I love open water swimming for so many reasons! And if my previous episodes about the deep - freezing cold - blue did not convince you to give it a go, maybe this week's episode will. This week I'll explore some of the health benefits of open water swimming, both physical and mental health benefits.... Continue Reading →
Jess explores – Cold shock (S3 E8)
If you've been to a beach lately (in the cold spring-days) and you've watched people going for a swim, you'll be familiar with all the gasping and shocked reactions of people entering the water. It's a concert of shrieking, no matter how resilient these people are, they will always gasp for air - why is... Continue Reading →
Jess explores – Open Water Swimming – Part 2 (S2 E47)
I love the ocean and open water swimming is really something that will make you feel alive! So on today's episode I'll explore open water swimming - part 2 (or swimming in the ocean in the winter...). It's gotten cold, which means less people are less out and it gets darker much sooner, so there... Continue Reading →
Jess explores – Open Water Swimming Update (S2 E16)
A quick update on my experience going open water swimming for the first time in 2021. Spoiler alert, IT WAS COLD.
Jess explores – Open Water Swimming for Beginners (S2 E15)
It's open water swimming season (well, to be honest with the right gear it's always open water swimming season!). So this episode, I want to explore with you the ins and outs of open water swimming. Safety first, so you'll hear quite a few health disclaimers to keep you safe and sound and then, and... Continue Reading →