16/02/2026
We are incredibly grateful to Neil Agius for recognizing the work of the MOVE.
Being involved in clinical research while gaining such a unique, hands-on experience alongside a world record holder and his dedicated team is truly an honor. Collaborating at this level not only deepens our understanding of performance psychology but also reinforces our commitment to supporting athletes who push the limits of human potential.
We’re excited to continue this journey together and look forward to further collaboration and empowering more ultra-distance athletes to strengthen their mindset, elevate their performance, and achieve their dreams.
Last year, I turned my 7-day, 271km swim around Gozo into a live experiment.
What made the Gozo 7 different was that we decided to go down the scientific route, studying the mind and body under extreme stress.
As part of a study we conducted with Move, I underwent cognitive tests before and after the swim.
The team concluded that I meet the criteria for ADHD.
But my ability to focus and sustain attention improves significantly in purposeful and meaningful contexts, such as swimming.
In the water I held perfect focus for 15 hours straight.
Tracking currents.
Monitoring my body.
Reading the environment around me.
The study’s conclusion was simple: In purposeful environments, the neurodivergent traits became an advantage.
In the water, I entered flow and felt aligned with my purpose.
Your nervous system isn’t broken; we’re just all optimised for meaning.
The question isn’t “How do I fix my attention?”
It’s “Where does my attention come alive?”
