E282 - Skyler Smith: Breaststroke, Confidence & Racing In-Season Ep. 283
Published: January 30, 2026
Duration: 1:05:08
Skyler Smith is swimming some of the best races of her career — right now.
In this episode of Social Kick, the UNC senior and U.S. National Team pool member opens up about finding momentum, building confidence, and racing fast without waiting for the perfect taper. From dropping personal bests at the Pro Swim Series to navigating NCAA pressure and setbacks, Skyler shares what it actually takes to stay dangerous across a long season.
This conversation goes deep into breaststroke — how it works for her body, why technique myths persist, and what matters most when raci...