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Open Water Anxiety – how do you conquer your fear! (and embrace the 70% of blue playground)

Open Water Anxiety – how do you conquer your fear! (and embrace the 70% of blue playground)

Heading out beyond the breakers can be a scary thing to get your head around for many…but putting the irrational fears into perspective, getting some friends on board and embracing the adventure and challenge is full of rich rewards.  Open water swimming takes us to new places and new adventures, and with a few simple things, those childhood movie fears will dissipate and be replaced with a new world – one the makes up 70% of the earths surface (and is most blue). So what are you waiting for, grab your blueseventy wetsuit and goggles and head out for some fun!

Make the most of the start…don’t get left behind.

Make the most of the start…don’t get left behind.

A good warmup is key to a great swim so don’t skimp.  Even if it looks a tad uninviting, make the most of the pre-start to get your body and mind ready for racing!

 

It’s a great chance to:

Ensure that your blueseventy wetsuit is fitted well and comfortable and you’ve got everything you need.

Your arms, legs and breathing apparatus are warmed up;

When the starters gun goes, you can focus on getting out across the waves with the power of the pack (and in the right direction with no angst about where you’re heading!)