Formula
Pace per 100 = time ÷ distance × 100. 100 yards = 91.44 meters.
Example
1,500 yards in 30:00 is a pace of 2:00 per 100 yards (2:11 per 100 meters). At that pace, a 1,500 m swim takes about 32:49.
Tips
- Open-water swims are usually slower than pool swims at the same effort.
- A wetsuit can make you faster by improving body position.
Frequently asked questions
Is a yard pool faster than a meter pool?
The distance is shorter (91.44 m per 100 yd) and there are more push-offs, so times are faster.
What is a good pace?
Many adult fitness swimmers swim 100 m in 2:00 to 2:30; competitive swimmers go well under 1:30.
See also
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