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The Science and Art of Open Water Swimming

Grant Landers
Open Water Swimming
Rottnest Channel Swim
Rottnest Island
English Channel
Lake Argyle
Endurance Swimming
Triathlon
Coaching
Body Composition
Sleep
Celtman
Waves
Effortless Swimming
Event Management
Water Safety
Sports Psychology
Mindfulness
University Of Western Australia
Geobay Swim
Swimming Biomechanics

The 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

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The Rottnest Channel Swim is one of Western Australia's most iconic sporting events, attracting thousands of swimmers, paddlers, skippers, volunteers and supporters each year. But behind every successful crossing is a huge effort to balance tradition... more

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Dr Andrew Lyttle has spent more than three decades helping athletes and coaches better understand how humans move through the water. From his PhD research on drag and swimming efficiency at UWA, through nearly 20 years at WAIS, to his current role as... more

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Barbara Pellick: I Reckon I Could Swim Back

As a child, Barbara Pellick stood on Cottesloe Beach looking out towards Rottnest and wondered whether anyone could swim that far. Years later, after completing her first solo Rottnest crossing, she found ... more

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Charlotte O'Beirne is the founder of Swimming Women, open water swimmer, coach, community builder and self-described "Chief Mermaid".

In this conversation, Charlotte shares her journey from competitive swimming in England to marathon ocean swimming ... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Lyttle
Australian sports biomechanist, National Performance Support Lead for Biomechanics at the Australian Institute of Sport
Australian Institute of Sport
Episode: Dr Andrew Lyttle: Biomechanics, Curiosity and the Science of Drag
Barbara Pellick
Australian marathon swimmer and coach, pioneer of Rottnest double crossing
Self-described; extensive open water career
Episode: Barbara Pellick: I Reckon I Could Swim Back
Charlotte O'Beirne
Founder of Swimming Women, Open Water Swimmer, Coach, Community Builder
Swimming Women
Episode: Charlotte O'Beirne: Mermaids, Confidence and Finding Your Place in the Water
Dr. Jeremy Drake
Cancer researcher, Deakin University; former elite triathlete
Deakin University
Episode: Dr Jeremy Drake: Persistence, Exercise and Cancer Research
Peter Reaburn
Professor and Head of Exercise and Sports Science, expert on Masters athletes
Bond University / Masters swimming community
Episode: Prof Peter Reaburn: Successful Ageing, Masters Athletes and Swimming for Life
William Ellis
Open Water Swimmer, coach, actor and podcast host
Open Water Swimmers' Podcast
Episode: William Ellis: Why We Come to the Water
Sam Moore
Events, operations and logistics professional who helped launch the GeoBay Swim in 2023
GeoBay Swim
Episode: Sam Moore: Community, Inclusion and the GeoBay Swim
Ben Roberts
Manager of events and partnerships at Swimming WA; former elite swimmer
Swimming WA
Episode: Ben Roberts: Participation, Progression and the Growth of Open Water Swimming in WA
Jordina Quain
Endurance swimmer, sexologist, educator, researcher, advocate
Independent researcher; PhD candidate
Episode: Jordina Quain: Identity, Belonging and the Hidden Impact of Endurance Sport

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Grant Landers
Host of The Science and Art of Open Water Swimming

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dr Andrew Lyttle: Biomechanics, Curiosity and the Science of Drag
Q: What have you learned about the relationship between science and coaching from WAIS years?
Coaching and science are most effective when there is embedded collaboration, trust, and a coach-led approach; scientists provide data-backed guidance but must translate it into practical coaching cues that fit the athlete and the training environment.
Dr Andrew Lyttle: Biomechanics, Curiosity and the Science of Drag
Q: From your perspective, how different is open water swimming biomechanically from pool swimming?
Open water introduces environmental variability and tactical considerations (pack swimming, drafting, sighting) that constrain technique differently from the pool; while core principles remain, the feasibility of perfect pool technique is limited by currents, waves, competition, and visibility, making biomechanical optimization more context-dependent.
Dr Andrew Lyttle: Biomechanics, Curiosity and the Science of Drag
Q: How did you first get interested in biomechanics and swimming research?
The guest describes a longstanding curiosity sparked by sport, an early interest in applying math and science to movement, and a clear pathway through a PhD focused on swimming biomechanics that emphasized drag and efficiency, leading to a career embedded in high-performance programs.
Charlotte O'Beirne: Mermaids, Confidence and Finding Your Place in the Water
Q: How do you balance high-performance training with inclusivity and safety for all ages?
She integrates sprinting, technique work, and endurance with a holistic view of health and aging, emphasizing rest, injury prevention, and body-aware training. The goal is to enable everyone to enjoy swimming while pursuing personal bests appropriate to their stage of life.
Charlotte O'Beirne: Mermaids, Confidence and Finding Your Place in the Water
Q: What inspired the creation of Swimming Women and its focus on female participants?
A personal moment of feeling unseen in mixed spaces and a desire to create a space where women could safely explore and grow in the water led to Swimming Women. The aim was to reduce judgment, provide clear progression, and foster community where mothers, retirees, and all levels of swimmers could belong.

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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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