Advice for Women, 50 at 50 and the Marathon Swimming Librarian

Published: Wed, 06/28/17

 
 
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The July issue of Outdoor Swimmer is a celebration of the joy of wild swimming. There is more to swimming outdoors than organised events and races; wild swimming gives you space to experience nature, adventure, freedom and creativity. Whether you like dipping in tarns in the Lake District or swimming across lakes in Switzerland, our wild swimming special will inspire you to have your own wild swimming adventures. The new issue is on sale in shops from tomorrow or you can buy directly from us.

Outdoor Swimmer and Castle Triathlon Series have teamed up to create a new 5km and 2.5km race and a special one-mile family & leisure swim on Saturday 23 September. Macmillan are delighted to be able to offer a limited number of free charity places at the Hever Castle Swim. You can take up one of these free places by selecting one of the ‘Free Macmillan Charity Entries’ on the registration form. Macmillan just ask that you fundraise £100. Enter here.

Enjoy this week's newsletter and happy swimming.

Jonathan Cowie
Editor, Outdoor Swimmer 

PS. Don't forget to check out the offers section of our website for money off all kinds of swimming related goodies – including Swimovate, SwimSecure, Charlie Mcleod Sports Cloaks, PowerBreather and 15% discount on a range of thermal base layers from Eskeez.
 
SWIMTHEISLAND
SWIMTHEISLAND

Dive into the magical atmosphere of SWIMTHEISLAND, one of the most exciting open-water swimming events in Europe. It will take place in the Italian region of Liguria, one of the richest in history and maritime culture and develop along a stretch of coast which is really interesting from a naturalistic point of view: the Marine Protected Area of Bergeggi, where you can find a priceless heritage made of underwater caves and such spectacular diving points.
8-9 October 2017 - Bergeggi (SV) - Italy 

More info: http://swimtheisland.com/en/

 
>>PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Photo Contest
​​​​​​​James Kirby took this photo of Robert Hudson swimming in Blea Tarn against the stunning backdrop of Great Langdale in the Lake District. In each issue of the magazine we publish a selection of your images in our Selkie Reader Photo Contest. To be in with a chance of having your photo featured in the magazine and winning outdoor swimming kit and apparel from Selkie Swim Co send us your best swim pics.
>>ADVICE FOR WOMEN
Advice for Women
"DO NOT GO ABOUT LIKE A FLOATING COFFIN, ENJOY YOURSELF" 

Jenny Landreth, author of Swell, A Waterbiography, explores the advice given to female swimmers in the 19th century.

>>READ MORE

>>NEWS
Danube
ROMANIAN LIBRARIAN TO SWIM LENGTH OF DANUBE 

Avram Iancu aims to be the first person to swim the 2,800km length of the River Danube.

>>TRAINING
Challenge or thbreat
CHALLENGE OR THREAT?

Develop your own challenge strategy to ensure you perform to your potential.

>>INSPIRATION
50 at 50
50 AT 50

Celebrity personal trainer and sports scientist Greg Whyte is celebrating his 50th birthday year by embarking on 50 swimming challenges​​​​​​​.

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Total Immersion
WIN A TOTAL IMMERSION VIDEO STROKE ANALYSIS SESSION

We have four 20-minute video stroke analysis sessions to give away at the Outdoor Swimmer Show, which takes place alongside the Henley Mile on Sunday 9 July.

Orca 2-piece
WIN AN ORCA RS1 TWO-PIECE WETSUIT WORTH £290

Two piece wetsuit. No zip. Perfect fit. Perfect Comfort.

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WIN A PAIR OF AQUA SPHERE KAYENE GOGGLES

Delivering 100% UV protection, Aqua Sphere’s Kayenne goggle with polarised lenses is a favourite with outdoor swimmers. Now available in a cool new black and citrus frame, this outstanding goggle delivers Aqua Sphere’s much-loved award-winning 180 degrees of panoramic vision as well as extended up and down sight to give swimmers an impressive unobscured window on the world.

Join us and the exhibitors below at the Outdoor Swimmer show at the Henley Mile on Sunday 9 July
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The Outdoor Swimmer Show combines an outdoor swimming expo with a chance to get in the water to test the latest kit or just to enjoy a casual swim. Try on a wetsuit or book a swimming holiday and be inspired by our great speakers and guest coaches. The Outdoor Swimmer Show takes place alongside the Henley Mile and is free to attend. Henley Mile swimmers, their families and supporters are automatically registered. If you are not taking part in one of the Henley Mile swims but would still like to come along to the show, please register here.
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