Fitness
Open Water Winter Entry Protocol
Open water winter entry protocol uses short exhale-first entries, shore safety checks, and gradual duration builds—not one heroic plunge.
Open water winter entry protocol sequences shore safety, neoprene where needed, exhale-first immersion, and short first entries before race-pace fantasies. Check depth, current, and exit ladders; never dive headfirst into dark water.
Build duration over weeks at logged temperatures, not one heroic day. Rewarm with dry layers immediately—afterdrop risk rises with long entries.
Abort when lips blue or speech slurs. Buddy presence is mandatory on winter lakes.
Common questions
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How long should winter open-water entries be?
Start under two minutes with known exit and buddy present. Add time weekly only when breathing stays controlled and rewarming is uneventful.
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