Greetings all
I'm planning to swim the Alcatraz Shark Swim in July. I'm very excited about it. I'm new to swimming but I've consistently put in 45 minute swims three or four times each week since October. I've timed my mile (please confirm 36 laps or 72 lengths) at 33 minutes. I plan to do open water swims when things warm up a bit. But in the mean time, what can I do to prepare myself in the pool? Longer swims? Should I minimize my wall push during flip turns to more closely simulate open water conditions? Once I hit the open water, what's the best way to approximate distances?
Also, I'd love to read stories of your Alcatraz swim experiences.
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Thanks for the info. I'm a bit concerned about the start. I've read in this forum about getting kicked by the masses. I'm also concerned about having my goggles knocked off. Do open water swimmers carry extras?
Thanks for the info. I'm a bit concerned about the start. I've read in this forum about getting kicked by the masses. I'm also concerned about having my goggles knocked off. Do open water swimmers carry extras?
