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"Acclimatization"From Steven Munatones Definition: the process of adapting to warmer or colder water temperatures and conditions prior to an open water race or solo swim. (noun) Examples: Acclimatization is an important part of preparing for the warm water conditions expected at the Olympics 10K Marathon Swim. Suggested ReadingNew posts to the Swimming forums:Open Water Swim Glossary10km - 10K - 10 kilometerAbandonmentAcclimateBeach FinishBeaufort Wind Force Scale |
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