For who
For competitive swimmers aiming to peak in the 200 — and sharpen race skills across 100–400 distances.
For who
For competitive swimmers aiming to peak in the 200 — and sharpen race skills across 100–400 distances.
Training focus
Structured race prep that combines pacing, test sets, and endurance — designed to build confidence and deliver results on race day.
What to expect
Race-prep workouts focused on pacing, lactate control, and race execution — including two stand-up 200s — mid-plan and final — to simulate race day.
Equipment you need
You can adjust the equipment to suit your preferences and available gear.
Download DuoSwim, start your first workout, and build momentum this week.
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.
Pace Launch
70 min · 4000m
Endure & Fire
70 min · 4000m
Threshold Builder
79 min · 4500m
Drop Ladder
70 min · 4000m
Descend & Go
63 min · 3600m
Race Pace Test I
70 min · 4000m
Long Grind
79 min · 4500m
Descend & Fire
77 min · 4400m
Yellowline Repeats
88 min · 5000m
Lactate Surge
68 min · 3900m
Threshold Pyramid
91 min · 5200m
Race Simulation I
53 min · 3000m
Smooth To Surge
70 min · 4000m
Endure & Ignite
70 min · 4000m
Off/On Repeats
91 min · 5200m
Drop & Deliver
81 min · 4600m
Dynamic Pyramid
81 min · 4600m
Race Pace Test II
77 min · 4400m
Control To Redline
82 min · 4700m
Lactate Tolerance
70 min · 4000m
Kick, Pull & Hold
84 min · 4800m
Built To Burn
72 min · 4100m
Race-Ready Prime
70 min · 4000m
Race Simulation II
53 min · 3000m
We recommend Strength Gains to pair with this plan — building maximum strength and explosiveness to support peak race performance.
Answers to common questions about this plan, equipment, pacing, and getting started.
For competitive swimmers aiming to peak in the 200 — and sharpen race skills across 100–400 distances.
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