Alexandra Heminsley joined us for a webchat on publication of her last book Running Like a Girl - where she shared the pain and joy of running her first marathon. Last year she embarked on a new challenge; she decided to learn how to go from a head-above-the-water-slow-lane-swimmer to a full-on wet-suit-clad sea-swimmer. Leap In documents her experience of learning to swim and looks at the benefits of cold-water swimming for both mind and body. She rounds off with a fascinating look at the history of swimming.
If you'd like to read this inspiring, funny and insightful new book, apply for one of 50 free copies. Once you've read the book come back to this thread and let us know what you think.
Whether you've read the book or not, we're offering everyone the chance to put your questions to author Alexandra Heminsley. Post your Qs up before Monday 13 February and we'll post up Alexandra's answers before the end of the month.