Anybody out there run into triathletes that do not have a swimming background but have decided that because they have done a few triathlons that they are experts? I'm seeing this an awful lot these days. It can be a challenge to coach these folks because they are not open to new ideas or suggestions on drills. Anybody been able to handle this situation successfully?
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All the guys I swim with are tri guys (except the two of us in the "fast" lane) and mostly willing to listen to the coach and ask me for advice. However, lately a few have been kinda doing their own workout and leaving early, not sure what thats all about. They are nice guys, they just always swim free and don't understand its sometimes good to rest in between sets and not swim the workout straight through.
All the guys I swim with are tri guys (except the two of us in the "fast" lane) and mostly willing to listen to the coach and ask me for advice. However, lately a few have been kinda doing their own workout and leaving early, not sure what thats all about. They are nice guys, they just always swim free and don't understand its sometimes good to rest in between sets and not swim the workout straight through.
