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His Highness Shaikh Nasser tops the under- 49 age category race.

MAKE THE BIG JUMP Hop on a plane and make the jump of a lifetime. It’s skydiving time!

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FOREWORD

BAHRAIN AND SPORTS INFLUENCING THE GCC AND THE WORLD

Sports can be a powerful tool to promote the holistic growth and development of the youth. In Bahrain, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, we are dedicated to providing all sorts of opportunities for our young people as far as sports is concerned.

I strongly believe that an efficient physical education programme equips people with vital qualities, such as leadership, perseverance, social and moral character, self-esteem, commitment to teamwork, and problem-solving and organisational abilities.

In today’s most challenging environment, such skill helps individuals to succeed in life, and that brings prosperity to the nation. We are always on the lookout for ways of improving facilities and practices for physical education. One example of this is that I feel we should develop a more holistic physical education policy to be implemented right from the early school stages. Possibilities for implementing such a policy are being explored.

Essential life skills are so often the outcome of an effective physical education. In fact, sports have been proven to raise IQ in addition to building confidence and teaching kids about managing emotions, such as self-control. Sports help children to learn hard work, patience, persistence, and how to respond positively to setbacks and failures.

Most importantly, sports helps a child to prepare to take on the many challenges that life has to offer and emerge victorious like a champion.

Sports is an important part of the culture of the Gulf countries, especially endurance horse riding and show jumping, which has an immense traditional value, although we must not forget that there are other sports and sporting events that boast a rich history for us.

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I welcome PowerUp’s continued support in all areas of sports. I hope that more and more people will support local teams and sporting initiatives in their communities; educating the youth on the benefits of healthy living and a healthy lifestyle.

Health is a lifestyle and I chose it.

PowerUp is a good source of information to get you started.

HH Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth & Sports, President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee

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FROM THE EDITOR

WHATS ON… With every passing month, Bahrain’s sports culture keeps getting better and better. This month we cover sports that have proven to be a field of endless possibilities. Whoever said the sky was the limit?

If you are a desk jockey by day and an athlete by night then this the magazine for you. If you missed out on sporting events, not to worry as we give you a preview of some of the biggest sports events that took place last month. Also, here is a chance for you to mark your calendars for some incredible activities heading your way.

BLAST FROM THE PAST

His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa is the pride of the country. The captain of Bahrain Endurance Team put on a solid race as he topped his category in the IRONMAN North American Championship Texas. The team put up an incredible performance once again and has left fans rooting for them harder than ever.

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FIFA World Cup is right around the corner and everyone is gearing up to route for their home teams.

32 teams will compete for the win with Zabivaka the furry mascot cheering them on. Travel with us on the road to Russia and find out more about the most awaited football game of the year.

F1 IS GO! This year is F1’s first-ever triple header with 21 races New designs and team line that will surprise you

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If you want to conquer the sky then you need to meet the team at the Bahrain Air Sports Federation.

PowerUp met the team as they soared the sky with their colourful canopies and asked questions that intrigues everyone. Using highly skilled techniques, coach Oleg and professional flyer Aaron Faith gives some fascinating tips on Skydiving that you wouldn’t have known otherwise. Check out our list of favourite drop zones across the globe. These incredible sites are a must try.

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Heard of Boosaball or Dunny Derby?

Try out these new sports that are quite hilarious

OFFICIALLY AMAZING!

Bahrain breaks the record for the longest play futsal tournament

TAKING FITNESS TO NEW HEIGHTS Scale the mountains and get into shape with these exciting altitude training programs

The men behind Gravity’s 2- way dynamic team had so much to say about their passion to fly. Preparing for the world cup, Garth and Ben tell the story of how it all began. It’s never too late to follow this sport so if you are thinking about indoor skydiving, then this is a must read article!

No more scope for excuses as we bring power exercises that you can do right at your desk. That’s right.

It doesn’t matter whether you can’t hit the gym to get in shape. You can start off with these workouts and gradually build up. Bye-bye excuses and hello fitness!

Meet the boss who isn’t your typical CEO. A hands-on person, Dr Essa Faqeeh has been shaping the future of hospitality and transforming it into a lifestyle. Many of you dream of starting your own business someday and here’s what the visionary had to say. So get ready to be inspired. Did you know that a spa is not just a place to relax but it could be more than that? Flip the pages to find out more.

Fitbit Versa made such a buzz as it hit stores. With a lot of rumours going on about its features and whether it was as good as other smartwatches around PowerUp decided to settle it once and for all. Are these exciting features really worth it? Find out in this edition.

