Wild Swimming with Giancarlo Bertozzi: The Water, the Ocean and Waves of Change

In this conversation, Giancarlo Bertozzi discusses his passion for open water swimming and the challenges he faces in preparing for a Catalina channel attempt. He explains the physical and mental aspects of long-distance swimming, including the importance of endurance and the ability to overcome negative thoughts. Giancarlo also highlights the supportive and inspiring community of open water swimmers and the opportunity to raise funds for charitable causes through swimming events. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of swimming and the sense of family that develops among swimmers. Takeaways - Open water swimming provides a sense of joy and freedom - Sunrise swims offer a unique and beautiful perspective - Encounters with wildlife add to the excitement of open water swimming - Joining a swimming community can enhance the experience - Swimming in rough conditions requires skill and adaptability - Cold water immersion has numerous health benefits Open water swimming is a transformative and inspiring sport that builds endurance and mental strength. - The open water swimming community is supportive and welcoming, creating a sense of family among swimmers. - Swimmers can use their passion for swimming to raise funds for charitable causes and make a positive impact. - Long-distance swimming requires the ability to overcome negative thoughts and stay focused on the goal. - Swimming in the ocean provides a unique and peaceful experience that can be both meditative and exhilarating. ** Music Tracks by Alex Grohl on Pixabay (Where applicable) ** Feel free to LIKE, SHARE AND COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE.  Follow The Contrast Project online: ** https://www.thecontrastproject.tv/ ** ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheContrastProjectJax ** ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_contrast_project/ ** https://www.instagram.com/contrast_podcast_backup/ ** https://www.threads.net/@contrast_podcast_backup ** ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ContrastProjTV⁠⁠  ** https://www.youtube.com/@thecontrastproject7242 ** Streaming on all major platforms, including: ** https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-contrast-project ** https://spoti.fi/3D4BHdg ** https://apple.co/3PGNSEE ** https://ihr.fm/3riy010 ** https://bit.ly/Contrast_Radio_Public Amazon : https://amzn.to/45UmqsC  ** You can help support The Contrast Project Lounge Podcast by visiting:  https://ko-fi.com/contrastprojectloungepodcast Keywords open water swimming, sunrise swims, favorite swim locations, wildlife encounters, Duval Ocean Swimmers, challenges of swimming in rough conditions, benefits of cold water immersion, open water swimming, Catalina channel, endurance, mental strength, supportive community, charitable causes #podcastersofinsta #podcastersofinstagram  #podcastersunite #thalassophile #openwaterswimmers  #author  #photographers