I'm not making it up. June is National Smile Month in the UK (Cheerio!) and National Oceans Month here in the United States. So, smile and get in the ocean!
Smile, it's Open Water Season!
I'm not making it up. June is National Smile Month in the UK (Cheerio!) and National Oceans Month here in the United States. So, smile and get in the ocean!
This also marks the month of NO EXCUSES to getting into open water. Although it's not quite summer by the calendar, it will be shortly. Also, the air and water temps are super favorable for getting open water swimming experience. "That sounds great DelMo, but where am I supposed to get into open water swims?" Well, we've got you covered on this one. Fortunately for you there are plenty of locations to swim in open water! Simply check Facebook for your local triathlon clubs and ask that very question. BUT, if you still want a recommendation I would suggest visiting ETA Coach and signing up for their weekly swims at YMCA Camp Ockanickon in Medford Lakes, NJ. They run a fantastic program plus are conveniently located for those in the South/Central Jersey area. "Yeah, but I live down the Shore during the summer, now what?" Easy answer here... LUCKY FOR YOU everyone's favorite triathlon club 'down the Shore is the Wild Harbor Tri Club. Not only is this club fun to hang out with and solve the worlds issues, but they are ORGANIZED and have weekly open water swims in the back bay and in the ocean.
Our next event is the The Atlantic City Triathlon Presented by Inspira Health Network and it is also the Ultimate Training Race for Ironman 70.3 Atlantic City, which is still open by the way, presented by Inspira Health Network. Remember we have some improvements for our TRI AC event in August:
-The Olympic Race is a USAT Regional Championship Race
-FREE Race Morning Packet Pick Up
-NEW Boardwalk Finish (just like IMAC 70.3)
-Remember, camping is allowed at TRI AC!
There are a lot of great opportunities for athletes of all ability levels to get into the water this summer, be sure to choose the one that is right for you and GET IN THE WATER!
