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A magical morning at the lake this morning: cool, clear water, friends, a terrapin and a pair of kingfisher.

The four of us in the lake in our swimming cozzies and holding our tow floats. Hope has a medical feeding tube in her nose, but we’re all smiling and looking very happy about life. And this was before our sauna.

A kingfisher with iridescent blue plumage sitting on a thin branch on the island in the swimming lake.

A second kingfisher, sitting one branch over from the other one. This one is a bit bigger and looks much more orange as he sits on his branch. Beautiful birds and such a treat to see a pair.

Percy the Terrapin, sitting on his log sunning himself on the back side of the island in the lake.

Jenny Powell discussing an unfortunate piece of clothing left behind after a cold water swim! #jennypowell #british #celebrity #presenter #coldwaterswimming #wardrobemalfuncition #funnystory #fyp

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Jenny Powell discussing an unfortunate piece of clothing left behind after a cold water swim! #jennypowell #british #celebrity #presenter #coldwaterswimming #wardrobemalfuncition #funnystory #fyp

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This is the lake where I swim. We have lifeguards and must swim with tow floats at all times within set times and set boundaries. This happened outside of one of the lifeguarded sessions, and it’s a reminder how dangerous cold water can be, even on a hot day (and it’s especially dangerous at this time of year. Even experienced swimmers get caught out as the water warms, but is still objectively chilly).

What a tragedy.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn80n888ln9o

#ColdWaterSwimming

BBC News - Portsmouth academics study cold water swimming and depression
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn8vddjdddpo

They're looking for volunteers in the South of England.

#swimming #depression #ColdWaterSwimming

Insane kelp color palette today.

#KommetjieBeach #Kelp #Ocean #NaturalColors #ColdWaterSwimming #WaterTemperature11C

The triathletes will be back soon, bringing their wetsuits and loud talk about the latest super endurance events. They’re welcome, of course, it’s just a bit of a change of pace from the ladies with bobble hats whose company I’ve enjoyed enormously again over winter.

#ColdWaterSwimming

And if you could hear what I was saying, dear reader, it was something like, “what bullshit is this?” … as the waves slapped me in the face. It was sunny last week, FFS.

#ColdWaterSwimming

Pioneering study examines cold water therapy’s potential to treat PTSD

According to PTSD UK, one in 10 people in the UK is expected to experience PTSD at some point in their lives. Yet despite its prevalence, there has been limited research undertaken into the condition in the UK, and to date, no scientific study has been conducted anywhere in the world that explicitly examines the impact of CWI on PTSD symptoms.

The Swansea University study involves 16 members of the Veterans RV Swansea Community group who have PTSD and take part in cold-water dipping and swimming sessions at Caswell Bay in Gower.

Veterans in the sea at Caswell Bay
(Image: Swansea University)

Lead researcher Dr Denise Hill, Associate Professor of Applied Sport Psychology at Swansea University, said: “With at least eight per cent of UK veterans diagnosed with PTSD annually, the condition presents significant economic, personal, and social challenges. While other studies have highlighted the benefits of cold water therapy, ours seeks to establish whether regular cold-water immersion can reduce PTSD symptoms specifically, and serve as an accessible and acceptable supplement to traditional mental health treatments.”

Before the observation period, study participants began self-administering saliva samples four times a day over two days to measure cortisol levels – an indicator of stress.

After each weekly cold water immersion session, participants complete three post-dip questionnaires assessing their levels of wellbeing, depression, and PTSD symptoms.

Throughout the study, participants periodically repeat the saliva sampling process to track changes in cortisol levels and overall symptomology.

Initial findings from the study show that cold water immersion is positively impacting a number of the PTSD symptoms across the participant group.

Phil Jones, a former Royal Marines Commando who is taking part in the study, said: “For years, I’ve practiced cold-water immersion to support my mental health and overall wellbeing, so I was excited to take part in this study alongside the veterans’ group I support.

“My ultimate goal has always been to help more veterans struggling with PTSD, and it’s been incredible to witness firsthand the physical and mental benefits this practice has had on those new to it. Now, more than ever, I’m eager to see the study’s final results, and I truly hope this research paves the way for new, effective ways to support thousands of veterans worldwide.”

Dr Hill added: “This study represents an important first step in understanding whether CWI can serve as a complementary therapy for veterans diagnosed with PTSD. If successful, the findings should pave the way for further research, and if cold water immersion is deemed to be effective, the development of new, accessible treatment pathways for those with the condition.

“Given the accessibility and appeal of cold water immersion among veterans, we hope our research will provide valuable insights into its potential as a therapeutic option.”

(Lead image: Swansea University)

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Is #ColdWaterSwimming like #BSDM? Now stay with me. One is stripping down to your pants and screaming as the pain kicks in. The other is BDSM.

I'm not into BDSM, but after chatting with someone who was we found some interesting overlaps.

Intrigued? https://pete.news/hellocomputer/is-cold-water-dipping-like-bdsm/

Hoy hacía un día estupendo en #Zurich así que me pasé por el lago para ver qué tal andaba el agua. Veredicto: MUY FRÍA. 7.2 grados #coldwaterswimming #AtLeastITried #ItsAMatterOfTraining

Lovely #swim this morning. The lake is suddenly over 9 degrees, but still clear and crisp. An hour setting the world to rights in the #sauna was excellent too

#coldwaterswimming