That Triathlon Show Case study: From Blowing Up on a 250 m Swim to Prospective 70.3 Worlds Qualifier | EP#135
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Jun 25, 2018 Brett Amos, an Australian age-group triathlete, shares his inspiring journey from struggling in his initial swim to aspiring for the 70.3 Worlds. He discusses the vital role of swim video analysis and training with a squad, which transformed his performance. Brett reflects on balancing training with family life, using 'invisible training' to fit workouts into his busy schedule. He offers valuable tips to age-groupers looking to improve, emphasizing the importance of structured coaching and consistent practice in achieving significant progress.
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Brett's Tough Swim Debut
- Brett blew up after swimming 50 meters in his first 250m swim triathlon race.
- He struggled to keep up until he later improved by joining a swim squad and getting coached.
Use Swim Video Analysis
- Get a swim video analysis to identify and fix technique flaws.
- Simple drills from a swim coach can significantly improve your pace and form.
Joining Swim Squad Boosted Speed
- Brett was intimidated joining a swim squad because he swam much slower than others.
- After overcoming fears, consistent squad swimming helped him drop to 1:35-1:40 per 100m pace.
