Thanks for posting this. I'm not sure what influence we Masters swimmers can have on FINA, but we can have an influence and leadership on our own local USMS OW and National Championships events. I'm not sure if USMS has taken a stance on water temperatures or water + air temperatures, but I think we should be more in line with the 82 degree range the elite athletes were recommending (according to that article). I know every person is different and temperature sensitivity is a sensitive topic, but, as the "elder statespeople" of this sport, can we take a stand on this issue first for our own members' safety and possibly to influence safety across the broader OW racing scene?
Thanks for posting this. I'm not sure what influence we Masters swimmers can have on FINA, but we can have an influence and leadership on our own local USMS OW and National Championships events. I'm not sure if USMS has taken a stance on water temperatures or water + air temperatures, but I think we should be more in line with the 82 degree range the elite athletes were recommending (according to that article). I know every person is different and temperature sensitivity is a sensitive topic, but, as the "elder statespeople" of this sport, can we take a stand on this issue first for our own members' safety and possibly to influence safety across the broader OW racing scene?
