Swim Smooth Episode 28 - what does fighting on the front-line of COVID-19, shoulder injury and learning a 2-beat kick have in common? Dr Jess Potter, that's what!
Dec 20, 2021
In this engaging conversation, Jess Potter, a respiratory specialist from London and a passionate swimmer, shares her frontline experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. She opens up about the mental strain faced by healthcare workers and how swimming became her solace. Jess discusses her shoulder injury linked to hand entry technique and the struggle of mastering a 2-beat kick for marathon swimming. With insights on breathing and stroke efficiency, she inspires listeners to refine their swimming skills while navigating personal challenges.
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Jess's Emotional First Open Water Swim
- Jess Potter got emotional during her first open water swim in the Royal Docks during the pandemic.
- The experience provided a peaceful escape from overwhelming COVID-19 data and stress.
Frontline ICU Challenges Described
- Jess described intense anxiety working in a London ICU during the first COVID wave.
- Staff relocated offices to manage infection control and faced overwhelming patient cases with no respite between waves.
Swimming Postpartum Adaptations
- Jess struggled to swim regularly postpartum while balancing breastfeeding and childcare.
- She adapted to swimming in a 25m pool, which encouraged varied pace and sprint work.