Ice for Life: Finding Peace in Cold Water with Annika Surry

About this episode

Dave talks with Annika Surry about her passion for cold-water swimming and its transformative effects on her life.

In this episode, Dave talks with Annika Surry , known on Instagram as @ice_for_life_annika_surry , about her extraordinary passion for cold-water swimming and the transformative power it has had on her life. Living near Copenhagen, Annika swims almost every day — often at sunrise — embracing the elements no matter the weather. She shares how swimming in icy water helps her manage the symptoms of multiple sclerosis, calming her body and clearing her mind. What began as post-exercise dips soon evolved into a daily ritual and a source of strength, mindfulness, and joy. The conversation spans her travels to some of the world’s most remarkable swimming locations — from the sea pools of Cornwall and the ice holes of Umeå, Sweden, to swimming among the icebergs of Patagonia and the icy seas of Iceland. Annika describes the serenity of nature, the discipline of ice swimming without a sauna, and the sense of community among fellow “cold crazies.” Listeners hear stories of competitions, adventures with her famous travel companion Doris the Duck , and her philosophy that swimming outdoors is as much about connection to nature as it is about endurance. Follow us on Instagram…

People in this episode

Host: Dave Wallace

Guest: Annika Surry

Topics covered

• cold-water swimming
• multiple sclerosis
• mindfulness
• nature connection
• community
• adventure

Keywords

• cold-water swimming
• multiple sclerosis
• mindfulness
• nature
• adventure
• community
• ice swimming

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Instagram

Places: Copenhagen, Cornwall, Umeå, Patagonia, Iceland

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