Advanced Swimming Performance Podcast
The aim of this podcast is to help coaches, performance specialists, and rehabilitation clinicians improve their methodologies based on the latest advancements in swimming-related research.
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ASP 014: Using the Pain Scale in Swimmers
12/30/2016
ASP 014: Using the Pain Scale in Swimmers
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss hypoxic training. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni's work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. ASP 014: Using the 'Pain Scale' in Swimmers: Is a swimmers pain longer than 72 hours? Is the pain traveling? Knowing the difference between soreness and pain Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources for ASP 014: Using the 'Pain Scale' in Swimmers: [PDF] Thanks for Listening to ASP 014: Using the 'Pain Scale' in Swimmers! Thanks for joining me for this episode. If you want to learn more about dry-land for swimmers please check out If you want to learn more about Dr. John Mullen and his performance center check out If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Say Thanks to Jenni! If you enjoyed this podcast, learned something, or have a question for Jenni, you can contact her via .
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ASP 013: Does Strength Training Improve Swimming Performance?
12/21/2016
ASP 013: Does Strength Training Improve Swimming Performance?
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss hypoxic training. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni's work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. In Does Strength Training Improve Swimming Performance you'll learn: Strength Training for Swimming When to begin strength training for swimming Does strength training improve swimming performance? Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links and Resources for Does Strength Training Improve Swimming Performance?: Thanks for Listening to Does Strength Training Improve Swimming Performance?! Thanks for joining me for this episode. If you want to learn more about dry-land for swimmers please check out If you want to learn more about Dr. John Mullen and his performance center check out If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. Say Thanks to Jenni! If you enjoyed this podcast, learned something, or have a question for Jenni, you can contact her via .
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ASP 012 Is Hypoxic Training Helpful for Swimming?
11/30/2016
ASP 012 Is Hypoxic Training Helpful for Swimming?
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss hypoxic training. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni's work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. In "Is Hypoxic Training Helpful for Swimming?" you'll learn: What is Hypoxic Training? What are the benefits and risks of Hypoxic Training? How to safely incorporate Hypoxic Training Links and Resources for Hypoxic Training: THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks for joining me for this episode. If you want to learn more about dry-land for swimmers please check out If you want to learn more about Dr. John Mullen and his performance center check out If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. SAY THANKS TO JENNI! If you enjoyed this podcast, learned something, or have a question for Jenni, you can contact her via .
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ASP011 Detailed Dolphin Kick Debate
11/23/2016
ASP011 Detailed Dolphin Kick Debate
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I have a detailed discussion about the Dolphin Kick. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni's work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative.
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ASP 010: The Ultimate Conversation on Sleep and Performance
11/11/2016
ASP 010: The Ultimate Conversation on Sleep and Performance
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I have a conversation about the importance of sleep and how it affects performance. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative.
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ASP009 High-Intensity Training or High Volume Training for Swimmers
11/09/2016
ASP009 High-Intensity Training or High Volume Training for Swimmers
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss high-intensity training or high-volume training for swimmers. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni's work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. In High-Intensity Interval Training or High-Volume Training for Swimmers you'll learn: Links and Resources from High-Intensity Interval Training or High-Volume Training for Swimmers: THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks for joining me for this episode. If you want to learn more about dry-land for swimmers please check out If you want to learn more about Dr. John Mullen and his business please check out If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. SAY THANKS TO JENNI! If you enjoyed this podcast, learned something, or have a question for Jenni, you can contact her via .
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ASP006-_Shoulder_Pain-_Strengthening_Flexibility.wav
11/04/2016
ASP006-_Shoulder_Pain-_Strengthening_Flexibility.wav
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss shoulder pain. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. IN SHOULDER PAIN-STRENGTHENING, FLEXIBILITY, OR SOMETHING ELSE YOU’LL LEARN: The rotator cuff is made up of four muscles that provide stability for the glenohumeral joint (the head of the humerus joint connects to glenoid fossa) that supports structure for shoulder movement. The rotator cuff tends to be injured frequently so it is important to strengthen to prevent injury. Deep course stabilities should be activated and the mid trap and lat are underactive during stroke cycle. They should be the main force creators. Understanding the muscles that are the prime movers and the muscles that are the supporters when it comes to rotator cuff issues. Posture should be a concern at an early age especially in warm ups and continue to be a main focus in strokes. Bad posture always negatively supports rotating positions causing more dragging.
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ASP008: Training Challenges in Multi-Season Aquatic Athletes
11/02/2016
ASP008: Training Challenges in Multi-Season Aquatic Athletes
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss training challenges in multi-season aquatic athletes. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni's work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. In Training Challenges in Multi-Season Aquatic Athletes You'll Learn: The difficulties for swim coaches when dealing with multi-sport aquatic swimmers. How to balance multi-sports with swimmers. Risks of doing multiple sports. Risks of only swimming. Links and Resources from Training Challenges in Multi-Season Aquatic Athletes: THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks for joining me for this episode. If you want to learn more about dry-land for swimmers please check out If you want to learn more about Dr. John Mullen and his business please check out If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of the post. SAY THANKS TO JENNI! If you enjoyed this podcast, learned something, or have a question for Jenni, you can contact her via .
