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?
No, not a race, just want to swim from Long Island to Connecticut. It is about 7 to 8 miles. I want to do it just to say I did it. It is something I think about every time I look across. I am new to swimming so it is a big deal for me.
I timed myself for 500 yards today and came in about 9 min. That was swimming harder than I would if I was doing distance. I swim a mile comfortably in about 30 minutes. I think that is putting me at at least 4 hours to cross. If I hit a wall figure on maybe 6 hours.
I will have to time my departure to split the tide.
No, not a race, just want to swim from Long Island to Connecticut. It is about 7 to 8 miles. I want to do it just to say I did it. It is something I think about every time I look across. I am new to swimming so it is a big deal for me.
I timed myself for 500 yards today and came in about 9 min. That was swimming harder than I would if I was doing distance. I swim a mile comfortably in about 30 minutes. I think that is putting me at at least 4 hours to cross. If I hit a wall figure on maybe 6 hours.
I will have to time my departure to split the tide.
