Wild swimming boosts endorphins and other happy hormones – and facing the challenge of swimming in cold water makes you feel powerful. Exposure to cold strengthens your body’s immune system, and by focusing on the physical sensations of wild swimming, you can let yourself be in the moment and de-stress.

• Bring a VÄRLDENS gym bag for all your wild swimming essentials.
• Choose a lake, pond, river, sea or ocean to swim in.
• Warm up with a walk or a run nearby.
• Prepare yourself mentally with breathing exercises and step into the water.
• Wait a few minutes – until the cold feeling goes away and you start to enjoy the feeling of freedom.
• Treat yourself to a hot drink, a BELÖNING chocolate bar and dry clothes after the swim.