The Long and The Short Of It 348. Six Strokes
May 27, 2025
Pete introduces a transformative swimming concept that emphasizes mindfulness over intensity. They question why we often equate hard work with heavy breathing and explore how refining techniques can elevate performance. The duo discusses the importance of external feedback for improvement and how manageable goals can enhance motivation. Listeners are encouraged to rethink old methods to embrace more efficient processes, revealing that mastery can sometimes mean working smarter, not harder.
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Pete's Six-Stroke Swimming Lesson
- Pete Shepard learned from his swimming coach to focus on small segments of six strokes for efficiency rather than long, exhausting sessions. - This approach drastically changed his view on effort and success beyond swimming.
Technique Trumps Effort
- Huffing and puffing is often equated to working hard, but focusing on technique can reduce effort and increase output. - Efficiency may trump raw effort in sports and work, making tasks easier and more sustainable.
Focus on Key Technique Cues
- Focus on very specific, simple cues to improve performance instead of trying to manage multiple complex factors. - Zooming into key technique details enables many other improvements to happen naturally.
