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I HAVE been lost several times in my life. Twice people so close to me have passed away suddenly, leaving this numbness inside that made memories hurt.
Even the glowing, vintage thoughts of building sandcastles with Mam on that wonderful Inchydoney beach.
Continue reading "Water reconnected me to living – Caitriona Kehily"
THERE is deeply ingrained shyness and pessimism within me, that can only be cleaned by sea water.
Growing up, my confidence was any old horse, or my dog. When I went anywhere attached to them, it was like a superhero cloak.
Continue reading "The sea is my cape – Jessica Lamb"
Each month we set challenges for Me and the Water members. Often raising money for charities our community holds dear, and always offering great prizes.
These are only open to members and accompanied by expert tips and Q&As. You can join our May challenge by signing up to Me and the Water today.
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In June, we challenge you to 30 Days of Water – 30 days of Me and the Water time, however you like it best.
Continue reading "30 Days Of Water Challenge, supporting RNLI"
Our challenge for Me and the Water members in June is to commit to me and the water time every day in June – and hopefully raise some funds for the RNLI, whose volunteer lifeboat crews are always ready to support us, if we need them.
Continue reading "30 Days Of Water tips"
Ever been down on the beach and wondered what the heck ‘The Claw’ is, or why people are talking about ‘swell’, or what they are going to use their ‘Vaseline’ for? Well, you’ve come to the right place!
Continue reading "Open Water Swimming Lingo Glossary!"
Although we all know that excess fat isn’t great for optimal health, is it actually better for open water swimmers to have a higher percentage of body fat? Could a few extra pounds plump up your chances of success?
Continue reading "Is there really such thing as ‘bioprene’?"