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Open-Water Swim Skills With Coach Lance Watson: Turn Techniques

Lance Watson and Brent McMahon give their technique tips for getting around crowded buoys without losing momentum.

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For many, swimming in the open water is one of the most intimidating parts of becoming a triathlete. In a new Triathlete.com-exclusive video series, LifeSport coach Lance Watson and Aqua Sphere team up to provide tips to help you refine your open-water skills and develop confidence ahead of your next triathlon. This week, Watson and Ironman champion Brent McMahon give their technique tips for getting around crowded buoys without losing momentum.

Check back each week for another video from the series.

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