{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#425 : Secrets To Fast Freestyle with Steph Clutterbuck","description":"In this episode, we sit down with professional triathlete Steph Clutterbuck to break down the real secrets behind efficient freestyle swimming. Instead of grinding harder in the water, Steph explains how better technique\u2014especially rotation, body position, and connection\u2014can dramatically improve your speed. We dive into why many swimmers struggle with a flat, disconnected stroke and how that leads to wasted energy. Steph shares practical tips on how to stay long in the water, engage your core, and create a smoother, more powerful stroke. If you\u2019re stuck at a plateau or feel like swimming faster requires exhausting effort, this episode will completely change your approach. 0:11 \u2013 Introduction Overview of freestyle technique and common mistakes swimmers make 0:20 \u2013 Why swimmers struggle to get faster. 1:10 \u2013 The problem with swimming \u201cflat\u201d. 2:10 \u2013 Why a flat stroke wastes energy. 3:15 \u2013 Importance of body rotation. 4:20 \u2013 Timing and coordination. 5:30 \u2013 Catch vs whole stroke. 6:40 \u2013 Staying long in the water. 7:45 \u2013 Using your core in freestyle. 9:00 \u2013 Common beginner mistakes recap. 10:10 \u2013 How to swim faster with less effort? ","author_name":"The Effortless Swimming Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/effortlessswimming.com","html":"