Outdoor Swimmer | February 21
In the February issue:
* We meet ‘The Swimmers’, beautifully captured by Justine Desmond for a photography project. Justine's courageous portraits and accompanying swimmer stories will bring some joy to us all.
* Gear: How to choose a wetsuit to fit your budget and goals.
* Power and Water: Elaine K Howley explores the history of swimming in Africa and enslavement in the New World.
* We speak to Cal Flyn, whose new book, Islands of Abandonment, explores what happens when nature is allowed to reclaim its place.
Plus:
* My Story: Keri-anne Payne on her childhood in South Africa and early swimming career.
* Wild swimming: Dartmoor.
* Learn how to relax your mind and body.
* Why you should own your pain.
* Travel: Romantic swim spots.
* Should you be afraid of octopuses in lakes?
And... more in-depth features & interviews, outdoor swimming news, training & technique, nature & wildlife and kit reviews.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Outdoor Swimmer February 21.