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Didn’t even want to go try for a sea swim today because of the rough conditions in strong easterly winds, until Alec Riddle challenged us all through email to put on our “big boy pants” with a promise that the beer would taste better afterward! Couldn’t believe what I saw when I got to the beach. Never [...] I have often thought that the colour of my Orca wetsuit too closely resembles that of a seal which is after all prime shark food. So I got to wondering if there is any data on shark attractant or repellent colours, and if so, why are wetsuit manufacturers not making them accordingly? It seems too little research [...] Swimming is my second weakest discipline, and whilst undoubtedly technique and streamlined efficiency (low drag) in the water is paramount, there is also a lot to be gained by improving relevant muscular strength and endurance. Mike Swimmers need to follow a programme of exercises that replicate their actions in the water as closely as possible. To optimise [...] This video reinforces the previous article I posted on swimming and arrhythmia which also highlighted the importance of a proper warm up in preparation for the triathlon swim as an essential aspect of ensuring your safety… Mike With triathlon races involving a mass start, it is important to be aware of your safety when in the water. [...] I found this article particularly interesting for the information it contains on drafting, body roll and the need for developing a strong kick if you want to be amongst the top triathlon swimmers… Mike By applying new research courtesy of fluid dynamics and supercomputers, every swimmer can swim faster The science of swimming is extremely complicated, involving the [...] |
 
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