21. The Cramp
Let us look at a risk that is frequently disregarded but can affect even the best swimmers: cramping in the muscles. In addition to being uncomfortable, these abrupt, excruciating contractions can be fatal in open waters. These incapacitating spasms can occur suddenly due to the combination of physical strain and cold water temperatures. Imagine being unable to stay afloat far from shore due to a muscle spasm. A regular swim could swiftly devolve into a struggle for survival in such a situation, with the very real possibility of drowning. This depressing fact serves as yet another reminder of how dangerous and unpredictable swimming in the water can be.
21. The Cramp
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