While wild swimming during the depths of winter might seem like a slightly mad idea, it's a pastime that's becoming hugely popular. In fact, part of the ritual of this slow living hobby often involves ...

It’s the middle of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, and while it might not feel like the season for jumping in the water, more and more people are finding an icy plunge invigorating. William ...

Wild swimming has grown massively in popularity in recent times. Not only is swimming outdoors a pleasant way to enjoy the sunshine, fresh air and green leafy surroundings, it can also help to relieve ...

The mere thought of it might make you shiver, but outdoor swimming has long been a feature of the Christmas period. People have touted the health benefits of cold water for centuries, all the way back ...

There is a group of Tasmanians who swim through winter. The Bondi Ice Breakers, who swim regardless of the temperature, are renowned. They do it for the fun, but it also helps them keep the weight off ...

Amy Peden receives funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council. She maintains an honorary affiliation with Royal Life Saving Society - Australia as a Senior Research Fellow. The ...

Some schools in warm-weather regions still have the luxury of training outside at this time of the year. Others will yearn for the chance to again train outdoors. Whatever your situation, here’s a few ...