Isabella Brandt

– Why do you want to participate in One Water Race?

I still want to be able to tell my grandkids that I made it from Arholma to Landsort! I will not be able to put this behind me until I have reached Landsort how ever long it will take to make this happen.

– Have you taken a similar challenge before?

Yes, but this time I hope to be in better shape and better prepared for the task.

– What are your strengths?

Stubborn for sure, motivated to prepare for the race! I’m also an equally good swimmer and runner and working on my navigation to make it good enough for the race.

– What are your weaknesses?

Still, the Orientering and navigating is my weakest spot but hopefully not for long.

– What would be your biggest challenges in this race?

The cold and sleep deprivation are the toughest parts for me. The cold, especially getting in and out of the water. It’s not just uncomfortable, but a constant battle to keep going as your body struggles to stay warm. Sleep deprivation , not having the best decision making skills in the second half of the race.

– Have you been to the Stockholm archipelago and what do you know/think about the terrain?

Yes and there is no greater place to be!

– What are you most looking forward to, if you would participate in One Water Race?

The struggle, the teamwork, being on the course experiencing the lows but also the highs that come in ultra events.