TAKE ON THE ARLA GREAT NORTH SWIM WITH BREAST CANCER NOW Are you ready for a challenge? Join Team Now for the Arla Great North Swim in Windermere, Lake District! On 7-9 June, take part in the UK’s largest open water swim and help make a difference for people affected by breast cancer.
With a range of distances to choose from, all surrounded by stunning scenery, there’s a swim for everyone. Sign up today and start raising money for vital breast cancer research and support. At Breast Cancer Now, we’re here to change the lives of people affected by breast cancer. How? By combining the power of life-saving breast cancer research and life-changing support. Our vision is that by 2050, everyone diagnosed with breast cancer will live, and be supported to live well.
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Fuel your adventures with these recipes for outdoor swimmers
Whether you’re wild dipping or marathon swimming, it's important that you're properly fuelled. Working with Arla, sponsors of the Great North Swim, we’ve compiled recipes for outdoor swimmers. Read more... |
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Best spring suits for swimmers
Shorties, long Janes, neoprene swimsuits: spring suits are a great option for when you don’t need a full suit, ideal for warmer waters or for taking part in a swim run event. Read our expert reviews. Read more... |
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How to swim in rough conditions
Swimming in rough water needn’t be something to fear, says Channel swimmer Paul Newsome. With tips on body position, sighting and adapting your technique. (Premium content) Read more... |
STAY INFORMED & SWIM RESPONSIBLY |
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22 NEW BATHING SITES PROPOSED The Rivers Trust responds to news of a record number of river bathing sites being proposed for bathing
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SUPERMAN BUOY TURNS Even if you never want to enter a swimming event, learning how to turn quickly and efficiently around a buoy is a
useful skill.
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WANDERING IRELAND'S WILD WEST Hikes, lake swims and foot-stomping live music: Killarney’s Wander Wild Festival has something for
every kind of adventurer.
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SWIMMER'S SMOOTHIE RECIPE Whizz up this simple and nutritious smoothie – ideal for post-swim adventures. Recipe by the Fell Foodie,
Harrison Ward.
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Outdoor Swimmer – the magazine for adventurous swimmers |
Expand your swimming horizons and achieve your swimming dreams.
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MAY 2024 - THE GEAR ISSUE
- 16 pages of gear reviews from swimwear to wetsuits and shorties.
- “Help! I don’t understand training jargon" Olympian Cassie Patten has your guide.
- How to plan ahead and make the most of event this season.
- The history of swimming kit and Channel
grease.
- Learn how to swim in challenging conditions with confidence.
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WIN an adventure bundle from Seashell – worth £450
Whether you’re plunging into the ocean or exploring hidden waterfalls, this package has everything you need: an adult changing robe; a kids changing robe, 25l drybag, two towelling robes and two merino beanies. Enter now... |
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WIN a team entry to a 24hr Swim Relay
Level Water is giving you the chance to win a free team entry, for four people, to a 24hr Swim Relay of your choice! There are six events to choose from, all at beautiful lakes across the UK. Enter now... |
BEST FEST 2024 (7 swims over 7 days: 5k, 1.9/3.8k, 1.5k, 2.5k, 3k, 7/10k and 4x500m)
25 May | Colonia Sant Jordi, Mallorca, Spain
Find out more... GREAT NORTH SWIM (250m, half male, 1 mile, 2 miles, 5km, 10km) 7-9 June | Windermere, Lake District
Find out more... 24HR SWIM RELAYS (24hr challenge) 8 June | Shepperton 15 June | Clevedon 22 June | Bedford
Find out more... BHF BOURNEMOUTH PIER TO PIER SWIM (1.4 miles) 29 June | Bournemouth
Find out more... Browse our full list of events. To promote your event here, please email stuart@outdoorswimmer.com. |
TIP OF THE WEEK: RETURNING TO OPEN WATER? TAKE IT EASY If you’re returning to open water swimming after a winter of pool swimming (or no swimming!), we suggest you take it
easy on your first couple of swims. Get used to being back in open water, swim at a steady pace and enjoy the experience. If you then want to introduce a training element, try experimenting with swimming at different speeds. Do a circuit where you increase your speed after every turn, or swim 20 strokes fast and then 20 steady. Make a game of it and have fun. See here for more open water training tips.
Simon, Ella and the Outdoor Swimmer team Lead photo: Orca, Spring suits for swimmers
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