Inside with Brett Hawke #414 Ash Delaney talks Power Racks, Gym Work, Backstroke Technique, 50's in LA, and Kyle Chalmers 100 Free
Dec 30, 2024
Ash Delaney, an Australian swim coach and Beijing Olympian, shares his transition from athlete to mentor. He discusses the evolution of sprint training and how individualized coaching strategies enhance swimmer performance. Delaney highlights techniques to optimize backstroke, emphasizing body positioning and self-awareness. He also delves into the trials faced by competitive swimmers, from injuries to the mental toughness required for top competitions, while celebrating the camaraderie within the sport.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Coaching Evolution and Athlete Dynamics
02:58 • 21min
Optimizing Backstroke Technique for Competitive Swimming
24:27 • 3min
Mastering Backstroke Techniques
27:36 • 12min
Understanding the Athlete's Body: A Journey of Self-Awareness and Performance
39:49 • 5min
Chasing Gold: The Trials of a Competitive Swimmer
45:17 • 19min
The Cutthroat Nature of Competitive Swimming
01:04:47 • 2min