How Ice Swimming And Cold Immersion Can Help You Take Control Of Your Destiny
Fenwick Ridley is the owner of H2oTrails where he helps people discover the thrill of outdoor swimming and other water based activities in a stunning Northumberland location, Sweethope Loughs.
He is also known as the GB Ice Viking and represents Team GB as an Ice Swimmer, finishing 2nd in at 500m and 3rd for the 1km the World Championships in the 35-39 year old category.
On this episode of Demystifying Mental Toughness, David talks to Team GB Ice Swimmer, and Owner of H2O Trails, Fenwick Ridley. We chat about ice swimming and mental toughness, cold water immersion and it’s effects on the mind and body. How cold water can have a positive impact on mental health and help you embrace the feelings of discomfort.
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Key Learning Points:
- Mental Toughness comes from someone who has got very specific attributes including perseverance and a high level of focus. As well as a balanced perception, understanding that it’s going to be okay and I’ve got the right tools with me to do whatever you want to do.
- Reading the body’s signals is vitally important when you are an ice swimmer. Understanding your hydration, fuel, sleep, stress and recovery.
- Cold water is great at tackling inflammation and improving mental health.
- Ice swimming can be very peaceful.
- It’s very easy to get in your own way, cold water can help you overcome your inner voice.
- Cold water helps you get comfortable being uncomfortable.
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David Charlton
Global Sports Psychologist who is located near Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK and willing to travel Internationally. David also uses online video conferencing software (Zoom, Facetime, WhatsApp) on a regular basis and has clients who he has supported in USA, Canada, South America, UAE, Australian and New Zealand.
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