How To Prepare For a Marathon Swim - When preparing for a marathon swim, most athletes zero in on distance, technique, and fitness—and rightfully so. But in the open water, success isn’t just about how strong or fast you are. It’s about how smartly you swim the course and how well you sync with your crew. In this guide, we break down two of the most overlooked—yet critical—components of marathon swim prep.

1 – Smart GPS Strategy

2 – Effective Crew Communication

As the sun returns to Southern California, it’s time to prepare for the open water season. Whether you're racing or just reconnecting with the ocean, smart training makes all the difference. In collaboration with Swim Smooth founder Paul Newsome, Coach Lorna of Swim Smooth LA breaks down essential open water skills—from sighting and drafting to managing chaos—so you can swim straighter, stronger, and with more confidence this season.

Master both sprint speed and endurance with this competitive swimming training guide from Swim Smooth LA. Learn how to balance sprint sets, threshold workouts, and open water skills for peak performance.

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Explore the latest triathlon news, T100 vs Ironman debate, and expert freestyle swim tips from Swim Smooth’s Paul Newsome in IMTalk Episode 973. Click to listen now.

Let’s dive into the top five stroke technique mistakes corrected with professional swim coaching that can improve your swimming performance and efficiency.