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Sherry from MI ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Toe and foot cramps are THE WORST!!!! There can be a couple of reasons why you are getting them. The first is that you could be dehydrated. I know we hear that all of the time and don't feel thirsty, but did you know the average woman needs about 64 oz of water a day? Incredible, but true! So see if you can increase your water intake. The second is a matter of stretching. Start getting those calf muscles loosened, then move to the ankles and then your feet and toes. Warm, stretched muscles tend to respond better to swimmimg than those that have been cramped into high heels all day. On a personal note, I've been a swimmer for the majority of my life and never experienced toe/foot cramps until I took off some time and then re-entered the pool after a long break. I did find that if I resisted the temptation of pushing off of the wall in the pool, I was able to avert the cramps. Once my body got back into the swing of things, I could use the wall and have no problems with cramps. I hope this answered your question. Be well,
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I'm planning on my first mini this July. I have struggled somewhat with getting foot/toe cramps while swimming. Any suggestions on how to avoid cramps when swimming?! 
Hi Sherry, 
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