5 things I wish I knew before my first triathlon swim

Опубликовано: 20 Сентябрь 2026
на канале: Tri Coaching Finland
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Before your first triathlon swim, there are 5 things you should know! Watch this video for essential tips on triathlon training and swim techniques.
Many swimmers feel strong in the pool but struggle to transfer that technique to open water. In this video, I’ll give you practical, experience-based tips to help you stay calm, swim straighter, and save energy when it really counts.

We’ll cover:

#1 How to face your fear and deal with open water anxiety
#2 Why swimming fast in the wrong direction won’t help your race
#3 The importance of training like you race — no shortcuts
#4 How to swim smart, not hard, and save energy for the bike and run
#5 Why the swim might be short, but it's still crucial to your race day success

If you're nervous about your swim, this video will help you feel more prepared — and maybe even start to enjoy open water swimming.

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