​ For triathletes in Surrey and Hampshire (Ages 25-55), the "sharpening" phase isn't just about swimming faster—it's about holding your technique together when the heart rate climbs. ​At Speedy Swimming, we don’t just drill; we build an Endurance Engine. If you’re targeting a 70.3, T100, or Olympic PB, your "Long Axis" is your greatest asset. ​The Speedy Technique Breakdown: 🔹 Long Axis Hip-Snap: We move away from "shoulder rolling" and focus on core-driven rotation to 45 de

Your stroke can feel right and still be costing you speed. That's one of the most interesting things about swimming technique. You can finish a session feeling relaxed, strong and convinced that your stroke was working well — then watch the video and see something completely different. That's because swimming is a highly repetitive movement. When you've swum a particular way for hundreds or thousands of hours, it can feel completely normal, even when it's not particularly eff

If you’re gearing up for the Weymouth 70.3 triathlon this September, you probably already know the swim leg causes the most pre-race nerves. Weymouth Bay offers a stunning backdrop, but the sea swim introduces challenges you won’t find in a pool. The saltwater, waves, and open water conditions can throw off even experienced swimmers if they’re not prepared. Having coached many athletes I’ve seen the same three mistakes trip up first-timers again and again. Avoiding these erro

IRONMAN TRIATHLON WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 70.3 Nice Coaches Race Guide: How to Master the Mediterranean Swim, Col de Vence Bike and Fast Finish By Nick Harris BA (Hons), Speedy Swimming IRONMAN 70.3 Nice is one of Europe's most iconic middle-distance triathlons. Set on the French Riviera, it combines everything athletes love about European racing: A stunning Mediterranean sea swim A challenging mountain bike course through the Alpes-Maritimes A fast, flat run along the legendary

The fastest swimmers are not always the ones working hardest. Many triathletes believe swimming faster comes from pushing harder, increasing effort, and adding more metres to their training. But the swimmers who consistently perform well in races often do something different. They waste less energy, move more efficiently through the water, and maintain control when fatigue starts to build. The biggest gains often come from understanding the relationship between distance per s

By Nick Harris BA (Hons), Speedy Swimming The London T100 Triathlon is one of the most unique races on the global triathlon calendar. Unlike traditional triathlons held in rural locations, London T100 brings long-course racing into the heart of one of the world's most famous cities. With a 2km swim, 80km bike and 18km run, it sits between Olympic distance and a traditional 70.3 — making it the perfect challenge for athletes stepping up to longer racing. But don't underestimat

The complete coach’s guide to preparing for Weymouth’s sea swim, rolling Dorset bike course, flat but demanding run and fast transitions IRONMAN 70.3 Weymouth looks like a fast, achievable middle-distance triathlon — and it can be. But it is also a race where small mistakes are exposed. The athletes who perform best are not necessarily the ones with the biggest engines. They are the ones who understand the course, control their effort, and train specifically for the demands o

Are you actually SLOWER in your wetsuit? 🏊‍♂️ Whether you’re prepping for a local sprint or a full Ironman, there is a common "speed leak" affecting Surrey and Hampshire triathletes. We put the hours in at the lake, but the race splits just don't reflect the effort. The Reality: If you aren't gaining 7–10 seconds per 100m from your wetsuit, your technique or your training structure is broken. Here is how we fix it: 1. The Tech Lab: Guildford Lido (Surrey) At our Group or

I’m opening up a few daytime 2-2-1 Front Crawl Technique Swim Video Analysis slots at Guildford Lido. The Deal: 60 mins of high-speed 4K HD filming above and below the water, instant feedback, and your technical 'drill-set' to take home with your swim videos. The Price: £55 per person (saving £55 off the 1-2-1 rate) when there are 2 swimmers per session. I have slots this Tuesday 10th March at 11am and 12pm, wednesday 11th March at 3pm, and Friday 13th March at 3pm Some more

Why swim technique lessons matter (especially for front crawl) Swimming is very different from running or cycling. Water is around 800 times denser than air , which means every small technical error creates a lot of resistance. In simple terms, if you try to swim twice as fast , you’d need roughly four times the energy output . Very few people can hold that for long — especially in open water or longer triathlon swims. On top of that, in front crawl your head is underwater fo