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Choosing an open water swimming club
If you’ve never swum in open water before, what’s the best way to get started? We’d suggest trying an open water swimming club to build your skills and you'll be open water confident in no time!
15 Mar 2024 | By: Great Swim
Post-Swim Soup Recipes
Ditch the tin opener and try out these delicious post-swim soup recipes from our official title partner Arla. Get recipes here.
11 Mar 2024 | By: Great Swim
Pre-swim breakfast inspiration
For pre-swim breakfast inspiration – look no further. Kick start your morning with these delicious recipes from Arla. Get recipes here.
11 Mar 2024 | By: Great Swim
Filling post-swim recipes
Head into another day of training with a spring in your step courtesy of an Arla-inspired pre-swim breakfast. Get recipes here.
10 Mar 2024 | By: Great Swim
Looking for a health boost? Try open water swimming
If you’ve committed to getting fitter and healthier, open water swimming might not be top of your list to try. But why not?
09 Mar 2024 | By: Great Swim
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