This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Cold-water immersion may boost mental health and well-being. The practice carries risks, too, including drowning ...

Cold-Water Immersion May Offer Health Benefits -- and Also Presents Risks Dr. Mark Harper recalls his first cold-water swim in the south of England 20 years ago. It was August, but the initial jolt ...

Hundreds of people went against a nearly century-long tide to swim in the Chicago River on Sept. 22. The event, which was put on for ALS research, marked the first open water swim in the river in 98 ...

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For the first time in almost a century, hundreds of swimmers will jump into the Chicago River for an open water swim on Sunday. The Chicago River Swim kicks off with an opening ceremony at 6:30 a.m.

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Hundreds of people are jumping into the Chicago River willingly this weekend. The competitive open water race has been a long time coming downtown. This weekend's Chicago River Swim ...

The eighth annual Redondo Beach Swim the Avenues will take place on Sunday, Sept. 7. The event, an open water swim, will honor late Redondo Beach Mayor Bill Brand and a portion of the proceeds will ...

In David Foster Wallace’s thought-provoking parable, two young fish are swimming along when an older fish passes by and says, “Morning, boys. How’s the water?” The two young fish keep swimming. After ...

Some swimsuit colors blend into the water and make you harder to spot. Here are the safest colors to wear. Senate votes to block tariffs on Canada Watch baby burst into giggles as boxer dog gets the ...

As a former San Diego lifeguard and firefighter, Aaron Brennan sees learning to swim and prevent drowning as life skills. That’s why he has dedicated the past two years to being race director for the ...