Easy Speed

12/02/2025

Recently got to do some one on one work with a pro triathlete who was visiting. Aiden is a front pack swimmer, but everyone can always make their technique more efficient. If you want to see the full analysis check out the Swim Easy Speed YouTube Channel.

10/24/2024

Check out the latest video from Swim Easy Speed on Focused vs. Unfocused Swimming. You always want to practice focused swimming. There isn't one day when you focus on endurance and then one day you focus on technique. You should be doing those things in the same practice every time.

A lot of endurance training, unfortunately, is strictly viewed through the lens of how can an athlete increase VO2Max. When in reality the real gains are m...

10/20/2024

Check out the latest video from Swim Easy Speed on "sighting" and why you might be having a tough time hold a straight line in open water.....

Triathletes and open water swimmers struggle with holding a straight line in open water. The thinking within the community is that an athlete needs to pract...

10/17/2024

The "Early Bird" registration for the April 12, 2025 edition of the Snapping Tortuga is open.

Exciting news for the April swim. We have added a new distance. If you are looking to "Swim the Distance" before Ironman Texas we will now offer a 3.8km (2.4mile) swim as part of the Snapping Tortuga.

We are looking forward to another great race as we head into the 14th year of the Snapping Tortuga.

For event details, please refer to: https://www.active.com/willis-tx/water-sports/swimming-races/snapping-tortuga-open-water-swim-april-2025

10/17/2024

Check out the latest video from Swim Easy Speed on the importance of "the Catch" in swimming....

The Catch in swimming is the most important aspect of the stroke. It sets up the rest of the stroke for an efficient and powerful pull.

10/11/2024

If you are racing and didn't get the email, here's the pre-race instructions for the Snapping Tortuga tomorrow.

Email from Snapping Tortuga, LLC You don't want to miss this.     Snapping Tortuga Open Water Swim Pre-Race Instructions Saturday Snapping Tortuga at 9:00am at FM830 Boat Ramp on Lake Conroe Buenos

10/10/2024

Registration closes tonight for the Snapping Tortuga. If there are any questions, let me know.

https://www.active.com/willis-tx/running/distance-running-races/snapping-tortuga-open-water-swim-october-2024?fbclid=IwY2xjawF0rKRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHdirLaXmnoOHHrsxly1nN7ue6MBrKlHa3GpKt_gLZX-H4MiVYqm6Vya3YA_aem_TiFKfS6ymzgbyXZo2DA37w

For event details, please refer to: https://www.active.com/willis-tx/running/distance-running-races/snapping-tortuga-open-water-swim-october-2024

10/08/2024

Registration for the October 12 Snapping Tortuga closes this Thursday evening. Sign up now to get in some terrific, fun and safe open water experience.

For event details, please refer to: https://www.active.com/willis-tx/running/distance-running-races/snapping-tortuga-open-water-swim-october-2024

10/03/2024

Registration is still open for another week. Sign up now. Please feel free to use the discount code BOB2024 to get a 10% discount off your entry.

If you aren't looking to participate, please consider coming out to kayak. We can always use the help.

For event details, please refer to: https://www.active.com/willis-tx/running/distance-running-races/snapping-tortuga-open-water-swim-october-2024

10/03/2024

Check out the latest video from Swim Easy Speed on whether or not bilateral breathing is the best thing to focus on in your stroke....

There is a lot of certain around the advice in triathlon to bilateral breathe. In reality it isn't as clear cut as it is made out to be. When you are devel...

09/22/2024

Check out the latest video on how swimming faster can make you more efficient....

One of the bigger mistakes I see triathletes make in their swim training is to train the swim similar to their bike and run training. The swim, being techni...

09/20/2024

The Recovery like the rest of the stroke is interconnected. A very efficient swim stroke is a full bodied, connected, coordinated movement. The Recovery can have a big impact on the catch and the pull that comes after it.

If you would like to know more about how you can work on your recovery, check out the Swim Easy Speed Youtube channel.