That Triathlon Show

Q&A on swim training | EP#377

Feb 13, 2023

01:21:46

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Q&A on Scientific Triathlon Podcast - Jack Uh I Enjoyed This Episode and I Learned Something

03:09

The Stroke Rate Test Set

02:41

Using a Three-Point Critical Speed or Critical Power Test

04:53

Introduction

3min

Swimming in a Wetsuit Is a Good Idea

2min

Swimming Shorts

2min

Swimming in the Open Water

2min

Swimming in the Pool on Race Day?

2min

What Is the Minimum of Training for the Zen Eight?

2min

Swimming Slow in Zones One or Two?

2min

Do You Have a Hypoxic Training Plan?

3min

Increasing Stroke Rate in Triathlon Is a Good Thing

2min

10.

The Stroke Rate Test Set

3min

11.

Is the Tempo Trainer Really Helpful?

2min

12.

Flexibility Mobility Training for Triathletes

3min

13.

Triathlon Swim Training

2min

14.

Triathlon Swim Coaches Should Know How to Get Better at Swimming Um

3min

15.

Is It a Hindrance or a Benefit of a Triathlon Program?

2min

16.

Triathlete Training

3min

17.

What Should Be Done Differently Between Triathletes and Swimmers?

3min

18.

Doing the Drills Right Is a Good Thing to Do in the Open Water

3min

19.

Using a Three-Point Critical Speed or Critical Power Test

5min

20.

Swimming in Choppy Conditions

3min

21.

Strength Training for Triathlons

2min

22.

Strength Training With Stretch Cord Elastic Bands

5min

23.

How Do You Measure Your Heart Rate When Running?

2min

24.

Do You Have a Problem With Your Breathing Technique?

3min

25.

The CSS and the Longer Reps - Is That a Good Start?

2min

26.

Work to Rest Ratios in Swimming and Biking

2min

27.

Do You Know When to Leave the Draft During Racing?

2min

28.

Swimming as Cross Training for the Bike and the Run Um

2min

29.

The Benefits of the Bike and the Run

2min

30.

How to Measure Heart Rate in Swimming

2min

31.

Triathlon Swimming - Video Analysis Is Not Necessary

3min

32.

Q&A on Scientific Triathlon Podcast - Jack Uh I Enjoyed This Episode and I Learned Something

3min

Mikael and Jack Hutchens answer listener questions on the topic of swim training for triathlon.

IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT:

-Training to translate pool swimming to open water swimming

-Training strategies for 1- to 2-mile open water swim races

-Differences between training for pool swimming and triathlon swimming

-Critical Swim Speed testing protocols and application

-Is using buoyancy shorts a good idea or a crutch to be avoided?

-How to swim easy enough on your easy days

-Flexibility training and strength training for swimming performance

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