By Scott Christiansen, Vitruvy Founder
As a lifelong swimmer and triathlete, I’ve gotten used to a few things: early mornings, cold water, and a sport that rarely gets the spotlight. Most races relegate the swim to a necessary evil—a brief dunk before the “real race” begins. Even swim-run events, which I love, still lean heavily on time spent out of the water.
So imagine my excitement when I saw OCEANMAN officially launch in the U.S. this week—a race series where swimming is the whole point. No transition zone. No bike to catch up. Just you, the water, and miles of it.
Will this become the next Boston Marathon? Probably not. I’m not holding my breath for cheering crowds on the banks of the Charles. But I’m still pumped to see swimming getting the standalone respect it deserves.
Events like these are a good reminder: if you want to enjoy the sport—especially as you age—building strength, range of motion, and resilience outside the water is essential.
That’s why tools like Vitruvy have been game-changing: helping athletes (and weekend warriors) stay healthy, durable, and ready for whatever the sport throws at them.
You can learn more about common shoulder conditions in a recent blog post if you want to swim strong and stay injury-free. Or if you’re ready to take the next step, take Vitruvy’s free Shoulder Assessment today.
