Essential Triathlon Training Tips: Sighting

by Erin Greene on 21 May, 2013 08:02 • Español

We all know by now the buoys not only mark the course, but also give us a marker to sight for on the swim. However, the buoys aren’t the only objects that can help you keep a straight line on the swim. Check out this video with expert coach Craig Redman to get an insight into how the elites get from the start to the finish of the swim with the shortest route possible.

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