EP 444:How to Rebuild Your Swimming from Zero (Even in Your 40s) with Brenton Ford

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Returning to swimming after years away can leave you feeling exhausted, sore, and disconnected from the water. In this episode, we break down three key things that can help you rebuild your swimming and feel stronger and more comfortable in the water.

You’ll learn how body position, breathing, stroke length, and a more relaxed kick can make swimming feel easier and more efficient. We’ll also look at how to structure your training when you’re getting back into the pool and why giving yourself three to six months of consistent swimming can make a huge difference.

If you’re returning to swimming after a long break, these simple technical and training adjustments can help you reconnect with the water and build your fitness without relying on brute strength.

00:10 How to Get Back Into Swimming
00:59 Fix Your Body Position
01:36 Breathe Without Getting Out of Breath
02:13 Build a Longer, More Efficient Stroke
02:56 Stop Kicking So Hard
03:52 How to Train When Returning to Swimming
05:12 What to Expect When You Start Again
05:51 Give Yourself 3–6 Months to Rebuild
06:44 Final Thoughts

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Love, love, love listening to Brenton and his guests. Always learning something new to add to my swim sets with drills or training sets. Also very motivational guests with great tips to add to your fitness routine. I love the stories of the longer distant swims and what’s involved. I’m always smiling after listening to these podcasts!! Thank you so much !!!!