- How to guidesAre you thinking about taking your first steps out of the pool and into the open-water? Here's everything you need to know to make sure your transition goes swimmingly, courtesy of our friends at Zone3 . Cold Water Think a swimming pool is cold? Well, the lake or river will be significantly colder. On a positive note, the more you swim outside...
- How to guidesWhatever your sport, swimming is a popular way to cross-train. It works muscle groups you might otherwise neglect, helps with your breathing and it's low impact so it can be a great way to stay active if you're suffering from an injury. We asked Speedo which two basic skills could help you to get the most from your workout. Front-crawl...
- How to guidesThinking about going for a dip? Here's how to prepare for open-water swimming in rivers, lakes and the sea. Open water swimming (OWS) also known as wild swimming is more than a fad. Due to the pandemic and closure of pools, more people than ever have taken to swimming outside. Outdoor Swimmer Magazine's 2021 survey estimates "...
- How to guidesA wetsuit is a very important part triathlon or open water swimming. It's not there only for warmth but to increase your comfort, speed and stamina. Using a cheap wetsuit which isn't designed for swimming and will slow you down in the water and make it much harder work. A lot of research, development and technology goes into swimming...
- How to guidesThe wetsuit you wear is designed to help improve and optimise your performance while you swim. That's why it essential to consider fit when buying your next wetsuit; size, feel and fit are areas you should concentrate on to really ensure you can swim with efficiency and comfort.