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All times in EDT | Last updated on July 27, 20241:45 PM2:42 PM2:52 PM Open water swimming is a swimming discipline which takes place in outdoor bodies of water such as open oceans, lakes, and rivers. Competitive open water swimming is governed by the International Swimming Federation, World Aquatics (formerly known as FINA), except when it is part of multi-sport events, which are governed by the World Triathlon.
Mar 2, 2023 · Open water swimming refers to swimming in a body of water that is not a swimming pool. An open water swim might occur in the ocean, a bay, a lake, a pond, a river, and so on. Aside from indoor triathlons, nearly all triathlon races include an open water swim as the first leg of the race.
Whether you are an open water swimming beginner or training for an open water swim race or triathlon, this guide provides everything you need to get started and improve your swim.
Learn about open water swimming from how to prepare for a race to hosting a meet to information on the USA Swimming Open Water National Team.
6-person relay that brings in many accomplished pool and open water swimmers including world open water swimming champions, FINA World Cup and FINA Grand Prix pro swimmers, and NCAA and Olympic Trial qualifiers and top masters swimmers from dozens of states and countries
May 13, 2021 · Open water swimming can offer many benefits: it can better your mental health, sleep and circulation, increase your metabolism, and boost your immune system. It also offers the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors and experience a side of nature previously undiscovered.
Aug 2, 2023 · If you can, start open-water swimming in a lake or protected cove with minimal waves and tides. That way, you can master skills like sighting in relatively calm waters. Credit...
Jun 30, 2021 · But know that open-water swimming is one serious cardio workout that deserves your attention, your preparation, and your safety precautions. Learn how to open-water swim safely from the pros, as well as the risks associated with this fun summertime workout.
Oct 1, 2023 · Beginner’s Guide to Open Water Swimming: Tips and Gear to Swim Outside. Updated: October 1, 2023 by Ryan Jones. Open water swimming is one of the most challenging parts of triathlons. Even the strongest swimmers in the pool have to learn how to swim in open water.
Jul 18, 2024 · Basketball. Beach Volleyball. Diving. Gymnastics. Swimming. Track & Field. Learn the basics of open water swimming, one of the sports that will be contested at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
