Want to swim like a dolphin? 🐬 Remember to order your copy of the December issue of Outdoor Swimmer

Published: Fri, 12/17/21

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Maximise Your Potential

In the Coach section of this month's Outdoor Swimmer magazine we learn from dolphins and look at energy direction in the water – coach Tracey Baumann explains how to ensure maximum forward momentum while reducing lateral and vertical movement. Olympic medalist Cassie Patten answers your question: “How can I increase my confidence to swim longer distances?” and Dan Bullock of Swim for Tri shares an adaptable endurance pool training sessions - a simple session with multiple outcomes.

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Elsewhere in the December issue:

On the Cover

Queen of the Channel – Chloë McCardel’s record breaking 44 crossings of the English Channel

Features

Just One Mile – Tackling an ice mile
The Mermaid, the Otter and the Poo – Clean river campaigner Lindsey Cole
The Eternal Swim – the tragic history of deaths in the English Channel
Immersed – Kate Sollohub’s portraits of swimmers
Extending the Season – Lidos experimenting with winter swimming

Plus

Saving Windermere – Environmental campaigner Matt Stanieck
Sarah Thomas – “I’m Not Great, But I’m OK”
Wonderful Winter Swimming – Stay safe in the cold this season
On Test – Neoprene accessories
Christmas Gift Wish List
2022 sunshine swim getaways
What’s your most memorable festive dip?
Race Report – When jellyfish attack!
Swim List – Skinny dipping
Swims Around… Birmingham

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