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Why You Shouldn't Wear a Wetsuit in Triathlons and Open Water Swimming

July 16, 2024 Full Circle Endurance Episode 43
Why You Shouldn't Wear a Wetsuit in Triathlons and Open Water Swimming
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The Full Circle Podcast
Why You Shouldn't Wear a Wetsuit in Triathlons and Open Water Swimming
Jul 16, 2024 Episode 43
Full Circle Endurance

A wetsuit is a great and valuable tool in open water swimming events and triathlons.  However, there is too much emphasis on wetsuits being “necessary” for athletes to do multisport events.  You don’t need to wear a wetsuit to do a triathlon.



Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: 

https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/coach-tip-tuesday-triathlon-wetsuits-when-and-why-you-should-skip-them  



Resources:


Learn more about Full Circle Endurance: https://FullCircleEndurance.com/

Submit questions to be answered on the show: https://FullCircleEndurance.com/podcast/

Reach out to Coach Laura Henry: Hello@FullCircleEndurance.com

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A wetsuit is a great and valuable tool in open water swimming events and triathlons.  However, there is too much emphasis on wetsuits being “necessary” for athletes to do multisport events.  You don’t need to wear a wetsuit to do a triathlon.



Read this Coach Tip Tuesday: 

https://www.fullcircleendurance.com/blog/coach-tip-tuesday-triathlon-wetsuits-when-and-why-you-should-skip-them  



Resources:


Learn more about Full Circle Endurance: https://FullCircleEndurance.com/

Submit questions to be answered on the show: https://FullCircleEndurance.com/podcast/

Reach out to Coach Laura Henry: Hello@FullCircleEndurance.com

Opening
It Depends
What is a Wetsuit?
What are the Advantages of Wearing a Wetsuit?
The Most Common Problems with Wetsuits
When Can You Wear a Wetsuit in a Triathlon?
When Shouldn’t You Wear a Wetsuit in a Triathlon?
The Bottom Line
Closing

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