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‘The ocean is saving me’: How Natasha’s daily swim keeps her sane – The Age
Natasha Herbert has some tips for those attempting their first ocean swim in the depths of Melbourne’s winter: breathe deeply, walk slowly and bring a thermos.

“I look forward to it and I crave it. If in doubt, do it. You never regret a swim. It’s such a good motto to live by.”
While swimming pools have been closed in metro Melbourne under stage three restrictions, beaches have remained open.
Those lucky enough to live within five kilometres from a beach are allowed there as part of their one hour of daily exercise under stage four restrictions.
Ms Herbert says her daily swims are keeping her sane, providing a cold therapy that improves her mental a…
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