Anna Moesch: The Massive Training Changes Behind Her Record-Breaking Freestyle Surge: Episode 308

Anna Moesch: The Massive Training Changes Behind Her Record-Breaking Freestyle Surge: Episode 308

Author: Social Kick July 25, 2026 Duration: 46:59
Elite swimmer Anna Moesch returns to the Social Kick podcast for episode 308 to break down her massive athletic leap over the past year, including winning an NCAA title in the 200 free and clocking a blistering 51-second 100 free. Join hosts Bryan Lundquist and John Mullen as they dive into Anna's behind-the-scenes training journey. Discover how she handles brutal altitude training blocks at the Olympic Training Center, incorporates high-aerobic volume to conquer late-race pain, and utilizes specific stroke and power rack drills to unlock elite front-end speed. Get a front-row seat to the daily culture of excellence at Virginia and learn what it takes to train alongside the best sprinters in the world.

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