FabSwingers.com forum: Cold Water Swimming

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50 weeks ago

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By (user no longer on site) OP
50 weeks ago

Always wanted to try this and keen to know how many people do it, spots to hit and if there is a fab group doing it!

Also be great craic and good informal way of meeting others.

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By *ota BeneCouple
50 weeks ago

Dublin

We swim in the sea 2-3 times a week.

Absolutely love it. It’s a great way the clear the head and revitalize the body.

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By (user no longer on site)
50 weeks ago

I can't swim and hate been cold .. so that's me fucked

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By *rish_GuyMan
50 weeks ago

Foxford

"I can't swim and hate been cold .. so that's me fucked

I'm in the same boat.

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By (user no longer on site)
50 weeks ago

I will warm up up no problem lol
"I can't swim and hate been cold .. so that's me fucked

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By *ublindudeMan
50 weeks ago

dundrum

2 - 3 times a week I head up to lough bray near the Sally gap... stunning location and crystal clear fresh water ... you come out squeaky clean with your spirit soaring !

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By *asual777Man
50 weeks ago

i travel all over

I swam in Two different spots yesterday in Galway , a beach and a lake . There are outdoor changing rooms by the diving tower in salthill with tonnes of people swimming . Blue flag beaches have a guard on duty if you’re nervous . Even if you don’t swim dipping your feet in makes you feel good . It’s 23 degrees at the moment so its very refreshing to have a dip and not cold at all

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By *mmmm300Woman
50 weeks ago

cork

Twice a week or more if possible, great for body and mind.

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By *huddahatMan
49 weeks ago

Nottingham

I swim most days all through the year (wetsuit in winter)

It's an amazing sensation. Clears the head and invigorates the body. Lakes , rivers and the sea.

I can't recommend it enough especially at this time of year..

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By *lice..wonderlandWoman
49 weeks ago

Dublin

I sea swim most weeks. All year round.

Always feel amazing after it

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By *electableicecreamMan
49 weeks ago

The West

Yep I swim year round in Salthill. 2 or three times a week at least.

If you start in summer it's easy enough to climatise as it gets colder.

I don't wear a wetsuit but I do have a good neoprene cap and giggles.

Swimming up to 1km now

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By *ouble Trouble 1000Couple
49 weeks ago

ireland

I do when I get the opportunity, have been known to break the ice in winter to get in for a dunk. Its a great natural therapy for anyone struggling with mental health issues.

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By *ineapple_PrincessWoman
49 weeks ago

in the waves

I'm in the sea most days from spring to autumn, it really is my happy place.

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By *tmostakiss1Man
49 weeks ago

Derry

Really need to do more of this

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By *pringbok95Couple
49 weeks ago

Limavady

Awww if there is any spots up North pm us. Love to go.

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By *ot so needyMan
49 weeks ago

Galway

I usually go for a nudswim in bearna or silverstrand 2 3 times a week at night. After 11pm strip and often rhere are others doing the same.i go for as long as I can but if you skip a few weeks later in the year its hard to go back.

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By *tmostakiss1Man
49 weeks ago

Derry

"Awww if there is any spots up North pm us. Love to go.

See lots using enagh Lough, not too far from limavady. Near maydown

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By *astelloWoman
49 weeks ago

Tír na nÓg

I love sea swimming. Blessed with ample beaches in Kerry.

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By *exesrangerMan
49 weeks ago

tralee

Yep I swim all year round too,regardless of the weather. Been doing it so long so ive lost track of the years .Couldn't do without it now at this stage. Its absolutely magic for head space but golly gosh there are a few v cold mornings getting in that would almost turn you off but alway well glad of it afterwards. Love it

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By (user no longer on site)
49 weeks ago

Wow you guys speak so highly of it . I think I’ll try incorporate it into my routine during the summer

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By *ota BeneCouple
49 weeks ago

Dublin

"Wow you guys speak so highly of it . I think I’ll try incorporate it into my routine during the summer "

It is something you’ll never regret if you do. Wonderful for the body and mind.

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By (user no longer on site)
49 weeks ago

Invigorating and refreshing.

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By *rkkidMan
49 weeks ago

Cork

Tis warm this time of year

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By *ed25Man
49 weeks ago

Buncrana

In the Galway area love either skinny dipping in the lakes of Connemara or a distance swim at BlackRock

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By *ildGroverMan
49 weeks ago

rathfarnham

I used to be in a gym with an outdoor pool.

Swam 3 times a week throughout the year. Not the same is the sea but still a great way to start the day.

Nowadays a cold shower is as good as it gets!

