1. What is Swim Pace?

Swim pace is a measure of how long it takes to swim a certain distance, typically expressed as time per 100 yards. It's a key metric for triathletes to track performance and plan race strategy.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the swim pace formula:

Where:

• Time — Total swim time in minutes
• Distance — Total distance swam in yards

Explanation: The formula calculates how many minutes it takes to swim 100 yards based on your total swim time and distance.

3. Importance of Swim Pace Calculation

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

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your total swim time in minutes and distance in yards. Both values must be greater than zero.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good Ironman swim pace?
A: For age groupers, 1:30-2:00 min/100 yd is typical. Elite swimmers may be under 1:15 min/100 yd.

Q2: How does pool swimming translate to open water?
A: Open water is typically 5-15 seconds slower per 100 yd due to currents, sighting, and no walls to push off.

Q3: Should I use yards or meters?
A: Use whichever unit matches your training. This calculator uses yards (1 yard = 0.9144 meters).

Q4: How does swim pace affect overall Ironman time?
A: While important, swim time has less impact than bike/run in overall race time due to being the shortest segment.

Q5: How can I improve my swim pace?
A: Focus on technique first, then build endurance with interval training and open water practice.