Get ready for Ironman: Conquer the swim
You can’t win the race on an Ironman swim, but you can certainly lose it. Here’s how to prep – and quell your nerves – for the 3.8km starter on your 226km day of destiny.
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How to prepare for a non-wetsuit triathlon swim
When temperatures soar and water temperatures rise, there’s a chance your triathlon may be non-wetsuit. But what does this mean for you – and how can you make sure you perform to your best without your trusty wetsuit on?
How to tell if your swim has improved
Want to work out if your swimming has improved? Here’s a handy benchmark session to measure progress that all swimmers should be using.
Don’t let swimmer’s ear disrupt your training
The more you can avoid common and uncomfortable ailments, the better your triathlon season will go. Here’s how to dodge swimmer’s ear…
How to master open water swimming on race day
Gaining the edge in a triathlon swim isn’t all about speed. Here are 10 tips you need to know to improve your open water skills that you can implement today.
The most important body parts to keep warm when swimming
If you want to perform at your best in the water, you need to keep warm. Here, Professor Mike Tipton highlights the body parts that it’s most important to insulate
How to start swimming as a beginner
It can be daunting to start swimming as a complete beginner, but absolutely not impossible. With the right guidance, knowledge, and determination, you can become a confident and competent swimmer.
How much swimming should triathletes do?
Tri coach Philip Hatzis considers the optimum number and duration of swim sessions a triathlete should do per week, to guarantee the most gains in the least time so they train smarter, not harder
Why do I feel out of breath when I swim in a wetsuit?
Find it difficult to breathe when you swim in a wetsuit? It could be due to a number of factors says John Wood
How to fix an asymmetrical pull in swimming
Improving your pull and balancing your swim stroke will increase your propulsion in the water, explains swimming coach Andrew Sheaff
The best (and hardest!) way to improve kicking skill
Strengthen your freestyle kick with this simple yet effective tool, explains swimming coach Andrew Sheaff
How to develop faster swim skills with contrast training
Contrast training and using aids can be a powerful way to improve your swim skills, faster. Swimming coach to the pros Andrew Sheaff explains why…
What’s the fastest swimming stroke?
Ever wondered what the fastest swim stroke is to help propel you in the water? Andrew Sheaff looks at the four options and provides a winner…
How to find the best arm recovery for your swim
There isn’t a one-size-fits-all option for arm recovery so how do you find the best one for you? Andrew Sheaff explains…
How to swim backstroke: Expert tips from Olympic gold medallist Lenny Krayzelburg
You may not need it for racing triathlon but swimming backstroke in training is a great way to keep sessions interesting. And who better to show you how best to swim it than four-time Olympic gold medallist, Lenny Krayzelburg
What breathing pattern should I use in the swim?
Knowing when and how often to breathe can make a huge difference to your swim performance. Andrew Sheaff shows you how to find the best way for you
A complete guide to sea swimming
The sea is nature’s greatest swimming pool – and features in many of the world’s best triathlons. But if you’re new to oceanic adventures, it can be daunting. Here’s how to feel at home…
When should you isolate specific swim skills?
Isolated drills can really help you feel the key skills you want to develop. Swim coach Andrew Sheaff explains more…
How to improve your swim pull without working on your pull
The key to correcting your swim pull is not with the arms, says coach Andrew Sheaff. And he has the video sessions to prove it…
Should I focus on my swim skills or my swim fitness?
It’s a common question for swim coach Andrew Sheaff, but the answer, he says, depends on the situation…
When does swimming more often make sense?
How often should you swim? It’s a common question, but the answer isn’t simply ‘more’, as US swim coach Andrew Sheaff explains…
How to pick the best swim drills for you
Struggling to know which swim drills to do in training? Are some better than others? Andrew Sheaff has the answers to make sure every session counts
A simple strategy to help maintain your swim skills in races
While maintaining consistent speed and pace is key to a strong race swim, you also need to maintain excellent skills. Here’s how…
How to find the right body position in the swim
Triathletes come in all shapes and sizes, so Andrew Sheaff is here to help you figure out and find the best body position for you…
