Category: Ice Swimming
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Woman “Prescribed” Cold Water Swimming To Treat Her Depression | SWNS
A woman who was “prescribed” cold water swimming to treat her depression says the activity has ‘saved her life’. Helen Downham, 37, went through a string of traumatic events between 2019 and 2022 – including leaving a relationship, losing her job, and breaking her leg. The single mum-of-one already suffered with mental health issues but…
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Maine Woman Sets World Record, Swimming 75 Meters Under Ice in Norway | News Center Maine
Mandy Sumner is a free diver who recently broke the world record, swimming 75 meters in frigid waters.
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Swimming to Antarctica – Daniel Slosberg on Lynne Cox’s Cold Water Swims | Unpacking The Problem
Daniel talks about his teammate and friend Lynne Cox’s swim to and around Antarctica, and rules that follow from English Channel Swim rules, and how to prepare.
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Aussie Swimmer Conquers the South Pole in Budgie Smugglers | 7 News Australia
An extreme swimmer from Queensland has joined a handful of people to have swum the north and south pole, pushing his body to its limits in the freezing polar ocean.
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Wim Hof: The Story of the Iceman | Guinness World Records
Wim Hof, also known as the Iceman, is an athlete known for his conquering of the cold. After losing his wife, he found a great way of coping with the pain was swimming in ice and from there, developed the Wim Hof method of breathing. Here is his story.
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Is Swimming in Ice Water Good for You? – Guinness World Records
We visited the Ice Swimming Championships to learn the benefits of swimming in freezing water and to monitor the numerous records broken at the event.
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Seattle Open-Water Swimmer Melissa Kegler Promotes Body Positivity in the Swimming World | The Seattle Times
Melissa Kegler, an elite open-water swimmer who specializes in long-distance swims, recently broke the U.S. national distance record for IISA’s Ice Mile event with a 1.4-mile swim in 39.2 degree water in 51 minutes and 26 seconds. Her goal is not only to excel in this extreme sport but also to foster community and body…
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Ice Bathing: Latvia’s Signature Winter Sport | Focus on Europe | DW News
Ice baths are a popular health trend and beneficial for the body and mind. For many Latvians, ice baths have been a weekly ritual for years. The activity is popular with all generations.
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Extreme Swimmer to Take on Antarctica in Budgie Smugglers | Sky News Australia
Long-distance swimmer Lynton Mortensen discusses his latest challenge as he is bound for the Antarctic. Mr Mortensen said the water temperature is anticipated to be at zero degrees. “And it’s just the pair of the good old budgie smugglers, cap and goggles,” he told Sky News Australia. “So there’s no wetsuit. “We’re aiming for an…