Tips & Safety Advice For Your Next Ocean Swim

Tips & Safety Advice For Your Next Ocean Swim | Sea Swimming For Beginners

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Ocean swimming is different from swimming in a lake or a river. All types of open water swimming is exhilarating and bring with it so many benefits, but it does come with a certain number of risks. Heather is here to cover tips specific to the ocean for how to prepare for your next sea swim!
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Swimming in the ocean is notably different from swimming in a lake or a river. All types of open water swimming is exhilarating and bring with it so many benefits, however, it does come with a certain number of risks, the good news though, with a bit of planning they can be managed.
Today Heather will be covering those specific to the ocean, including how to prepare for a sea swim and what to expect when you do take the plunge.
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@gtn 4 жыл бұрын

Where is your favourite place to swim? Let us know by leaving a comment!

@parttroll1 4 жыл бұрын

Had a great time swimming and body boarding on Coca Beach in Florida way back in 2000.

@tombowman5281 4 жыл бұрын

In mountain tarns

@tonythomas8435 4 жыл бұрын

love swimming in the ocean but i always swim parallel to shore.

@vandriolo 4 жыл бұрын

Praia da Costa, Vila Velha/ES, Brazil

@redarrow2912 4 жыл бұрын

Tony Thomas Me too. I live in Malta & swim 2km a day between May & November. I don't swim if it's so deep that I can't see the bottom.

@Jeppelelle 4 жыл бұрын

I'm probably the worlds fastest swimmer, if a seaweed or anything touches me while swimming it freaks me out so you bet your ass i will start running on water

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think you're alone on that one.

@goated-yt2370 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂👍

@lunchmoney1545 3 жыл бұрын

Haha this foo funny

@DontComeBack. 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah nice 😂😂😂😂😂

@Beautiful_Sound_1995 3 жыл бұрын

Well if you're running on the water then that's not swimming.

@QueenMakeda1 3 жыл бұрын

I've always been comfortable swimming in the pools no matter the dept but whenever I go to the beach I never swim as freely due to my fear of getting caught in a rip tide or a real strong current. But after I watched this video, you all took away a lot of my fear I have about swimming in the ocean. I feel a lot more knowledgeable and comfortable with the ocean. But I'm definitely going to consult waaay more with my local lifeguards and surfers. Awesome video guys, thank you so much 🤙🏽🤙🏽💙💙🌊

@jamestiburon443 2 жыл бұрын

I used to swim about 100 yards off the coast in San Diego. 1 day, a 14 foot Tiger shark swam under me by about 10 feet. I am haunted by those stripes. I expected to be attacked any second on my fast 5 minutes to shore. I only swim in pools now. Lol

@nejoenemba432 2 жыл бұрын

Cap

@miguelpina5594 2 жыл бұрын

Thank God your alive, here you. have God to be saved by knowing the gospel which is the death,burial n resurrection of Jesus Christ and baptism at a Church of Christ (Acts 2:38)

@miguelpina5594 2 жыл бұрын

@@nejoenemba432 here you go Im glad Your here. God loves you and I love you. have God to be saved by knowing the gospel which is the death,burial n resurrection of Jesus Christ and baptism at a Church of Christ (Acts 2:38)

@flip7194 2 жыл бұрын

@@miguelpina5594 ???

@chrisgumapac8610 2 жыл бұрын

sharks are very peacefull but they can bite but coconuts kill more people lol

@giovannygutierrez4930 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I just crossed the U.S.-Mexico border from Imperial Beach into Tijuana. I swam around the wall that goes into the pacific ocean and landed back in playas de Tijuana and met up with a friend. Mexico is more fun to go to. On fridays the lines are hours log but not if you swim.

@nickchung8961 10 ай бұрын

Underrated comment

@patrick7228 4 жыл бұрын

I've always been scared as hell to swim in the ocean so much respect to those that do!

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

The sea should always be treated with respect but give it a go with some friends, take things slowly and you'll find the enjoyement, trust me.

