IMMERSION THERAPY A basic guide to approaching different bodies of water Story and Photos by | Calum Maclean
‘You never feel more alive.’ It’s a sentiment that underpins why so
many of us love to swim outdoors. But the simple act of immersing yourself in a body of water isn’t always as straightforward as it may seem. Author of 1001 Outdoor Swimming Tips and
passionate wild swimming campaigner Calum Maclean gives us some of his top tips for swimming in different types of water.
MAIN: Leaping into the Bay of Kotor, Montenegro TOP LEFT: Forgot your tow-float? Just grab hold of a nearby boat. The extra resistance makes for great training. BOTTOM LEFT: Always pack your swimming gear. Many of my favourite pools, including this one, have been accidental finds. FACING PAGE, BOTTOM LEFT: My favourite swims involve a good view, such as the hills of Glen Coe. FACING PAGE, BOTTOM RIGHT: Ice swimming involves embracing the cold and accepting that any training and habituation can be painful.
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