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    1. Health and Fitness

    Up your training game with a 1K swim fitness challenge

    It’s time to discover Speedo's #Make1KWet fitness swap…

    By Jane Kemp
    Published 30 March 2017 In Features

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    It’s time to discover Speedo's #Make1KWet fitness swap…

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    Could this be the fitness game-changer you've been looking for? Speedo is challenging all fitness fans to #Make1KWet. All you have to do is swap 1K of your usual run or cycle, for a weekly 1K swim to boost your fitness.

    That’s because swimming is as good as it gets when it comes to an all-body workout. It builds stamina and fitness, so it can make a huge difference to your overall fitness whether you regularly work out or are just starting up again. Think improved upper-body strength, a stronger core and increased lung capacity, and that’s just for starters.

    Three-times National Triathlete Champion Annie Emerson has devised the Speedo #Make1kWet training programme to help you fast track your way to increased performance, both in and out of the water.

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    You’ll learn game-changing techniques like changing pace, alternating speeds and using drills to increase the intensity of your swimming workout. If you’ve never quite got the hang of breathing techniques – believe us, you’re not alone – here’s your chance to nail it once and for all and transform your staying power in the pool.

    You can also set yourself training goals with the brilliant #Make1KWet challenge. It has three levels and top tips to boost your pool performance, so you’ll reach your targets in no time. And there are tick the boxes for a whole heap of new-season health goals along the way.

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    What you wear makes a big difference – so for streamlining and style, we’ll be in one of these beauties from the Speedo Fit collection. Designs like the Boom Allover Muscleback are available as swimsuits or tankinis, and the entire range is made with comfort-fit fabric so you’ll power through your swim without feeling restricted.

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    Or perhaps you’ll be tempted by this sleek Splice Xback swimsuit? Whichever you choose, all Speedo Fit swimsuits are made with exclusive Endurance+ fabric which helps retains shape and resists fading for longer than any other swim material. Yep, this whole collection deserves a gold medal!

    Think you’re fit? Put your fitness to the test with the #Make1kWet challenge.

    Shop the Speedo Fit swimwear range now at Speedo, John Lewis, Next.co.uk, DW Sports, Intersport and Elverys.

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