Swim Smooth

Annika Ericsson and Kristin Larsson, both champions of the grueling ÖtillÖ World Championships, share their remarkable insights into the world of SwimRun. They discuss the thrill and challenges of this unique sport, which combines running and swimming in pairs, often under tough conditions. The duo emphasizes the importance of teamwork, preparation, and mental resilience. Listeners will enjoy anecdotes from their experiences, the evolution of SwimRun, and tips for newcomers looking to dive into this exhilarating endurance challenge.

Andy Blow, founder of Precision Hydration and former British triathlete, shares his journey from aspiring soccer player to hydration innovation leader. The conversation dives into the importance of personalized hydration for different athletes, revealing how sweat testing can tailor solutions to individual needs. Andy shares fascinating insights from his work with Formula One and discusses the significant role hydration plays in enhancing endurance performance. Listeners gain valuable tips for improving hydration strategies, especially for triathletes and swimmers.

In this engaging conversation, Lucy Charles, the fastest female Ironman swimmer and two-time silver medalist, shares insights into her competitive journey and unconventional swimming style. Joined by her coach and partner, Reece Barclay, they discuss the importance of adapting techniques for open water swimming. Roy Shepherdson, Lucy's former coach, offers a nostalgic look at her early years, emphasizing the pivotal moments that shaped her distance swimming career. The trio dives into the psychological aspects of open water challenges and the teamwork essential in triathlon training.

You might find the supporting links, articles and websites in chronological order useful as a reference point: ▪ 2004 - www.swimsmooth.com is launched with our first product: https://shop.swimsmooth.com/collections/legacy-dvds/products/swim-smooth-dvd-boxset ▪ 2005 - Paul & Mish (now Paul’s wife) head off around the UK running clinics and 1-2-1 sessions ▪ 2006 - the “Flame Wars” on http://tritalk.co.uk reach boiling point between Swim Smooth and Total Immersion ▪ 2007 - Adam attends his first Swim Smooth 1-day swimmer’s clinic ▪ 2008 - Paul and Adam’s friendship builds and Adam drives the online presence in a way that Paul hasn’t been able to do himself. Our first Learn To Swim DVD is produced in sunny Essex, UK (https://shop.swimsmooth.com/collections/legacy-dvds/products/swim-smooth-learn-to-swim-program-dvd ) and the idea for “Swim Types” starts to germinate. ▪ 2009 - Adam’s brainchild (the Mr Smooth animation) is launched (http://www.swimsmooth.com/info/mr-smooth-free-app ). Increase in awareness of Swim Smooth starts to build, ultimately rising to a subscribership of over 125,000 weekly readers of our FREE blog www.feelforthewater.com ▪ 2010 - British Triathlon announces Swim Smooth as their coach education partner http://www.triathlonbusiness.com/2010/industry-news/swim-smooth-for-british-triathlon/ and the first 3-day Swim Smooth Coach Education Course (http://www.swimsmooth.com/improve/coach-education/swim-smooth-three-day-coach-education-course ) is run and we officially launch www.swimtypes.com ▪ 2011 - Our third DVD, the Catch Masterclass https://shop.swimsmooth.com/collections/legacy-dvds/products/swim-smooth-catch-masterclass-dvd goes on to being the fastest selling swimming DVD on the internet and we run our first 2-week Certified Coaches Course (http://www.swimsmooth.com/coaches/become-a-coach ) in Perth. We partner up with HUUB Design to create the world’s best wetsuit (as used by the Brownlee Brothers: https://shop.swimsmooth.com/collections/wetsuits ) ▪ 2012 - We launch our very first Certified Swim Smooth Coaches (http://www.swimsmooth.com/coaches/find-a-coach ) of which we now have 48 worldwide (and growing) - make sure you register at http://www.swimsmooth.com/coaches/join-the-coaches-network Wiley & Sons (the world’s biggest book publishing company) approach Swim Smooth to write a book on swimming which quickly becomes one of the best selling and highest rated books on swim coaching of all time (https://www.amazon.com/Swim-Smooth-Complete-Coaching-Triathletes/dp/1119963192#customerReviews ▪ 2013 - Paul wins the world’s most prestigious marathon swimming event http://www.feelforthewater.com/2013/06/paul-newsomes-winning-manhattan-race.html and cements Swim Smooth in the history books as not just an effective way to swim, but a FAST way to swim too! ▪ 2014 - The International Triathlon Union announces Swim Smooth as their coaching partner (https://www.triathlon.org/news/article/itu_partners_with_swim_smooth ) which sees Swim Smooth being put out around the world in 119 countries via the various triathlon governing bodies. We launch our biggest project to date, the Swim Smooth Guru (www.swimsmooth.guru ) ▪ 2015 - Work commences on our Swim Smooth Kids program ▪ 2016 - The Swim Smooth Guru is refined, tweaked and improved to contain exciting new features such as CSS Tweaking and Fitness Tracking (http://www.feelforthewater.com/2018/11/10-ways-to-improve-your-swimming-with.html ) ▪ 2017 - Filming commences on the Swim Smooth Kids program and we begin developing our coaching presence in the USA ▪ 2018 - We launch the new Swim Smooth podcast (https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/swim-smooth/id1441577778?mt=2 ) and also our brand new trip of a lifetime to Perth (http://www.swimsmooth.com/info/win-a-trip-to-perth ) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blog.swimsmooth.com/subscribe

In this engaging conversation, Dean Jackson, the visionary founder of HUUB Design, shares his journey from a Costa Coffee in Folkestone to creating the UK's leading wetsuit brand. He dives into the remarkable #GreatBritishSwim, recounting how Ross Edgley's epic 2,800 km challenge required multiple wetsuits. Dean also reveals how the Brownlee Brothers influenced the development of the innovative Agilis suit. With insights into tailoring wetsuit designs for individual swimmer needs, this talk is a treasure trove for swimming enthusiasts and aspiring athletes alike!

Join Tom Hickman, founder of SE Asia’s first SwimRun event, as he dives into the impact of plastic pollution in Bali's oceans. He discusses the Bali Hope SwimRun Challenge, a unique event blending competition with community service. Tom shares insights on how participants, including Paul Newsome, will contribute to cleaning beaches and educating locals. The conversation highlights the importance of camaraderie in tackling environmental issues while training for SwimRun events. Get inspired to make a difference while enjoying an adventure!

Dan Plews, 2018 Ironman World Age Group Champion and world record holder, shares his extraordinary journey in endurance training. He discusses his impressive pacing during the marathon and the monumental power he maintained on the bike. Delving into heart rate variability, Dan explains how tracking recovery can enhance performance. He emphasizes the importance of listening to one’s body, and how technology has revolutionized HRV measurement. With insights from his experiences, Dan inspires athletes to harness consistent training and smart strategies for success.