Safety & Training
SafetyInformation
Taking to the open water is much like getting involved in any other sport whether it be climbing, mountain biking or skiing. There are risks associated with it but the risks are manageable. Like anything in the great outdoors, wild swimming is only reckless if undertaken recklessly.
Before taking a dip ask yourself the following:
- Is the water safe and clean? Check the web and the Environment Agency website for info on your chosen swim spot, they give ratings on stretches of water and have loads of other useful info too.
- Where can I swim? Check out our Facebook page, the Outdoor Swimming Society website, speak to your local swim and tri clubs, ask around your local area or buy the book Wild Swim by Kate Rew.
- Am I safe? This where common sense prevails; wear a brightly coloured swim cap, not blue or black, wear a wetsuit for buoyancy and warmth, don’t swim alone swim with friends or meet people through our Facebook page, always tell someone your plans, make sure you’re a strong enough swimmer for the challenge, consider boat cover especially when covering greater distances, always check for tides and currents, watch out for other water craft and pesky fisherman with lines out… oh and above all have fun…
PrepareForTheChallenge
Get the most from the Speedo Open Water Swim Series and prepare for the challenge by:
- Joining in on our swim training program
- or check out our free swimming advice fact sheets (see SWIM FACT SHEETS in menu above)
SwimTraining
What plans are available?
You can choose a 12 week plan for each race distance from 750m through to 3km. (Guidelines will be given regarding the level of swimming ability required at the beginning of each plan)
Who are the plans for?
The plans are for you if you are reasonably active and can swim the distances shown in guidelines at the beginning of the plan and want to complete the race distance comfortably. This may be your first swim over this distance or you may have completed the distance before but want to improve your swim time by following a structured plan – no more going to the pool and just swimming up and down – every session will have an objective!
What will you get?
- A fully structured 12 week swim program with 3 swim sessions a week Progressive overload and recovery periods to develop fitness, strength and speed
- Access to your swim plan online – you can access wherever you are
- Swim plan can be accessed via iPhone
- Swim sessions will also be emailed to you so that you always know what you should be doing
- Reassurance that you are doing the right training at the right time
- A comprehensive online training diary to track your progress
- Email support from a coach at thetrilife.com
- Membership to thetrilife.com – providing training advice, competitions, Ask the Coach, swim clips to help improve your stroke
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