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3 min readNew DelhiMay 7, 2026 03:00 PM IST<\/p>\n

Milind Soman does the unthinkable yet again. Taking to Instagram recently, the 60-year-old shared that he swam from Europe to Africa across the Strait of Gibraltar, a 15km stretch. \u201c1st of May, I swam from Europe to Africa, across the Strait of Gibraltar, 15km at the closest point, from Tarifa in Spain to the coast of Morocco. Beautiful beautiful beautiful swim,\u201d he wrote, captioning a series of photos which show his well-sculpted physique.<\/p>\n

The post quickly grabbed attention online with many hailing the fitness aficionado\u2019s mindset. \u201cIncredible,\u201d wrote Shenaz Treasury, while actor Aashka Goradia commented, \u201cSTARRRRR\u201d.<\/p>\n

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DISCLAIMER:\u00a0This article is based on information from the public domain and\/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.<\/p>\n

This display of endurance highlighted how extreme physical challenges push the body\u2019s immunity, resilience, and recovery systems to their limits.<\/p>\n

\u201cSwimming, especially in open water, places a unique demand on the body. Unlike land workouts, it combines cold exposure, breath control, and full-body muscular engagement. Cold water, in particular, can act as a stressor that temporarily challenges the immune system<\/a><\/strong>. The body responds by activating adaptive mechanisms, which over time may improve resilience and tolerance to stress,\u201d said consultant dietitian and fitness expert Garima Goyal.<\/p>\n

From a clinical perspective, moderate and consistent exercise is known to support immunity by improving the circulation of immune cells, reducing chronic inflammation, and enhancing metabolic health. \u201cHowever, intense endurance challenges like long-distance swimming can create a short-term dip in immunity, often referred to as the \u201copen window\u201d phase. During this period, the body is more susceptible to infections due to physical stress and energy depletion,\u201d said Goyal.<\/p>\n

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Another key factor is recovery and nutrition. \u201cActivities<\/a><\/strong> like open-water swimming require adequate protein for muscle repair, carbohydrates for energy replenishment, and micronutrients like zinc, vitamin C, and vitamin D to support immune function. Without proper recovery, repeated stress can weaken immunity rather than strengthen it,\u201d said Goyal.<\/p>\n

Breath control in swimming also plays a role. Controlled breathing patterns can improve lung capacity and oxygen utilisation, indirectly supporting overall physiological efficiency and resilience.<\/p>\n

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What makes such challenges impactful is the balance between stress and adaptation.\u201d When managed well, they can strengthen both physical endurance and immune response. When pushed without recovery, they can do the opposite.<\/p>\n

DISCLAIMER:\u00a0This article is based on information from the public domain and\/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.<\/p>\n

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