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Essential Guide to Open-water Swimming
By on 18/11/2009 14:59:50
The idea of open-water swimming can be daunting, but once you get the hang of it, you'll wonder what all the fuss was about
If you've only ever swum in a pool, with its clear, clean water easily reachable sides and nicely arranged lanes, the idea of swimming outdoors in cold, choppy, unpredictable water can be unsettling. It's a perfectly rational feeling, but as a
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TW Relay Team: Alice's Swim Blog #4
By on 14/07/2011 12:30:00
Sometimes, the pool can feel just as cut-throat as the roughest open water swim.
Not an awful lot to report on the swimming front - I'm putting in the lengths, trying to count them without losing track (which seems to be much more difficult than it should) and trying to make those constant little improvements to my efficiency
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TW Relay Team: Alice's Swim Blog #2
By Alice Palmer on 21/06/2011 16:48:28
In which a GB swim coach teaches me that breathing is for wimps (sort of).
In one of many perks of my job, I was recently lucky enough to be offered private coaching with GB swim coach Ben Titley at Speedo HQ. Speedo UK's inner sanctum is tucked away in a quiet London suburb, and comes complete with swimming facilities we
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Swim Essentials
By on 08/12/2011 12:00:00
If you're looking to treat the triathlete in your life - or yourself - this Christmas, check out our pick of superlative swim essentials
and was an instant hit. secret behind great swimming is great technique. The Pro version not only records your laps, speed, distance and efficiency in the water, it also downloads your PC, allowing detailed analysis of your progress.Info: swimovate.comHow much? £129
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Swim Secrets
By Simon Murie on 31/03/2010 15:25:50
Taking to the open water can be daunting; here's how to feel at home
Most triathletes come from a running or biking background, so it's no surprise that the swim is usually the part of the race triathletes like least. Pool swimming generally poses few problems but taking to the open water is another matter
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Garmin Swim: Preview
By Annie Rice on 27/06/2012 12:00:00
Read our preview of Garmin's latest must-have gadget, the Garmin Swim
We have waited patiently for a Garmin training device tailored specifically for swimmers, now finally the wait is over. We are excited to provide a sneak preview for the new Garmin Swim. The global leader in satellite navigation has just announced
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Improve Your Swim Start
By Courtney Johnson on 09/03/2011 10:19:32
Hundreds of people, one starting point. What do you do?
It is normal to have mixed feelings about the swim portion of a triathlon. Even experienced triathletes can feel nervous about the washing machine-experience that is the swim start. But with the right guidance you can make a first-class start
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Swim Secrets (Preview)
By on 31/03/2010 15:36:48
Taking to the open water can be daunting; here's how to feel at home (non-subscriber preview)
Most triathletes come from a running or biking background, so it's no surprise that the swim is usually the part of the race triathletes like least. Pool swimming generally poses few problems but taking to the open water is another matter
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Ironman Switzerland 2009 Photos: Swim
By Little Sister and Mrs Funkin on 21/07/2009 13:01:28
The Pirate Ship Of Fools heads to Switzerland for another epic swim, bike and run
Many thanks to Little Sister and Mrs Funkin for these photos. Swim | Bike #1 | Bike #2 | Bike #3 | Bike #4 | Bike #5 | Bike #6 | Run #1 | Run #2 | Run #3 | Run #4 | Run #5 | Run #6 | Run #7 | Run #8 | Finish
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Swim Start: Eight Top Tips
By Courtney Johnson on 11/05/2012 13:00:00
Hundreds of people, one starting point. What should you do?
It is normal to have mixed feelings about the swim portion of a triathlon. Even experienced triathletes can feel nervous about the washing machine-experience that is the swim start. But with the right guidance you can make a first-class start.1
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