#InTheZone

Inside Zone3 explores the world around swim, triathlon and open water — from the athletes and environments that inspire us, to the thinking behind the products we create. Considered, practical and shaped by experience, it’s a space for stories that reflect how we approach performance, progression and life in the water.

triathlon with friends
Why you should do a triathlon with your friends
Thinking of doing a triathlon? If we can do it, anyone can Triathlon is not just for elite athletes or fitness fanatics. It’s for anyone looking for a challenge! It’s...
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a woman is running  out of the water wearing a ZONE3 swimrun wetsuit
A Beginner's Guide to Swimrun
Getting started in a new multi-sport - a beginner's guide to swimrun If you're seeking an exhilarating new challenge that combines the endurance of running with the thrill of open...
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ZONE3 Ambassador Christina is wearing a new ZONE3 Vision Wetsuit standing on the beach
How To Care For Your Wetsuit
If you're into open water swimming, you know that slipping into your wetsuit can feel like gearing up for an epic adventure. Whether you're conquering waves or gliding through serene...
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Triumph in your prime: Celebrating a Royal Accolade
Triumph in your prime: Celebrating a Royal Accolade
Triumph in your prime: Celebrating a Royal Accolade
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a man is swimming in the sea breathing to one side wearing a zone3 swim cap and goggles
A Beginner's Guide to Open Water Swimming
So, you've decided to take the plunge and try open water swimming? Whether you're looking to switch up your swimming routine, train for a triathlon, or just enjoy nature in...
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A person is swimming in the sea in a ZONE3 wetsuit and breathing to one side
Swim Cornering – How To Turn Around Buoys In A Triathlon Swim
Navigating a swim buoy in a triathlon can be a crucial skill that impacts your overall swim time and efficiency. There are three primary techniques for turning around a swim...
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Your Event Kit List
Your Event Kit List
Getting all your kit ready for a workout is enough of a faff, but triathlons and training weekends take that to a new level with 3 disciplines each requiring specific...
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Club feature: Swansea Vale Tri
Club feature: Swansea Vale Tri
Picture this: you're surrounded by a squad of like-minded individuals who instantly feel like family. There's this sense of camaraderie that's thicker than a post-race smoothie – everyone's cheering each...
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From pool to open water – how to swim a sprint triathlon
From pool to open water – how to swim a sprint triathlon
As the allure of the triathlon season beckons, many swimmers find themselves making the leap from the controlled environment of the pool to the vast openness of lakes and seas. The journey can be both exhilarating...
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How to prepare for and race a middle distance triathlon
How to prepare for and race a middle distance triathlon
So, you’re entering a 70.3? Here’s everything you need to know to get yourself to the start line. It’s all about you The first point that we need to discuss...
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ZONE3 Ambassador Samantha Lake: The Story So far
ZONE3 Ambassador Samantha Lake: The Story So far
My name is Samantha Lake, I am a ZONE3 ambassador, I have loved being part of the team this year. I am also a wife, mum of two and work...
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Hollie Grant: How Cold Water Swimming Has Helped Me Postnatally
Hollie Grant: How Cold Water Swimming Has Helped Me Postnatally
I wish I could say I’ve always swam, or that I grew up by the sea with a love that ran so deep for it I had to return. The...
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