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“How do I keep up my fitness through winter?”

Swimming coach Cassie Patten recommends a dryland programme for outdoor swimmers to maintain fitness levels through the winter months

“Despite my best efforts my outdoor swims reduce in winter, due to cold water and distance to venues. What can I do to keep my fitness levels up? I’m 73 years old.” Gill

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