ELIZA JOHNSON

What sport are you specialised in?

Surf Lifesaving and Ocean paddling

Can you describe a typical training day?

Either swim or ski in the morning and ski paddling or gym in the afternoon plus a run afterwards.
 

How many times a week do you train?

Roughly up to 12-13 sessions depending on what the weekend holds (e.g. racing or a recovery weekend)

 

What was it like winning Aussies?

It was literally a dream come true, the year before I won, I got second, and I’ve always had a voice in my head saying I wanted to be better the next season, I wanted to be the best. So, I came out that next season with my head down and bum up and was very determined. When I crossed the line at Kurrawa, I just felt relief, I had done it, and I had achieved my goal. What a feeling it was. I still get goosebumps when I think back to it.

 

 Was this the achievement you are most proud of?

I’ve got two achievements I am proud of one being the NSW State in 2021, that year was my last year doing Iron Person, and I wanted to give it a red-hot crack. I came away from that state as the NSW u19s state Ironwomen champion and ski champion.

In the 2022 season was when I won the ski at the Australian titles at Kurrawa. Looking back at the race, my race plan couldn’t have gone more down the drain than it did, with an early fall off my ski I was able to paddle the girls down by the second break and came home strong. This race will forever stay with me.

 

Do you have a pre-training go-to meal?

A piece of fruit mainly a banana and a protein bar.

Tell us about your favourite training session and discipline.

Ski! Ski is the best and most enjoyable discipline.

 

What Kozii do you like to wear?

Kozii Elite-X One piece

How do you feel when you wear Kozii swimwear?

Supported and very comfortable.

 
What is your favourite thing to do in Kozii Swimwear?

Compete and train 

What do you like about the new style the Elite X?

No gapping on the sides, Thinner straps mean more comfort for long days in Kozii.

Describe Kozii Swimwear in three words:

• Comfortable
• Stylish
• Supported

How does it feel to fly the flag for Kozii swimwear?

I feel very supported to be flying the flag for Kozii. I have worn Kozii’s since I started nippers in Under 6’s. this is due to my older sister being a part of team Kozii when
she was a part of the sport.

What Kozii’s do you have in your closet?

I have a lot of elite bind Kozii’s in my swimwear draw, a lot meaning 43 pairs of Kozii one pieces and 10 different styles in two-pieces.

 

We hear you are quite the academic! What do you study and what is your current occupation?

I am studying Radiation therapy, full time. I have two causal jobs, Lifeguarding on the beach and working in a Sports Supplement store.

 

Where can we find you training in your Kozii Swimwear?

Around the Newcastle area, training location vary between beaches and pools.