Distance Freestyle
Katie Ledecky
7x Olympic Gold Medalist
Biography
Katie Ledecky is widely regarded as the greatest female distance swimmer of all time. Her dominance in the 400m, 800m, and 1500m freestyle events is unparalleled in the modern era.
Career Highlights
Olympic Golds
7
World Records
14
World Championships
21 Gold Medals
Best Event
800m Freestyle
Preferred Gear
TYR Venzo Genesis
Racing SuitPreferred for major competitions due to excellent compression and flexibility for distance events
Speedo Vanquisher 2.0
Training GogglesReliable fit and comfort for high-volume training sessions
TYR Catalyst Paddles
Training EquipmentBuilds strength while maintaining proper stroke mechanics
Training Philosophy
- 1
Focus on consistent pacing throughout distance sets
- 2
Build aerobic base with high-volume training
- 3
Practice race-pace work regularly to maintain speed
- 4
Emphasize technique efficiency to reduce energy waste
- 5
Include strength training for core stability