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Nick Parkes shares the remarkable story of his return to swimming after suffering a cardiac arrest at the National Open Water Championships in 2023. Clinically dead for around 20 minutes, Nick has since dedicated a series of fundraising challenges to... more

After an eight-year break from competitive swimming, Tom Cohoon has made a remarkable return to sprint swimming.

Inspired by watching his younger brother Alex compete at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Tom took on board lessons from the world’s best sprint... more

Jane Hansom’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and rediscovery. Once a promising swimmer in Scotland, Jane took a 20-year detour through the vibrant world of marketing and nightlife before returning to her athletic roots to become a world ... more

Olly Espinasse - a lifelong Basingstoke Bluefins swimmer, British and European record-holder, and former coach - joins Julie Howe to share training sets spanning three decades of his swimming life.

We look back to Olly’s teenage years, when he train... more

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Tom Cohoon
British masters sprinter and brother of Olympic swimmer Alex Cohoon
Self/ Masters Swimming
Episode: #204: The Comeback: Tom Cohoon on Chasing Olympian Brother
Jane Hansom
Former national-level swimmer, turned marketing professional, later Ironman World Champion and influential figure in triathlon
Triathlon industry (PTO, Nevis events, brand work)
Episode: #203: From Party Girl to World Champion: Jane Hansom's Journey
Olly Espinasse
Lifelong swimmer with Bluefins; former British/European record holder and coach
Basingstoke Bluefins; Windsor (coach)
Episode: #202: Front End, Back End: Training the Whole Race
Paul Leonard
Open water swimmer who completed Ocean Seven
Episode: #195: Shark Bite to Oceans Seven: Paul Leonard’s Extraordinary Journey
Nicci Beynon
Masters swimmer, former water polo player, and swim mum from Cardiff
Self/MS patient
Episode: #192: MS Won’t Stop me Swimming with Nicci Beynon
Liz Byrnes
Sports journalist covering swimming for 20+ years
Press Association, Swimming World, various newspapers and websites
Episode: #190: Inside 20+ Years of Swimming Journalism with Liz Byrnes
Charlie Harris
Digital Comms and Marketing Manager for Scottish Swimming
Scottish Swimming
Episode: #189: Aberdeen Awaits: Previewing British Masters 2026 with Charlie Harris
Nicola Charlesworth Hutchinson
Deaf Olympics silver medallist; European Masters record holder; Masters swimmer
Episode: #186: Nicola Charlesworth on Masters Swimming, Deaflympics and Determination
Brian Brinkley
Former Olympic swimmer and coach
Great Britain national swimming team; various clubs
Episode: #184: Racing Through Olympic History

Host

Helen Gorman
Host of Masters Swimming-focused show discussions with a focus on racing, training, and event coverage

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Excellent on all things Masters swimming

    This podcast is excellent, I always enjoy my weekly dose of the superbly knowledgeable Helen Gorman talking interesting and inspiring guests. This podcast is suitable for those already in the sport or those looking to get get back to swimming- it’s motivating, inspiring and full of Master Swimmer energy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    think.believe.perform
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Perfect drive-time listen

    Loved catching up and listening on my long drive across to comp in Manchester today….so many top tips and motivational guests….feeling inspired for LC season. Thank you 💦

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    V_Barker
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Highly informative 🙏🏻

    Great discussion with Rebecca helping me as I attempt to return to masters swimming after lay off. Much appreciated

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ghggvbhhuuggggh
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Each time I listen I gain a tip or learn

    I’m loving this podcast! Each time I listen, every guest has given me a tip, or I’ve learned something new or I’ve just found something interesting to use for my own coaching. The variety of the guests means that each week is different and each week there is something new to engage me!

    I’ve changed a few things about how I train myself and am massively motivated as a result!

    Thank you Joe and Helen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DR J Performance
    Spaina year ago
  • Interesting and motivating

    Really enjoy these shows and find them both motivating and interesting.

    Thanks so much to Helen and the team !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    grangefarmmum
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Hosts strike a balance between technical insight and entertaining storytelling.
Guests bring diverse expertise, from athletes to journalists.
Shows consistently deliver practical tips listeners can apply to training and coaching.

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#23
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#5
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#18
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#24
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#26
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#202: Front End, Back End: Training the Whole Race
Q: What's the mindset shift from when you started to now?
Now I train because I want to swim, not just because someone told me to. It's about enjoying the process, meeting friends, and maintaining a healthy relationship with the sport that keeps motivation high.
#202: Front End, Back End: Training the Whole Race
Q: How would you modify that set for a master swimmer today?
You can break it into blocks, insert easy repetitions, or adjust rest to simulate race conditions, always focusing on keeping a steady effort rather than blasting out at the start, so you can sustain pace across the set.
#202: Front End, Back End: Training the Whole Race
Q: Tell us about the first set and why it sticks with you.
It was a simple routine of repeating 100s to hold a heart-rate and pace in a way that mirrored longer races, teaching the importance of consistency under fatigue and the idea that you can train your body to tolerate discomfort while aiming for a steady tempo.
#204: The Comeback: Tom Cohoon on Chasing Olympian Brother
Q: What are your big goals in the near term and long term?
Tom aims to break and push for British short- and long-course records, improve his chances at finals in major meets like Sheffield Masters, and potentially pursue Olympic trials in the coming years while balancing Masters competition.
#204: The Comeback: Tom Cohoon on Chasing Olympian Brother
Q: What does Alex think to that then, having to line up against his big brother?
Tom describes a friendly rivalry, noting initial skepticism about his brother going as fast as him, but ultimately celebrating the close competitive dynamic and the mutual motivation it creates.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Freestyle Media

What is Freestyle Media about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on Masters swimming, racing tactics, training camps, coaching insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from national and international meets. It often features veteran athletes, coaches, and journalists who share practical tips, race psychology, and event preparation, with a strong emphasis on community, accessibility, and lifelong athleticism. Notable angles include open-water and extreme swimming, altitude training, tapering strategies, and the evolving media landscape around competitive swimming. The format tends to blend technical guidance with personal journeys, creating a motivational yet actionable resource for masters swimmers, coaches, and sports enthusiasts who value performance, resilience, and the social fabric o... more

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Recent guests on Freestyle Media include:

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2. Jane Hansom
3. Olly Espinasse
4. Paul Leonard
5. Nicci Beynon
6. Liz Byrnes
7. Charlie Harris
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