How to train for your first 3.8km swim
Going long for the first time? John Wood explains how to train for your first long-distance swim
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What is a good swim cadence and how can I increase mine?
Confused about swim cadence? John Wood explains what you need to know about swim cadence and how to improve it
How to prevent motion sickness, seasickness and nausea when swimming
Do you feel seasick while swimming? Suffering from motion sickness and nausea can be fairly common for swimmers. Here, John Wood explores the causes and remedies…
How to transform your front crawl in six weeks
In less than two months we can help improve your front crawl and shape you into a tri-torpedo, capable of exiting every swim in super swift time. Here’s how…
What makes triathlon’s strongest swimmers so fast?
Our expert swim coach examines the front crawl technique of three of triathlon’s strongest swimmers. Here’s what we found out…
How to repair a wetsuit: Best tips and kits for 2024
John Wood explains how to mend a small tear in your beloved wetsuit so it doesn’t get any worse
10 essential pool swim drills for triathletes
John Wood explains 10 key swim drills that should be a staple part of any triathlete’s pool training
How to swim well if you’re short-sighted
Struggle with short-sightedness while swimming? Coach John Wood talks prescription goggles, technique and tactic tips to ensure a straight, slick swim…
How to deal with tides when open water swimming
Open water swimming can pose a challenge even for the experienced pool swimmer. John Wood talks us through the best techniques and practices for training and racing with tides.
What is masters swimming?
Heard the term ‘masters swimming’ a fair bit but don’t know what is it, and who it is aimed at? John Wood explains all you need to know about masters swimming
Can you be allergic to wetsuits?
Developed a body rash when you wore a wetsuit? It could be an allergy to neoprene, says John Wood. Here he explains more
Which part of the front crawl swim stroke is most important for developing speed?
Want to get faster in the swim? John Wood explains the best part of the front crawl stroke to work on
How to store a wetsuit
Wondering how you should store and look after your wetsuit? Here’s some advice from John Wood
Can swimming help my running?
Yes, swimming can help you improve your run says John Wood. Here’s how
How to get more out of your swim kick by doing less
You don’t necessarily need to kick more to go faster, but an improved kick will save you energy. Here’s how…
Swim session: how to improve your body position in front crawl
An improved body position in the water can set a strong foundation to make the rest of your stroke feel easier. Here’s John Wood with the perfect session for improving that all-important body position
Chlorine allergy: symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention
Suffer with a chlorine allergy? John Wood explains how you can minimise the symptoms so you can enjoy your pool swim
What are the signs of hypothermia?
Hypothermia can be a an issue for open-water swimmers, particularly those who swim at lower temperatures. John Wood explains the signs and what to do if someone your swimming with starts to show symptoms
Why do I feel out of breath when I swim in a wetsuit?
Find it difficult to breathe when you swim in a wetsuit? It could be due to a number of factors says John Wood
Can you swim breaststroke in an Ironman?
Yes, you can swim breast stroke in an Ironman, says John Wood, and here are a few tips for a more efficient stroke
What’s the perfect body position for front crawl?
Swim coach John Wood explains the best body position for an efficient and effective front crawl
Swim sighting: What are the most common mistakes people make?
John Wood explains the most common open-water swim-sighting mistakes triathletes make and how to put them right
18 triathlon swimming tips and sessions for beginners
Are you at the beginning of your triathlon adventure but fearful of that opening swim leg? Don’t worry! Swim coach John Wood shares his 18 top front-crawl swim technique tips and sessions for beginners
Front-crawl kick beat: what it means
Wondering what the kick beat means in front crawl? John Wood explains
