Summary

In this conversation, Barnaby Ryder shares his journey as a young swimmer, discussing his early experiences in Dubai, his transition to Mount Kelly School, and his aspirations to swim the English Channel. He emphasizes the importance of mental health awareness, particularly for men, and how his upcoming swim is tied to supporting a charity focused on this issue. Barnaby's passion for swimming and his dedication to both his sport and mental health advocacy shine throughout the discussion.

Takeaways

• Barnaby started swimming at the age of seven in Dubai.
• He trains seven times a week, now up to eight or nine sessions.
• Competing in the Ocean-man 10K was a nerve-wracking experience for him.
• He came second in the under 19 category at the Ocean-man.
• Mount Kelly School has a strong family feel and has greatly impacted his swimming.
• He dropped a minute and a half in his 1500m time in just half a term at Mount Kelly.
• Only 1,800 people have ever successfully swum the English Channel.
• Barnaby is swimming for the men's mental health charity, Man Up.
• He believes the phrase 'man up' is a myth and harmful to men's mental health.
• Cold water swimming has significant mental health benefits.

Links:

www.mountkelly.com

Go Fund Me Link

This podcast was produced by The Bonjour Agency Ltd

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