This a rebroadcast from the Get Fast Podcast with Jordan and Gerard Donnelly from TriVelo Coaching
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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

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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

I recently joined Rich Bolus on the Dad Mindset podcast, and we had a great chat about something I see all the time. Especially with triathletes and parents, you're fit. You've got a big engine from the bike in the run, but in the water it doesn't translate. And that's usually down to technique. We talked about why swimming is so different from the other two legs of a triathlon.

How to help your kids develop strong fundamentals in the pool without the pressure of high level competition, and why the shape of your boat. Matters more than the size of your motor. We also got into things like helping your kids fall in love with swimming, without burning them out. The role of video feedback and cues to fast track your technique, what to do when your kids start tapping your toes in the pool, and one piece of advice that can completely shift how you approach your next swim.

Whether you are a parent, a triathlete, or someone who just loves the water, I think you'll get a lot out of this one. Here's my conversation with Rich on the Dad Mindset Podcast.

02:15 Swim Coaching Background
04:42 Common Frustration
06:14 Creating An Environment for Kids to Get a Good Swimming Technique
10:26 Building Foundation
13:17 Getting Out Of Your Head
15:38 Seeing How You Swim and Visualization: Video Feedback
18:11 Swimming Queue
22:02 Legs Dropping
25:44 Effotless Swimming Clinics and Online Course
27:48 Success Stories
30:09 Swim Camps
34:33 Takeaway