Arguably the single biggest thing that you can do to achieve a better swim in open water is to sight well. The difference in the open water compared to the pool is that there are no black lines, walls or lane ropes to follow and often we can’t see the bottom either. Sounds like a tall order to swim in a straight line then? In the July issue of Outdoor Swimmer coach Paul Fowler gives a beginner's guide to 'sighting'.

Elsewhere in the Health and Coach sections of your new-look Outdoor Swimmer, we look at waterproof suncream, ask whether weeds will really drag you down to the bottom of the lake, Olympic bronze medallist Cassie Patten on how to switch from the pool to open water and coach Dan Bullock sets a friendly training session for you to try. Plus, Viv Rickman is getting us moving on dry land each month and Anna Southwell is ensuring we are well nourished with her healthy recipes.

We have been thrilled with the reception of the new issue and are so excited to share our fresh focus on all things swimming. Read on to find out what else is in the July issue...

Wild swimming walks: This month swim guide Suzanna Swims explores Black Moss Pot in the Lake District.

Island time: Jamaica's wild water rivers, waterfalls and seas.

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