How do you train to improve your swimming for Ironman triathlon?

In this episode, you’ll hear:

Why training for the swim is a different thought process, and physical process, to training for the run or bike

Why it’s your technique, not your fitness, holding you back in the water - especially if you’re from a run or bike background

How to structure your training for Ironman swimming

The three different types of swim session, and why the most important one changes over time

When to switch from ‘improving your stroke mechanics’ to ‘improving your swim fitness’

The three key drills that will improve the technique of almost EVERY swimmer

The key test set to measure your swim progress

Why you SHOULDN’T be doing long, continuous swims until very close to your goal race

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