FEATURES
In-depth features that celebrate the vibrant outdoor swimming community, spotlighting extraordinary individuals and their stories.
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Walk more to swim faster
Simon Griffiths shares how walking can benefit your swimming, and lead you to more interesting swimming locations.
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Fuel your adventures with these recipes for outdoor swimmers
Together with Arla, sponsors of the Great North Swim, we've put together this selection of tasty and nutritious recipes for…
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The Rivers Trust responds to the designation of 22 bathing sites
Following a record number of river bathing sites being proposed for designation earlier this year, the Government has announced that…
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How to navigate challenging conditions with confidence
Swimming in rough water needn’t be something to fear, says Paul Newsome.
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Laura Coffey: why I swim
Writer Laura Coffey discovers the redemptive powers of travel, nature and cold-water swimming.
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Get your tickets for a special screening of Disney’s ‘Young Woman and the Sea’ on 28 May
Disney's Young Woman and the Sea will open in select cinemas on 31 May but we can offer Outdoor Swimmer…
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Boulter’s to Bray Swim – 2024 event cancelled
We ask: Is it appropriate to cancel a river swimming race because of pollution fears two months ahead of the…
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Six ways to get more horizontal while swimming
Improving your body position will help you swim faster for less effort
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How to fuel your long-distance swim, plus energy gels tried and tested
Swimming in open water poses unique challenges in terms of energy needs. Read our tips for staying fuelled on long-distance…
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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…