Do you know how to swim—but what if something goes wrong? Do you think you are completely safe in the water just because you can swim laps in a warm, controlled indoor pool? True water competence is put to the test when conditions change. In this four-part article series, we dive beneath the surface to explore the unpredictable risks of open water, from sudden cold shock and muscle cramps to the hidden dangers of jumping from piers. We introduce modern swim gear from swim belts to center snorkels, debunk the dangerous myth of loud drowning, and test water skills while…
