If you do get in an accident that leads to a broken derailleur, you’ll likely be looking at spending upwards of $100 to replace it. The derailleur itself will cost around $50 and the hangar that holds it will cost around $15. If you bring it into a shop, you’ll also need to pay for the labor, which can be anywhere from $40-$60 depending on your location
The evidence says that endurance athletes tend to live longer than people who are not competitive athletes. All those health benefits stack up and prevent a host of diseases that can cause people to die at an earlier age. A 1993 study in Finland found that endurance athletes tend to live almost 6 years longer on average than those who don’t exercise.
One can swim in a rash guard in the pool or ocean, though, it may not be as comfortable as other options available on the market. While rash guards initially gained their popularity with surfers to help them avoid painful chafing (rash), from the constant contact of their body with the surfboard and the aquatic (ocean water) environment, they have since become popular for those simply swimming and/or lounging by the water- whether it’s the pool or ocean (beach)- and wanting a little added cover/protection.
Yes! You can, indeed, wear polyester in the pool. In fact, swim apparel made from a polyester blend is one of the best options to wear in the pool. A polyester blend will resist the chlorine (i.e., maintain its color longer/won’t fade as quickly; colorfast), hold its shape, resist abrasion and pilling (i.e., the fuzzball look), and have a soft and comfortable fit/feel.
Once one has been cleared to return to physical activity (or sent to physical therapy) after sustaining a broken toe, they will want to avoid activities that require significant weight-bearing and/or are high-impact, especially concerning the toes. Thus, swimming is a great option. (Just be sure to ease into it as one does not want to prolong their current healing process/recovery or re-injure themself).
A good general rule of thumb is to do the highest priority training first to avoid getting drained. That being said, one should avoid pairing two high-intensity efforts back to back. Even brick workouts are typically done at a low to moderate effort (not sprinting).