10 Simple Tips to Improve Swimming Performance for Triathlon

1. Aim for efficiency. Don’t waste time trying to turn every triathlete into Kieren Perkins.
2. Swimming is a technique-based sport. Avoid the temptation to increase swimming volume before developing a good technique.
3. Work on the three “R’s” of swimming: Rhythm, Relaxation, Range
4. Teach accurate pacing and stroke counting as a matter of priority
5. Develop the triathlete’s efficiency in Band Only Pull.
6. In the early phases of teaching, emphasise breathing, Particularly Exhale.
7. For every lap swum with equipment, swim two laps without. Equipment is not a short cut.
8. Make sure your triathletes take a share of the lead in training and leave 5 – 10 seconds apart in their lane.
9. Work on flexibility in ankles and stability in abdominals and shoulder blades
10. Incorporate quality drills in every practice.

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