You would have taken a resolution to get in shape but may not exactly know where to begin. Not to worry as we have the 11-week diary which would come in handy. With the right gears and outfit, you are all set to go. Where? Finding difficult in choosing the right gym? We did a gym tour and we’ll tell you what oxygen gym is all about. Follow the space to find out more on other gyms in Bahrain in the upcoming editions.

There’s so much more that will get you glued to the magazine so make sure you get your latest PowerUp Edition.

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CONTENTS

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Time To Soar, Glide and Swoop

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Beat the heat

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Road To Russia

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Cycling To Make A Difference

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Curtain Closes on Gold Coast

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Let’s Get Physical

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Battling It Out

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PowerUp Goes On Gym Tour

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Swim Right, Swim Safe

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Dance Power To You

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Game On Fitness

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Around Bahrain

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Sign Up Now!

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Make The Big Jump

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Where to Skydive Around The World

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Eid Getaways

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Race The Stars

H E A LT H 59

Yummylicious

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Turning Hospitality Into Lifestyle

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Swim Safe, Swim Happy

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11 Weeks Checklist

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Wellness Trends This Summer

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Bahrain Endurance 13 gives a solid race. His Highness Shaikh Nasser tops the under- 49 age category race.

MAKE THE BIG JUMP Hop on a plane and make the jump of a lifetime.

It’s skydiving time!

ROAD TO RUSSIA Everything you need to know about the 21st edition of 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia

THE 11 WEEK CHECKLIST All you need to do is take 11 small, simple and easy steps that will help you stay healthier and in shape this summer.

TURNING HOSPITALITY INTO LIFESTYLE The mastermind behind a luxurious lifestyle who even has a Guinness book of world records under his sleeve.

Meet the boss Dr Essa Faqeeh

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“Always make a total effort, even when the odds are against you” ARNOLD PALMER Arnold Daniel Palmer was an American professional golfer who is generally regarded as one of the greatest and most charismatic players in the sport’s history

PREPARATIONS FOR UAE TOUR KICK-OFF Kicking off their preparations for next year’s UAE Tour, the Dubai Sports Council and Abu Dhabi Sports Council held

UAE STEAL THE SHOW The UAE continued with their impressive showing at the Abu Dhabi World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship as they claimed a rich haul of 36 gold, 36 silver and 82 bronze medals on the second day of the championship at Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City. The championship was open to all nationalities and witnessed world's leading athletes in

“Do you know what my favorite part of the game is? The opportunity to play” MIKE SINGLETARY Michael Singletary is an American football coach and former professional football player.

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a coordination meeting at DSC, where they announced the formation of the Local Organising Committees and discussed various other issues.

The UAE Tour came into being following the decision to merge the boy's youth (10 to 17) all ages across juniors, teens and juveniles categories in all belts. Held under the patronage His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, the Abu Dhabi World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2018 is being organized by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF). Thousands of

OPENS SPORTS CONTESTS UAE residents will now be able to compete in all official sports championships and contests – regardless of their nationalities.

The UAE Cabinet endorsed a federal law in this regard as per the directives of President Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The new legislation also enables the children born to Emirati mothers, UAE passport holders, and all those born in the UAE along

the Dubai Tour and Abu Dhabi Tour, on the instructions of the country’s wise leadership. The Higher Executive Committee of the UAE Tour, which will showcase the country through seven unique stages, will be headed by HE Saeed Hareb, the Secretary-General of DSC, while HE Aref Al Awani, the SecretaryGeneral of ADSC while being the vice-chairman. Osama Al Sharif, President of the UAE and Asian Cycling Federation, is also a member of the Higher Executive Committee along with Mr Nasser Al Rahma, Mr Mubarak Al Ameri, Mr Enrico Fili and Mr Fabrizio D’Amico.

sports aficionados and JiuJitsu supporters from around the world gathered together to motivate their favourite players through a series of cheers, applause and words of encouragement.

With athletes from over 120 countries participating in the overall Championship, Abu Dhabi continues to maintain its position as the worldwide capital of Jiu-Jitsu as well as a global hub for the sport.

with residents of all nationalities to take part. Major-General Mohammed Khalfan Al Rumaithi, Commander-in-Chief of Abu Dhabi Police and chairman of the General Authority for Sports, described the new law as “historic”. “The law translates the message of tolerance, peaceful co-existence, peace and love that the UAE is disseminating among all segments of society,” he said in a press conference held at the Abu Dhabi Sports Council.

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A GOLD IN THE BAG Bahrain had a strong impact at the Second West Asian Championships, which took place in Amman. The Nationals took four medals in total (1 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) in four of the eight age categories during the four-day tournament. Over 150 players across different age groups represented 10 Arab countries at the event, including Iraq, UAE, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Lebanon, Syria, Oman, Bahrain and host nation Jordan. Bahrain’s gold medal was won in the women’s cadet

section, beating Iraq and Jordan, who took the silver and bronze, respectively.

