March 2024
March 2024 - Endurance
“I feel dizzy when swimming”
Swimming coach and Olympian Cassie Patten has advice for if you find yourself feeling dizzy when swimming – and how…
Eastern Bay Ice Mile 2024
Simon Griffiths went along to watch (but not participate in) this popular ice mile event in Dublin.
Wild swim retreat: Elmley Nature Reserve
Ella Foote discovers unexpected beauty and wild adventure on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent.
Swims that shaped me: Ella Foote
Much like books we've read, places we've visited and people we've met, our swim experiences shape us. In this new…
Meet outdoor cook Harrison Ward, AKA Fell Foodie
Harrison Ward, known as the Fell Foodie, is an outdoor cook who loves to recreate restaurant-style meals in remote locations.
Weekend swim retreat: The Good Hotel, London
Looking for a London weekend break with a swim in the Thames? Ella heads to The Good Hotel in the…
How I train: Andy Donaldson
Andy is a Scottish-Australian marathon swimmer and a three-time world record holder with records including the fastest time to complete…
Going long distance
Paul Newsome, Head Coach at Swim Smooth, shares his smarter approach to training for long-distance swims.
Is it safe to swim in cold water when pregnant?
Can colder temperatures of open water have a negative impact on pregnancy? Cold water experts Dr Mark Harper and Dr…
Winter freestyle refresher, part 5: putting it all together
Reflecting on the various components covered in his front crawl refresher series – body position and balance, breathing arms and…
March in the swim community
NOWCA and Mental Health Swims give us the lowdown on what they’re up to this month, from creating a natural…
Gifting swimming forward
Olympian, cold water swimmer and British sporting hero. Jonathan Cowie speaks to Swimathon President Duncan Goodhew.
How to choose supportive swimwear
The Outdoors Swimmer team put ZOGGS new supportive swimwear to the test.
Move of the month: arm external rotation
A great move to train for swimming longer distances, this exercise will develop the range of motion of the shoulder…
Jessica Hepburn: Why I swim
Jessica became the first woman in the world to achieve ‘The Sea, Street, Summit Challenge’ – swim the English Channel,…
A mile to a marathon
Have you swum in mass participation events but feel ready to take your swimming to the next level? Coach Kate…
We shall endure
What does it take to swim 183km? Rowan Clarke gets into the endurance swimming mindset.
How to get your head around long-distance swimming
Simon Griffiths offers his insights on how he mentally prepares himself for longer swims in the open water.
Deakin & Blue bring deadstock to life
From one swimsuit to a successful sustainable brand and stylish swimwear collection, Outdoor Swimmer meets Deakin and Blue founder Rosie…
