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Your ability to transfer what you do in the pool into open water will determine how successful you are on race day.

The fundamental principles we discuss in the technique and fitness sections apply to both the pool and open water. But there are subtle adjustments that you must make and practice in the open water to ensure success on race day. I hope you find something here that helps you!

~ Rory 

My most recent open water posts

Wetsuit Tips For Open Water Swimming

Swimming in a wetsuit can feel very different to swimming without one. Here are 5 tips to help you get the most out of your wetsuit.

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How To Swim Straight In Open Water

It’s not always the fastest swimmer that finishes first but the swimmer who swims the best line on line! Here’s how to swim straight in open water…

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How To Stop A Triathlon Swim Panic Attack On Race Day

Open Water Swim Panic Attacks is one of the biggest reasons why triathletes fail to convert their speed from the pool to open water.

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How To Prevent An Open Water Swim Panic Attack Before You Race

Open Water Swim Panic Attacks is one of the biggest reasons why triathletes fail to convert their speed from the pool to open water. Here’s how you can…

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Open Water Swimming Tip: Six Culprits Of Slow Open Water Times

There are SIX main culprits that cause us to swim slower in open water than in the pool. Four of them are in our direct control, two of them are not….

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