Base Training Zones

REMEMBER ALL WORKOUTS ARE TO BE DONE WITH APPROPRIATE SAFETY

The Base Training Zones are a companion guide to our Workouts of the Week, to help you get an idea of what to expect from the training set, and what you should look to feel towards the end of your dive. Being aware of how and when your body reacts to carbon dioxide loads is key to mentally prepare yourself for the discomfort, and to stay relaxed in the face of the contractions. 

Zone 1 - no urge to breathe or discomfort is felt
Zone 2 - urge to breathe/contractions for 3 - 5m of the swim. Approximately 5 - 10 sec
Zone 3 - urge to breathe/contractions for 10 - 15m of the swim. Approximately 20 - 30 sec
Zone 4 - urge to breathe/contractions for 20 - 25m of the swim. Approximately 40 - 50 sec
Zone 5 - urge to breathe/contractions for 30 - 35m of the swim. Approximately 60 - 70 sec
Zone 6 - urge to breathe/contractions for 35m+ of the swim. Approximately 70 sec+

REMEMBER ALL WORKOUTS ARE TO BE DONE WITH APPROPRIATE SAFETY