Cardiovascular Endurance
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The secret pool workout that predicts open water race success
Key Points to remember As an open water swim coach, I firmly believe that mastering the swim leg is absolutely critical for both elite and amateur triathlon success. While open water conditions present unique challenges compared to pool environments, there is valuable predictive insight that can be gleaned from a particular pool-based lactate testing protocol.…
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How to build cardiovascular endurance for long swims
Embarking on our normal Wednesday “Endurance Daze” swim in Bay off South Melbourne Beach, I found myself reflecting on a crucial aspect of open water swimming – cardiovascular endurance. This contemplation isn’t just a swimmer’s musing; it’s a vital element in my weekly routine, which includes not only open water swims but also two 90-minute…
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