Triathlon

To begin the approach to a healthy lifestyle for college students, I believe universities should an addition to University Graduation requirements for students to take a health related course. Such courses could include Introduction to Public Health, or even a running class. The stress-relieving and mental benefits of exercise should be stressed just as much as the benefits of appearance. Too often, students neglect working out because they do not believe that they have time. If a required…

to go above and beyond to meet their requirements. This discipline is from within the individual not a directive from the leader. Collins refers to this as “rinsing their cottage cheese”. He describes a world class athlete and six-time Ironman Triathlon winner who was very self-disciplined. He believed a low fat, high carbohydrate diet would give him an extra edge when competing. He was so disciplined that before…

supplies, etc. Once the holidays come around, the gifts are given to the children and their days are brightened. It is a great opportunity to give back to the community and it informs us on struggles occurring everyday. Whether I am helping with triathlons, elementary school fun nights, or Red Cross blood drives, each committee reflects back to our community and serves as a reminder as to why I participate. Living in a small town has influenced my decision to want to go to a larger college…

“There was no telling Doug that he could not do something” was how his mother described him. His mother recalled a time when Doug was three years old. His brothers were trying to get him up on the roof of a barn. She stopped them and said “Doug cannot go up there until he is able to climb up on his own.” As she turned around to walk back inside, the older boys yelled to her, saying “He’s up!” From that moment on she knew there wasn’t much that could stop this young boy of hers. Douglas…

Anyone who exercises can become dehydrated, especially in hot, humid conditions or at high altitudes. But athletes who train for and participate in ultramarathons, triathlons, mountain climbing expeditions and cycling tournaments are at particularly high risk. That's because the longer you exercise, the more difficult it is to stay hydrated. During exercise, your body may lose more water than it can absorb. With every…

Arriving home after a long and monotonous day of school, I lob my backpack against my trusty chair and it collapses to its side. Conversely, I find myself wanting to do the same. What I had learned and what I had to do were a couple of the things that went through my mind as I reflected on the day. School work was something I could not have said that I found fun or interesting, however, I could also not have said that I found the work I did insignificant, right? The work in high school all…

ENDURANCE What is endurance? It simply pertains to your capacity to sustain a physical activity for a long period. Running, cycling, and swimming are some of the exercises requiring endurance. And, if you think of a marathon or the famous Ironman Triathlon, you get it right. However, just because these activities require so much stamina, it doesn’t mean you can forego with this in your daily workout. Because, in fact, there are workout or exercise routines, that need solid endurance on your…

foundation. Douglas knew there was danger but he continued to stay strong. Furthermore, In the video Labor of Love, Dick Hoyt said that he couldn’t swim and when he jumped into the lake he couldn’t swim ten feet. Dick Hoyt had a problem in running this triathlon with his son; Hoyt didn’t know how to swim but he didn’t let that stop him. He never ceased to train so that he could do what him and his son love to do together. “‘I'll get them, don't worry!’ I started at a dead run for the…

2 developing an exercise program for cardiorespiratory endurance my goals had changed from the original assignment. My Final goals basically stayed the same improving physical appearance, general health, but I also added the goal of completing a triathlon. My current status goals have changed dramatically. I have increased my goal…

My family has always been a sports family. Ever since I can remember the entirety of my life outside of school has revolved around sports. For my dad it was soccer, a sport which I played and enjoyed but unlike my parents, when they were younger, I had a burning desire to play hockey. Hours of running wildly around my house dressed in goalie equipment, finally convinced my parents to sign their 5 year old up for timbits hockey. I enjoyed playing the game for many years to follow, and still do…