Greg Harper, from Cal Swimmer to Pro Triathlete on Kona, Training & Triathlon Truths | Ep. 271

Former Cal swimmer Greg Harper is now one of the best swimmers in triathlon — leading out the swim at the 2024 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships and chasing the Kona swim course record next year.

In Episode 271 of The Social Kick Podcast, Greg joins us to talk about his journey from NCAA swimming to pro triathlon, what triathletes often get wrong about swim training, and how fatherhood has changed his approach to training and racing.

We dive into:

• The biggest lessons from racing at the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona

• What swimmers need to know to make a successful jump into triathlon

• Greg’s unfiltered thoughts on triathlon culture, prize money, and sponsorships

• Whether it’s ever OK to wear a watch in swim workouts

• Hot takes on the Enhanced Games, the T100 Series, and the future of the sport

Known for his honesty and humor as a co-host on The Triathlon Hour, Greg brings the same energy here — mixing insight, candor, and a swimmer’s perspective on the multi-sport world.

Whether you’re a triathlete, swimmer, or just love a good endurance sports story, this episode’s for you.

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