The remaining honours include silver in the men’s and under-14 events, in addition to winning the junior bronze medal. Supreme Council for Youth and Sports assistant general secretary and Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) general secretary Abdulrahman Askar led a delegation of top sports officials to welcome members of the Bahrain teams on return.

BAHRAIN COUNTS THEIR FOURTH DEFEAT

In reply, Bahrain was bowled out for 130 in 19.4 overs with Prashant Kurup (43, 42 balls, 5 four) being the top scorer.

Makesh claimed four wickets for 21 runs for Kuwait.

Bahrain went down fighting to Kuwait by 23 runs in the ICC World T20 Asia Region Qualifying Tournament in Kuwait City. It was Bahrain’s third defeat in four matches. They had earlier lost to Saudi Arabia and the UAE and beat Maldives.

Kuwait reached a challenging 153 for six in their 20 overs with Usman Waheed (25, 27 balls, 3 four), Arjun Makesh (26, 31 balls, 1 four) and Ali Zaheer (26, 22 balls, 1 six) the main scorers. Imran Anwar (2-47) and Sikder Billah (2-47) were the main wicket-takers for Bahrain.

JUDO TEAM BRINGS HOME A BRONZE Bahrain’s national judo team had an honourable finish overall at the Arab Clubs Judo Championship in

SAILING TEAM SHINES AT THE ARAB CHAMPIONSHIP Bahrain’s national sailing team made a solid impact at the Arab Sailing Championships (Laser Radial and Laser standard). Abdulla Janahi was in a superb form for Bahrain, taking home the laser standard gold medal. Dawood Abdulla, another Bahraini entrant, clinched the silver medal in the laser radial, while Abdul Rahim captured the competition’s bronze. The result saw Bahrain top the tournament with three medals in total. They were followed by Oman in second place (1 gold), Egypt third (1 gold), Algeria (2 silver) fourth and Kuwait (1 bronze) fifth.

BABIES GET THEIR OWN SPORTS DAY Cairo, Egypt. The Nationals took the competition’s bronze medal during the week-long tournament, held Cairo Stadium’s dome. Host country Egypt were the overall champions, followed by runners-up Algeria, and Bahrain third.

More than 180 players across different age groups represented clubs from 13 Arab countries at the event, including Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Yemen, Libya and Bahrain. The three-member Bahrain team was spearheaded by Fayez Adel and Mohammed Farhan, who each took a bronze medal in the +100kg and 60kg, respectively, in addition to Mahmood Saeed.

Nurseries and pre-schools officials commended the step undertaken by the Bahrain Olympic Committee to launch the First Baby Games, to be held from May 5 to 10 in cooperation with the Ministry of Labor and Social Development, and the Ministry of Education.

Athletics, gymnastics, football and basketball will take place during the First Bahrain Baby Games, which is open to kids aged below 6 years, with events to take place at Isa Sports Complex in Riffa. According to Organising Committee vice chairman and projects specialist Mamoon Al-Khateeb, 35 kindergartens and 28 nurseries have submitted their entries for the sixday baby games. The athletics programme includes a medley relay (4 years), hurdles race (3 years) and 15m freestyle race (2 years), while other parts of the programme include freestyle moves contests for gymnastics, a football free-kick, free throws basketball competition, and a weightlifting show.

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EVENTS CALENDAR MAY 2018 POWERUP KEEPS YOU UPDATED ON THE LATEST SPORTING EVENTS IN THE REGION AND WORLDWIDE. PLUG INTO THE THRILLING EVENTS HAPPENING AROUND YOU AND BE ENTERTAINED! HEAD ON TO POWER-MAG.COM FOR MORE COMPREHENSIVE LISTINGS AND BOOKINGS.

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The competition will feature 3 lifts: the bench press, squat and the deadlift. The total points will be calculated to determine who the winner will be. There will be three attempts for every lift and individuals get to choose their lifting weight for each attempt. The competition is open to all nationalities. IPF rules will be followed.

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The first event heralding a yearlong schedule of health and wellness activities organised by global health services provider Cigna, sign up for a family-friendly 2.5km or 5km run. Open to joggers, runners and sprinters of all abilities and interests, this communitycentric morning in the park will be filled with activities and surprises galore. Future fun runs are also scheduled for the first Saturday of every month from 6 October onwards. The AED100 entry is a one-time fee valid for all Cigna events in the next 12 months and includes a souvenir t-shirt and custom timing chip.

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BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT

If you’ve ever fancied getting behind the wheel of a heart racing, turbo boosted sports car, then the Renault Clio is an excellent opportunity to take a step into the world of motorsports.

