Episode Details

For this episode, we welcomed back Neil Gyte to discuss his recent feat of swimming 22 miles with his brother in a cold Scottish lake. Quite an undertaking, to say the least, and I know you'll be fascinated with this conversation. 

What we discussed: 

• Brief overview of the swim challenge emphasizing the goal of demonstrating metabolic flexibility by using fat as a fuel source (1:58)
• His motivation for the challenge and how he prepared (4:58)
• Challenges he faced, including balancing training and recovery and low testosterone levels (20:09)
• Highlights of the race day experience, including the support boat and hourly stops for water and electrolytes (31:36)
• Post-race reflections and insights (41:37)
• His future plans and motivation to keep pushing boundaries and challenging himself (56:41)
• The importance of believing in yourself and making time for your goals and health (1:01:37)

Where to learn more: 

• Lomond Swim Challenge
• Instagram