Preparing for the 8.2-Mile Mackinac Island Swim

Preparing for the 8.2-Mile Mackinac Island Swim

When I decided to commit to the 8.2-mile Mackinac Swim, I knew the road ahead would require grit, consistency, and a solid training plan. Open-water swimming presents challenges—current, temperature, and mental endurance—but the reward of completing such a feat outweighs every obstacle. Recently, I had the opportunity to swim in the clear, turquoise waters of the Caribbean, where I embraced the thrill of open water. That experience fueled my det…