1. What is Swim Pace?

Swim pace is the time it takes to swim a standard distance (typically per 100 meters or 100 yards). It's a crucial metric for triathletes to monitor performance and plan race strategy.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple pace formula:

Where:

• \( P \) — Pace (minutes per 100m or 100yd)
• \( T \) — Total time (minutes)
• \( D \) — Distance (in 100m or 100yd units)

Explanation: This calculation standardizes your swim time to a per-100 unit basis, allowing for easy comparison across different distances.

3. Importance of Pace Calculation

Details: Knowing your swim pace helps with race planning, training zone determination, and tracking performance improvements over time.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total swim time in minutes and the distance in hundreds (e.g., for 1500m enter 15). Select whether you swam meters or yards.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good triathlon swim pace?
A: For age-group triathletes, 1:30-2:00 min/100m is average, while elite athletes swim under 1:10 min/100m.

Q2: Should I use meters or yards?
A: Use meters for international races and yards for pool training in the US. 100yd is about 91.44m.

Q3: How does pool pace compare to open water?
A: Most swimmers are 5-15 seconds slower per 100m in open water due to conditions and lack of walls.

Q4: How can I improve my swim pace?
A: Focus on technique first, then build endurance with interval training and strength with resistance work.

Q5: Does wetsuit use affect pace?
A: Yes, wetsuits typically improve pace by 5-10 seconds per 100m due to increased buoyancy.