I have a goal of being able to do a 7 to 8 mile open water swim.
What kind of training program will get me there? What type of workouts leading up to the attempt? Should I do the full distance at least once prior so I know I can do it, or if I do 5 miles comfortably, then I know I can do the 7?
I was going to try it this year, but I don't think I am ready, so I will attempt it one year from now.
Also, what type of nutrients and fluids should I have my escort bring?
One final question, what is the optimum water temperature for this attempt? I will be using a wetsuit. Is there any precautions regarding jelly fish?
Any one with long distances have experiences to share?
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I guess I have done more long distance swims than anyone else here.
When getting ready I would swim 1 hr 2 hrs never more than 3 hrs at a time. Sometimes 1 hr and a 2 hr swim, or 2 x 2 hr swims in a day. I have even entered a 28 mile race without being in the water for 9 mons. With a wet suit it woud be easy. Ideal temp over 65 degrees under 70 degrees. In all the races I have been in only ran into Jelly fish once and after hundreds of stings during that race I was seeing things that were not there.
I guess I have done more long distance swims than anyone else here.
When getting ready I would swim 1 hr 2 hrs never more than 3 hrs at a time. Sometimes 1 hr and a 2 hr swim, or 2 x 2 hr swims in a day. I have even entered a 28 mile race without being in the water for 9 mons. With a wet suit it woud be easy. Ideal temp over 65 degrees under 70 degrees. In all the races I have been in only ran into Jelly fish once and after hundreds of stings during that race I was seeing things that were not there.
