|  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? |