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Challenges are what I do.
Ultra-running, Adventure, Mental Health.
Founder @mind_o_mountains. Author. @inov_8 @ellisbrigham Athlete.
👣 Lake District

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Why stop with a pool like this? That's 30 dips i

Why stop with a pool like this?

That's 30 dips in 30 days complete. But mental health is a daily process, not just a month. So if you're in the Lakes tomorrow, come and join us at Buttermere for the finale. I'd wanted to swim Wastwater but that's the usual challenge voice kicking in, and pushing myself too much right now defeats the object.

Swim the full 2km, paddle or even walk along the lakeshore. All are welcome. 6:30pm at Gatesgarth Farm (or 7:30ish on the other side). It's looking like a scorcher!

Even if you're not in the Lakes, why not join us virtually by going for a dip at your nearest water or pool at 6:30pm? @bestillstephen is joining us from Bala Lake in Wales! Please stay in your limits though, especially in the hot weather.

It's not too late to sponsor a swim for @mind_o_mountains if you can - link in bio - thanks for your support!

📸 @andydicksonforce4good

#wildswimming #lakes #lakedistrict #openwater #30dipsin30days #lakedistrictuk #ullswater #summer #wildswim #challenge #mindovermountains #mentalhealth #getoutside

<img src="https://alexstaniforth.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="Why stop with a pool like this? That's 30 dips in 30 days complete. But mental health is a daily process, not just a month. So if you're in the Lakes tomorrow, come and join us at Buttermere for the finale. I'd wanted to swim Wastwater but that's the usual challenge voice kicking in, and pushing myself too much right now defeats the object. Swim the full 2km, paddle or even walk along the lakeshore. All are welcome. 6:30pm at Gatesgarth Farm (or 7:30ish on the other side). It's looking like a scorcher! Even if you're not in the Lakes, why not join us virtually by going for a dip at your nearest water or pool at 6:30pm? @bestillstephen is joining us from Bala Lake in Wales! Please stay in your limits though, especially in the hot weather. It's not too late to sponsor a swim for @mind_o_mountains if you can - link in bio - thanks for your support! 📸 @andydicksonforce4good #wildswimming #lakes #lakedistrict #openwater #30dipsin30days #lakedistrictuk #ullswater #summer #wildswim #challenge #mindovermountains #mentalhealth #getoutside">

Progress rarely goes in a straight line. We want

Progress rarely goes in a straight line.

We want to keep getting better every year and to keep pushing the bar as we build our confidence, experience and resilience.

This year I had more races booked and even bigger challenges planned than the last. But Covid had other ideas for me.

This week I've pulled my last race of the year (Lakes In A Day) in October to try and recover for 2023.

But this week I also:

- Swam Loweswater, where we started the Lakes, Meres and Waters run back in April. That was my first 100 miler and I'd never have believed that I'd end up swimming across it 4 months later.

- Went for my first swimming lesson in 20+ years. Less tears and tantrums this time, but lots still to work on.

- Swam Derwentwater with Tim Mosedale, my Everest 2014 + 15 expedition leader. Opposite where Tim took me on my first rock climb 12 years ago. I was probably equally knackered, to be honest.

This year's progress looks more like a rollercoaster wave than a straight line, but what goes down, must come back up again. Trust the process.

📸 @andymiltonphotography because he did a grand job.

@ellisbrigham
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#playthelonggame #ultrarunning #wildswimming #lakedistrict #longcovid #covidrecovery #enduranceathlete #ultrarun #lakedistrictuk #lakes #getoutside #ultrarunner #100miler #setbacks #injuredrunner #mindset #progress

<img src="https://alexstaniforth.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="Progress rarely goes in a straight line. We want to keep getting better every year and to keep pushing the bar as we build our confidence, experience and resilience. This year I had more races booked and even bigger challenges planned than the last. But Covid had other ideas for me. This week I've pulled my last race of the year (Lakes In A Day) in October to try and recover for 2023. But this week I also: - Swam Loweswater, where we started the Lakes, Meres and Waters run back in April. That was my first 100 miler and I'd never have believed that I'd end up swimming across it 4 months later. - Went for my first swimming lesson in 20+ years. Less tears and tantrums this time, but lots still to work on. - Swam Derwentwater with Tim Mosedale, my Everest 2014 + 15 expedition leader. Opposite where Tim took me on my first rock climb 12 years ago. I was probably equally knackered, to be honest. This year's progress looks more like a rollercoaster wave than a straight line, but what goes down, must come back up again. Trust the process. 📸 @andymiltonphotography because he did a grand job. @ellisbrigham @inov_8 @ordnancesurvey #playthelonggame #ultrarunning #wildswimming #lakedistrict #longcovid #covidrecovery #enduranceathlete #ultrarun #lakedistrictuk #lakes #getoutside #ultrarunner #100miler #setbacks #injuredrunner #mindset #progress">

First swimming lesson in 20+ years. Turns out you

First swimming lesson in 20+ years. Turns out you don't get badges when you're 27 though. Gutted!

I had developed my very own swimming style which generally involved swallowing the water of various lakes, meres, waters and rivers in the last 25 days. You're never too late to learn something new. Thanks Heather @south_lakes_swimming for putting up with me!

@speedouk

#stillwantmybadgethough #30dipsin30days #swimming #openwaterswimming #openwater #windermere #lakedistrictuk #lakes #fellfoot #wildswimming #training #speedouk

<img src="https://alexstaniforth.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="First swimming lesson in 20+ years. Turns out you don't get badges when you're 27 though. Gutted! I had developed my very own swimming style which generally involved swallowing the water of various lakes, meres, waters and rivers in the last 25 days. You're never too late to learn something new. Thanks Heather @south_lakes_swimming for putting up with me! @speedouk #stillwantmybadgethough #30dipsin30days #swimming #openwaterswimming #openwater #windermere #lakedistrictuk #lakes #fellfoot #wildswimming #training #speedouk">

Current progress getting on the property ladder:

Current progress getting on the property ladder:

Jokes aside, this is probably the best chance of buying my first house in Cumbria at the moment. I guess that's the price you pay for living in the most beautiful place in the UK.

The second homers would pay a fortune for a view like this though - never mind a private pool!

Great night under the stars at Blea Water this week.

#bestthingsinlifearefree #millennialproblems #wildcampinguk #wildcamping #lakedistrict #lakedistrictuk #getoutside #bleawater #haweswater #exploremore #tarn #firsttimebuyer

<img src="https://alexstaniforth.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png" alt="Current progress getting on the property ladder: Jokes aside, this is probably the best chance of buying my first house in Cumbria at the moment. I guess that's the price you pay for living in the most beautiful place in the UK. The second homers would pay a fortune for a view like this though - never mind a private pool! Great night under the stars at Blea Water this week. #bestthingsinlifearefree #millennialproblems #wildcampinguk #wildcamping #lakedistrict #lakedistrictuk #getoutside #bleawater #haweswater #exploremore #tarn #firsttimebuyer">

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