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.

Hey, Brenton here. If you ever find yourself uncomfortable in the open water and not feeling that calm when you've got other people around and not knowing where to sit or where to draft off people to be most effective at it. This episode's for you. I joined the Low Tide Boys, Chip and Chris on a podcast, and they asked me all about the science of drafting. So on this episode, I get stuck into that so you know exactly where to sit. In a pack or with other people around to maximize the draft, as well as how to prepare for this stuff if you don't have much access to the open water. So I hope you enjoy this episode. There's a lot of value for anyone who's training for open water swims or doing any sort of triathlon racing. This episode is filled with things that will help you maximize your next open water race. Just to give you a heads up, we've added some dates for our 2026 camps for the Maldives and also for Thailand. I haven't released this anywhere else yet, but I'm just giving you the heads up on the podcast. If you wanna join me next year on one of those camps to work on your swimming, then there's a few dates that we've added@effortlessswimming.com slash camps. 02:57 General Consideration Around Open water Swimming 05:58 Sighting In Open water 12:58 Optimal Way To Draft 18:06 The Closer The Better 21:01 Keep It Tidy 22:16 Mindset For People Who Is Leading The Swim 29:03 Overtaking In Open water 33:11 Surging In Open water 36:59 Gears When Swimming

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#383 : The Fastest (And Easiest Way) To Draft In Open Water

Have you ever realized you’re spending thousands on supplements that do little more than clutter your cabinet? One athlete was on the hook for $6,500 a year—until Taryn Richardson helped her strip it back to what truly makes a difference. In this episode, Taryn breaks down how to use simple blood tests to guide your choices, and spot the supplements worth keeping (and those you can dump). Stick around—you’ll finish this show knowing exactly which pills, powders and potions deserve a place in your daily routine. 00:00 The Supplement Dilemma: What's Worth It? 03:06 Blood Tests: A Key to Personalized Nutrition 07:07 Iron and Vitamin D: Essential Nutrients for Athletes 11:25 Creatine and Protein Powders: The New Norm? 15:26 The Multivitamin Myth: Are They Really Necessary? 19:11 Electrolytes and BCAAs: When to Use Them? 21:11 The Strategic Approach to Supplements   Taryn Richardson https://www.dietitianapproved.com/academy Want to really transform your swimming? Join us on a swim camp in 2025 in the Maldives, Galapagos Islands, or Thailand: https://effortlessswimming.com/camps/ Change your technique and swim a smoother, easier freestyle with the Effortless Swimming membership: https://effortlessswimming.com/training-and-membership-plans/?el=blog

#382 : Which Supplements Actually Help Your Swimming with Taryn Richardson

This a rebroadcast from the Get Fast Podcast with Jordan and Gerard Donnelly from TriVelo Coaching Trivelo Coaching: https://www.trivelocoaching.com.au/ Welcome to this week's episode of the Effortless Swimming Podcast. This is a rebroadcast of an episode where I was a guest on the Get Fast Podcast with TriVelo Coaching with Jordan and Gerard Donnelly. On this episode, I'll talk about how triathletes can swim minutes faster in any races that they're doing. So if you're a triathlete or you're interested in triathlon or open water swimming, there'll be a lot here that can help you improve your swim speed and ultimately make it easier. And a lot more enjoyable. Let's get into this episode on the TriVelo Coaching Get Fast podcast. 01:15 - Why Swimmers Get Stuck 03:30 - Are Athletes Doing It Wrong After Coaching? 06:50 - How Long Does It Take To Change Swim Habits? 10:05 - Is A Lack Of Fitness Holding Your Technique Back? 13:30 - Overcoming the 2nd Plateau 19:45 - The Ultimate Swim Technique Overhaul Plan 23:50 - Ideal Time Ratio For Swim Technique Vs. Fitness 28:00 - Why Elite Swimmers Avoid Long, Slow Training 32:50 - Why Adult-Onset Swimmers Struggle To Improve 36:40 - Overcoming The Mental Barrier Of Going Slower To Get Faster 39:00 - The Best Tests For Swim Fitness And Speed 43:30 - Pool Vs. Open Water: Understanding The Differences 46:40 - Swimming Myths Debunked 51:31 - When To Push Through Bad Form (And When To Stop) 55:30 - Swimming Is A Technique Thing Get your HydroClear goggles here and get 15% off from your first purchase. Code: PODCAST https://shop.effortlessswimming.com/ Want to really transform your swimming? Join us on a swim camp in 2025 in the Maldives, Galapagos Islands, or Thailand: https://effortlessswimming.com/camps/ Change your technique and swim a smoother, easier freestyle with the Effortless Swimming membership: https://effortlessswimming.com/training-and-membership-plans/?el=blog

#381 : How Triathletes Can Swim Minutes Faster with Brenton Ford

Imagine a group of busy parents hesitating in front of a pair of 25 pound dumbbells, unsure, even a little intimidated. Fast forward two years and those same people are confidently pressing 75 pounds, moving through life with more energy and far less pain. That's the kind of change Kate Galliett creates. Kate works with moms, dads, and everyone in between to build lasting strength without burning out. In today's conversation, we'll talk about why tiny consistent steps matter more than all out efforts. How tuning into your body can help you avoid injuries, and a simple morning habit. No fancy gear required that can boost your energy and sleep. Whether you are juggling family work or a swim routine, I think you'll come away with at least one idea to try on your next workout. Let's get into today's podcast with Kate Galliett.   00:00 Introduction to Sustainable Fitness 04:51 Empowering Moms Through Strength Training 7:47 Dads and the Importance of Listening to Their Bodies 10:42 Fundamentals of Exercise Programming 14:43 The Importance of Patience in Training 17:42 Client Success Stories and Transformations 24:42 Personalizing Health Approaches 27:29 Finding Balance and Diet Exercise 30:57 The Anti-Challenge Challenge 33:36 Four Pillars of Health 36:58 Understanding Circadian Rhythms 41:56 Connecting with Nature and Gardening

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