My Shoulder Hurts When I Swim Freestyle
I recently asked the My Triathlon Swim community to share their biggest challenge, when it comes to swimming freestyle. I received some great responses. (A…
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Technique
Should I cup my hands when I swim?
One fairly common question I get from beginner triathletes is, “Should I cup my hand when I pull underwater?” This is a fair question. It…
My Number One Technique Tip
Body position is crucially important for triathlon swimmers. By finding the right body position, it’s possible to swim faster and with less energy…and that is…
Reach Through, Not Over, the Water
Effective swim coaches are have a plethora of analogies at their disposal. Drawing from the “dry world” can be an excellent way to communicate a…
A Good Set to Practice Buoy-Spotting
Here’s a good set to help practice spotting the buoy during race day. If you are training in a 25 yard/meter pool: Swim 4-6 x…
Practice Bilateral Breathing
Most swimmers have a natural breathing side — normally the side of the dominant (writing) hand, but not always. It’s fine to exclusively breathe to…