Sports psychologist and British record breaker, Helen Davis joins us to chat about managing nerves and performance anxiety in competitive swimming. We discuss visualization techniques, the difference between threat and challenge mindsets, and how to set realistic performance goals. The conversation with host, Helen Gorman covers strategies for staying grounded after success as well as bouncing back from poor performances. With the World Aquatics Masters Championships looming, we g...

Grant House joins Social Kick fresh off a season of huge personal bests at US Nationals! The multi-talented swimmer is well known for his leadership at ASU and, of course, his role as the lead plaintiff in the landmark NCAA antitrust lawsuit 'House v. NCAA' which bears his name.Grant unpacks the unfiltered truth about the lawsuit and its origins, how he has dealt with public backlash, and why he chose to stay in the fight for athlete rights. Plus, Grant offers his candid thoughts on swimming's

Listen along with SwimSwam as we livestream Day 1 Finals of the 2025 World Championships in Singapore.

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Rising Team USA talent, Anna Moesch, joins Social Kick fresh off a breakthrough performance at US Nationals where she made her first senior national team with a 6th place finish in a 100 freestyle final stacked with her Virginia Cavalier teammates. Anna tells us about her unorthodox 100 free preparation that led to a massive personal best and what she's most excited about as she prepares to represent Team USA on the world stage. Anna also gives us the background on what she learned from her

The biggest swimming event of 2025 is here! The World Swimming Championships are set to kick off, and the pool is primed for some legendary performances and epic showdowns.In this special preview episode of the Propulsion Swimming Podcast, we dive deep into the psych sheets, analyse the contenders, and make our official (and probably controversial!) gold medal predictions. Who are the nailed-on favourites? Which races are too close to call? And who are our dark horse picks to cause a major upset on

We are going event-by-event and previewing the 2025 World Championships on the men's side.

The 2025 World Aquatics Championships are just around the corner, and the Propulsion Swimming Podcast is here with your ultimate preview of the Aquatics GB team!In this essential preview, we break down the British swimming team heading to Singapore. We analyse the major medal contenders, from the freestyle kings like Matt Richards and Ben Proud, IM contender Duncan Scott, and new medal threats Ollie Morgan and Angharad Evans. We shine a light on the rising stars of Aquatics GB who are poised for a

Kathy Johnstone is a former GB swimmer, a 2x Commonwealth Games swimmer for Scotland and a seasoned strength and conditioning coach. She shares her journey from being a competitive swimmer to becoming a strength and conditioning coach, emphasising the importance of simplicity in training, the role of other sports in athlete development, and the challenges faced as a female coach in a male-dominated environment. Kathy also discusses effective engagement strategies for young athletes, the significance

Chris Davis doesn’t mince words. The longtime SwimAtlanta head coach, founder, and CEO joined us for a candid conversation that cuts to the heart of where club swimming is—and where it needs to go. In this episode of the GMM Podcast by SwimOutlet.com, we sit down with one of the most respected figures in American coaching. Chris Davis is the godfather of club swimming in the United States. He has been in the game since 1977, when he launched SwimAtlanta with just 28 swimmers. Today, his club spans

Welcome to episode 290 of the Löw Tide Böyz - A Swimrun Podcast!We’ve got an epic episode for everyone this week. Joining us to recap their adventure at this year’s Rockman Swimrun are our great friends Liza Dunham and Mike Schiepke, A.K.A., Team Cali-Coed. (If this team sounds familiar, we interviewed them for Partners Month all the way back on Episode 128.) In this conversation we discuss their training, travel, and race recap of their day on the fjord. This year’s race was one for the ages and

We are going event-by-event and previewing the 2025 World Championships on the women's side.

This episode has one of the best comeback stories ever! It's filled with genuine emotion and inspiration and will have you thinking about the purpose of your next swim. Matt Moseley — a man whose life is fueled by purpose, storytelling, and water. From boardrooms to backstrokes, Matt is not just a world-record open water swimmer, but also a strategic communications expert, environmental advocate, and author of his recently released book, Soul is Waterproof. By day, Matt runs the Ignitio...

In this episode, Katie and Beisel sit down with Olympian and World Record Holder, Shaine Casas to talk resilience, reinvention, and rising to the moment. Shaine opens up about the challenges that shaped him from missing the Olympic team and facing public scrutiny, to rebuilding confidence under coach Bob Bowman. He shares how trust, tough love, and finding joy outside the pool helped reignite his passion and reach a new level of performance.----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

Following a super-hot evening swim, Beth Morrey and Marianne Levy return to wang on over mojitos, discussing lake redevelopment plans, the exclusive Serpentine Club, and why they are the Ant & Dec of the wild swimming world.This is the last episode in the current series – Marianne and Beth will return in the Autumn with more wanging on about wild swimming. But watch out for a Holiday Special over the summer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Heather Massey is an open water swimmer, a scientist, and a senior lecturer at the University of Portsmouth in the UK. As part of her job she researches the physiological effects of cold water, as well as the risks and potential benefits of cold water swimming. What happens to our body when we get into cold water? What’s the 'cold shock response' and what is 'afterdrop'? Who benefits from cold water, how, and why? How do people survive ‘ice swimming’, including in Antarctica? But

Send us a text He’s one of New Zealand’s most loved, straight-talking comedians, a mental health advocate, and the force behind I AM HOPE – the movement that’s changing the way Kiwis think about mental health. He’s been on stages around the world, behind the mic, in schools, in parliament – and now, he’s with us… a sort of honorary Clever Dick. Today, we’re sitting down with Mike King – to hear not just about his journey through life, laughter, and loss – but also his evolving relations...

Santo Condorelli, a man of many countries and an Olympic finalist, joins Social Kick! We discuss Santo’s unique journey, from brutal high school sets to a stunning 21.6 in the 50 Free, earning him a spot on the US World Championship team.Santo shares his philosophical approach to training, why he embraces the "hardest" path, and how an unexpected mindset shift led to his recent personal best. We discuss the complexities of the athlete-coach relationship, the realities of being a veteran swimmer,