For who
For swimmers ready to sharpen race skills and pacing — perfect for returning racers or those seeking low-volume, high-intensity race prep.
For who
For swimmers ready to sharpen race skills and pacing — perfect for returning racers or those seeking low-volume, high-intensity race prep.
Training focus
Low-volume, high-focus training to build race control, timing, and confidence — ideal for 100–200 events across all strokes.
What to expect
Short, focused workouts with race pace sets, broken swims, and a final stand-up 200 to test your pacing and race readiness.
Equipment you need
You can adjust the equipment to suit your preferences and available gear.
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Step 1
Download DuoSwim and log in to unlock your plan and workout guidance.
Step 2
Start your recommended plan or choose the one that fits your goal and schedule.
Step 3
Follow your workouts with clear pacing, intervals, and progress tracking built in.
Step 4
Stay consistent each week, build momentum, and reach your goal with confidence.
Breakdown of distance covered in each heart rate zone per workout.
Preview the structure of this plan with workout names, estimated duration, and distance.
Quickfire Launch
14 min · 800m
Pace & Recover
18 min · 1000m
Stroke Control
18 min · 1000m
Broken Swim I
19 min · 1100m
Threshold Builder
21 min · 1200m
Sprint To Pace
21 min · 1200m
Drop Ladder
21 min · 1200m
Endure & Fire
21 min · 1200m
Build & Flow
21 min · 1200m
Race Pace Repeats
25 min · 1400m
Strength & Hold
25 min · 1400m
Push & Recover
25 min · 1400m
Drop Set
25 min · 1400m
Split Master
25 min · 1400m
Drop & Kick
26 min · 1500m
Lactate Spike
26 min · 1500m
Flow State
26 min · 1500m
Broken Swim II
26 min · 1500m
Yellowline Repeats
26 min · 1500m
Form To Flames
26 min · 1500m
Aerobic Pyramid
26 min · 1500m
Ignite & Fire
26 min · 1500m
Pull & Push
26 min · 1500m
Fire & Kick
25 min · 1400m
Pace Ramp-Up
28 min · 1600m
Kick, Pull & Swim
28 min · 1600m
Drill & Flow
28 min · 1600m
Lactic Surge
28 min · 1600m
Hold The Line
26 min · 1500m
Final Pace Switch
26 min · 1500m
Prime & Flow
25 min · 1400m
Max Out 200
28 min · 1600m
We recommend Bodyweight Strength to pair with this plan — building strength and control to support race pace development.
Answers to common questions about this plan, equipment, pacing, and getting started.
For swimmers ready to sharpen race skills and pacing — perfect for returning racers or those seeking low-volume, high-intensity race prep.
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