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Although I never carry a phone to begin with, as a previous non-swimmer I have started swimming in open water this year ( obviously I learnt to swim as a child
by the-dude 5y ago
Although I never carry a phone to begin with, as a previous non-swimmer I have started swimming in open water this year ( obviously I learnt to swim as a child ).
The 'just you and the elements' part is real, in the open water you can't just stop and get out, you have got to complete what you started. The 'completeness' of the exercise is different than biking or walking : every joint and muscle seems to be involved.
Back on land, the exhaustion is a different level than any other. Very deep breaths. When I get home, I am hungry as hell. Chronically under-weight, I seem to be gaining weight, very happy with that.
The end of summer is approaching and the water is getting colder, I am exploring the indoor pools in my vicinity.
- rytis 5y ago> The end of summer is approaching and the water is getting colder, I am exploring the indoor pools in my vicinity. I don't know where you are, but would wetsuit help to extend the time you can swim in the open waters? Obviously, I'm just assuming you're not doing that already... :)
- the-dude 5y agoIt might. But the problem is not only the temp of the water. If it is overcast, windy and not too warm, it takes a lot of mental strength to engage in the activity. I am a bit disappointed by the entrace fee of the indoor pools : about € 5. These are municipal pools.
- dmos62 5y agoI don't know about you, but I'm particularly motivated by endurance activities in the cold. The mental aspect of accepting the cold's effect on you is often more interesting than the motoric process of running or swimming.
- vivferrari 5y agoYou should read or watch Wim Hof. He advices cold weather exercise. His method involves swimming in freezing waters.