@sahelamiri2191 3 жыл бұрын

Heather Fell yes it’s very true today I went to an ocean .. there were many dangerous currents I was scared to go but when I saw other kids going then I said when someone smaller can do it then why can’t I ? And then i was enjoying over there until the lifeguards said everyone to come out of the ocean since there was a storm ! It was really good experience!

@poopandpee123 3 жыл бұрын

@@heatherfell_oly how do i make the salt water not burn my eyes though? like i got the tiniest bit of salt water in my eyes when i was at the beach and it started burning like crazy i had to get out and dry my eyes with my towel. thats really the only thing stopping me from going in and swimming, oh and getting water in my nose but i can get nose plugs or something.

@heatherfell_oly 3 жыл бұрын

@@poopandpee123 Goggles all the way!

@lunchmoney1545 3 жыл бұрын

Yes facts me to but I'm contemplating on join a meet up that swims in the ocean to over come my fears

@otakuleveledup8458 3 жыл бұрын

NO!!! Don’t swim in the sea as a beginner. Nearly all the sea deaths from rip tides are know are from beginners or people trying to fight the currents rather than swim parallel or tired water and wait for a life guard. Swim only if you’re good in the pool and look at the flags and make sure there is a lifeguard. Disputes the dangers it’s really fun :D

@marknicola3336 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this information. I've been learning to ocean swim gradually and yesterday went for a longer one, which raised a lot of new questions. This video answered the one about how to identify a rip while already in the water... Thank you!

@michaelvamper5793 4 жыл бұрын

I recently had the chance to swimm in the ocean and i loved it

@evielune Жыл бұрын

Looks like it wasn't your last time since then ;)

@pauladam9317 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That was good info.

@yiannis_christodoulou 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video its great. For me was at the World Aquathlon championships in 2016 in Cozumel. Clear sea and got to see a turtle swim past me while racing.

@petterikaristo9528 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful channel, thank you! I would love to see some content of everyday people training for their first triathlon, exceeding their limits etc. Maybe even first time ironmans and also really beginners. How they feel, how they practise, how much, what gear they use and so on. :) Greetings, Low-budget beginner

@jannievictor 4 жыл бұрын

I'm in the process of starting something like that to help the beginner runner and triathlete. Things that the really "slow/beginner" guy can relate to.

@titaniumdiveknife 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative stuff. Well done.

@DB-sm2do 4 жыл бұрын

If you aren't sure what a rip looks like : At 3 minutes in video look for the rip pretty much in the middle of the beach. Good to see you asked the lifeguards. If you haven't done sea swimming before, look for your local surf lifesaving club to do a season with. You'll probably learn a lot and may even find a new sport/passion... And get to think about buying more toys!

@adrianmayhew6835 4 жыл бұрын

Good to see a bit of Devon coastline with Hilly. Solid advice🤙.

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adrian, a treat to film in my home county.

@The_classicnoob 4 жыл бұрын

Well done Heather.. you really do a great job..thank you

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Thomas, hopefully we'll get more people enjoying sea swimming safel.

@alisontriathlonlover 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips 👌thank you 😀

@bbqworld2103 Жыл бұрын

Great info thanks

@DiveMonkey24 4 жыл бұрын

Started doing ocean swims in December last year after moving to Port Elizabeth. Love swimming at Hobie Beach and can't wait to get back in the water when these lockdown regulations are finally sorted out here in South Africa!

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

What a lovely part of the world for sea swimming.

@jamestiburon443 Жыл бұрын

You are asking to be killed by a shark. I DOUBT you have figured out your reaction to when you die. I also bet you don't read books. Just your cell phone.

@kokobeware525 Жыл бұрын

Great video

@JustJane1972 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I live by the sea and would advise estuary knowledge. As our waters go out fully (gower peninsula) and come in again via strips which catch people out every year.

