Cold Water Swimming!
Cold Water swimming at Sandford Parks Lido
Cold Water Swimming Lido
Cold water swimming has some amazing benefits to your physical & mental health.
Natural high
Cold water swimming activates the sympathetic nervous system and triggers your body to release beta-endorphins as well as other feel good hormones. These hormones help with pain relief and will leave you feeling euphoric.
Boosts immune system + improves circulation
Cold water swimming is not just fantastic for your cardiovascular as well as your lymphatic system (flushing out toxins) but also boosts your immune system. Exposure to cold water makes your body increase the production of white blood cells which play a key role in your immune system.
Helps with depression
Cold water swimming has been shown to improve the well-being of people suffering from asthma, rheumatism or fibromyalgia. And it can help with severe chronic depression.
Decreases inflammation which provides pain relief
When exposed to the cold, your body’s arteries narrow. This provides relief from pain, helps with sore muscles and reduces inflammation. Cold water swimming also increases the number of leukocytes in your blood. Apart from helping your body fight respiratory infections, they also protect against inflammation.
Increase Tolerance to stress
By regularly cold water swimming, you can increase your tolerance to stress. The cold water creates a stress reaction in the body, which by regularly doing, can increase your tolerance to all types of stress. Other benefits include a self-esteem boost & post swim high!
Improves mental clarity, overall wellbeing as well as sleep
When you immerse yourself in cold water, your body goes into a high-alert state. It’ll blow the cobwebs out of your head and leave you feeling sharp and clear mentally. Cold water swimming also stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system which is responsible for the body’s rest and repair mode. Chances are, you’ll be left feeling relaxed and calm for hours after your dip and potentially sleep better at night.
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CALLING ALL CAKE MAKERS ‼️ 🍰 🥧
🎄We are looking for people to bake cakes for our Christmas coffee morning! If you would like to help out, please email: ashley@sandfordparkslido.org.uk
All proceeds from the cake sale will go to the Lido. 🏊
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CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM! 🎄🎅
Join us for the traditional Christmas Day swim! Gates open 10:45am, queuing from 10:30. Pool opens 11am, site closes 11:30. 🎟
This event is FREE but as always, we welcome any donations. Swimmers MUST be 16+. Spectators welcome. 🥳
Waivers must be signed before participation. 📝
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🌞 Exciting News from Sandford Parks Lido! 🌞
▶ Mark your calendars, because Season Tickets for your favourite summer spot will be back on sale on November 13th, 2023! 🎉
🎁 But wait, there`s more! We`re kicking off our early bird pricing on November 13th, which means you can secure your pass at a special rate until January 31st, 2024. Don`t miss out on these fantastic savings! Prices will be revealed on the 13th! ☀️
🗓️ Save the Date! Our 2024 opening day is set for Saturday, May 4th. Exactly 6 months from now! 🏊♂️🏊♀️
While we`re opening a little later this year, it`s all for a good reason. Essential maintenance work is happening on our main pool to ensure it`s in perfect condition for your summer enjoyment. 🛠️
🎉 We appreciate your continued support, and we can`t wait to have you back with us for another unforgettable summer at Sandford Parks Lido! 🤗
⚠️You will be able to purchase tickets online www.sandfordparkslido.org.uk, or at Lido reception on Wednesdays (11-1) or Saturdays and Sundays (9:30-11:30). 🎟
▶ Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to dive into the fun in 2024. We can`t wait to see you there! 🌊🌴
