EP 355: Strength Training So You Never Get Tired with Ryan Evernden

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Ryan Evernden is the founder of Formidable Strength and Conditioning, a coaching service that’s reshaping how swimmers integrate strength training into their routines. Ryan isn’t just any strength coach; he specializes in tailoring strength and conditioning programs specifically for swimmers, helping them power through the water with more speed and resilience while safeguarding against injuries.
Today, Ryan will share his insights on the essential strength exercises for swimmers, how to prevent common swimming injuries, and some truly inspiring success stories from the athletes he’s worked with. Whether you’re a competitive swimmer looking to enhance your performance or a recreational swimmer aiming to swim smarter and stronger, Ryan’s expertise is sure to provide valuable guidance.

02:19 Veering towards Strength Training for Swimmers
03:11 Trying to Create Swimmers For Life
04:14 Preventing Injuries
04:32 Coming Right Back Around The Basics
06:14 Assessing Mobility and Range of Motions
07:20 Improving Overhead Range of Motions
11:18 Starting Inside Out
12:13 Finding The Balance
14:51 Strength Required For Long Distance Swimmers
21:38 How Do I Fit My Strength Sessions
29:00 Common Misconceptions
35:33 Age Group Strength and Conditioning

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Amazing swimming and fitness podcast

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 !!!!

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Brenton and Mitch were great to work with at the clinic, Good to get video analysis to work on straight away, practice some new drills and go home knowing what you need to work on.

Alex McFadyen

Sydney