under you, with the front of your feet pushing into the floor. You can also try using short fin flippers once a week to work your quads, increase your flexibility and your awareness of your kick.If you're targeting an open-water race, you should prepare
The flailing arms and feet, churned-up water and apparent absence of all decorum that mark the beginning of an open-water swim can put new triathletes off.It's been a problem for newcomers to the sport for a long time, but race organisers have begun
Blueseventy Sprint wetsuitThe Sprint has been specifically designed for those starting out in triathlon who want a comfortable suit that will perform well. It focuses on warmth, comfort and buoyancy, each of which is important for first-time open-water
waist pack for mid-run relief.This petroleum-free, all natural stick fights blisters and chafing impressively well. Vitamin E nourishes skin while aloe moisturizes and softens while helping to heal open wounds. Combined, these two essentials can help
with essential nutrition advice on how to fuel and hydrate effectively to ensure you have enough energy to train hard and recover rapidly. We know that open-water swimming can be a terrifying part of triathlon, no matter how experienced you are, so we’ve put
great way to develop a feel for the water. When using them, keep your palm open and try to maintain the sensation of water running over your hand. These paddles are engineered for maximum resistance in water and used over time they will help to increase
-November at a retail price of £359 (£389 with HRM).What does it offer?For the swim: Designed for use in both open-water and in the pool. Water resistant to 50 metres. Extensive swim metrics, including swim distance, stroke count, swim efficiency and swim pace
months - or even years - improving your body position, streamlining, kick, hand-entry position and the ever-elusive 'catch' (see our Expert Advice panel, right) may also fail to produce the desired speed, especially in open water.Sure, you'll make some
bottle that you have not opened yourself. Do not use ice in your drinks and use bottled water when you brush your teeth. Avoid raw fruits and vegetables unless they are peeled or cleaned. Eat off clean plates and use clean cutlery. Avoid unpasteurised
'll be splashing about, prefer shoes with an open mesh that lets water in, but sheds it quickly too. "When water gets into a shoe with a lightweight mesh, like those made by Walsh or Inov-8 , the running action simply squeezes it back out," explains Freeman. "Fell
