The Effortless Swimming Podcast

Author: Brenton Ford

Faster times and better technique aren't a guarantee when you train hard. What really makes a difference to your speed and efficiency in the water? The Effortless Swimming podcast helps make a complex sport really simple to better your swimming. We cover open water swimming, triathlon swimming and pool swimming. Hosted by Australian National swimmer and coach Brenton Ford.
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Language: en

Genres: Sports, Swimming

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#437 : Understanding Arm Recovery and Connection In Freestyle with Tracey Baumann
Wednesday, 22 July, 2026

Tracey Baumann is back! Learn how better arm recovery can improve your balance, protect your shoulders, and help you swim with less effort. She breaks down the most common mistakes that lead to shoulder pain, dropped hips, and extra drag, then shares simple drills to help you swim smoother and more efficiently. We'll also share details about the Melbourne swim clinic we're running together on October 25. Tune in now! 00:33 Meet Tracey Baumann 01:47 Why Recovery Matters 05:24 Common Recovery Mistakes 08:54 One Unit Recovery Cue 11:23 Elite Examples: Sam Short13:26 Fixing High Elbow Myths19:11 Wetsuit Shoulder Tips22:15 Connection Through the Core 34:01 Build Length From the Wall 34:43 Clinic Announcement Melbourne36:18 Where to Find Tracy