in 2004, Nigel Kube founded SwimTherapy, a technical analysis centre filming swimmers from all angles to help improve swimmers move through the water with more efficiency. Nigel was the original head coach, but that mantra has since been passed on to Jay Wilson, who has held the position for seven years. SwimTherapy, based in Leicester, UK, works with all swimmers, from age groupers, to masters, triathletes, and those looking to start from scratch. Get 15% off products from TheMagic5 by using th...
Feb 13, 2024•50 min
This week, Kevin Pickard joins the podcast to discuss AP Race's recent Masters Grand Prix at Moorways, Derby, as well as the up and coming one at Sunderland Aquatics Centre in March. AP Race is taking a really interesting approach to competitions and is keen to see the standards raised across the board in the sport. Check out the recent competition in November last year with this behind the scenes video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYkEl_VAeu4 There's still time to sign up for the competitio...
Feb 06, 2024•44 min
Martin Bennell, of Basingstoke Bluefins, might be mid-40s, but boy is he getting quicker and quicker every year. With a number of lifetime bests last year, he is on the cusp of a British record in the 50m breaststroke and is the current European holder of the event in the 45-49 age category. Martin talks about his journey in swimming - how he's never taken it too seriously but loves the buzz of racing, and a new approach to training is helping him continue to get PBs. This is Through The Water W...
Jan 30, 2024•48 min
This week, coach Abbie Whiting and masters swimmer Ken Flett, join the podcast to discuss how many competitions and races per year they believe is the best amount. How many competitions per year should be our 'target meets'? How many races per day is too many? Should we do sacrificial events? How many practice competitions and races should we do leading up to a target meet? Get 15% off swimming gear from TheMagic5 by using the link www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited Get a personalised stren...
Jan 23, 2024•44 min
Sports Psychologist Helen Davis joins this week to talk about the different layers of goal setting and how setting them well can manifest into a healthy mindset when getting ready to race. On the flipside, poor goal setting - or no goal setting - can lead to insecurities and feeling unsure when getting ready to race. Get 15% off equipment from TheMagic5 by using the link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited Get personalised training programmes from Oxolt Strength and Conditioning by visiting...
Jan 16, 2024•44 min
It's a new year, which means we're all thinking of ways that we can improve in the water in 2024. But time is of the essence, and many of us are already working at capacity. So, what can we do to improve on the sessions we already commit to, be that in the pool, gym or elsewhere? And how can we level up the other elements of our lives - such as diet and recovery - to get those marginal gains? Coach and swimmer, John Wood, joins to discuss. Get 15% off products from TheMagic5 by using the code: w...
Jan 09, 2024•43 min
On our Christmas Special Podcast, we're joined by Rebecca Lennon, Eleanor Grimes and Jonathan Saunders. We talk about a mixture of things such as swimming-related Christmas activity, reflect on our favourite swimming events this year, and decide what our favourite Christmas songs, films and traditions are. It's a lot of fun! Rebecca is raising money for The Aplastic Anaemia Trust by taking ice baths everyday in December. Do support her, if you can, using this link: https://www.theaat.org.uk/Fund...
Dec 19, 2023•49 min
In part one... Oxolt Strength and Conditioning is launching a new at-home bodyweight training programme in the new year, and founder Nathan Oxford discusses the fundamentals of the programme - what swimmers can expect and how it will be periodised to prime them for the major competitions. In part two... Swim England's Coach of the Year, Bob Bolton, joins to talk about his surprise at receiving the award, and discusses Trafford Metro's inaugural masters open meet in May next year. Get 15% off a p...
Dec 12, 2023•43 min
In part two, David Westcough, Jamie McHale (first half) and John Wood (second half) join in the conversation on technology - it's worth and its overhype. Are you a fan of technology? Get 15% off goggles and more products from TheMagic5 by using the link www.themagic5.com/freestylemedia Get a tailored strength and conditioning programme from Oxolt Strength and Conditioning. Head to www.oxolt.com for more
Dec 05, 2023•48 min
This week, Clive Marquis of Cardinal Performance Swimming talks about his expanding business which aims to offer swimmers a full suite of services from swim and gym programmes, nutrition and sports psychology. Clive believes masters swimmers, and those who leave university and are looking to further their swimming career, could benefit from this remote service, and promises good results. Cardinal Performance Swimming website: https://www.cardinalperformanceswimming.com/ Cardinal Performance Swim...
