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Canisius College Diving and Track Alum
“20 seconds of insane courage...”
SwimRun | Endurance junkie

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Chicago 2026… no words. Thank you to the incredible charity team @angelman_asf Windy City Angels (68 runners, 2 push athletes out of 6 total push athletes in the race) this race couldn’t have been made possible without yall. When things got hard, remembered my why and how this particular race was so much bigger than myself.

Coming into Chicago, I came in with a time expectation to hit, a BQ with buffer. I didn’t get the A goal, but the B goal was so much sweeter. Like every good race- the plan changes and thanks to endurance sports, very good at a quick pivot. The crowds of Chicago brought it- from hearing my family and friends (not always seeing them), the Charity block and every single neighborhood it was hard not to smile the entire race. It was hot but unlike most runners the heat didn’t bother me (bless Louisiana summer training) very lucky to have that under my belt. For me realizing at the 30K to ditch my flask, just got too “heavy” for me and I lost two gels somewhere on course. I was at 2:40 and knew I had to stretch my last gel with about 30-40 mins of running left to go really risking of that under fueled nausea (found some bananas too). Sure enough it came but not until mile 24 and with no good place to puke and rally it was time to rally, play Mario Cart and give it literally all I had knowing if shit hit I would be closer to medical. Once I turned down that finishing shoot the tank got emptied. An official BQ and a new marathon PR (3:23:16) in the books- I happy ugly cried- proud and happy with what had just happened. After reflecting on not hitting the A goal, there were so many wins (most consistent pacing) and lessons I will take away from this incredible race day! Till next time Chicago it’s “bean” great! #MedalMonday taken in Chicago, Illinois by @hotskierchick

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5 days ago

Chicago 2026 LOADING… going in with a grateful heart and excitement for what’s to come! See you at the finish line Sunday! by @hotskierchick

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7 days ago

Spooky Season with some Gal Pals, fun drinks, food and skeletons… say less! 👻🎃💀 taken in Pamplona Tapas Bar by @hotskierchick

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8 days ago

These are my people. The ones who will follow me (and I’ll follow them) around the world! 🌎 #CoreFour Nothing would be possible without my family- they believe in me, they gave me my core values, they love me, they always question my sanity but know I can always do it! taken in Stockholm, Sweden by @hotskierchick

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11 days ago

Castle(s), Cliffs of Moher and clutches (dropped) oh my! The west coast of Ireland offered views on views! From Dublin to the Cliffs to Galway this country has my heart. ☘️🤍 taken in Cliffs of Moher, Ireland by @hotskierchick

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16 days ago

Well educated in Whiskey, Dublin Zoo Animals (prehistoric ones too-could’ve been the whiskey), Book of Kells & Trinity College (we could maybe give you a tour, definitely fun facts) #IrishDebrief taken in Dublin, Ireland by @hotskierchick

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19 days ago

Church (St. Patrick’s- Gorg) and (multiple) Guinness in one day… must be something in the Irish Air ☘️ taken in St. Patrick’s Park by @hotskierchick

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a month ago

One last lil Royal Swedish pit stop. @brooke_01 and I will be adding a few crowns to the collection and drawing some inspiration for the new interior design projects we have from Swedish Royalty. taken in Stockholm Palace by @hotskierchick

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a month ago

Ötillö Worlds 2026… Epic!

3 weeks ago @majatesch said yes! We then became WILD Strangers to Dream Team, thats exactly what happened! Sunday was the first time we met in person, Worlds was the first time we swimrun together, it was the hardest and best day ever! I’ve been here before but you don’t know what kind of day the archipelago will give you. Also racing with a LEGEND who’s done it before helps a tons! 😉

I went into this year wanting a big push (break 12 hours and get close to 11) and that exactly what Maja brought out in me. @idamarika said it best: she is strong and steady. That’s exactly what I needed when I felt broken or frustrated. We reminded each other we can do hard things and to think of rainbows 🌈.

It started at the first swim when it felt like I couldn’t get a whole breath in my lungs (maybe a tiny bit of SIPE creeping in), that didn’t stop me from smiling and watching my amazing teammates feet criss cross over the rocks. Holding a steady pace over all the swims is what my body gave me- even when we were moving backwards on the pig swim, yes backwards. Super piggy this year. Really all of the swims were pig.

The training hours showed up because when I really felt awful and not my strongest swimming or running-I was still able to hold on. Thanks @_marcusbarton and @envolswimrun for some epic training days. Even though I did not feel the best, I did my best time and my partner pushed herself and did her best and crossed the swings of her race list!

Of course there were some poops and a puke and rally! (There will always be a snack time picture or video) Maja’s patience and support with me was incredible and I’m so grateful beyond words for an incredible partner/athlete such as her. I’m still soaking in all of what Monday was (definitely more to come)- but thank you to Maja for stepping in and literally pulling me through the runs, my incredible cheerleaders (@mroz.susan @izzilulu @brooke_01, @wildswimrun Fam and The Royal Fam @matthewroyal @skief21 ) and the awesome ÖTILLÖ team. 20 years of this race and I can’t wait to be back for more to chase that under 11! Maybe with less headwind next time. #NoMoreFucks #Rainbows taken in Utö Värdshus Hotell & Konferens by @hotskierchick

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a month ago

I could be convinced…. But just trying to keep up! So proud of this girl! Oh and she has a podcast @wildonez.podcast
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#ötillö #swimrun #badassgirls #chasingdreams taken in ÖtillÖ Swimrun by @hotskierchick

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a month ago

I love my friends and Stockholm! #SWEEEEEDEEEEN taken in Stockholm, Sweden by @hotskierchick

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a month ago

ONE WEEK out from running up the hill to UTÖ VÄRDSHUS. Beyond grateful I have a body and mind that’s strong enough for this race! Might not be swimrunning with @skief21 or @lexapro13 but am very excited to run it up with @majatesch. This training year might’ve had a many side quest and many moments that did not go according to plan. It wasn’t about making excuses but instead finding a way. Swimrun is a sport that’s teaches you that adaptability and I’d choose it any day! See you soon archipelago. #roadtoötillö taken in Stockholm archipelago by @hotskierchick

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2 months ago