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Swimming and Triathlon Training – Is it all about the speed?

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My first (and only) 8k swim I have always thought that I’ve been a good long distance swimmer with decent stroke mechanics. My swim stroke was videotaped in the pool showing my technique both above and below the water and although there were some minor issues, I thought my mechanics were pretty good. I typically finish middle or top of the pack in most triathlons and in the pool my times have been pretty much the same over the past few years. I am definitely not the fastest when swimming 25’s and 50 sprints in the pool with other swimmers, I don’t sprint well and I don’t like to do it. In fact, people who have worse form than me, most times, beat me at the shorter distances like 25’s and 50’s. This would frustrate most people but I understand my body and understand what I can and can’t do. I don’t sprint well period! I could however swim forever without becoming fatigued because I swim efficient. When I come out of the water in a triathlon I feel as if I had a good warm u...

Swim Coaching Clinics with Coach Cyndee

IMPROVE YOUR SWIM WITH COACH CYNDEE’S SWIM CLINICS What does it involve? One month of intense swim training. Learning technique and building endurance and learning to become a better swimmer. If you just want to learn to swim for fitness or want to complete your first triathlon I can help you! You will meet with Coach Cyndee for one hour two times a week. You will be provided 3-4 swim workouts to complete on days you do not meet with Coach Cyndee. If you follow the outlined program you are guaranteed to become a better swimmer in one month. You will also get a free Coach Cyndee t-shirt and visor! Who can join? I coach anyone who wants to be a better swimmer or learn to swim. If you want to improve your technique or learn technique I can help. I can also help if you don’t know how to swim at all. You don’t need any experience. Each session is limited to 4 people so you will get individualized attention. How much does it cost? The one month program will consist of 8-one hour sessions, an...