Episode 62 : Triathlon 101: A Beginner's Guide to Triathlon - Need to Be a Good Swimmer?
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Episode 62 : Triathlon 101: A Beginner's Guide to Triathlon - Need to Be a Good Swimmer?
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For many aspiring triathletes, the swim is the single biggest barrier to getting started. In this episode of Triathlon 101, Coach Justin addresses one of the most common questions he hears: Do you need to be a good swimmer to do a triathlon? The answer may surprise you. This episode breaks down the difference between swimming fear and swimming skill, explains why open water feels so intimidating compared to the pool, and explores how wetsuits, buoyancy, and race-day rules make the swim far more accessible for beginners than most people realize. Justin also outlines what “good enough” swimming actually looks like in sprint and Olympic-distance triathlons and walks through a practical, step-by-step progression for building comfort and confidence in the water. If fear of the swim has been holding you back from signing up, this episode is designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Here is a tutorial on the Side stroke or side crawl swim stroke:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgJxHQE9TPs
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Coach Katie: www.Fuel2Run.com
Coach Justin: www.TabulaRasaRacing.com
Podcast Email: theenduranceathletejourney@gmail.com