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Top tips for the plunge from pool to open water swimming
With the open water and triathlon season now upon us, many you may be starting to think about the transition from pool swimming to open...
Annie Hollest
Apr 12, 20223 min read
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There is no magic pill....
...Consistency is key! Working and living in the triathlon world we are fully aware that for most people (but not all) coming into the...
Ali Hollest
Mar 10, 20222 min read
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Threshold Training in Swimming...for Dummies ;-)
If you resonated with my 'One Pace Pony' article a while back, then you need to read this and take action! Or if you hit the pool with no...
Annie Hollest
Mar 1, 20223 min read
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How to overcome your fear of the water
Have you had a bad experience in the water? Are you scared of putting your face in the pool? Do you feel like you just sink? Would you...
Annie Hollest
Jan 27, 20223 min read
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What is simulated altitude training and how does it benefit me as a triathlete?
Why train at altitude? Training at altitude is used by athletes from a wide range of sports, and studies have shown it may enhance...
Tri Swim Coaching
Dec 20, 20213 min read
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Our client's journey to health and happiness
If you’re thinking of embarking on a lifestyle change then this blog should give you some inspiration. We had a chat with Matt Taylor, a...
Tri Swim Coaching
Nov 8, 20216 min read
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Running through the winter months - embrace it!
Everyone has their own unique goals when it comes to running. For some of us, it’s a real struggle to put those trainers on, for others...
steph341
Oct 7, 20217 min read
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End of season training – RAPID: Reflect, Assess, Plan, Improve & Deliver
It’s that time of year again where you’re probably celebrating some good race results, whether that’s a good Age Group position, your...
steph341
Sep 14, 20213 min read
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Ali's Top Tips for Race Day
General Triathlon Advice for Race Day Our triathlon training plans have been designed to get you physically prepared, but you may find...
Annie Hollest
Aug 16, 20215 min read
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How to prevent becoming a one pace pony in the open water
With such great weather around or difficulty getting lane space in the pool you may be currently just swimming open water. It’s easy to...
Annie Hollest
Jul 15, 20211 min read
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Lost your mojo? Here's how to get it back!
While dragging myself out for a run recently, it occurred to me that I'm not the only one dropping my fitness ball from time to time. So...
Annie Hollest
Jun 10, 20212 min read
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What can we do better?
If you've recently attended one of our coaching sessions then you're a valuable client and we want to provide you with an even better...
Annie Hollest
Nov 19, 20191 min read
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Step 5/5: Improve Your Swimming Fitness to swim faster
Would you like to really increase your swimming speed and join the fast lane? Technique is only one part of the triad in improving your...
Annie Hollest
Oct 23, 20192 min read
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Step 4/5: Improve Your Pacing Awareness to avoid the '100m hump'
If you've ever completed a swimming or triathlon race, you'll likely to have experienced what I call the 'hundred hump'. This is when...
Annie Hollest
Oct 10, 20192 min read
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Step 3/5 to drastically improve your swimming stroke and speed
Step 3) Increase your Stroke Rate Here's another catch fault I often see in my Video Analysis sessions - an overglide. This term refers...
Annie Hollest
Sep 25, 20192 min read
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Step 2/5 to drastically improve your swimming stroke and speed
Step 2) Increase your pulling power! Here's a catch fault I see in my Video Analysis sessions all the time - a straight arm pull through....
Annie Hollest
Sep 19, 20192 min read
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Improve Your Body Position in Swimming: How to Reduce Drag and Swim Faster
Swim Coaching Oxfordshire Step 1: Minimise Your Drag by Improving Your Body Position in the Water One of the biggest breakthroughs you...
Annie Hollest
Sep 11, 20193 min read
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Step 1/5 to drastically improve your swimming stroke and speed
Step 1) Minimise your drag by improving your body position in the water Here you can see the swimmer previously had low lying sinky legs...
Annie Hollest
Sep 11, 20193 min read
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Last Minute Blenheim Tri Race Day Tips
Completing your first triathlon at Blenheim? Race day fast approaching? Here’s some tips for the final couple of weeks leading up to the...
Annie Hollest
May 20, 20196 min read
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Triathlon Coaching for Mums in Their 40s: How Jo Went from Super Sprint to Ironman
Looking for inspiration to kickstart your triathlon journey? Meet Jo – a busy mum of three who went from no exercise to completing half...
Annie Hollest
Mar 22, 20193 min read
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