EP108: Emma Gage (World Record Holder)

University of Staffordshire's Performing Under Pressure Podcast · Apr 23, 2026 · 1h 17m

Emma Gage is a Sport Psychologist In-Training and a World Record holder in Masters Swimming. Emma completed her MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Staffordshire in 2025 and is also the owner of SwimWod.

In a varied episode, Emma tells hosts Dr Paul Mansell and Dr Karla Drew how she went from being a national medalist as a young swimmer to winning world titles in the masters division and being a finalist at the Olympic trials after a 10 year break. Emma describes the psychological skills that she has used to facilitate her performance, such as the moments immediately…