Hi there-
I've never done an open water swim before in my life. There will be a 1-mile swim in July that I'd like to attend (plenty of time to prepare). LC season is right around the corner (sorta)... but any advice that you could give me would be great. I quickly read over the recent article in our magazine about 'swimming tirelessly' - but I just wanted to get some more tips and pointers. I will really only have access to a LCM pool... BUT, I'm going to be vacationing somewhere near the Atlantic Ocean in June - any advice on how I can maybe get my bearings there (for the July swim), too?
Not expecting to be breaking records or anything, I just want to see if I can do it.
Thanks.
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Thanks for this question, and for the tips you all offer! I am contmeplating doing a 1 mile swim across a river in September and am already anxious about it!!
The swim has been happening for many years and looks quite well supported so I think it will be "safe". I just wonder if I can do it if for no other reason, anxiety taking over my calmness and making me forget all that I know about swimming!!
I am guessing that for a one mile swim there would be no hydration or fueling issues?
I have not yet convinced myself to do this -- we'll see as the time gets closer...:rolleyes:
Thanks for this question, and for the tips you all offer! I am contmeplating doing a 1 mile swim across a river in September and am already anxious about it!!
The swim has been happening for many years and looks quite well supported so I think it will be "safe". I just wonder if I can do it if for no other reason, anxiety taking over my calmness and making me forget all that I know about swimming!!
I am guessing that for a one mile swim there would be no hydration or fueling issues?
I have not yet convinced myself to do this -- we'll see as the time gets closer...:rolleyes:
