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I have recently registered for my first sprint-distance Triathlon and am concerned about the swim portion (800 meters) as I have never swam that far. I have just begun to take a structured course through our local YMCA. I feel that I have learned the basics but am still struggling with being very out of breath after 50 meters. I normally breath on a 4 count but am still gasping for breath as I complete my first 50m. Any tips?? |
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There was a similar discussion here:
In general, just keep at it. It will get better. My husband at the start of triathlon season last year (early spring 2010) could not swim 50 m straight without resting. It was a lot of 25s for him. But he kept at it and signed up for Masters Swimming in June and now he can swim a good 800-1000 straight. The other thing is that in a triathlon race, you will probably be wearing a wetsuit, which will help you float (or will you be wearing one? Maybe, maybe not?) Well, regardless, even if you don't have a wetsuit, you can always stop and just float for a few moments and catch your breath. You don't have to swim it straight with no rests. You can rest in the middle of the race any time you want. Good luck! |
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Hi Jeff, as Sheila said: Don't give up. When I started three years ago my 50m times were to embarassing to be mentioned here (although I finished a marathon that year). After a few months I could do 500m meters (alive) then 1000m (still alive). My suggestions:
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Just curious if joining a swim group or taking lessons would be a good thing? It likely is but mainly swim for exercise and triathlon training, not particularly a competitor. |
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Many Masters programs work with triathletes (mine does) and there are also triathlon clubs that offer swim workouts. I 100% guarantee you that going to organized swim workouts will improve your fitness and your triathlon swim. My 1 year anniversary of attending Masters swimming is next week. Best decision I ever made. (I am a triathlete.) |
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When I have new triathaletes come to my swim group I always start them with 10x50's on a 1:30 base. Usually that gives them between 15-25 seconds rest for a 50, which should be enough. So numbers 1-5 are okay 6-8 hurt like crazy and after 9 and 10 the swimmer wants to puke. The trick is to push past that pain barrier and make yourself not only finish, but go on the time. If you do this set a bunch and it gets easy, take the time down so you get less rest. If you start to get faster, great, take the time down so you get less rest. This is a great test set just to see where you're at. |
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