This winter they decided to take it up a notch and go for a more discernible award by entering the Swedish Vintersimmaren challenge, where levels of entry ranged from Winter Dipper (swim five ...

A 16-year-old boy from Minnesota has died after taking part in the "Cold Water Challenge." Officials say Davis Colley went for a swim at Eagle Lake, Baylor Park on the night of May 9 when he drowned.

Taking a dip in cold water or going for a bracing outdoor swim can boost mental and physical health. At least that's what people have believed for many years. It's an activity that is becoming ...

The cold water challenge sweeping social media may have started with the intention to raise money for charity, however the viral dare has sparked concern at an Illinois high school after several ...

Tasmania's waterways are some of the most beautiful in the world but taking a dip is not for the faint of heart in winter — but that's no deterrent for Simon. If anything, that's the appeal.

Ice Swimming is an extreme sport and, therefore, the swimmer tackles the cold waters in just a small swimsuit and cap (both non-neoprene) and goggles. Water temperatures vary depending on the ...

A cold water swim will get your blood pumping (Alamy/PA) Skin "Swimming in cold water can actually change your complexion slightly.

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Becoming the first Singaporean woman to swim the English Channel is no easy thing: cold water and jellyfish are two hazards Li Ling Yung-Hryniewiecki will face as she raises money for swimming ...