5 Tips To Conquer Open Water Swimming

5 Tips To Conquer Open Water Swimming
 
Estonia’s Henri Kaarma is no stranger to the challenges of open water swimming. The 2014 World Open Water Swimming Man of the Year transitioned to open water swimming over seven years ago after a successful career in the pool. And he didn’t choose the easiest path, either. Henri decided to take the ultimate open water challenge and embrace the extreme sport of ice swimming. From slowly getting used to swimming in temperatures colder than 5 degrees Celsius (41 Fahrenheit)…
Henri rapidly excelled at the sport, becoming one of the fastest and most talented ice swimmers in history. In addition to setting several world records in various distances for the sport of ice swimming, Henri took part in one of the most dangerous open water swims ever to be undertaken – the Bering Strait Swim relay.
We thought it would be exciting to hear some words of wisdom about open water swimming from Henri himself. Here are some of his valuable tips for anyone venturing into the field, whether for triathlons, open water races, or just for fun!