Simon's tips for returning to training
By the time you read this (fingers crossed) open water venues and lidos will have reopened in England, with indoor pools and gyms set to open on April 12. If you aren’t lucky enough to live near open water, this will be your return to swimming after months of being landlocked. Or if you have never swum outdoors but are keen to give it a go, this could be your first foray into open water swimming. While the temptation is to just fling off your clothes and dive in, here are a few things to take into account to ensure your first swims at your local lake or lido are enjoyable.