#180: From Tradition to 20.88: A New Way to Train?

About this episode

The episode explores innovative training methods that contributed to Cameron McEvoy's world record in the 50m freestyle.

We discuss the radical training behind the fastest man in the world. Sonny Trigg shares what he learned from spending time in Brisbane with Cameron McEvoy. Fresh from witnessing the build-up to McEvoy’s world record-breaking 50m freestyle (20.88), Sonny gives a unique behind-the-scenes look at a programme that’s turning traditional swim training on its head. We explore the relentless focus on marginal gains, the team and environment that support it, and the mindset shift that allowed McEvoy t...

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Host: Joe Malone

Guest: Sonny Trigg

Topics covered

• swimming
• training methods
• marginal gains
• sports performance
• world records

Keywords

• swimming
• training
• Cameron McEvoy
• Sonny Trigg
• world record
• 50m freestyle
• marginal gains

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Places: Brisbane

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