Open water swimming is increasing in popularity because of its amazing, liberating benefits for your mental and physical well being

and Even strong swimmers in the pool have to learn how to swim in open water.

Swimming in open water is what makes triathlons interesting since you’re never swimming in the same water twice.

But, the first few practices and even races in open water can be a bit of a shock.

And, we understand it can be intimidating before you even set foot in open water.

For this piece, we’ve researched and compiled advice for open water training. Along with the suggested gear for open water practices.