Tri Swim Coaching7 days ago1 minTaking on an endurance challenge - why wouldn't you?It is becoming well known that there are clear positive effects from undertaking an endurance challenge, as long as it is done right. It...
Tri Swim CoachingMay 233 minTriathlon's fourth discipline - TRANSITION for beginnersThe sport of triathlon is not only defined by swim bike and run. Transition can play a massive role in how you get on, whatever level of...
Ali HollestMay 162 minHow to prepare in the last two weeks before your triathlonHave you got a sense of nerves, angst and trepidation about what's upcoming....? You've done the hard work, the early morning swims, the...
Annie HollestApr 123 minTop tips for the plunge from pool to open water swimmingWith the open water and triathlon season now upon us, many you may be starting to think about the transition from pool swimming to open...
Ali HollestMar 102 minThere 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...
Annie HollestMar 13 minThreshold 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 HollestJan 273 minHow to overcome your fear of the waterHave 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...
Tri Swim CoachingDec 20, 20213 minWhat 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 CoachingNov 8, 20216 minOur client's journey to health and happinessIf 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...
steph341Oct 7, 20217 minRunning 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...
steph341Sep 14, 20213 minEnd of season training – RAPID: Reflect, Assess, Plan, Improve & DeliverIt’s that time of year again where you’re probably celebrating some good race results, whether that’s a good Age Group position, your...
Annie HollestAug 16, 20215 minAli's Top Tips for Race DayGeneral Triathlon Advice for Race Day Our triathlon training plans have been designed to get you physically prepared, but you may find...
Annie HollestJul 15, 20211 minHow to prevent becoming a one pace pony in the open waterWith 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 HollestJun 10, 20212 minLost 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 HollestNov 19, 20191 minWhat 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 HollestOct 23, 20192 minStep 5/5: Improve Your Swimming Fitness to swim fasterWould 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 HollestOct 10, 20192 minStep 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 HollestSep 25, 20192 minStep 3/5 to drastically improve your swimming stroke and speedStep 3) Increase your Stroke Rate Here's another catch fault I often see in my Video Analysis sessions - an overglide. This term refers...
Annie HollestSep 19, 20192 minStep 2/5 to drastically improve your swimming stroke and speedStep 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 HollestSep 11, 20193 minStep 1/5 to drastically improve your swimming stroke and speedStep 1) Minimise your drag by improving your body position in the water Here you can see the swimmer previously had low lying sinky legs...