I am wondering if any other open water folks deal with Raynaud's Syndrome--extremely cold hands and feet that becomes almost debilitating. Mine has gotten worse in the last two years or so, and with open water swimming in cold conditions, it's been just awful. I deal with color change and pain on an almost daily basis. Sometimes, even after a summer run, I'll be almost unable to use my hands for an hour or so.
With a 10-mile swim coming up, in less than Caribbean conditions up in Vermont, I am getting extremely nervous. This summer, I've been having massive Raynaud's issues because of the crazy weather.
Has anyone else dealt with this? One recommendation is to stay out of cold water--not so much an option!
Thanks.
I haven't yet. I'm thinking about what I might drink. Do you have any recommendations? I've read about people doing chicken broth but I'm not sure I could stomach it.
I'm open to any suggestions for hot beverages! Maybe a St. Bernard could swim out with one of those small kegs of hot buttered rum?
Also, I just happened to check out the blog section of this site--finally--and I have to say, I am very inspired by your determination, especially after your last year. So glad you are healthy and swimming.
I haven't yet. I'm thinking about what I might drink. Do you have any recommendations? I've read about people doing chicken broth but I'm not sure I could stomach it.
I'm open to any suggestions for hot beverages! Maybe a St. Bernard could swim out with one of those small kegs of hot buttered rum?
Also, I just happened to check out the blog section of this site--finally--and I have to say, I am very inspired by your determination, especially after your last year. So glad you are healthy and swimming.
