One of my earplugs popped out this morning. Couldn't see where. Never found it.
I am still not used to water going in and out of my ear when I breathe. It was weird trying to breathe on my left side because I'd feel the cold water on my eardrum (I am guessing) and it would really distract me. I know that I probably need to try to get used to this...but I didn't want to struggle throughout my workout today...so I decided to only breathe on the right side and keep going. On occasion I tried the left side again but the feeling just wasn't conducive to focusing on the other 52 things I am trying to learn.
Other than "just do it" can anyone offer any words of wisdom on how to get used to swimming without nose or ear plugs?
It's not that water bothers me. I've done scuba and I am perfectly comfortable in water. Something weird happens when you rotate your head to breathe in freestyle and I can't quite put my finger on it. I opted for plugging everything up so that I can focus on learning at this stage.
Thanks.
If you do get water in your ear, a mixture of 50% rubbing alcohol and 50% white vinegar works great to dry out your ears and help avoid getting an infection. Just drop 1-2 drops in each ear with a syringe.
I just turn my head to the side and shake it violently. This also has the extra benefit of drying my hair at the same time.
If you do get water in your ear, a mixture of 50% rubbing alcohol and 50% white vinegar works great to dry out your ears and help avoid getting an infection. Just drop 1-2 drops in each ear with a syringe.
I just turn my head to the side and shake it violently. This also has the extra benefit of drying my hair at the same time.
