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Dover test run… or test *swim*

Channel swim training continues but the excitement three weeks ago of the water temp rising has dropped.  As has the temperature of the water again.  Very frustrating.  The Seabrook Seals have been posting photos on their Facebook page of happy smiling swimmers a year...

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Swimming through the night

Many of the Seals took part in 2swim4life last weekend - a 24 hour endurance swim.  What an event! Here's my report for 220 Triathlon.  

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At last – we've beaten winter

At long last it looks like Spring is on its way.  The sea temperature seems to be moving in the right direction, the air temperature has become milder and the icy Siberian east wind has gone back to Siberia where it belongs. My Seabrook Seal swimming buddies and I...

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All this cold water torture has been for a reason!

When I started to realise how painful swimming in cold water was, and how much I dread it every time - that walk down the beach towards the icy depths is horrendous - I decided a higher purpose might help me get in and enjoy the suffering. So, ladies and gentlemen, I...

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Inside the mind of an ice swimmer

People ask what it feels like to swim in cold water.  Here's a link to a blog post written on Christmas Eve 2012 by Paul Duffield who the day before had swum an ice mile.  His swim, in 5degC water lasted 38 minutes and I can only manage about 15-20 in those...

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Daytime: Monday to Friday, from 7am

Last appointment: 5pm

Price

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(£45 for members of both Winchester Running Club and Winchester & District Athletics Club members)

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What People Are Saying

You worked wonders in my legs.  Needed at sub 1:37 for New York. Ran 1:36.46 at Gosport today.  Thank you so much.

Susan B

Lou provided excellent massage and advice as part of preparations for my first 100 mile ultramarathon. With her help I was able to train harder and more consistently than ever before and I firmly believe that our regular massage sessions prepared me so that I was able to recover so well after the event. Because Lou is an accomplished endurance athlete herself this really helps her understand her clients’ needs.
Grant V

Lou’s pleasant personality exudes friendliness and warmth making you feel welcome yet with adequate professional respectfulness. As a patient one feels reassured of her care and empathy. Her conduct as a valuable and efficient therapist cannot be doubted.
Gunnel B

I’ve been having massages with Lou for 8 years and always felt better as a result, both before and after racing. She’s a very friendly expert and you can always guarantee restored legs and spirits after a session.

James M