Boost Your Health: enter a team swim this summer
Happy Swimmer at a Wild Swim Relay
Why a 24-Hour Outdoor Swim Might Be the Best Thing You Do This Year
Outdoor swimming has gained global recognition for its powerful physical and mental health benefits. From seasoned cold-water dippers to healthcare professionals, there’s a shared understanding: being in or near water brings a unique sense of calm, clarity, and connection. So how do we tap into that magic and make the most of it?
One word: community.
Now, imagine the benefits of swimming outside, with a team, for a good cause, all wrapped up in one 24-hour event. Let’s dive into the reasons why this kind of swim could do wonders for your wellbeing:
1. Feel-Good Fitness
Swimming is an excellent full-body workout, and pushing yourself during a challenge like this releases endorphins—the happy hormones that make you feel on top of the world.
2. Brain Boost
Immersing yourself in water improves circulation to the brain, giving you a mental refresh. Some say it even unlocks superpowers. Who are we to disagree?
3. Natural Stress Relief
Cold water swimming is a form of therapy. It trains your body to handle stress better, easing symptoms of anxiety and depression. The post-swim high? Pure bliss.
4. Reconnect with Nature
We’re wired to love the natural world—it’s called biophilia. Wild swimming gets you out into the elements and back in touch with the rhythms of the earth.
5. Surrounded by Serenity
Blue is the most calming colour on the spectrum. Surrounded by sky and water, you can’t help but breathe a little deeper and let your worries drift away.
6. Solo Swim, Social Vibes
Even though swimming is an individual sport, outdoor swimming brings people together. Lakeside friendships form fast and deep.
7. Team Spirit in the Dark
Climbing into a cold wetsuit at 3am isn’t exactly glamorous—but doing it with a team behind you, cheering you on, creates a powerful sense of solidarity and support.
8. Swim for a Cause
Every stroke you take helps raise money to teach children with disabilities how to swim. You’re not just swimming—you’re opening doors, creating smiles, and changing lives.
9. A Festival of Joy
Think: Glastonbury meets wild swimming. Dance. Laugh. Share stories around the firepit. Greet the sunrise after a night of swimming under the stars. It’s unforgettable.
10. Safety in Numbers
A dedicated safety team and your fellow swimmers are always nearby. You’re never alone. This isn’t just an adventure—it’s a safe, supported one.
Ready to feel the benefits for yourself?
Boost your physical, mental, and social health—while making a difference. Learn more and sign up for a 24-hour team swim at www.levelwater.org/24hr.
