Is there anything more peaceful than paddling out into the open water?
With a long, hot summer coming our way, it’s the perfect way to take edge off of the heat, too.
Wild swimming has always been popular, but ever since lockdown when swimming pools shut their doors, it’s seen a huge surge in popularity – with people taking to Britain’s lakes, rivers and coastline to get their fix.
But what is it that makes taking a dip in nature’s pool so alluring?
Why go wild?
‘Being in nature has been proven to beClaudine Nightingill-Rane, a body image and mindset coach and cold-water sea swimmer. ‘The natural movement of the water can be meditative to watch, and the repetitive movement of swimming sends us into ‘blue mind’ state – a calm and relaxed focus.
