Heart Warming - Sunday 17th November
Serotonin Swim this Sunday + 100 Yards 100 Voices book launch!
This study shows us that cold water exposure can increase white blood cell counts and boost immune resilience, making people less susceptible to common colds and other minor illnesses.
An apple swim a day keeps the doctor away!
Serotonin Swim this Sunday 17th NOV anytime 9am - 11am
Remember the aim is to swim 1 length. Then collect your sticker and treat reward. Once you complete 3 swims you will earn the special token of achievement. List of scientifically proven benefits below. First serotonin swim? See below my signature.
How can you describe the invigorating, heat warming feeling post swim?
I think James Brown said it best - listen here
If Chris Hemsworth can do it so can you - here
A cold water swim helps us;
regulate emotions
boost immune system
calm thoughts
get perspective
reduce inflammation
recharge cognitive energy
support sleep
The 100 Yards 100 Voices Book Launch
We all have a reason we started swimming at Jesus Green Lido. Mine was coping with the uncertainty of my mum surviving her cancer diagnosis and years of treatment. For some it was simply a love of swimming, for others it was seeking a highly effective way to cope with stress and for many of us it’s a great way to lift our mood and return to the present. Sharing stories is how we bond ourselves closer to others To celebrate 100 years of Jesus Green Lido, two lovely regulars have written a brilliant book. Interviews with 100 people who share their stories of swimming at Jesus Green Lido. Look at the book, chat to the authors and the whole team who have brought this beautiful book to life. Annie, Becky, Sara & Colin. This Sunday from 11am.
Buy a copy - it will make an excellent present. They are likely to sell out so I’d advise getting there early!
You are a good person, doing your best. That’s enough.
P.S - if you can’t make it to the lido, swim where you can. And if you can’t swim, there is always an invigorating cold shower!
First Serotonin Swim?
Please book your swim via the Better site here (they manage the pool). This makes it much quicker to get in on the day.
The below applies if water temperature is below 10 degrees. This Sunday the water temperature will be around 16 degrees.
Click here for Jesus Green Lido community survey data on how to adjust to cool water swimming
BBC Science here - Why an icy dip is good for your mental and physical health
Article here - Neoprene and afterdrop: how to keep swimming outside this winter
BBC Just one thing - benefits of swimming here