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Before we answer the question in the title, some of you might want to know what a triathlon is. Triathlon is a physically and mentally demanding sport that requires and builds endurance, consisting of three disciplines: swimming, cycling, and running. These must be completed in a specific order, in immediate succession

It's not surprising that winter could be long, dark and, unless you spend it somewhere in the mountains, unpleasant. Because of the shorter days and lack of sunshine, our bodies are subjected to unwanted stress and the spring season should be about rebooting the body and mind. Swimming is, therefore, an ideal way to support the natural detoxification process and improve the overall well-being of the body.

Whether you go to the pool several times a week or just once a month, regular visits mean you should pay attention to your hair and skin. Everyone knows that chlorine is used to disinfect pool water - you can smell it the moment you step into the changing room - so we have put together a few tips on how to deal with this chemical.

The start of a new season - or the wave of New Year's resolutions - often brings many people back to the pool. Swimming is widely seen as a low-impact sport suitable for almost everyone. Even so, this is exactly the time when more people begin dealing with back pain, shoulder pain, or discomfort in the cervical spine.

Your first swim workouts can feel stressful. How should you swim? What does a proper session look like? Do I need any equipment, and how do I use it correctly? Those definitely aren’t the only questions that may pop into your head. Let’s take a look at what a workout like this can look like.