Nov 28, 2023•36 min
This week, Helen Gorman and Kevin Pickard join the podcast to imagine what the future of our sport could look like. New training methods, club structures, new races and enhanced PR for the professionals, were all discussed. You can enjoy up to 50% off until the end of November on TheMagic5 products thanks to a Black Friday sale. Use the link www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited Get a personalised swim-specific strength and conditioning programme from Oxolt Strength and Conditioning at www.oxo...
Nov 21, 2023•48 min
This week, James Barwick, Eleanor Grimes and Kath Tunnicliffe join the podcast to discuss all things technology in swimming. They talk through the technology they and their clubs currently use, and what technology, in a world with no limits, they would love to add to their regime. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited Get a personalised strength and conditioning programme with Oxolt Strength and Conditioning at www.oxol...
Nov 14, 2023•53 min
In this episode, City of Sheffield's Jonathan Saunders - who is part of the Masters Working Group - talks about feedback he's had from swimmers so far after nationals, and looks ahead of future developments in the sport now he is the Swim England representative for the home countries working group. Jonathan also reflects on his recovery from injury that meant he could compete in Sheffield. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedia...
Nov 07, 2023•41 min
After recently being awarded life membership to Trafford Metro, Helen Sadler took some time to reflect on her life in swimming, beginning as a primary school student when she joined Sale Swimming Club, which would later be renamed Trafford Metro. Listen to Helen's wonderful stories from her life in swimming, and how she's always finding ways to peak her enthusiasm for the sport. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using this link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited Ch...
Oct 31, 2023•47 min
For all your pre-Nationals excitement, join me (Joe Malone), Beth Hogg, Kath Tunnicliffe and Kalon Veale as we discuss the weekend ahead and all the things we expect and hope to see across the three days at Ponds Forge, Sheffield. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedia/limited Visit www.oxolt.com to get a personalised strength and conditioning programme for greater gains in and out of the water.
Oct 23, 2023•43 min
It's now just 10 days before the Swim England Masters National Championships begin, so it's time to start planning what'll be in your lunchbox over the weekend. In this episode, nutrition coach Dr Judith Brand discusses what types of food to each at which parts of the day, and what to avoid. A swimmer herself in Lanzarote, Judith has competed at the English nationals on many occasions in the past and understands the complexities of planning your nutrition over a three-day period while stuck in a...
Oct 16, 2023•40 min
AP Race Innovation Director Kevin Pickard joins the podcast this week to discuss the upcoming AP Race Masters Grand Prix, which takes place over the final weekend of November at Moorways, Derby. Kevin also shares the wider plans AP Race has for the masters community. To event the AP Race Grand Prix, click here: https://events.aprace.club/events/ap-race-masters-2023/?fbclid=IwAR0WZGjGNvFdK6PNpQP8EPtj3IeJh5earcwFtfmiGGP9XXT8KhAxhXGp3ZY To join the AP Race Masters mailing list, click here: https://...
Oct 09, 2023•49 min
Cockermouth Swimming Club Head Coach, Sean Balmer, joins the podcast this week as we discuss what makes a great swimmer, from a technical, mental and ambassadorial point of view. Sean is a longstanding volunteer in the swimming community and has overseen the development of hundreds of swimmers, including Great Britain's Luke Greenbank. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited Get a personalised strength and conditioning pr...
Oct 02, 2023•40 min
Former GB artistic swimmer Sammy Wilson works as a movement and mobility coach and understands the daily aches and pains we experience as we age. Lifestyles such as desk-bound jobs don't help, but Sammy helps athletes incorporate small, daily habits into their lives to rid themselves of chronic pains. In this episode, Sammy explores some of the simple changes you can make to improve your mobility. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the link: www.themagic5.com/freest...
