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  • Transient Global Amnesia (TGA)

    When swimming erases memory

    Dr Mark Christie reports on the strange phenomenon of Transient Global Amnesia (TGA) in open water swimmers

  • Squats

    Squats: A fundamental movement for life

    Squats aren’t just for the gym. This simple, fundamental movement can build lower-body strength, power and mobility, helping you swim…

  • peanut butter cookie dough bars

    Peanut butter cookie dough bars: the perfect post-swim treat

    This recipe by Isabelle Kilroy is a great way to meet some of your unsaturated fats daily intake while enjoying…

  • Blue health

    Blue Health: The healing power of water

    For our latest Virtual Event, we met Blue Health coach and author Lizzi Larlabestier, who shared with us how blue…

  • The best shampoo for swimmers

    Skin and hair can really suffer with regular swimming in chlorine or salt water. Read on for our round up…

  • Skincare for swimmers

    Protect your skin from the harsh effects of chlorine, salt water and windburn with these innovative products

  • The best sunscreen for swimmers

    What's the best sunscreen for outdoor swimmers? The unique combination of water reflection, continuous immersion and abrasive wetsuit friction requires…

  • joint health

    Swim to support your joint health

    Did you know swimming is one of the most joint-friendly ways to stay active?

  • supplements for swimmers

    What supplements are beneficial to swimmers?

    Supplements for swimmers focus on hydration, muscle recovery and performance. Jo Tinsley spoke to four nutrition experts for their recommendations.

  • How open water swimming can help with chronic pain

    In our latest Virtual Event we spoke with swimmer, philanthropy writer and author Gillian Best about how outdoor swimming and…

  • Moon salutation

    How to do Moon Salutations

    While sun salutations are generally an invigorating morning yoga practice, moon salutations are thought to be more calming and often…

  • Swimmer's Ear

    Swimmer’s Ear: why it happens and what to do about it

    Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi shares his expert guidance on Swimmer's Ear, including why it happens and how to treat and prevent…

  • Goggle marks, be gone!

    Goggle marks are the bane of all swimmers heading to work – but with a bit of TLC for your…

  • Swim away the pain

    Can cold water help with chronic pain? Rowan Clarke asks philanthropy writer, author and swimmer, Gillian Best

  • It’s never too early to start

    Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi reveals how early positive experiences with movement and outdoor environments can shape habits that last a lifetime

  • Myth busting: is cold water immersion bad for women?

    Recently there have been suggestions across social media about how cold water immersion is “bad for women”. It sounds authoritative,…

  • Herb House

    Breath, water and vibration

    Breathing correctly makes us better swimmers, but can working on breath on dryland helps us in the water? Ella Foote…

  • Calm nervous system

    Five ways to calm the nervous system

    Personal trainer Liz Lowe recommends five simple actions to help reduce perceived stress and soothe the nervous system for a…

  • Italian wedding soup

    Sustain your swims: Italian wedding soup with lentils

    Chef and food writer Claire Thomson shares healthy meals for longer swims from her new book, One Pan Beans. Try…

  • Split pea and Ham Soup

    Sustain your swims: Split pea and ham soup

    Chef and food writer Claire Thomson shares healthy meals for longer swims from her new book, One Pan Beans. Try…

  • Joint health

    How to age well: supporting joint health through swimming

    Having healthy joints is key to aging well. We reveal how swimming provides a low-impact way to support joint health…

  • Shoulder exercises

    Shouldering on… continuing our two-part dive into shoulder mobility

    Personal trainer Liz Lowes shares the second part of her shoulder rehabilitation guide

  • Shoulder exercises

    Shoulders fit for swimming

    Efficient swimmers need strong, mobile shoulders, says personal instructor Liz Lowe

  • Swim skills

    Want a healthy brain? Develop your swim skills!

    Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi reveals how developing new skills in swimming does wonders for your mental health, memory and your brain's…

  • ankle mobility

    Ankle mobility for swimmers

    Building ankle strength and flexibility can literally propel your swimming technique, supporting a more effective kick, says personal trainer Liz…

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