The Science and Art of Open Water Swimming
Grant LandersThe Science and Art of Open Water Swimming explores what it really takes to swim well and safely, in open water.
Hosted by endurance swimming coach and sport scientist Grant Landers, the podcast brings together swimmer stories, coaching insights, and evidence-based science to unpack performance, preparation, and decision-making in unpredictable environments.
Each episode features conversat... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 32 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsSwimming | |||
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What does great preparation actually look like?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr Sacha Fulton, Accredited Sports Scientist, athlete preparation specialist, founder of Peak Preparation and a two-time Rottnest Channel solo swimmer, to explore how a... more
In part two of my conversation with Adam O'Byrne, we explore his move from marathon swimming into the world of ice swimming.
Adam discusses cold-water adaptation, preparing for an Ice Mile, the physiological and psychological differences between mar... more
Adam O'Byrne's endurance sport journey spans Ironman triathlon, multiple Rottnest Channel crossings and the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming.
In this first part of our conversation, Adam reflects on his progression from AFL football and paramedic... more
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Apple Podcasts | #8 |  United States/Sports/Swimming |
Apple Podcasts | #10 |  Canada/Sports/Swimming |
Apple Podcasts | #12 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Swimming |
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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show presents a blend of practical coaching insights, scientific perspectives, and swimmer stories focused on open water endurance. Episodes frequently center on long-distance swims, extreme conditions, crew dynamics, safety, and performance readiness, with guests ranging from elite marathon swimmers and triathlon coaches to researchers and sport scientists. The conversations tend to unpack how athletes balance training with work and family, optimize preparation and recovery, and apply evidence-based strategies in unpredictable ocean environments. A standout pattern is the emphasis on real-world decision making—planning, pacing, nutrition, and risk management—often illustrated with vivid, first-hand race and training anecdotes. The qua... more
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Dr. Sacha Fulton
2. Adam O'Byrne
3. Jen Walsh
4. Dr. Terry Griffiths
5. Warwick Dalziel
6. Duncan Kinnear
7. Brenton Ford
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