Tri Girl
05-04-2006, 03:52 PM
Today I went for my first open water swim (with a wetsuit and all). Aside from the fact that the water was freezing and it kept taking my breath away, I really enjoyed it.
Dealing with sighting and the waves was so foreign, and yet I enjoyed the challenge. I swam with 2 guys who were pretty experienced and helpful. I think I like the open water, although it was pretty scary not being able to see the bottom (I think I'm hypnotized by the black line in the pool). I loved the flotation the wetsuit gave- I wish I could wear it every time I swam.
I've never had to do an open water tri, and I'm doing one in 2 weeks, so I thought I'd better practice.
What do you ladies think about open water swimming? Any tips you can pass along?:)
Dealing with sighting and the waves was so foreign, and yet I enjoyed the challenge. I swam with 2 guys who were pretty experienced and helpful. I think I like the open water, although it was pretty scary not being able to see the bottom (I think I'm hypnotized by the black line in the pool). I loved the flotation the wetsuit gave- I wish I could wear it every time I swam.
I've never had to do an open water tri, and I'm doing one in 2 weeks, so I thought I'd better practice.
What do you ladies think about open water swimming? Any tips you can pass along?:)