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Able-Bodied In The Open Water

Courtesy of WOWSA, Huntington Beach, California. Years ago, we debated with decision-makers in the sport that disabled athletes could compete in and enjoy open water swimming. "The risk is too high." "They will panic in the water." "They cannot navigate in the ocean." "Their parents and caregivers will never give permission for them to swim in the

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Running And Swimming Here And There

Courtesy of WOWSA, Huntington Beach, California. The most exciting parts of an open water swim for most spectators include: 1. The run-in at an onshore start 2. The finish of a close race 3. Bodysurfing into the finish 4. The scramble around the turn buoys, especially at the start when the packs are large in number 5. The feeding frenzy at the feeding

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