June 23 I'll be trying my longest open water swim in
Saratoga Lake NY--5 miles. Water temp is expected to be
60-65 degrees. I have a torso type wet suit and will wear
head cap and ear plugs. I hope to finish in 2:15 to 2:30.
Any advice as to what to expect/eat/drink/pace/etc?
I'll have my own escort canoe as required by the rules.
I feel physically prepared, but am new to this.
Parents
Former Member
Leonard hit the nail on the head with his “lose the wet suit suggestion.” If possible, swim this as a purest. Speedo, goggles, cap and ear plugs only.
Stop using warm water in showers ASAP. You should have been taking cold showers the past month or two. This will help acclimate you to cold water.
Leonard is right about chewing the original Power Bars. However, they now make a gel Power bar that works GREAT! Eat few of these in the next few days before workout and if it sits ok in your system, go for it.
Make sure your earplugs do not come out. Cold water and ears do not play well in the sandbox together.
Have a great race.
Leonard hit the nail on the head with his “lose the wet suit suggestion.” If possible, swim this as a purest. Speedo, goggles, cap and ear plugs only.
Stop using warm water in showers ASAP. You should have been taking cold showers the past month or two. This will help acclimate you to cold water.
Leonard is right about chewing the original Power Bars. However, they now make a gel Power bar that works GREAT! Eat few of these in the next few days before workout and if it sits ok in your system, go for it.
Make sure your earplugs do not come out. Cold water and ears do not play well in the sandbox together.
Have a great race.
