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In this episode of Marathon Swim Stories with Charlotte Brynn, her love of adventure and swimming exudes as we discuss growing up in New Zealand, ending up in the ICU, losing your kayaker, how to choose a crew, "giving it a crack" and so much more!

In her own words: A native of New Zealand, I was born for adventure, growing up, New Zealand’s scenic lakes, rugged mountains and ocean waters were my playground. I now in live in the state of Vermont in the United States, with my family. I am wired for adventure and am passionate about helping others realize their goals and dreams while stretching my own physical and mental limits.

Professional Career:
Executive Director of the Swimming Hole, Nonprofit Community Pool and Fitness Center, Stowe, Vermont, USA, 2001 to present.
Bachelor’s Degree of Physical Education, Otago University, New Zealand
AFFA Certified Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, ASCA Certified Swim Coach & Swim Instructor, Certified Adult Learn to Swim Instructor
USA Nationally Certified Pool Operator

Creds:
Charlotte Brynn: Marathon Swimmer, Channel Swimmer, Ice Swimmer, Exercise Specialist

55 Marathon Swims

2 x International Ice Swimming Association Mile ( 1st New Zealander)
World Open Water Swimming Association’s ( WOWSA) 50 Most Adventurous Open Water Women list  2014, 2015, 2017, 2019

World Open Water Swimming Association’s ( WOWSA) list of top women open water coaches and mentors in the world 2018

Epic Swims Include: Catalina Channel, Manhattan Island Marathon Swim, Atlantic City Around The Island Marathon Swim, In Search of Memphre Marathon Swim

2nd non wetsuit female Finisher overall in the 2019-2020 Global Swim Series: https://openwaterswimming.com/2020/04/2019-2020-global-swim-series-champions/

www.brynnswim.com
YouTube @CharlotteBrynn


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Music credit:

Epic Inspiration  by Rafael Krux
Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer, Todd Lantry.

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Music credit:
Epic Inspiration  by Rafael Krux
Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry.