FEATURES
In-depth features that celebrate the vibrant outdoor swimming community, spotlighting extraordinary individuals and their stories.
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Swims that shaped me: Simon Griffiths
Outdoor Swimmer founder Simon Griffiths shares the swims that have shaped his life over the years, from his childhood swimming…
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Watch our webinar about nutrition for swimmers: all you need to know
What should you eat before, during and after your swims? Watch our webinar hosted by Simon Griffiths and James Phillips…
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Sports unite for cleaner water
Seven national governing bodies of water-based sports have announced they are forming an alliance calling for clean open water across…
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May in the swim community
NOWCA and Mental Heath Swims share their latest news, including lifeguard training and an exciting new peer support venture in…
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“How do I prepare for a 6.5km swim in 10 weeks?”
Swimming coach Cassie Patten answers this reader Q about how to prepare for the around-Brownsea Island swim in June –…
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How to invent your own swimming drills
We use swimming drills to help us focus on and improve our technique. There are lots to choose from but…
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Weekend swim retreat: The Roundhouse, Wye Valley
Hide away in this romantic spa retreat in the Wye Valley, complete with a rooftop swimming pond and waterfall.
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Don’t blame it on the weatherman
In Matt Gaw’s new book, In All Weathers, Matt immerses himself in the elements and discovers there is more than…
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Wetter by design
Rowan Clarke delves into the fascinating evolution of our swimming kit, and how these humble items can go way beyond…
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How I train: Ivan Puskovitch
Ivan is an American open water swimmer who will be competing in the men’s 10km at the 2024 Paris Olympic…
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Wandering Ireland’s wild west
Mountain hikes, lake swims and foot-stomping live music around every corner, Killarney’s Wander Wild Festival has something for every kind…
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It’s time to start planning your summer of swimming
Brush up on your open water skills and plan ahead now to make the most of summer swimming season, says…
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Into the blue
Glowing blue along the entrance to Brixton Recreation Centre in London is a series of cyanotypes of swimmers by artist…
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Swim faster next year
Focus on general fitness and health for long-term improvements in your swimming
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UK marine life unveiled in stunning Earth Day showcase
To mark Earth Day (22 April), the Marine Conservation Society has unveiled a vibrant display of photographs that graphically highlights…
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Top 6 swim-walks in North Devon
'Wild Swimming Walks Exmoor and North Devon' is a new book by Matt Newbury and Sophie Pierce. Here are some…
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Swimmers wanted for river quality monitoring
Wildfish needs citizen science volunteers for SmartRivers
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How to fall in love with swimming
If you want to be a lifelong swimmer, it’s a big help if you love swimming. That might sound obvious,…
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A swimmer’s guide to Split, Croatia
On the eastern shore of the Adriatic Sea, Croatia’s second city has plenty to offer swimmers.
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Watch our entire video wetsuit series – everything you need to know about wetsuits
Do I need a wetsuit for open water swimming? How do I choose the right one? And how do I…
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Is it time for a spring review of your open water swimming kit?
How to check if your open water swimming kit is ready for the open water season, how to repair a…
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Guernsey: That island feeling
With French influence and British culture, Ella Foote discovers that Guernsey is a perfect destination for swimmers who like a…
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What’s the motivation behind your open water swimming goal?
When you set your open water swimming goals, what really matters is your underlying reasons.
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New musical inspired by the story of Save Grange Lido
Inspired by true events, 'All Those On Board' follows the story of a group of determined swimmers, desperate to restore…
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Move of the month: back extension
This move strengthens the back muscles and gives the muscles at the front of your body a good stretch