April 2024,  COACH,  Coach Cassie,  EXTRA,  You Ask, We Answer

How can I avoid cramp when swimming in deep water?

British freestyle swimmer and open water coach Cassie Patten has advice for avoiding cramps when swimming in open water and staying safe

“I had a terrible experience with a body crunching cramp in my calf in deep water. I needed two people to help me.

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