Subject: RE: open water swim Relax your stroke. Don't use up your energy fighting the water currents, your pool technique training will pay off. I agree, swim with a buddy or local club. Wear a bright colored cap so you stand out, don't need a boat, etc running you over because they can't see you. If you get tired, turn over and backstroke or breastroke (although I am not a fan of the breaststroke, it seems like an energy waster for me personally). BREATHE! There is this unusual phenomenon that occurs when you hit the water - you forget how to breathe correctly. Slow down, relax, flip on your back for a moment, breathe deeply until you get your rhythm back. |