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SWIMMING'S GREATEST INNOVATION

A frustration for many coaches and triathletes is that they’re science orientated and data driven. For cycling, you have your pick of numerous power meters. Running’s heading that way, too, with the likes of Stryde. But swimming’s ostensibly been devoid of science. That is until, now…” The words of top triathlon coach Justin Trolle, formerly high performance coach for New Zealand and now USA Level 3 Triathlon Coach. What is the training tool that he claims is the greatest swimming innovation in his 30 years of coaching? It’s the new Smart Swim 2 goggles from Form. “I truly believe this is a gamechanger for elites and age-groupers alike.” That’s high praise. But arguably warranted when you dig a little deeper…

PRACTICAL AND ACCURATE

The technological revolution has seen training tools shrink and their feature set grow. You only have to glance at your multisport watch to see that. But swimming? Despite manufacturers’ best

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