Inside Zone3

Inside Zone3 explores the world around swim, triathlon and open water — from the athletes and environments that inspire us, to the thinking behind the products we create. Considered, practical and shaped by experience, it’s a space for stories that reflect how we approach performance, progression and life in the water.

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Beginner's Guide to Triathlon - Tips from Vicky Holland
Professional Triathlete Vicky Holland shares her expertise and knowledge for getting started in triathlon - a beginner's guide to triathlon.
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Triathlete wearing a neon green swim cap and red goggles smiles while swimming in choppy water.
Taking On Your First Long Distance Triathlon
ZONE3 Ambassador Toby Simmons took on his first long distance triathlon at Challenge Roth, 7 months after getting into the sport. Here is the advice he learned along the way.
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A Beginners Guide to Brick Training
Olympic Medallist Vicky Holland's Guide To Triathlon Brick Training What is Brick Training? The definition for a triathlon brick session is training one discipline immediately followed by another with no...
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Harry Palmer professional triathlete wearing the gold vanquish x wetsuit
How To get started in Triathlon
Harry Palmer's tips for how to get started in triathlon Who am I and why does my opinion matter? To be honest it doesn’t, and you should definitely take what...
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Vicky Holland in her ZONE3 wetsuit and kit standing next to the open water
Swim Sets Workouts for Triathletes from Pro Vicky Holland
Improve your swimming with these swim sets for triathletes Keen to see some improvements in your swim? Professional Triathlete and Olympic Medallist Vicky Holland shares her favourite swim sets for triathletes...
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coach Scott Hill's Top Triathlon Tips
Coach Scott Hill’s Top Tips for Coming Out Of a Triathlon Swim Feeling Fresh
It’s easy to get excited and go out too hard in the swim at the start of a race. This can come back to bite you towards the end of...
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Why you should do a triathlon with your friends
Thinking of doing a triathlon? If we can do it, anyone can  Triathlon is not just for elite athletes or fitness fanatics. It’s for anyone looking for a challenge! It’s...
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ZONE3 Ambassador Christina is wearing a new ZONE3 Vision Wetsuit standing on the beach
How To Care For Your Wetsuit
If you're into open water swimming, you know that slipping into your wetsuit can feel like gearing up for an epic adventure.   Whether you're conquering waves or gliding through serene...
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Triumph in your prime: Celebrating a Royal Accolade
Triumph in your prime: Celebrating a Royal Accolade
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Swim Cornering – How To Turn Around Buoys In A Triathlon Swim
Navigating a swim buoy in a triathlon can be a crucial skill that impacts your overall swim time and efficiency. There are three primary techniques for turning around a swim...
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Swansea Vale Tri club members in bright jerseys pose together by a waterfront outdoor area.
Club feature: Swansea Vale Tri
Picture this: you're surrounded by a squad of like-minded individuals who instantly feel like family. There's this sense of camaraderie that's thicker than a post-race smoothie – everyone's cheering each...
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Swimmer in pink cap glides through blue pool water during a sprint triathlon training lap.
From pool to open water – how to swim a sprint triathlon
As the allure of the triathlon season beckons, many swimmers find themselves making the leap from the controlled environment of the pool to the vast openness of lakes and seas. The journey can be both exhilarating...
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