{"id":25498,"date":"2025-07-15T12:32:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T09:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/?p=25498"},"modified":"2025-07-23T12:34:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T09:34:05","slug":"ujumine-triatlonil-kuidas-muuta-suurim-hirm-enda-tugevuseks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/en\/ujumine-triatlonil-kuidas-muuta-suurim-hirm-enda-tugevuseks\/","title":{"rendered":"Swimming in a triathlon: how to turn your biggest fear into your strength?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Swimming is the first leg of a triathlon, and for many, it\u2019s the one that causes the most anxiety. Water can feel more unpredictable than asphalt or a running track, but when done right, it can be a calming and supportive start to an Ironman.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aleksandr Malkov and Lauri Pakkas are MyFitness trainers with extensive swimming background. <\/strong>They know from experience how different it is to just swim in a pool versus competing with other participants in open water. That&#8217;s why they share their knowledge and practical tips here with those who find swimming the hardest or even intimidating part of a triathlon.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-29-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-29-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-29-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-29-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-29-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-29-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-29.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How do Aleksandr and Lauri train?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aleksandr <\/strong>is a former elite swimmer, so he pays more attention to cycling and running in the context of triathlon.<\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;In winter I swim more, 2-3 times a week, to maintain my technique and endurance. In summer I focus on open water swimming \u2013 training in the lake once or twice a week to adapt to the waves and keep track of the landmarks.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His advice to beginners is simple and specific: <em>&#8220;I recommend swimming 2-3 times a week \u2013 one time to practice technique, the other \u2013 to develop endurance. If you swim consistently and consciously, progress will come quickly.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, <strong>Lauri <\/strong>is more relaxed about swimming training, as he has been doing it for over 15 years. He is an experienced swimmer and feels great in the water.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;I usually do 2-3 kilometer swims. Sometimes I focus more on technique, sometimes on distance. I try to swim in open water at least twice a week.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-76-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-76-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-76-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-76-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-76-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-76-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-76.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aleksandr and Lauri both agree: if you\u2019re not comfortable in the water, start with a trainer or in a group. <em>\u201cSwimming seems scary if you don\u2019t have experience,\u201d <\/em>says Aleksandr. \u201c<em>A personal trainer will teach you the basics in a month: breathing, body position, and strokes.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lauri also stresses safety: <em>\u201cIf you can\u2019t swim properly, the distance in open water might seem endless. So don\u2019t underestimate the importance of swimming training when preparing for a triathlon. A trainer will teach you everything you need to know to be comfortable and safe in the water: \u2013 adapting to the water, breathing, floating, gliding, swimming, and so on.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In triathlon, swimming technique is critical, as it directly affects energy expenditure and speed. Proper technique allows you to swim the same distance with less effort, leaving more energy for the bike and running legs.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common mistakes beginners make<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Incorrect breathing: <\/strong>Breathing too fast or irregularly, which leads to rapid fatigue. Learn to breathe every 2-3 strokes, alternating both sides.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Head is too high: <\/strong>Raising your head while breathing disrupts your posture and creates resistance. Keep your head in a neutral position, looking down.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Too short stroke: <\/strong>The arms raise from the water too early, which reduces efficiency. Focus on a long, powerful stroke that ends at the hip.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overworking your legs: <\/strong>Excessive leg work wastes energy. In triathlon, leg work has more of a support function \u2013 use 2-4 kicks per cycle.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sinking body position: <\/strong>Hips sink too low in the water, increasing resistance. Focus on keeping your body horizontal on the surface of the water, as if you are &#8220;gliding&#8221; on it.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To develop the technique<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Work with a trainer: <\/strong>A trainer will help improve your posture, strokes and breathing. Even 4-6 sessions can have a significant effect.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Exercises: <\/strong>Add exercises like one-arm swimming, fist swimming, or half-stroke swimming to your trainings to improve your stroke efficiency.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Consistency: <\/strong>Swim at least 2 times a week, focusing on technique rather than speed.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-7387b849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-33-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25425\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-33-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-33-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-33-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-33-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-33-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-33.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-32-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-25428\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-32-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-32-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-32-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-32-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-32-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.myfitness.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/myfitness_ironman-32.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pool vs. Open Water: What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Open water swimming is very different from swimming in a pool. A pool has marked lanes, calm water and good visibility, while in open water you must consider waves, currents and poorer visibility. Only a few landmarks, such as buoys or objects on the shore, help you stay on track. This makes open water swimming not only a challenge, but also a fun and varied experience.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aleksandr&#8217;s recommendations: how to practice swimming in open water?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Practice keeping your sight on a landmark: Learn to swim straight, lifting your head every 6-8 strokes to check your direction. Use landmarks (such as trees or buildings) as you practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Adapt to waves and currents: start with calm water (e.g. a lake) and then move to the sea, where there are more waves.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wetsuit practice: Practice swimming in a wetsuit to get used to the feeling. Training in a wetsuit is important because it changes your body position and the feel of your stroke.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Simulate competition: Practice swimming in a crowd, such as starting with friends, to get used to the physical contact in the water.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Lauri&#8217;s advice to newbies: start slow and smart.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><ol>&#13;\n \t<li><strong> Start with shore swimming. <\/strong>&#13;\n<em>\u201cIf you don\u2019t have open water swimming experience, you don\u2019t have to swim across the lake right away,\u201d <\/em>says Lauri. Start with shore swimming to get used to the water and the environment.<\/li>&#13;\n<\/ol><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><ol start=\"2\">&#13;\n \t<li><strong> Practice floating on your back. <\/strong>&#13;\nBefore you go out into open water, learn to float on your back \u2013 this is an important skill for resting and catching your breath.<\/li>&#13;\n<\/ol><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Use a swimming buoy. <\/strong><br\/>A buoy gives you a sense of security and a place to rest if needed. It also makes you visible to others in the water<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><ol start=\"4\">&#13;\n \t<li><strong> Join a group training session. <\/strong>&#13;\n<em>\u201cThere are special training sessions at M\u00e4nniku Quarry where you can learn how to swim in open water,\u201d <\/em>suggests Lauri. Group training sessions are especially useful if you plan to compete in open water.<\/li>&#13;\n<\/ol><\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Choosing a wetsuit: what to keep in mind?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Aleksandr: <\/strong><br\/><em>&#8220;The choice of wetsuit depends on your swimming skills, budget and the type of competition. Beginners are best suited with wetsuits with good buoyancy \u2013 they help keep the hips higher and reduce water resistance. More experienced swimmers may prefer more flexible and faster models.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lauri: <\/strong><br\/><em>&#8220;The wetsuit should fit well \u2013 not too big and not too small. Make sure it is designed for swimming, not surfing or other water sports. The safest place to buy a wetsuit is from a sports shop, where a specialist can help you choose the model that is right for you.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;It&#8217;s warm to swim in a wetsuit, so you can safely go into the water even before the beach season begins. Most of the time, I swim in open water in a wetsuit. But if the water in the lake gets too warm, I prefer to swim without it.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Swimming is the first leg of a triathlon, and for many, it\u2019s the one that causes the most anxiety. Water can feel more unpredictable than asphalt or a running track, but when done right, it can be a calming and supportive start to an Ironman. 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