There is a growing body of research on the physical benefits of going for a dip in chilly water, but now researchers are ...

Pulling tow floats behind them, about a half a dozen braved Bray Lake, near Maidenhead, as part of the Blue Space Project. It ...

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 ...

The most robustly supported long-term benefit is the one Ella describes: a profound effect on mood. The science provides a ...

Believe it or not, there are a lot of cold-water swimming enthusiasts in the area, and it's growing in popularity! Dena Marshall, founder of water-strong and cold-water swimmer, joined us to share how ...

Experts weigh in on whether cold water swimming, drinking kombucha and taking vitamins can boost your immune system.

Of the 785 women surveyed, 46.9% said swimming eased their anxiety; 34.5% said it helped their mood swings; 31.1% said it elevated their mood; and 30.3% said it reduced their hot flashes. The findings ...

Cold-water swimming may relieve the physical and mental symptoms of menopause. The corresponding study was published in Post Reproductive Health. Menopause is defined as 12 months after the cessation ...

Ruth Rose, 87, rallies dozens of cold water swimmers each day. BRIGHTON -- For 365 days a year, come rain or shine, Ruth Rose, 87, has taken a bracing morning swim in Seaford, a small coastal town on ...

Island life has its perils. While we no longer have to weather traffic jams and lineups at the gas station, we’ve replaced that with anchoring boats, canoeing through breakers, rock dropoffs and, on ...