sore mouth from open water swims

Former Member
Former Member
What do you do to keep your mouth from getting sore/pickled from longer ocean swims. The first hour of so is okay but after 3 my mouth is gettign very sore and stays that way for a few days. I think its from salt water getting in when I breathe. I'm now recovering from a 6 mile swim-my mouth is the only hting that hurts, and contemplating a 10mile swim and I need HELP so my mouth can make it! I was drinking water/sports drink every 20-30 minutes although i don;t always have that opportunity. Thanks!
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  • Sure, they work great during a swim where you have support. They won't cost you any time because you can chew and swim at the same time...do try them during a training swim so you can determine that they won't bother you...and don't overdo them just a couple......another tip for when you finish your 10 mile swim: buy your support a few nice cold ones! good luck....
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  • Sure, they work great during a swim where you have support. They won't cost you any time because you can chew and swim at the same time...do try them during a training swim so you can determine that they won't bother you...and don't overdo them just a couple......another tip for when you finish your 10 mile swim: buy your support a few nice cold ones! good luck....
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