Archive Monthly Archives: February 2013
The Closest Race Yet
Rotorua swimmer Kane Radford has prevailed in a thrilling State La Grande Swim, the fourth round of the State New Zealand Ocean Swim Series.
Continue readingYoungest But by no Means Least
The countdown is on for this weekend’s State La Grande swim in Akaroa with 850 swimmers expected to take the plunge this Saturday 23 February. The youngest registered swimmer is a Christchurch 7 year old who is not phased to be named as the youngest – she is the youngest of four so is well […]
Continue readingOptimise your off-season swimming training
With fluctuations in water temperature, surface chop and currents open water swimming can sometimes feel like an entirely different sport to pool swimming, therefore requiring a different skill set than pool swimming. However, even the best open water swimmers in the world do much of their training in a pool. Pools offer objective feedback, interval […]
Continue readingThe Hector’s Dolphins
Akaroa Harbour is well known for playing host to the beautiful Hector’s dolphins. They are among the world’s smallest marine dolphins and extensive conservation work is being carried out to protect these fantastic creatures, which are found only in the inshore waters of New Zealand.
Continue readingWorkout Nutrition
WHEN you eat can be as important as WHAT you eat regarding workout nutrition. There is an endless range of supplements and wonder-foods available, many promising a great return if you simply purchase their product. Well, there are some supplements that could help with workouts and recovery, but they are just that – supplements to […]
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