This instructional guide for all skill levels covers all aspects of the sport, including history and health benefits, how to get started, how training equipment should be used, safety and legal aspects of choosing a swimming location, and acclimatization for both the beginner and the experienced swimmer. The author then explains all technical aspects of open water swimming—sighting, drafting, turning around buoys, entrances, exits, and transitions. The book also discusses nutrition, injury prevention, and rehab.
This instructional guide for all skill levels covers all aspects of the sport, including history and health benefits, how to get started, how training equipment should be used, safety and legal aspects of choosing a swimming location, and acclimatization for both the beginner and the experienced swimmer. The author then explains all technical aspects of open water swimming—sighting, drafting, turning around buoys, entrances, exits, and transitions. The book also discusses nutrition, injury prevention, and rehab.
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Open Water Swimming: A Complete Guide for Swimmers and Triathletes
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Open Water Swimming: A Complete Guide for Swimmers and Triathletes
96Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9781847976093 |
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Publisher: | Crowood Press, The |
Publication date: | 12/11/2013 |
Pages: | 96 |
Product dimensions: | 6.50(w) x 9.30(h) x (d) |