Yo u Ask, We Answer!
Training and coaching ideas, questions and frustrations – let our experts help you swim better!
This month’s expert:
CASSIE PAT TERN – British freestyle swimmer and Head Coach at Wavecrest Swimming. Cassie won bronze in the 10km open-water event at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
QUESTION
I have entered an open water event this summer. It’s longer than I’ve ever swam before and I’ve never swam an event in open water. I’m starting to get a bit nervous. Have you got any tips on what I should be doing to prepare myself both physically and mentally?