With IM training in full-swing, its great to get some open water practice. Katie and I are fortunate enough that our gym not only has a pool, but has a lake as well. It's nice when this is behind your gym:
I've been swimming laps in the pool for a couple months, but I finally got in the lake yesterday, as the temperature has crept up to the low 70s, which is a great temperature to swim and not have to bother with a wetsuit if you don't want. There's a 750m loop set up with buoys, and a few other measured distance.
Of course, I immediately had breathing issues when I started swimming. I'm fine in the pool, but as soon as I hit open water, I have problems. At this point, it
has to be a mental issue, so that just means more open water practice. Now that the lake is warm enough for regular swimming, I really don't have much use for the pool. You'll find me in the lake several times a week.
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