@derspen 3 жыл бұрын

Love swimming in the ocean

@katharinajohn1339 Ай бұрын

THANK YOU

@jaydesimone4297 3 жыл бұрын

This is great general info! It would be awesome to have a follow-up video with stroke and breathing information, too. I've been trying to swim in the ocean and struggle with a mouthful of water every time a swell comes in at the same time I'm catching a breath. It would be great to see some stroke/breathing techniques to maximize movement through the water as well as minimizing mouthfuls of water rather than air.

@debsagan8469 2 жыл бұрын

Try breathing earlier in your stroke.

@islaxx4365 3 жыл бұрын

I never knew it was dangerous I oop I just yeet my self in

@youth756 2 жыл бұрын

i can swim all day in ocean but i am afraid of the creatures that lives inside it

@chrisdawes3944 4 жыл бұрын

good vibes :)

@ranjannayak7511 3 ай бұрын

So many variables to consider! I will just stick to swimming in my inflatable pool 😅

@Anna-oj9dq 4 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait to get back to swimming! I would love to try open water swimming but I’ve never done it before so want to wait for my coach!!

@annawilkinson6837 4 жыл бұрын

Open water swimming scares me

@fitfunfun2555 4 жыл бұрын

You just gotta breath!

@Anna-oj9dq 4 жыл бұрын

Fitfun Fun and swim!!

@montyvictoria8878 4 жыл бұрын

Victoria Wilkinson same!!

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

Check out our beginner open water videos too for some more specific tips.

@Recon6 2 жыл бұрын

I am afraid of swimming away from the beach. A small shark was under me. I wear goggles when I swim so I will not go far out anymore. Also depends wear you are watch out for jelly fish

@sqmp446 3 жыл бұрын

Salty water and low visibility, makes it more challenging, pool is nothing

@Mostfasyam 2 жыл бұрын

Swimming in salt water such as seas and oceans is easier than swimming in fresh water such as pools and rivers.

@rayane--21pilots8 2 жыл бұрын

@@Mostfasyam right riiight that's why competition are in swimming pool

@jzjzjzj Жыл бұрын

@@rayane--21pilots8 it kinda is once you get past the waves as salt water can be more dense and easy to float in if there arent many waves

@skateskape 4 жыл бұрын

I think I gotta stick to the pool for now

@slipnpitch1894 3 жыл бұрын

Anglesey. Beautiful

@user-dr4sv6vy1l 3 жыл бұрын

Is that Croyde bay?

@rugby4528 4 жыл бұрын

Always swim with a friend. Next shot a person going swimming by herself🤭.

@matthewwoerner2642 3 жыл бұрын

Love Gulf of Mexico F.L. and not like other people who are safely close to shoe. For me I have too get adrenaline Rush.so I try to get out at night and swim straight out until the dolphins start swim with me. What a great feeling 😜

@abusement_park 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@f.rdizzy649 2 жыл бұрын

Whats day bree

@samk8847 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dear !🙂

@jannievictor 4 жыл бұрын

All three my Ironmans (1X full and 2x 70.3) have been at the coast of South Africa. I live 600km from the coast and it's not fun getting there and being met with really rough seas. All 3 times. I unfortunately only swim because I have to... The rules say I must.... :-)

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

VR racing might be for you, the swim is replaced with a run.

@jannievictor 4 жыл бұрын

@@heatherfell_oly I've done the #7. Getting fit again after the lockdown. I always complain about the swim. But it's so rewarding when you do get out of the sea and your race actually starts. 💪

@GabrielCalva-se9od 3 ай бұрын

I used to swam a bit when I was in college I was a rookie but I swam fast, when I got married I went to the Galápagos Islands for our honey moon, we dove and snorkeled a lot there, one day my wife freaked out while we were snorkeling among small sharks (tintoreras) she swam so fast she left me alone with the sharks I couldn't continue swiming cause i was laughing incontrolably, when she reached the boat she jumped on it like a sea lion.

