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Three crossings, one challenge: meet the Viking Triple Crown
Inspired by Viking maritime history, the new challenge brings together the English Channel, SwimÖresund and Beltquerung in one ambitious goal…
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Around the Isle of Wight: a relay swim like no other
What began as a deeply personal tribute to family became a 21-hour relay around the Isle of Wight. Sami Robertson…
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Book Review: Conquering the Straits
Anna-Carin Nordin recounts how she became the first woman to complete the Oceans Seven
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How to plan your Swim Marathon Challenge
Swim the distance of a traditional marathon and help people who don't have access to clean water.
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Are you ready to take on three European river marathons?
The Marathon River Swim Series has been established by three of the most famous open water marathons in Europe –…
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The Weser Ultra: a marathon swim down the River Weser
Para-swimmer and world champion ice swimmer Tina Deeken and her swimming partner Tobias Prüßner have completed a 50km self-supported swim…
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Messing about on the river: an event review of the Thames Marathon
Ben Lane reports on his 13km swim in the infamous Thames Marathon, where "a good mindset, a certain level of…
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Sarah Thomas: Marathon Swimmer
Marathon swimmer Sarah Thomas recounts childhood memories of playing in the water near her grandparents’ small cabin on a large…
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I swam a marathon for WaterAid!
Kasia completed the WaterAid Swim Marathon challenge in 2022, swimming in 15 different open water locations I have been lucky…
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How I’m preparing for my next 10km marathon swim
How to build a training plan for a long distance swim that fits around your life.
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Sarah Thomas: marathon swimmer
Marathon swimmer Sarah Thomas reflects on the theme of ‘hope’ for our May edition of the magazine.
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Marathon Swims 2023 is now open for entries
Marathon Swims 2023 is back at the London Aquatics Centre, inviting swimmers to take on the ultimate challenge – a Marathon…
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Sarah Thomas: Marathon Swimmer
Marathon swimmer Sarah Thomas reflects on the enormous highs and sinking lows of the past few years.
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What should I eat during a marathon swim?
Jelly Babies, caffeine gels or peanut butter sandwiches? Swimming coach Cassie Patten and veteran long distance swimmer Colin Hill are…
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Staying awake for marathon swims
Marathon swimmer Sarah Thomas reflects on how she has persevered through sleep deprivation for her long swims.
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Thames Marathon awarded Racecheck’s Top Rated swimming event for 2022
The Thames Marathon – an endurance swim between Henley-on-Thames and Marlow, along a glorious stretch of river – has been…
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Tales from the WaterAid Swim Marathon
As the WaterAid Swim Marathon wraps up for another year, we talk to two swimmers about the experience and consider…
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Marathon Swims – 10km in the pool
A challenging but fun way to swim 10km, with an option to raise funds for good causes. Simon Griffiths talks…
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10k Marathon Swim Event Guide
Everything you need to know leading up to the 10k Marathon Swim events at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
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Alice Dearing and Hector Pardoe secure marathon swim spots for Tokyo Games
The pair secured their places after strong performances at the Olympic open-water marathon swim qualifying event hosted in Setubal, Portugal
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Dive into a Swim Marathon like no other
If a 10k marathon swim isn’t enough for you, why not add an extra 20 miles and swim a running…
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New 5.5km half marathon distance added to Thames Marathon
As part of the 2021 Thames Marathon on 15 August, Henley Swim have announced that they are introducing a new…
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SwimTayka Partners with the 2021 Thames Marathon
The Thames Marathon (15 August 2021), from Henley Swim, has announced a new 2021 partnership with drowning prevention charity, SwimTayka.…
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FINA CNSG Marathon Swim World Series – Seychelles Race Report
Arianna Bridi crowned the ‘Queen of Seychelles’ as she makes it two years in a row & Marc-Antoine Olivier leads…
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Entries open for Marathon Swims 2019
Marathon Swims has announced the dates for its 2019 event at the London Aquatics Centre as 9 and 10 November,…
