Social Kick • Swim Culture & Stories

E301 - The Secret to Josh Matheny's Breaststroke (And Why He Breathes Like That!) | Episode 302

Published: June 12, 2026

Duration: 1:00:24

Is Josh Matheny the happiest guy in professional swimming? We caught up with the rising USA breaststroke star after meeting him at the Beyond the Blocks Clinic in Ohio, and he did not disappoint!

In this episode of the Social Kick, Josh discusses his unique breaststroke technique—specifically answering the question everyone asks: Why does he open his mouth so wide when he breathes? Josh also opens up about his training philosophy at Indiana University, how he manages the brutal 200m Breaststroke, and the mental battles of breaking through times when you're stuck on a plateau. We al...