On today’s episode we are joined by swim expert Brenton Ford. 

We discuss the best results from the Olympics and what triathletes can learn from Olympic swimmers.

But more importantly, what are some things that Olympic swimmers do that triathletes should NOT do?

Plus we ask Brenton some of the most asked questions from triathletes about how to improve their swim leg.

Keys to the episode:

• Going through the best olympic moments from the pool
• Why Brenton predicted Titmus would beat Ledecky a month before the Olympics
• The story behind ‘that crazy coach’ celebration and why it’s more special than you realise
• An olympic swimmers typical training schedule
• Could swimmers improve their pacing even though they’re at the top level?
• The best technique tips triathletes can take
• Why Brenton was resistant to FORM goggles, and do we Olympic swimmers should use them?
• How many aspects of your stroke should you work on at once?
• How long should you spend on a swim drill before moving on to a new one?
• Recommendations for swim training when pools are closed
• What percentage of a session should be on drills vs the main set? 
• What kick beat is recommended in a sprint distance tri vs 70.3 or up to ironman?
• The most efficient way to spread your fingers

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The Get Fast Podcast is brought to you by TriVelo Coaching, where we help triathletes and cyclists like you, Train Smarter to Race Faster. You are joined as always by your hosts, Australian Triathlon Ironman Champion and HEAD COACH of TriVelo Coaching Gerard Donnelly, and his son Jordan Donnelly.

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