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By *208numeWoman
49 weeks ago

Navan

I love vitamin sea!

And cold water swimming...

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By *rblue5kyMan
49 weeks ago

Newcastle

I've done it can't say I rate it just yet.

May have to go butt naked to get the full effects

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By (user no longer on site)
49 weeks ago

Is there any groups that use it , I’d like to try it but as part of an organised group

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By *idoMan
49 weeks ago

dublin/meath

I do a Ice bath 3 times a week great for the mind and body

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By *oss_BeaumontMan
49 weeks ago

Skerries

Year round sea swimmer, sometimes with swimming shorts, sometimes without.

Kinda missing the cooler water now with the return of the jellies

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By *ustkrissMan
49 weeks ago

Belfast

I've always wanted to learn to swim properly. I can swim a bit, I'm just not very confident.

Roxy x

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By *oss_BeaumontMan
49 weeks ago

Skerries

"I've always wanted to learn to swim properly. I can swim a bit, I'm just not very confident.

Roxy x"

Getting back into the water is the first step. It's kinda addictive after a little bit.

Find a spot where there's a few swimmers near you. I've always found them to be a friendly bunch whetever I swim. Always up for a chat. Safety in numbers too.

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By *rishSamTV/TS
49 weeks ago

Dublin

Love it, try to get out at least once a week. Very lucky that there’s plenty of spots in close to me in Dublin.

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By *ustkrissMan
49 weeks ago

Belfast

"I've always wanted to learn to swim properly. I can swim a bit, I'm just not very confident.

Roxy x

Getting back into the water is the first step. It's kinda addictive after a little bit.

Find a spot where there's a few swimmers near you. I've always found them to be a friendly bunch whetever I swim. Always up for a chat. Safety in numbers too. "

I'll try and convince someone to join me

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By *oss_BeaumontMan
49 weeks ago

Skerries

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By *oss_BeaumontMan
49 weeks ago

Skerries

"I've always wanted to learn to swim properly. I can swim a bit, I'm just not very confident.

Roxy x

Getting back into the water is the first step. It's kinda addictive after a little bit.

Find a spot where there's a few swimmers near you. I've always found them to be a friendly bunch whetever I swim. Always up for a chat. Safety in numbers too.

I'll try and convince someone to join me "

There's a fb group of skinny dippers and most of them are north of the border, if you'd like the link shoot me a dm, I don't think I'm allowed to post it here.

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By *arlTy89Man
49 weeks ago

Dun Laoghaire

Swim at least 3 times a week when possible! Nothing better for clearing the head for me personally! Also lucky to have some really nice spots close by where I live.

New social group...Fab swimmers has a ring to it

lol

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By *huddahatMan
48 weeks ago

Nottingham

I enjoy wild swimming and generally being out in nature.

Very much enjoy hammock sex and river/lake sex

it's always nice to meet other swimmers.

#fabswimmers

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By *ogladyWoman
48 weeks ago

The bog

If I fall into the sea does that count..

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By *huddahatMan
48 weeks ago

Nottingham

"If I fall into the sea does that count.."

Absolutely.

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By (user no longer on site)
48 weeks ago

You don't need to swim to get the full benefits from cold water therapy. Just sit in the water up to your chest for up to 7 to 8 mins, 3 to 4 times a week. And you'll feel amazing. Great for your mental health and body

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By *ig swingerMan
48 weeks ago

dublin

I sea swim every week when I get the chance all year round. Always look forward to the Christmas Day swim. Gives you a savage appetite!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
47 weeks ago

"Swim at least 3 times a week when possible! Nothing better for clearing the head for me personally! Also lucky to have some really nice spots close by where I live.

New social group...Fab swimmers has a ring to it

lol"

Great shout

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By (user no longer on site) OP
47 weeks ago

"Awww if there is any spots up North pm us. Love to go.

Originally from Ballycastle myself, bound to be few places north coast. Ballygally reckon us one

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By *yesgreenMan
47 weeks ago

north and south

"Awww if there is any spots up North pm us. Love to go.

Originally from Ballycastle myself, bound to be few places north coast. Ballygally reckon us one "
Great lakes in gorgeous gortin and platform to get in and swimm

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By *alvin.Man
47 weeks ago

Cork/Dublin

Most days esp during the summer. During the winter...nope.

I swim out anywhere between 500 to 700 meters and thread water. look back at the coast. Or just do the run around the buoys. Wetsuit and float for safety. packed lunch optional. It's a thrill actually. A high.

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By *og-ManMan
47 weeks ago

somewhere

"Most days esp during the summer. During the winter...nope.

Stupid question.....how do you eat the packed lunch while threading water

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