swimwear

Swimming is not just a part of triathlon - it is a discipline that requires precision, technique and endurance. For triathletes, water is not just an element, but an arena in which they test and perfect their skills.

Essentially, all you need for regular swimming training as a triathlete is a pair of swimming trunks or a swimsuit , suitable swimming goggles and a swimming cap . This basic equipment is enough to conquer the lanes in the swimming pool and refine your technique. The pool becomes a testing ground in which posture, breathing technique and speed are optimized - fundamentals that are crucial in triathlon.

The use of a wetsuit is primarily relevant for open water training and competition, especially when the events take place in the warmer months of the year. Only when the triathlete prepares for open water and experiences the resistance of the water and the variability of the conditions does the wetsuit come into play. This not only provides warmth, but also buoyancy and optimized gliding properties that improve performance in open water.