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The benefits of ice baths
Rowan Clarke finds out why so many swimmers sit in backyard baths, barrels and tubs full of icy water
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Lido love
When Jonathan Cowie lived in London, it was Tooting Bec Lido that first kindled his love for open air pools.…
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This little piggy went to Essex
So much more than a bed a breakfast, but not as impersonal as a hotel, Ella Foote heads to Piglets…
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How do I improve my technique to avoid Swimmer’s Shoulder?
Swimming coach Cassie Patten answers a reader question about how to improve their swim technique to avoid further shoulder pain.
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Somerset Swim Retreats
Simon Griffiths took a weekend off racing for some welcome rest and recreation in the South West of England… but…
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Two modes swim training
Simon Griffiths explains why it's beneficial to have two modes for your swimming training, which can sometimes mean leaving the…
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How to maintain swim fitness without pool training
No pool? No problem. Jonathan Cowie explains how you can maintain your swim fitness with some dry land training, including…
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Intuitive swimming: the power of the present
Have you trained for hours without seeing results? Brian Holliday wants you to move with the water rather than fight…
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Poison in the pool: a history of chlorine
How a deadly chemical became the world’s preferred means of keeping swimming pools clean and tidy. Elaine K Howley investigates.
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A pool of one’s own: the rise of natural swimming pools
With an increased interest in outdoor swimming there is a new demand for privately-owned natural swimming ponds. Ella Foote takes…
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Queer swim groups: We are family
A new wave of queer swim groups are embracing the benefits of cold water and community.
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Trash, lice and tankers: a lap around Staten Island
Daniel Shailer shares Leslie Hamilton's story of her record-breaking swim around Staten Island, braving rusting hulks and sea lice.
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What about men?
In a woman’s world, Rowan Clarke finds out why it’s important to advocate for male outdoor swimmers.
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A community of adaptive and disabled open water swimmers
When Sophie Etheridge started a Facebook group, she inadvertently created a community of swimmers with disabilities where every small win…
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What is Mental Health Swims?
The story behind the mental health peer support community, Mental Health Swims.
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Tricks of the mind: swimming in the Faroe Islands
Ben Lane undertook a magnificent swim in the Faroe Islands. Here he shares the mental and physical challenges of exploring…
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How do I get my motivation back after an injury?
Swimming coach Cassie Patten has advice for those who are returning to training after a break or are feeling too…
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Communities that swim together, stay together
Over the last ten years there has been a boom in black and brown swimming communities. The development has enabled…
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My life in sea creatures
Sabrina Imbler’s book, My Life in Sea Creatures, was published last year. It is part memoir, part science, with Sabrina’s…
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Lido guide: Stand up and be counted
Despite the positive impact a local lido can have on its wider community, outdoor pools continue to struggle due to…
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Wild swimming spots in North East England
Sarah Banks, author of Wild Guide North East England, chooses 10 of her favourite places to swim in the North…
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Immersive journalism
Two reporters steeped themselves in marathon swimming to deliver the tales of this waterlogged sport. By Elaine K Howley.
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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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Peterborough Lido and the legacy of Walter Cornelius
Outdoor swimming under the gaze of a legendary Latvian lifeguard. Jack Bright uncovers the fascinating stories behind Peterborough Lido.
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What’s the cause of my hip pain while swimming?
Swimming coach Cassie Patten troubleshoots a reader's hip pain, and shares some tips for preventing further discomfort.
