Can’t swim? Learn how to start running
If you’re interested in starting to run as part of your open water swimming cross-training plan, check out these top tips to get you going.
Why we swim
Some swim for fitness; some for solitude. Some, for the lifestyle and friendships, and some, literally, for a sea change.
Frolicking selected as demonstration sport at 2024 Olympics
Following the huge surge in participation during the recently enforced ‘swim and go’ sessions, the Olympic Committee has today announced that frol…
Top tips to prepare for a cold ocean swim
When it's cold but you still have your heart set on swimming, e’ve got you sorted with our top tips to prepare for a cold ocean swim.
How to acclimatise to cold water
Learn about three techniques you can use to gradually acclimatise to the practice of cold water immersion.
Science-backed benefits of cold water swimming
The health benefits of cold water immersion are well documented, so if you'd like to feel instantly more ‘alive’ and energised, this 'therapy' mig…
How you can get the most out of barefoot training at the beach
OceanFit's top 5 tips to help you get the most out of your barefoot training at or near the beach.
Two buddies take on SwimRun Bay of Islands
After a bold decision to register for the 2019 Bay of Island Swimrun, Oliver and Clemont find themselves riding a rollercoaster of emotions as they ta…
5 ways to practice mindfulness meditation at the beach
Elly McGuiness shares five ways you can try mindfulness at the beach as part of a whole-life approach to wellbeing.
Swim Safety: Channeling your inner Mitch Buchannon
Every time you enter the water with your swimming buddies, you should share the responsibility for each others safety, so it's important you know how …
