Περιγραφή
Open Water Swimming is aimed at all levels from beginners to competing professionals. It covers all aspects of the sport: history and health benefits; an introduction to getting started; discussion on training equipment and how it should be used; safety and legal aspects of choosing a suitable location for swimming; 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.