Cold water immersion has gained popularity as a wellness practice, but what many enthusiasts overlook are the potential risks ...

Tristan Kennedy marvels at the cold-water swimmers braving Dublin’s renowned Forty Foot, and the kit you need to do it ...

Cold water swimming was about getting away from distraction ... in a bid to do something they loved to help them through the dark times to a happier future. While 100 feet up one of those rock ...

It may not sound appealing during the colder months, but devotees of cold water swimming swear by the mood-boosting effects and sense of community. “Wild swimming is one of the best things I do ...

My father always insisted on swimming in mountain tarns even in the depths of winter, which we all assumed meant there was ...

"On those bleak, dark days, you get into the cold water and push your body to the limit," she says. Andy Fox, assistant director of Public Health, says cold water swimming classes as "moving ...

From its numerous health benefits to its historical and cultural significance, cold-water swimming is enjoying a resurgence worldwide. According to Simon Griffith, founder of “The Outdoor ...

Mehta went on to say that a cold-water swim is not a cure-all for mental health issues, though, and those with such concerns should talk to a professional before diving in. "It’s a complement to ...

Many people swear that cold water swimming has a positive effect on their mental health and wellbeing. Now research is being done to see if there is science behind the theory that taking an ice ...