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Open Water Swimming for Triathletes: Race-Day Tactics, Confidence & Smarter Swimming 🏊🌊

Open water swimming requires more than fitness. Discover practical triathlon swimming tactics covering race-day preparation, breathing control, warm-ups, drafting, sighting, currents and waves. Coach Ray shares advice for Ironman Florida, Challenge Wānaka, Ironman New Zealand and Mount Maunganui to help you swim confidently and conserve energy for the bike and run.

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Learn to Stay Calm in Open Water: Build Confidence for Your Triathlon Swim

Open-water swimming can feel very different from the pool. Learn how to stay calm, control your breathing and build confidence when conditions become challenging. With specific open-water practice, smart positioning and better race-day skills, you can manage anxiety, find your rhythm and enjoy a stronger, more confident triathlon swim.

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