We have nearly sold out of the February issue of Outdoor Swimmer, so if you want get your hands on our 'Swim Happy' issue this is your last chance! Here is a taster of what you can find inside.
On the cover
Swim Happy: Swimming outdoors every day to beat the winter blues
Features
Interview: Attila Mányoki: Attila is one of a select few to have completed the Oceans Seven – seven of the most iconic sea swims on the planet.
The Silent Epidemic: Becky Horsbrugh reports on global drowning prevention programmes
Swimterview: Rachael Boughton. Poetry and outdoor swimming and the urge to capture our swim experiences.
Watery Women: Sirens and sea goddesses – the history of mythical and deified women of the sea
A Bleak Future: Lido Guide author Emma Pusill reports on the fate of Kenilworth lido
Coach – Maximise Your Potential
Going for Goals! Rowan Clarke guides us through summer race goals
Pool Page: Dan Bullock serves up a sneaky swim session to get you fitter and faster
Motivation: Emma Levy and Tracey Baumann help keep you motivated in your winter training
Event listings: Comprehensive UK and international race listings
Regular Columnists
Sarah Thomas on the power of supporting other’s goals
Joe Minihane on swimming on his own terms
Alice Goodridge on wild winter winds
Caroline Saxon on her swim tribe
Simon Griffiths on the problem of unsafe venues
And Also!
Travel: Tresco’s Finest. An open water swimming retreat led by double World Champion Keri-anne Payne
Eco Pages: Dahlia anemones, beavers and trees in winter
Swim List: Jonathan Cowie on the thrill of the ice