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Hundreds weather cold for Minnesota's first ice swim

Hundreds of swimmers braved the cold in Minnesota for the state's first-ever ice swimming event, held at the Lake Minnetonka's Excelsior Bay. The event, which took place in water temperatures around 32 degrees Fahrenheit, was organized by the International Ice Swimming Association (IISA) and featured participants from various countries including the U.S., Canada, and the UK. Competitors swam without wetsuits, adhering to IISA rules, in distances ranging from 25 meters to 1,000 meters. The event not only tested the swimmers' endurance but also highlighted the growing popularity of ice swimming, with participants expressing a mix of exhilaration and relief upon completing their swims. The event was also a spectacle for onlookers, showcasing the unique challenge and community spirit of ice swimming.

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