The author started learning to swim in 2025, and is aiming to perfect Total Immersion whilst facilitating whole body strengthening.
Graceful / effortless methods to try
- Total Immersion 1 to begin with.
- Swim Smooth, for advanced.
Risks & mitigation
| Risk | Mitigation |
|---|---|
| Swimmer's Ear | Use ear plugs |
| Swimmer's Shoulder | Form & alignment |
| Rhomboid pain | Reduce intensity; engage core; bilateral breathing |
Gadgets
- Garmin Forerunner 165 for tracking
- Tempo Trainer to work on tempo
There is also “Ocean Walker” but it appears to be a repackaging of TI.