One of the most common questions I get asked is why I continue to swim in open water throughout the winter when what I actually train for is ultra-distance and marathon swims. The simplest answer? Because I love it. 💙 There is nothing quite like slipping into freezing cold water and feeling the noise of … Continue reading How Winter & Ice Swimming Impacts My Ultra-Marathon Swims
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SLSC Cold Water Swimming Championships 25/01/25
It was still dark when I left home, and the roads were eerily quiet as I used my TriRide to get to the train station. I knew trains weren't running but had booked my assistance and had it confirmed that I would be put in a taxi as I can't get on the coaches they … Continue reading SLSC Cold Water Swimming Championships 25/01/25
I’ve lost count of what week of training it is…
I started the week strong with an open water swim in Hampton, followed by the 4th Bars and Bells session where we learnt all the different exercises that are possible with Kettle Bells. Monday night was then a pretty intense coaching session for BRJ. I think most people's response when they saw the set on … Continue reading I’ve lost count of what week of training it is…
British Long Distance Swimming Association Championships, Colwick Park
The British Long Distance Swimming Association put on several events each year, but I have never attended one before as they’re expensive. However, I wanted to end my open water season on a high so decided to take part in the event at Colwick Park in Nottingham. For this event I would be entirely … Continue reading British Long Distance Swimming Association Championships, Colwick Park