Photo credit: James Mitchell with BMC Pro Triathlon Team
We Get It—Training for a Triathlon with Limited Time is Tough.
We know the challenges because we’ve been there. We still are.
Like you, we love triathlon. But between work, family, and everyday life, finding enough time for consistent swim training is hard.
That’s exactly why Victor, founder of ZEN8 Swim Trainer, developed the ZEN8 Swim Trainer. As a passionate triathlete with a demanding job and limited time, he needed a way to supplement his swimming on days when the pool wasn’t an option.
The goal? Not to replace swimming—but to make it easier, more time-efficient, and help you stay consistent.
Together with Head Coach & Pro Triathlete Kieran Lindars—who finished 8th at the 2024 IRONMAN World Championships in Kona (Read Kieran’s thoughts on Kona)—we developed a library of easy-to-follow, on-demand swim workouts included with every ZEN8 Swim Trainer Bundle.
This is about training smarter, not harder—so you can become a stronger, faster swimmer while balancing the rest of your life.
Here’s how you can use the ZEN8 Swim Trainer to improve your swim in the most time-efficient way possible.
1️⃣ Master the High-Elbow Catch (The Key to a Faster Swim)
We Know the Struggle
If you’re like most triathletes, you probably struggle with your catch phase. A weak or dropped elbow = lost power, wasted energy, and slower swim times.
With the ZEN8 Swim Trainer, you can train the perfect high-elbow catch without distractions like breathing, body position, or sinking legs—so you can hardwire good technique before you even get in the water.
Photo credit: James Mitchell with BMC Pro Triathlon Team
How to Train with ZEN8
- ✔️ Start with the 5-Day Catch Challenge—the easiest way to build swim-specific muscle memory.
- ✔️ Use the ZEN8 Swim Trainer to isolate your technique and refine your stroke mechanics.
- ✔️ Follow structured coaching from Kieran Lindars inside our on-demand workout library.
💡 Pro Tip: Train just 3x per week for 10-15 minutes, and you’ll notice a huge improvement in your pull strength and efficiency in the pool.
2️⃣ Build Upper-Body Power & Swim-Specific Endurance (in Less Time)
We Know How Hard It Is to Stay Consistent
Let’s be real—it’s easier to hop on the bike or go for a run than it is to drive to the pool, get in a full session, and deal with the logistics. That’s why swim training often gets pushed aside.
With the ZEN8 Swim Trainer, you can train your upper body, develop swim-specific endurance, and build strength—without extra pool time.
Photo credit: James Mitchell with BMC Pro Triathlon Team
How to Train with ZEN8
- ✔️ Perform short, high-intensity sets (10-20 minutes) to maximize your time.
- ✔️ Double Arm Pull Throughs give you the best bang for your buck, or shall we say time? You'll build a powerful stroke in weeks, not years!
- ✔️ Combine your ZEN8 session with a bike or strength workout for even better efficiency.
💡 Pro Tip: Replace one low-intensity swim session per week with a ZEN8 power session—get the same strength benefits in half the time.
3️⃣ Engage Core Stability for Better Swim Posture & Efficiency
We Know Core Strength is the Secret to a Faster Swim
A weak core = bad body position, more drag, and inefficient swimming.
The ZEN8 Swim Bench is designed to challenge your core stability—just like maintaining perfect swim form in the water.
Photo credit: James Mitchell with BMC Pro Triathlon Team
How to Train with ZEN8
- ✔️ Start with feet on the ground, focusing on controlled, smooth strokes.
- ✔️ As your core strength improves, progress to lifting one leg off the floor.
- ✔️ Challenge yourself and raise both legs to balance in a swim-like position, and core stability and strength will improve over time.
💡 Pro Tip: Use slow, controlled movements to maximize core engagement—other users have noticed better body position and more efficient swimming.
🚀 Want to Be Race-Ready Faster? The New Speed Pump is Here!
We know time matters. That’s why we’ve included the brand-new ZEN8 Speed Pump in all our ZEN8 Bundles—making inflation faster than ever.
No more wasting time setting up—just pump, train, and get stronger.
🔥 These are selling fast—if you want to be at your best for your next race, don’t wait around!
Final Thoughts: We Are You. We Train Like You. And We Built ZEN8 for You.
We didn’t create ZEN8 as a gimmick. We created it because we needed it.
We are triathletes, swimmers, and fitness lovers who want to train smarter, stay consistent, and become the best version of ourselves—without sacrificing our time.
With the ZEN8 Swim Trainer, you can:
- ✅ Train consistently, even when pool time is limited.
- ✅ Develop real swim strength, power, and endurance.
- ✅ Refine your stroke technique with expert guidance.
- ✅ Train anywhere, anytime—without disrupting your life.
You don’t have to take our word for it—see what other athletes are saying in our ZEN8 Reviews.