Subject: RE: running2far's Group - Closedso I got my first OWS at a lake on saturday and it was not a pretty sight. I basically froze and could not go for more thant 10 strokes without stopping. With the water being as cold as it was, I was not exhaling properly under water. I did not panic but did not feel comfortable at all. master's swimming is helping, but I have not been able to go over 1300 yds per session. I am pretty sure I need to increase my swim to build up endurance and feel more comfortable Is it better to do longer sets 200-300 rather than 25/50's? Should I swim more often or try to go for the 2500 yd session even if it takes me longer? I will incorporate one long swim at least once a week. Do I need to do intervals or go the distance? Do you have a different set of goggles for OWS? any recommendations? |