I was a competitive swimmer for 13 years, but have not been in the pool much in the last 10 years. Yesterday i watched my boyfriend complete his 2nd marathon and I was inspired to look into an open water swim. I have not done one since I was 8.
I was hoping someone could post or forward me a program with workouts that starts in he pool and gradually eases me into the ocean. I have looked at other posts and have not found workouts that have really inspired me. I have about 3 months until the local open water. I am in pretty good shape, but need to ease myself back into the pool.
Thanks.
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Originally posted by Rob Copeland
The biggest thing is to get in the water and train to regain your technique and endurance, working on distance per stroke and navigation.
I was lost during a storm swimming accross Lac St Jean in Quebec the waves were so high you could not sight on anything. I spotted smoke in the air and headed for it. After swimming for a while an airplane started circling over head and after that a power boat showed up. They said follow us George and we will get you to the finish. As I approached the finish line the airplane that found me crashed into the lake with one survivor.... a baby. George Park www.swimdownhill.com
Originally posted by Rob Copeland
The biggest thing is to get in the water and train to regain your technique and endurance, working on distance per stroke and navigation.
I was lost during a storm swimming accross Lac St Jean in Quebec the waves were so high you could not sight on anything. I spotted smoke in the air and headed for it. After swimming for a while an airplane started circling over head and after that a power boat showed up. They said follow us George and we will get you to the finish. As I approached the finish line the airplane that found me crashed into the lake with one survivor.... a baby. George Park www.swimdownhill.com
