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September 24, 2019September 24, 2019 thelegacyofleo Fundraising & Campaigning

Swimming Serpentine – Two Miles – 2019

At the weekend, I took part in Swim Serpentine for the second time - this year tackling the two mile wave to fundraise for Antenatal Results & Choices, in memory of our friends little girls, Neve and Matilda. For those who have followed along on social media, you will know that I only started open … Continue reading Swimming Serpentine – Two Miles – 2019

April 12, 2019 thelegacyofleo Fundraising & Campaigning, Stillbirth : Leo

How I Started Open Water Swimming

So as we approach the start of the fair-weather open water swimming season, I thought I should record what it was like for me last year, and give those who want it some of my still-very-much-a-novice advice about tackling swimming without sides to hold on to every 25 metres!

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