April 2024
April 2024 - Travel
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What are sneaker waves?
Also known as a sleeper wave, a sneaker wave is a disproportionately large coastal wave that can appear without warning.
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Outdoor swimming kit we love this spring
Size-inclusive hiking and swimwear, protein-boosted breakfast cereal and a change robe designed with wheelchair users in mind: a round up…
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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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How to choose prescription goggles: our experts put six to the test
Whether it’s clearly sighting a course, deciphering the lido clock or simply enjoying the scenery, having the correct prescription goggles…
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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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Open water swimming masks reviewed
Panoramic vision, optimum comfort and protection from wildlife and the elements: swimming masks can offer a real benefit to open…
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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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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
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Preparing for a swim event abroad
Entering a swim event abroad? Paul Newsome, Head Coach at Swim Smooth, tells us how to arrive on the startline…
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How can I avoid cramp when swimming in deep water?
British freestyle swimmer and open water coach Cassie Patten has advice for avoiding cramps when swimming in open water and…
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How can I train to swim long distance front crawl?
British freestyle swimmer and open water coach Cassie Pattern has advice for a 79-year-old swimmer training to swim the Henley…
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Period swimwear: does it actually work?
Does period swimwear actually work, and can you trust it? We speak to an expert and put three swimsuits to…
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How I train: Peter Plavec
Peter Plavec first started swimming six years ago. Now he is an ice and marathon swimmer and social media swim…
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Weekend swim retreat: The Pierhouse Hotel, Argyll
Editor Ella Foote heads to Argyll in Scotland for loch dips and serious seafood at the Pierhouse Hotel
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Something to declare: the rise of swim holidays
As swim holidays come of age, Rowan Clarke finds out how they’re bringing us more joy than ever before.
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April in the swim community
NOWCA's Sub10 Club – encouraging swimmers to brave water temperatures below 10 degrees – surpasses last season and Mental Health…
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The Fell Foodie’s muesli recipe
Packed with fibre and complex carbohydrates, muesli is the perfect breakfast for fueling your morning swim.
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A celebration of swim travel
Get ready to embrace the travel and adventure opportunities in swimming, says Simon Griffiths.
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Swims of the unexpected
Jonathan Cowie shares his most memorable swims around the world, from an icy skinny dip in Sweden to a jungly…
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Best open water goggles
Polarising lenses with UVA/UVB filters for open water, anti-fog protection or a soft cushioned fit: whatever your priority when choosing…
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How to design the perfect pair of goggles
What goes in to designing the perfect pair of swimming goggles? They might look simple but a lot of time and…
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Take your front crawl outside
Adapt your swimming to open water: sighting and navigation. Simon Griffiths has your guide.
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Jerrie Roberts: why I swim
73-year-old Jerrie holds the Guinness World Record for the oldest person to swim an ice mile.
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Daniel Start: Wild Thing
Rowan Clarke meets adventurer, photographer, author and publisher of some of our favourite adventure and wild swimming books, Daniel Start.