I am in the early stages of training for a long swim (11 hours) in water that will be 62-68 degrees. The water where I lived is in the mid to upper 40s right now. I'm seeking some advice on how to get myself ready to handle 11 hours in water that is around 62. I have time to acclimate (7 months until swim) , but I need some advice on how to do it.
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I never trained in water under 60 degrees f although I have raced in water in the high 40s and 50s it is not fun. 60 to 63 is a breeze. Wear a bathing cap and if you get too warm let some cool water into the cap. If you are able to wear a wet suit it is actually a floating device. Don't do the egg beater kick the change will more than likely lead to cramps. If you stop for any reason just float and use a sculling motion. If you are in the Ocean the water will hold you up with very little effort.
I never trained in water under 60 degrees f although I have raced in water in the high 40s and 50s it is not fun. 60 to 63 is a breeze. Wear a bathing cap and if you get too warm let some cool water into the cap. If you are able to wear a wet suit it is actually a floating device. Don't do the egg beater kick the change will more than likely lead to cramps. If you stop for any reason just float and use a sculling motion. If you are in the Ocean the water will hold you up with very little effort.
