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World Para Triathlon Series To Be Held In Swansea In 2024

The 2024 World Para Triathlon Series will be held in Swansea Waterfront this year. The triathlon event for athletes with impairments will be held on 22 June.
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Swimming Goggles Are Older Than You Think

Swimming goggles are an essential tool for open-water swimmers and divers, but whilst they were popularised in the 1970s, they have been used for centuries.
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Award For Grandmother Who Took Up Triathlons In Her 50s

A Scottish woman who took up training for triathlon events in her late 50s and is now 70 has won an award for the best performance from Triathlon Scotland.

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Confidence Boosting Tips For Open Water Swimming

Confidence Boosting Tips For Open Water Swimming

Swimming in cold water is a learning curve but it’s well worth the effort. Here are some tips to help you feel more confident and comfortable in the open water.

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Tickets Go On Sale For 10th Croyde Ocean Triathlon Event

Tickets have gone on sale from 1 December for the 10th anniversary Croyde Ocean Triathlon Event in North Devon. The event will be held on Sunday July 14, 2024.
Sarah A
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Where Does The Tradition Of The Boxing Day Dip Come From?

The Christmas season is almost upon us and come Boxing Day, brave groups of people up and down the country will be taking the plunge into the icy British seas.

Sarah A
 Cold Water Swimming - changing robes

Why Cold Water Swimming May Help To Boost Your Immune System

Cold water swimming might not seem to be an obvious way of protecting yourself from picking up viruses, but in fact it can help to boost the immune system.
Sarah A
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Tips For Transitioning From The Pool To Open Water Swimming

Many keen pool swimmers at some stage become interested in making the transition to open water. Here are some pointers for your first cold water adventure.
Sarah A
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How A Fitness Debate Led To The First Ironman Triathlon

A swimming club and a team of road runners kept arguing about who was fitter, which led to the creation of one of the world’s hardest annual endurance events.
Sarah A
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Top Tips To Make Your First Cold Water Dip Go Swimmingly

If you are new to the world of cold water swimming, no doubt you will have a few nerves before your first dip. Here are some tips to have fun and stay safe.
Sarah A
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Why Age Is No Barrier To Being A Top Triathlon Competitor

Triathlons are the ultimate athletic challenge, consisting of swimming, cycling and running events in quick succession. However age is no barrier to success.
Thomas Reed
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What Are The Best Lidos And Outdoor Pools In London?

If you are thinking about discovering the joys of cold water swimming, now’s the time to grab some gear and get going. London has many outdoor swimming pools.
Thomas Reed