Hello all.
I'm looking for tips on training effectively in a high temperature pool. I have a ten second walk to the YMCA near my house (convenient!), but they keep the water temp at 83-86 degrees (unbearable!). They enforce a mandatory cap policy - so my brain is frying after the warm-up. Any way to salvage the great location?!?! Or should I shop for a new pool? Or...
join the Jazz-ercisers????
Thanks...
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Hi,
I coach and sometimes swim in a pool with 82 -86 degrees water temp. We generally make the intervals larger and add extra rest in between sets to help with recovery which takes a little longer then when in a cooler pool. You might keep track of your heart rate to monitor your recovery after fast swimming. Also, keep a bottle of water poolside as you will probably dehydrate faster in the warmer water. One swimmer puts his waterbottle in the freezer overnight and brings it to practice as a block of ice which melts as he swims and provides him with a ice cold refresher. Hope this is helpful, see you at the pool.
Hi,
I coach and sometimes swim in a pool with 82 -86 degrees water temp. We generally make the intervals larger and add extra rest in between sets to help with recovery which takes a little longer then when in a cooler pool. You might keep track of your heart rate to monitor your recovery after fast swimming. Also, keep a bottle of water poolside as you will probably dehydrate faster in the warmer water. One swimmer puts his waterbottle in the freezer overnight and brings it to practice as a block of ice which melts as he swims and provides him with a ice cold refresher. Hope this is helpful, see you at the pool.
