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Unlocking Speed: Mastering the PDLC Method for Triathlon Swimming with Joe Friel


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Today, I have the pleasure of chatting with Joe Friel, an exceptional endurance sports coach, renowned for his expertise in triathlon and cycling. Not only is Joe a highly respected coach, but he’s also an accomplished author, having written multiple books, including his most popular work, the Triathlete’s Training Bible. In this episode, we will discuss swimming techniques, including the PDLC method for improving skills, the 5-2 training methodology, and many more. Tune in now!

03:41 What stands out in people’s swimming skills when working with them in person?

06:54 What is a PDLC method? How does it contribute to swimmers becoming faster?
20:18 Open water swimmers don’t swim the same way pool swimmers do.
28:08 Going back to the fundamentals
34:08 Could you explain the 5-2 training concept and its origin?
42:15 What mental advice would you give someone transitioning from the 40s and 50s into the 60s and 70s?
52:43 What has recently piqued your curiosity?
56:24 Current projects and where to find your books and learn more about you?

Training Plans:

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Effortless SwimmingBy Brenton Ford