What are buoyancy shorts?

What are Buoyancy Shorts?

Neoprene swim shorts are the hottest training tool to hit the pool deck since the pull buoy and are exploding in popularity, especially among triathletes. Every major wetsuit brand has a selection of these buoyancy shorts – HUUB have a couple to choose from as do Orca, Zoot, Head, Zone3 and Blueseventy. So what are they?

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How to improve your technique for triathlons

How to improve your technique for triathlons

Triathlon season is fast approaching! Still trying to improve your swimming technique for your next triathlon? We’ve got you covered! Here is how you can improve your technique for triathlons.

Bilateral breathing will open up the ability to take in what is happening around you, but can also reduce damage to your shoulders and neck from the repetitive motion of only breathing on one side. By doing this, you will be able to see more of your surroundings and see any hazards, such as oncoming waves or other swimmers. Try learning to breathe on both sides of your stroke. It will also help make your stroke more symmetrical.

Swimming in open water can throw a lot of variables into the mix. Many routes for triathlons include a turn around a buoy and swimming blindly with your head down will put you at a disadvantage. Identify landmarks before you swim that you will easily recognise and be able to see when taking a quick check of your surroundings.

To sight properly, lift your head slightly up so that only your eyes appear above the surface. Quickly scan to place where you are before lowering your head back underwater. You can do this as often as needed to understand your location and with your positioning in the race.

A major part of success in triathlon is being able to distribute the workload amongst you and your fellow competitors, it is key to not waste unnecessary effort on your first discipline, that you’ll be wanting to save for the rest of your swim. Identify the strongest swimmers around your pace level, and position yourself slightly to the side of them, making sure that you breathe away from the side of the swimmer’s leg. Make sure to push when you have the energy to do so! 

Keeping a high position in the water will keep your legs from weighing you down and sinking into the water, reducing the drag from your own body. Your wetsuit should assist with buoyancy but having the best head position will help guide the rest of your body through the water. Keep your fingers and toes closed to keep your streamline position throughout your body and you will see an increase in your efficiency!

For many triathletes, swimming can be their weakest of the three sports. However, making improvements to your swimming technique will help you move up through the ranks! Try out the points above and win your next triathlon.

The Brownlee Brothers Meet HUUB: The HUUB Brownlee Agilis Wetsuit!

HUUB Brownlee Agilis WetsuitIn this blog you can discover more about the HUUB Brownlee Agilis Wetsuit! 

It will talk about... 

  • How the wetsuit came to be designed
  • What they wanted from designing this suit
  • The main features 
  • What influence the Brownlee brothers had in the making

This is an incredible wetsuit - unlike any other that has come before it! 

Read more - you WON'T want to miss this! 

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A Look Back: The Iron War

In this blog we will be taking a look back at the Iron War!   Dave and Mark

This was one of the most phenomenal rivalries to take place in Ironman history! 

The story of how Dave Scott and Mark Allen battled for the Ironman Crown for years... 

We recount the whole story in our latest blog! 

Including the thrilling conclusion to this epic friendly, rivalry! 

Don't miss it - Read more now to find out what happened in this iconic series of events!

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RESULTS: The Kona IRONMAN World Championships 2019

NEWS ALERT: The results from the IRONMAN World Championships 2019 are in!  Ironman World Champs 2019

In this blog we will be talking about... 

  • The Winners of the event
  • The journey to victory  
  • What one of the toughest atheltic feats had instore for the competitors

This is the moment we have all been waiting for... the results of the IRONMAN World Champs 2019!

We say a HUGE congratulation to every single participant! 

Read more here about the event! 

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Everything you Need to Know about the 2019 Kona Ironman World Championships

In this blog we will be telling you everything you need dto know about the Kona IRONMAN World Championships 2019! Ironman World Championships

We will tell you... 

  • A detailed description of where the race takes place
  • A glimpse into race day
  • And also a look at the race's remarkable history!

The Kona IRONMAN World Championships are held on October 12th!

Good luck to all of the athletes competing! 

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Top 5 tips to help your Triathlon recovery!

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In this blog we will be giving you our 5 top tips for Triathlon Recovery!  Triathlon Recovery

The blog will include: 

  • The five things we believe are necessary for a healthy and happy triathlon recovery!
  • What you can do to help recovery
  • And general recovery advice!

We love Triathlons and Triathletes - but your body is precious and taking care of yourself post-race is just as important as the race itself!

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Bournemouth International Triathlon: A ‘Tri’umphant event!

In this blog we will be taking a look at the Bournemouth International Triathlon 2019! Bournemouth Triathlon

Proswimwear was lucky to attend this event! 

In the blog you'll find out about our day:

  • Where the Triathlon took place
  • What other events were happening 
  • How we found watching the experience
  • And how the athletes were post-race! 

So read more to find out about our inspiring day in Bournemouth for the Triathlon! 

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A Shore Guide To Swim Safety: The Swim Secure Starter Kit

In this blog post you get a look into the Swim Secure starter pack, available at ProSwimwear. Swim Secure Starter Pack

This is an excellent starter pack for those getting into open water swimming. It contains everything you need to swim safely! 

It includes products such as:

-A Tow Float

-Bubble Hat

-Kit Bag

And more! Read on to discover more about this starter pack, and what else Swim Secure can offer you and your journey into open water swimming. 

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Triathlon Focus: The New Zoot Ultra Tri Suit Range

Zoot Ultra Tri SuitsIn this blog post, we take a look at the latest Zoot Ultra Tri Suit Collection, available at ProSwimwear.

This addition to our collection is available as a Men's and Women's tri suit, tri top or tri short loaded with great features including:

 - DRAGZERO Carbon Fabric

 - Chamois Development

 - Competitive Construction

 Read on to discover more about Zoot's new fine tuned Ultra triathlon suit! 

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Body Glide - The Best Anti Chafing Solution For Swimmers, Runners and Triathletes

Since their beginnings in 1996, Body Glide have gained a loyal following with athletes to keep their skin protected and their performance secured. It soon became clear that Body Glide wasn’t just for a select few: it was for every one of us who wants to be active. From surfing to the simple act of playing with our kids, Body Glide helps us all to be active and inspires us to walk a block, hike a trail, climb a hill, swim an ocean — to keep us going near and far, and to ride the wave of life free of fear, free of pain, and free to be the brave hero we want to be.

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