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You probably know I love cold water swimming. And it is a pleasure to now do research on this. Our survey was the first to suggest an association between cold water swimming and reducing menstrual and menopause symptoms. But we really need more research into women's health and

Is it just me who starts crying every time I see the paraolympics? What they’ve been through to get to the games. Such hard work and perseverance. Bless everyone of them. They are all legends. #ParaOlympics2024

Today I took part in a stroke research study at Addenbrookes. Cognitive tests. Blood tests. And a brain scan. They said I had great blood pressure and kidney function.

My first sleep ever on a narrow boat. Now off to find a swim spot. And relax #wellbeing

Today’s location for book writing. Done 2 hours so far. Still on the chapter about sex. Adding in quotes from the 50 women I interviewed. Some anonymously! #book #sex

I’ve had problems with my podcast platform. Every time they upgrade - I get problems. I want to move platforms. Any recommendations please?

This weeks podcast is the last in the series about Motherhood. I talked to Jody Day about childlessness. Ahead of World Childless Week. We probably all know someone who has not had children. In this clip, Jody explains the difference between Childfree and Childless. Listen to

Ahead of World Childless Week, on this weeks podcast, Jody Day talked about the grief of being childless when you want to be a mother. It is grief. And Gateway Women are here to support those going through this. And read her book. #motherhood #childless #worldchildlessweek

I’m coming up to my 3rd week of no processed sugar. No chocolate. Sweets. Cakes. Biscuits. Pastries. It’s been ok. I even cut the cake at my friends birthday party on Saturday and didn’t lick my fingers! It’s easier when I’m away from home. #sugar #sweets #chocolate #cake

In the lakes for the Outdoor Swimming Research Forum 2024 where I’ll be talking about my research into cold water swimming and women’s health. It’s so beautiful here.

I’m aiming to spend at least 2 hours a day writing my book. As much as I can I want to do this by water. Today’s location is Ullswater. The sun is shining. I’m feeling productive.

Testosterone might not be the answer.

I said I was going to write my book near water. How inspiring and wonderful this is.

We are having an amazing morning listening to fantastic talks on cold water swimming. #osrf24

Our first paper out from our menopause education and support programme - InTune- is out today. It’s open access. I will put the direct link in comments. Dr Shema Tariq (she/her) NickyKeayFitness