@tylerfilkens5842 3 жыл бұрын

i went on a cruise wonce and they used salt water in the pools like dummies so i got real bad chafing

@guillerme_2005 10 ай бұрын

I lied to the military that I knew how to swim and now I know that I fucked up

@aliwaqas5168 Жыл бұрын

Today 3 people died in front of my eyes at the beach of Naples italy..it was terrible incident 😢.

@robbiewaldron1661 2 жыл бұрын

Is it recommended to use a wetsuit in the ocean regardless of the water temperature?

@andrewharichandran3465 2 жыл бұрын

Look up benefits: float easier, warm, self-confidence in water, repels water to make you swim faster, respect that shows you are serious to others, compression on muscles body has a benefit too

@jzjzjzj Жыл бұрын

@@andrewharichandran3465 also expensive

@vizguru 3 жыл бұрын

What are your favorite swimming gloves?

@sandeepsuresh7670 3 жыл бұрын

👌

@alexcya7978 2 жыл бұрын

I want to do this so bad but...I have Thasslophobia 😫

@jameshallfishing3377 4 жыл бұрын

I love ocean swimming. Just wondering though. When the water gets to warm for a wetsuit what to wear to protect yourself from sea creatures?

@rolandcottle4 4 жыл бұрын

Get yourself a big bottle of shaving foam for jellyfish stings. I swim everyday in Ireland and the jellyfish are out at the moment. Works a treat

@bunnyman6321 9 ай бұрын

@@rolandcottle4Thanks

@Bibisbis 2 жыл бұрын

I’m scared of ocean since any shark or anything I can’t swim fast and I’d panick, so idk why I’m here 💀

@Scorpiorisingtwo 2 жыл бұрын

I fell of a banana boat when I was 13 and felt a fin touch my back and I never forgot that since. I only liked when the school of manta rays swam through me.

@fatbongripz4207 Жыл бұрын

yeah but i dont have any friends. and my family is always busy so i have to go alone. will make sure to bring a life jacket

@imterribee 4 жыл бұрын

Um... Did I miss the part where you said what to do if you see a shark? 🦈🤔

@ma_zyc 4 жыл бұрын

You're not the only one who missed it :)

@heatherfell_oly 4 жыл бұрын

I was wondering if that would come up, of course be aware of the waters close to you, it's not something we need to deal with in the UK.

@mpampis.10 3 жыл бұрын

It is on where u live. It isn't easy to see a shark and especially at attacking one

@mayur_old4397 3 жыл бұрын

Just 2ml seawater inside my mouth is enough to make my stomach cramp up, badly

@RmsQueenElizabeth Жыл бұрын

Beach

@wataki2 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like he's saying a little boy

@jamestiburon443 2 жыл бұрын

But I have some fins in my life

@a.4016 3 жыл бұрын

🥰❤🥰

@MatthewAtkinson 4 жыл бұрын

What about sharks? lol

@wataki2 3 жыл бұрын

I know

@mpampis.10 3 жыл бұрын

You won't find sharks that easy. It is on where u live. If u live in mediterian sea u won't find. If u live in an ocean don't worry many sharks are friendly

@youssoufkamil1190 3 жыл бұрын

@@mpampis.10 I saw one recently in the Red Sea and i was scared shit.... freaked out

@shahbazfawbush 2 жыл бұрын

So what if I want to go swimming in the ocean but I don't have anyone to swim with me? How can I mitigate the risk? Eg if a I take a tow float or other inflatable and a whistle, compass, and smartphone in a ziplock. Would that be enough to replace the benefit of swimming with someone else?

@Mostfasyam 2 жыл бұрын

Swimming in places that contain marine lifeguards suffices. I can say that it gives you 95% safety, and then you can take your own precautions by checking the weather and making sure the area is safe. Ask the lifeguard how far you can swim and other things you mentioned, but the most important thing is the presence of a marine lifeguard.

@pastorgootladorababu323 2 жыл бұрын

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@andrewharichandran3465 2 жыл бұрын

Amen!

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🙏🌹❤🇱🇰👍

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