Just two weeks ago, the documentary Resilience premiered, shining a light on the remarkable story of Dutch professional triathlete Els Visser. In 2023, Visser was crowned European Long Distance Champion, but her journey to becoming one of the sport’s top athletes began under extraordinary – and life-threatening – circumstances.
Back in 2014, Visser survived a shipwreck in Indonesia. Stranded at sea, she swam for eight hours to reach the nearest island – a fight for survival that ultimately shaped her mindset and resilience as both a person and an athlete.
Resilience offers a powerful glimpse into Visser’s unique life. The film not only revisits her harrowing survival story but also captures her relentless training and racing at the highest level. It’s an inspiring watch and well worth your time.
You can watch the full documentary for free by clicking here.