If you’ve ever climbed out of cold water and had to get changed outside, you’ll know how useful the best changing robes can be. They gives you a warm layer to pull on over wet swimwear, while making it easier to get changed with a bit of privacy. I’ve grown up by the sea, still live on the coast and swim outdoors throughout the year, so a changing robe has become a permanent fixture in my kit bag. Whether I'm testing the best inflatable kayaks, spending a morning on an inflatable SUP or heading out for a dip in near-freezing water, I’ll always use one.
The growing popularity of cold water swimming isn't solely about the thrill of it. Extreme ice swimmer Wim Hof describes it as "cold water is merciless, but righteous", while British Heart Foundation cardiac nurse Chloe MacArthur says it can even "improve blood pressure and fat levels in the blood."
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