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Published: Fri, 04/15/16

Are you still talking about getting out to your local open water swimming spot or have you actually started swimming again? In the UK at least the water is still on the cool side but we've seen plenty of videos and photographs from swimmers who are keen to get going. Don't worry if it's not quite warm enough for you yet. Instead, take a look at some of the most popular content on our website from this month while you wait for the temperature to creep up a little more.

1. Avoid the one-speed trap

Fiona Ford shares a couple of training sets to help you train for speed and avoid becoming a one-speed plodder.

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2. Two in a row for Mark Deans at Redbull Neptune Steps

Described as an ‘uphill swimming race’, the Red Bull Neptune Steps event is more of a cross between an open water sprint and an obstacle course.

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3. Flexibility matters

A lack of flexibility will almost certainly negatively impact your swimming performance.

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4. Five essential nutrients to fuel your swimming

The human body requires consumption of 50 essential nutrients to ensure optimum health. Every time you eat is an opportunity to nourish your body.

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5. The RLSS launches new open water lifeguard qualification

The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK), the Drowning Prevention Charity, has launched a new Open Water Lifeguard qualification.

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Order our new issue from us directly

Did you know you can order one-off copies of H2Open Magazine from us directly? Why not get yourself a copy of our April/May issue with comprehensive event listings for the year, advice on how to improve your swimming and inspirational swimming stories? Our April/May issue also includes a free guide to Masters Swimming.

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