Finding the Deep Water Flow: Mark Schulein’s Epic Endurance Paddles for a Cause

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The ocean has a unique way of forging character, transforming personal ambition into profound charitable purpose, and demanding a level of physical and mental commitment that few activities can match. For dedicated watermen like Mark Schulein, the rhythm of the paddle is not just about covering distance; it is a guaranteed path to fitness, mental …

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Finding the Flow State in the Channel of Bones: Nick Franco’s Epic Ocean Life

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Imagine paddling 32 grueling miles across one of the world’s most treacherous stretches of water, the Kaiwi Channel, known chillingly as the Channel of Bones. This is not just a physical feat; it is a profound mental undertaking, a deep dive into self-imposed suffering in pursuit of something extraordinary. It is in this crucible of …

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