Swimming
From crashing surf to secret tranquil pools, you don’t have to stick to the local swimming pool
Get to the Gym v Get Outside
Why you should bin the gym and get outside instead if you want to boost your mental and physical wellbeing this winter
Wild Swimming & Paddling Adventures by Train
Wild Swimming & Paddling by Train! Fi Derby shares her advice on getting outside for adventures by train wherever you are in the UK
Wild Swimming Safety – Keep safe whilst wild swimming
Wild Swimming Safety - Are you worried about trying wild swimming? Learn how to keep safe when wild wild swimming with our OS Champions
A ‘Wee Dook’ – Eco Adventuring with the Red Equipment Pro Change EVO
Join OS Champion Gee Jackson as takes this brand new changing robe through it's paces in her Red Equipment Pro Change EVO review
Open Water Swimming in Llyn Padarn with the Suunto S Race Watch
Oen water swimming in Llyn Padarn with the Suunto Race S - OS Champion Liz Asad puts this waterproof smart watch to the test!
Frog Graham Round
The Frog Graham is a swim-run challenge involving over 40 miles of running over Lake District fells and swimming two miles across Bassenthwaite Lake, Crummock Water, Buttermere and Derwentwater. OS Champion Alex Staniforth tells us about the route and his experience of the Frog Graham Round.
How to get into triathlon
OS Champion Sam Taylor-Frost is part of the GB Triathlon Team. She completed her first triathlon without being super fit or spending a lot of money on kit and you can do the same. Find out how to get into triathlon and give this multi-sport event a go.
Top secret waterfalls in Scotland for wild swimming
Kimberley Grant, author of Wild Guide Scotland, reveals her top 5 favourite hidden waterfalls in Scotland for wild swimming. From the deep pool at Feshiebridge to the river at Glen Etive, we have your next trip to the Scotland covered.
The benefits of cold water swimming
We share all the MANY benefits of cold water swimming. Experts tell us why this activity has hooked people across the nation and offer advice for those wanting to give it ago.
Top secret wild swimming spots near London
Daniel Start, author of the Wild Guide to the Lakes and Dales, reveals his top 6 favourite hidden places to go wild swimming in the Lake District. From the emerald pool at tongue pot to plunge pools at Ullswater, we have your next trip to the lakes covered.
5 of the best places to walk and swim
What could be better than walking to your favourite wild swimming spot, taking a refreshing dip and drying off on your walk back. This new fitness craze will see you exploring new places while staying fit and healthy throughout the summer. Here are some of our favourite wild swim walks.
A beginner’s guide to wild swimming
We explore why open-water swimming, also known as wild swimming, is so good for us and get some top tips from Olympian and Sports Scientist Greg Whyte OBE to help you take your first dip.
Hydrotherapy
GetOutside Champion Laura made the film Hydrotherapy in the depths of last winter about why she swims all year round for her health. She explains why she is passionate about her latest project swimming 15 of the UK’s National Parks to test for microplastics and why she thinks we should all make the most of every day.
Top secret wild swimming holes in the Lake District
Daniel Start, author of the Wild Guide to the Lakes and Dales, reveals his top 6 favourite hidden places to go wild swimming in the Lake District. From the emerald pool at tongue pot to plunge pools at Ullswater, we have your next trip to the lakes covered.
Wild swimming in the yorkshire dales
Discover more about Wild Swimming and try some of the best spots in England with Lizzie Carr.
A beginner’s guide to triathlon
The triathlon is a tough but rewarding event and there's plenty of choice in distances. Whether your aiming to tackle major miles or take on a shorter challenge, this beginner's guide to the triathlon will help you work towards your first triathlon.
A beginner’s guide to open sea swimming
A brilliant guide to get you swimming in open water. These top tips from Heather Scoot (a novice open water swim competitor) will really help you whether your getting in shape, staying in shape or preparing for a competition.