Category: Ice Swimming
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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…
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Allegany County Man Drowns While Cold Water Swimming in Cuba Lake | WIVBTV
Allegany County Man Drowns While Cold Water Swimming in Cuba Lake
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Cold Water Swimming for Processing Grief | Jules and Greg’s Wild Swim | BBC Scotland
Aileen Peter tells Jules and Greg about the powerful effects of wild swimming and how it helps her to process the grief of losing her young son.
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![Brass Monkeys of the North Sea [Cold Water Swimming] | Tom Mcguire](https://www.swimmersdaily.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/h2XF_oWzI-8-jpg.webp "Brass Monkeys of the North Sea [Cold Water Swimming] | Tom Mcguire")
Brass Monkeys of the North Sea [Cold Water Swimming] | Tom Mcguire
A 26-minute feel-good documentary about the Brass Monkeys sea swimming group. The group swims off of Seaton Carew in the North East of England all year round. Three of the swimmers are interviewed and they talk about the physical and mental benefits of cold water swimming.