Isabel Czajkowskyj

How do you stay motivated and push yourself in training?
In training I stay motivated by being out in the ocean training, doing what I love and catching waves with my friends.

Many athletes have pre-game rituals that help them get into the zone.
What are some of your personal pre-game rituals or routines that you believe help you get in the zone before hitting the beach or pool?

Every morning before a carnival or training I get in the car and immediately turn on the radio. Music helps me to get pumped before I race. When I get to the beach, I sit down and relax before my race or get on my wetsuit for warmup.

Reflecting on your career so far, what would you consider as the most memorable or defining moment?

A memorable moment would be having fun with my friends at carnivals, training and winning 1^st in the ironwoman at QLD State Championships.

Are there any specific achievements or milestones that you are particularly proud of and that you feel have significantly impacted your journey as an athlete?

A specific moment or milestone is getting the highest ever medal tally and points in the club at branch carnival, 1^st place ironwoman at states and making 50m Butterfly for states in swimming.

Beyond your athletic pursuits, do you have any hobbies or passions that might surprise people?

Some other hobbies I have is playing the clarinet. I play the clarinet at school in the band and practice at home. I also have a small drum I like to jam on. When it’s a good temperature I like to get out my motorbike and go for a ride around the property.

How do you balance your intense training and competition schedule with personal interests outside of your sport?

Most afternoons and mornings you would find me at the beach or at the pool training, but I still find time to squeeze in some practice on my clarinet.

What are your top 3 ENGINE products (either for racing or training)? 

My top 3 Engine products are my Capri's, my Backpack Pro and my turqua warrior goggles.