Category: The 120 Mile Hudson River Grind

Given the robust talent in the greater Boston area, I am honored and humbled to be chosen as the Eagle Tribune’s 2016 Sportsman of the Year. The Eagle Tribune has been in my corner every step of the journey. I am grateful for the support and friendship that I have developed with them. Check out […]

The Andovers: towns located in the North Shore of MA, which have a very rich history and legacy dating back to 1642. In addition to the historical landmarks, it is home to thriving multi-generation businesses and is concentrated with top and elite prep schools in the nation. My family has been lucky to call this area […]

My friend, Smith College teammate, and “self appointed sister”, Abby Bergman’s Catalina Channel attempt is this Sunday, July 24th overnight to July 25th. I have had the great pleasure of working with her there past few months as she has been preparing, training, and (soon to be) attempting this great feat. When I asked Abby […]

During my training for 8 Bridges Hudson River Swim (120-mile Marathon Swim over 7 days), I incorporated Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) into my recovery techniques. I was able to work with both Judy Malcolm before the event, and Meaghan Murphy (who recommended the practice to me) during the event. I had never done FST prior […]

  I have said before that swimming 8 Bridges was a transformative experience. That’s not a term I use lightly, and I use it because this experience has taught me so much about limits, trust, your support system, and the greatness that can happen when individuals work together to do accomplish goals. There are a […]

I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to the dedicated, passionate, and brilliant race directors, Rondi Davies and David Barra. Both are incredibly decorated marathon swimmers themselves who have created an event that over the last 6 years has raised awareness for the beautiful and swimmable resource we have in the U.S.A spanning over […]

Alongside every swimmer at 8 Bridges, is an incredibly dedicated kayaker. I don’t know how I hit the mega millions jackpot by being assigned to Margrethe, but all I can say is that I couldn’t have done the swim without her. At the top of my list of reasons why I succeeded, is her name. […]

Hello friends! 4 days down 3 to go!!! Logging in about 66.3 miles in the Hudson River thus far! Tomorrow, June 30th is a rest day, but I will be back on Friday for Stage 5! (I am so excited because one of my favorite people/twin, incredibly decorated marathon swimmer, inspiration, and Smithie 2020, Charlotte […]

TOMORROW: STAGE 1: SPLASH TIME 8:20-8:42 I wanted to make sure you all have the available tracker link so you can see the day-to-day progress as I make my way down the 120 miles of the Hudson River! You can access the tracker at the link below (it will show all the swimmers in the […]

As we round the final 3 days before GO TIME, final preparations have been put in place. -Checking the weather and water temps for the 7-days of the swim -Figuring out logistics- where to meet for the start, where to meet for the finish -Solidifying my week nutritional plan (what works for breakfast, pre swim, […]

Full interview, photos, and video clips! Article and photos: http://www.eagletribune.com/news/new-challenge-for-local-long-distance-swimmer/article_230f1cec-50c3-5a81-8921-6fb32e076f29.html Video: http://videos.eagletribune.com/eagletribune/pqem7r?v=autoplay_postroll&e=e0018&opn=right_rail_embed   read more

I recently found out that there will be a way to get live feed tracking during the swim! I will be sure to post the links once they are made available! Now you all can be in the Hudson River with me! Thank you for the support! read more

Disclaimer: I am NOT nor have I ever been pregnant. I figured this was an important clarification. I’ve been asked many times what preparing, training, doing, and recovering from a marathon swim is like? As I began to think about it, my best analogy was a pregnancy…. or what I imagine a pregnancy to be […]

Is the 8 Bridges Hudson River Swim the longest swim in the world?  Yes, at 120 miles it is the worlds longest marathon swim. (Florida to Cuba was 110 miles) How is the 8 Bridges 120 miles of the Hudson different then the English Channel swim? First: the distance. The English Channel was 20-30 miles […]

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Check out my teammate, fellow open water marathon swimmer, and “lil sis” Abby’s blog! abbygirlrose One of the main reasons I was attracted to Seven Sisters colleges and Smith College in particular is the deep history and legacies, both in academics and swimming, attached to these schools. Between 1984 and 2014 seven Seven Sisters women […]

  One month. Get ready. Longest marathon swim in the world. I’m going the distance. https://www.8bridges.org/more/swimmer-list-2/ read more

The Smith College Athletic Facilities got cosmetic updates! One of the updates is a historical timeline of Smith women accomplishing some massive athletic feats. Some of these accomplishments include: Senda Berenson Abbott of Smith’s athletics department introducing basketball for women (and Smith students being the first college women to play the game) in 1892, Victoria […]

  Thanks to my friends at FINIS, I am the proud owner of a FINIS DUO! Unlike other swimp3s which sit in the ear socket, the DUO sits on your temples….therefore, you don’t have to worry about water getting trapped in your ear socket! The sound quality is amazing. It’s a very unique experience. Per usual, […]

Ever wonder how marathon swimming is different from pool swimming? Check this article out!  I was recently featured in an article in Swimming World written by my teammate/great friend/lil sis/ future Catalina Channel swim finisher, Abby Bergman! I am quoted alongside the hugely inspirational marathon swimming pioneer, Lynne Cox (Swimming to Antarctica) and one of the 2016 Rio […]

I’m a firm believer in expressing gratitude for the individuals, places and events that have been meaningful to me. Life’s short…nobody knows what the future holds. If someone is important to you, tell them. If they’ve helped you in some way, let them know. If there is something you admire about them, make their day […]