Join us today with Tom Barton, fresh from the US with Australia’s A team! Tom is the founder of the Q Swim app and works as a physiotherapist at The Health Collab. He’s your go-to expert for keeping swimmers and triathletes moving smoothly and injury-free. Today, we’re focusing on how triathletes can step up their range of motion and overall movement. Don’t miss out!
Q Swim:
www.qswim.co
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In this episode
- 01:17 Trip to the US for a Swimming Competition
- 03:44 Standout Performances in Swimming at the US Open
- 05:14 The Importance of Mobility Testing for Swimmers and Triathletes
- 8:10 The High Elbow Test and Combined Elevation Test
- 13:03 Improving Combined Elevation and High Elbow Test: Strengthening Antagonist Muscles
- 17:06 Strengthening the Back and Nervous System for Optimal Performance
- 20:23 Incorporating Swimming Exercises into Pre-Swimming Routines
- 23:08 Tips for Overhead Pressing
- 27:11 Improving Hip Flexibility and Activation for Triathletes
- 32:18 Q Swim App and Working with Swimmers in Queensland
- 35:35 Why How You Swim and How You Move in the Water Are Crucial
Links from this episode
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