When the alarm clock chimed at 4:30am this morning, I didn’t leap enthusiastically out of bed. I hit the snooze button 3 times and reallyRead More
Author: Steve
In a prior post, I outlined the the “cold shock” response that the human body experiences during a sudden immersion into cold water. To recap,Read More
There are a number of really cool triathlons that take place in the Great Lakes, but the gold standard in my opinion is the GreatRead More
As part of an effort to keep Chicago’s beaches and swimming areas clean, I will be scheduling intermittent beach visits to conduct tests on theRead More
If you really want a “signature event” to cap off your summer, it’s hard to beat the Alcatraz Challenge, which takes place in San FranciscoRead More
In order to swim comfortably in the bracing waters of Lake Michigan, I gear up in layers. 1) Tyr jammer swimsuit 2) ONeill 13 OunceRead More
Okay. You’ve worked on your “inner game.” You’ve identified the value or values that are providing the motivation you need to override all instincts ofRead More
In two of my previous posts, I outlined the clinical/scientific criteria and conditions relevant to hypothermia. However, there are no absolutes in any open waterRead More
The Great Lakes are one of the most spectacular natural wonders of our world. The word “lakes” is actually a misnomer. These massive bodies ofRead More
On September 16, 1967, Chicagoan Ted Erikson swam from the Farallon Islands to the Golden Gate Bridge. The 31.5 mile swim took Ted 14 hoursRead More