Sep 25, 2023•39 min
In today's episode, we discuss the power of swimming for the mind, but how it can also tip the other way and add stress to our lives. Jo Beardsworth, James Barwick, Beth Hogg and James Simpson all share their own experiences of how swimming has benefited and hindered their mental health. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the following link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited
Sep 18, 2023•47 min
On Saturday 23 September, Derby Excel Masters Swimming Club is hosting its first ever Masters Development Day at Alfreton Leisure Centre in Derbyshire. The day will consist of two swim sessions, talks by a qualified physiotherapist and psychologist, as well as a guest appearance from a current Great Britain swimmer. Jamie Brown, the head coach for the masters squad at Derby Excel, joins the podcast to talk more about it. There's still space to take part. Visit this link to find out more: https:/...
Sep 11, 2023•29 min
This week swimmer and triathlon coach, John Wood, joins in the conversation around different methods of training and hi preferences. We also discuss when to use equipment - when to add resistance and when to use overspeed. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the code www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited
Sep 04, 2023•42 min
A year on from his second retirement from swimming, two-time Olympian Ross Murdoch has launched his own coaching programme, aimed at helping others to develop an athletes mindset. Murdoch Coaching will will help form healthy daily habits and put structures in place that make it easy to think, feel and perform like an athlete. In this conversation, Ross talks about his own mindset and how it helped him reach the top, and how he now wants to help others achieve their goals. Get 15% off a pair of c...
Aug 28, 2023•52 min
There seems to be more masters competitions available to us than ever, but how many races and events per year is the right amount? Should we take a break over the summer and will it really affect our performance? And are we training in the best possible way to get results on race day? All this, with Beth Hogg. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the affiliate link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited
Aug 21, 2023•47 min
After a stellar career that saw Hannah Miley compete at three Olympic Games, and claim titles on the World, European and Commonwealth stage, retirement brought about a whole new challenge. A loss of confidence and routine meant Hannah had to navigate her way through the transition out of competitive sports, to where she finds herself now. An MBE, business ventures and commentating on the sport she loves, Hannah is now shining in every aspect of life. Listen to Hannah's story on retirement from s...
Aug 14, 2023•59 min
After making her first Great Britain Junior team 10 years ago, Amber Keegan has seen it all. Mental ill health, injuries and a serious car crash are amongst the struggles she has faced, but her resilience has grown throughout. Ten years on Amber finally made her first Great Britain Senior team, at this year's World Championships, competing in the 5 and 10km open water races. After a solid performance in the 10km, Amber now has her sights set on Paris for next year's Olympic Games. And, most impo...
Aug 07, 2023•46 min
Ahead of the World Masters Championships kicking off, we speak to Rebecca Lennon, Kiyoko Naish and Kath Tunnicliffe who are all heading out to Fukuoka, Japan to compete on the world stage. Find out what events they're racing, what their hopes and expectations are, and what they plan to do in their downtime. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using our affiliate link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited
Jul 31, 2023•51 min
Following the release of information for this year Masters National Championships, including the schedule and qualifying times, I speak to Jonathan Saunders from The Masters Working Group, which leads on putting these events together. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using our affiliate link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited
Jul 31, 2023•23 min
Strength and conditioning coach, Nathan Oxford, joins the podcast this week to answer your questions about land training. From improving reaction times, to open water warm-ups, and improving core strength at home, Nathan has you covered. Get 15% off a pair of TheMagic5 goggles by using the affiliate link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited
Jul 24, 2023•49 min
Elizabeth Godfrey, Sarah Hunt, Alex O’Kelly and Fleur Turner recorded a new world’s best time of 9:17.25 in the women's 160+ 4x200m freestyle relay at the British Masters Championships in June. They talk about collective spirit, adopting a no pressure environment and celebrating in style. Get 15% off a pair of custom-fit goggles from TheMagic5 by using the link: www.themagic5.com/freestylemedialimited
Jul 17, 2023•35 min
