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 cold water can help with chronic conditions

Gillian Best set out to understand what pain is and how it affects the whole person – body and mind – and to spotlight the groundbreaking research now reshaping how we think about it.

In this conversation, we explored what she’s learned, why outdoor swimming can bring solace, relief and joy, which kinds of conditions people commonly report it helps with, and what to consider – from pacing and temperature to community, support and safety – when planning your swims. She also answered questions from the audience.

Watch our Q&A with Gillian Best

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