How To Swim In Cold Water | Essential Cold Water Swimming Tips

Open Water Swimming has become a popular activity this year, with the many health benefits it can bring. Heather speaks to an expert, Dr. Heather Massey, to get the science behind our body’s reaction and how we can best prepare so we can enjoy that elation you feel after a cold water swim.

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This year has seen a dramatic increase in open water swimming and it looks set to continue as we head into winter. The water temperature is going to significantly drop, so if you are serious about continuing on through and swimming in cold water there are some important things you need to consider.

Heather speaks to an expert, Dr Heather Massey, to get the science behind our body’s reaction and how we can best prepare so we can enjoy that elation you feel after a cold water swim.

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