Chasing Limits
Chasing Limits: Pushing physical & psychological boundaries to swim 30 miles in 3 days in the Pacific Ocean is a book published in April 2025 and written by Jonathan R. Storm after attempting the ʻAu I Nā Mokupuni ʻEkolu Maui Nui Swim in Hawaii.
Synopsis
[[Chasing Limits: Pushing physical & psychological boundaries to swim 30 miles in 3 days in the Pacific Ocean is the gripping account of an epic four day open ocean adventure known as the Maui Nui; three consecutive stage swims spanning 30 miles in the challenging and unpredictable waters of Hawaii. From the grueling physical preparation to the periods of self-doubt, this book explores the thought process of a relative newcomer to open ocean swimming, attempting to go beyond his comfort limits in order to achieve the impossible. With unforeseen challenges and fierce battles with Mother Nature, the reader will get a true sense of what hard work, commitment, and curiosity can lead to when faced with a seemingly insurmountable task.