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ASP007: Jump Squats for Turn Performance
10/26/2016
ASP007: Jump Squats for Turn Performance
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss adapting jump squats for turn performance. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. IN ADAPTING JUMP SQUATS FOR SWIMMING TURN PERFORMANCE YOU’LL LEARN: A jump squat with streamline as a progression is an effective way to get into the habit of dryland training mimicking sports related movement. Starting good habits at a young age is very important! The difference with jump training translating into an open turn is pressing off on one side, which is more of a turning component. A linear jump incorporating lateral jumping ensures no knees caving in, but still having glute activation for jump sequencing.
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ASP005: Distance Pacing Strategies
10/10/2016
ASP005: Distance Pacing Strategies
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss if an ideal swimming start style exists. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. IN DISTANCE PACING STRATEGIES YOU’LL LEARN: Paying attention to the physiological makeup of the athlete is important because not every athlete is built to be a distance athlete. Those that are can manipulate some variables in training. In order to create a library of strategies, we have to learn about the different energy systems of the body and how they react to the different types of training. Does trajectory impact pacing strategy? Accidentally creating a corrective strategy into pacing impacts distance strategy. Even or negative pacing strategy is best for most athletes in distance oriented swim races. Improving biomechanics throughout the race is effective and healthier for the athlete. Proper muscular activation when the body is already tired should be incorporated in training as well as dryland training.
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ASP004: Does an Ideal Start Style Exist
09/30/2016
ASP004: Does an Ideal Start Style Exist
This episode of the features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss if an ideal swimming start style exists. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. IN DOES AN IDEAL SWIMMING START STYLE EXIST YOU’LL LEARN: Start trajectories are huge! They should be considered at a young age due to the development of motor learning principles. Not a lot of start work is put in before meets. More exercises aimed at start work should be incorporated in dryland training. Starts are plyometric movements. The body needs to adapt, to train a certain way, and to react to sudden stress. Increasing anxiety and fear during practice as simulations are recommended to improve performance under pressure. An ideal start is customized for every swimmer based off intrinsic skills and body types. It is the coach’s job to maximize the swimmer’s performance.
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ASP003: Why "Swimmers Shoulder" is on the Rise
09/23/2016
ASP003: Why "Swimmers Shoulder" is on the Rise
This episode of the Advanced Swimming Performance Podcast features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss why “swimmers shoulder” is on the rise. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. IN WHY “SWIMMERS SHOULDER” IS ON THE RISE YOU’LL LEARN: Many swimmers have learned to accept shoulder pain and they don’t seek treatment. Many rely on pain medication for temporary relief. Coaches should incorporate more simple, corrective movements for the posterior rotator cuff to balance excessive eccentric forces and internal rotations. A lack of dryland training or incorrect dryland training may be a contribution to swimmer injuries due to time limitations and the insufficient support for the different cycles of stroke stages. Coaches that are working with different age groups should recognize the different areas of development. Swimmers of different age groups may require different types of exercises and different areas of emphasis.
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ASP002: Educating and Introductory Kinematics and How It Impacts Coaching
09/09/2016
ASP002: Educating and Introductory Kinematics and How It Impacts Coaching
This episode of the Advanced Swimming Performance Podcast features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss coaching practices and analyzing performances. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. IN SPORT SCIENCE IN SWIMMING YOU’LL LEARN: How studying biomechanics is applicable to a regular practice schedule along with accessibility and cost. If coaches had the expectation of having access to video technology to improve their teams, then they can also count on having that data to help medical professionals analyze the injuries in order to improve the rehabilitation for their athletes. All ages should have access to this new technology and not just Olympic athletes. Performance analysis can easily be viewed and improved. Coaches are integral to swimmer success so having that accessibility to coach education along with visuals can be a great way to have more incorporation best practices when it comes to coaching. There is definitely a huge interest so having accessibility and visuals makes coach education seem less intimidating.
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ASP001: Coaching Practices and Analyzing Performance
08/29/2016
ASP001: Coaching Practices and Analyzing Performance
This episode of the Advanced Swimming Performance Podcast features co-host Jenni Brozena. Jenni and I discuss coaching practices and analyzing performances. Jenni Brozena is the Owner and Lead Sport Scientist of Aqueous, an international organization providing elite aquatic wellness through accessible sport science for training preparation, performance, and rehabilitation of aquatic athletes. Jenni works with healthcare systems and large-scale athletic teams to utilize applied sport science for biomechanics, performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation services for swimmers triathletes, water, water polo players, rowers, and kayakers. Jenni’s work has been accepted at the International Symposium for Biomechanics & Medicine in Swimming, the International Symposium on 3D Human Movement, and she has been a leader within the International Society of Swim Coaching, US Masters Swimming Sports Medicine Committee, and Medical Fitness Association where she supports the Exercise Is Medicine initiative. IN COACHING PRACTICES AND ANALYZING PERFORMANCES YOU’LL LEARN: The cost and accessibility of the equipment for doing video analysis is the biggest problems with the teams and coaches that are trying to improve their biomechanics. If coaches had the expectation of having access to video technology to improve their teams, then they can also count on having that data to help medical professionals analyze the injuries in order to improve the rehabilitation for their athletes There’s a lot of research showing that swimming biomechanics are the number one contributor to swimming success. We are still so inefficient in the water there’s so much we can improve and analyze. Coaches are integral to swimmer success so having that accessibility to coach education along with visuals can be a great way to have more incorporation best practices when it comes to coaching. There is definitely a huge interest so having accessibility and visuals makes coach education seem less intimidating.
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