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ROTARY CLUB, MANAMA

The Women Power connects and empowers women around the world, helping them realize their potential and reach new heights.

50 women leaders will be featured in keynote conversations, panel discussions, and one-on-one interviews to share their personal experiences in different industries.

For 2 days the summit will bring together 500 attendees who will have access to a highly curated, impactful program of panels, workshops, mentor sessions, speed networking, as well as delicious food, pop-up shops, photo booths, and more.

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AL GAFFAL LONG DISTANCE RACE BURJ AL ARAB

Dubai’s biggest sailing event, the Al Gaffal Long Distance Race, returns this May and will close Dubai’s season of marine sports events. The race starts at Sir Bu Nair Island, and the finish line is here in Dubai, at the Burj Al Arab.

Crews will be competing for millions of dirhams of prizes, and previous years have seen hundreds of dhows competing, making it a breathtaking sight. The action can be seen from the beaches near the Burj Al Arab, as the race draws to a thrilling close.

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All runners in Dubai are invited to take part in this Run The Track event. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned runner, there’s something for you, as you can choose to run 3km, 5km, or 10km on a course that stretches around the racetrack. As this run is set to take place during Ramadan, it will be held in the evening and will kick off at 7:45 pm. All finishers will receive a medal, and the first three finishers in each age category will also be given trophies.

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SPORTS & BEYOND

SHOULD MAGAZINES BE LOADED WITH PHOTOS? Many of you flip the pages through your favourite magazine but will local magazines survive? Dr Saqer shares his opinion on what the future looks like.

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SPORTS & BEYOND

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his magazine, PowerUp, is one of many monthly magazines about sports published around the world. A while back, when I wanted to get my monthly edition of Top Gear magazine I would have to literally go through a lot of trouble! By the time I read it, it is already about two weeks late.

But since the iPad revolution, the term “local magazine” does no longer exist. So what about PowerUp, should you read it, look at it, or not bother at all?

CLICKING PICTURES AND MAKING NEWS I’ve been writing articles in this magazine since the beginning. As I have the personal relationship with the staff, they became my friends, and now wherever they see me they splash me with great photos. Who doesn’t like to have photos right, we are always looking for that action photo for our Instagram!

But keeping friendships and the benefits that come with it aside, I have looked into the challenges the PowerUp staff have gone through, and am really amazed on how they tackled them one issue at a time. What I have also seen, is how this magazine is keen into aligning their monthly issues with the society we live in, local and international.

LOOKING BEYOND THE MOMENT It is fun to write articles of course and to read, but what’s also more fun is to look at photos. There are local monthly magazines, not published online, that we actually do purchase, that is full of photos of social events and no words at all. Yes, people do love them, but I feel they are more of just snooping around other people’s lives and not actually spending quality time learning something new. I only learned that my friend is so social that he goes to many different weddings and embassies’ celebrations!

My advice to you all is to have something from everything. The people behind this magazine work hard on bringing to you all the sports news from the region and outside so that you can PowerUp your life! You need to invest in your life, and to be well-rounded, you have to learn something that you do not necessarily find interest in it. I, for example, have no interest at all in art, but sometimes I do drag myself to museums to know more about that past life. Why? Well, because there are a number of

DR. SAQER AL KHALIFA

President, Bahrain Triathlon Association and Assistant Undersecretary for Youth Authorities and Centres of Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs

good people who worked tirelessly on this specific subject.

For now, this month article is about the importance of reading, because with photos, or skimming through articles, you won’t be able to know something new every day of your life. Cheers, and see you next month!

ARCHIVING A BIG NO NO! The sad thing about monthly magazines is that each month they add to their archive a new magazine that they have worked very hard for the whole past month. For these reasons, I do not like to have information that many people worked hard on getting and publishing simply being archived away. I go through each page because I feel it is my duty to do so. Even my article, in some funny way, I try to give it the attention that it deserves by actually reading it once or twice. I try to make sure the information is correct, and hope that a number of you read them and benefit. If I can make a positive change in one person’s life, it means that I have achieved my goals for that past month.

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INDOOR SKYDIVING

TIME TO SOAR, GLIDE AND SWOOP Enthusiastic, witty and full of zest for life, meet the duo who put the fun in indoor skydiving. If you haven’t thought about flying, you will pretty soon as Ben and Garth give you the inside story. The 2- Way Dynamic Team is gearing up for the 3rd FAI World Cup of Indoor Skydiving, #WCIS2018.

Ben, why are you so passionate about highlevel competition? What is the one thing that drives you?

Ben: I’ve been competitive my whole life. I have two older brothers who have always been good at everything, literally! Soccer, football, basketball, and hockey to name a few, and I was just trying to keep up and I’ve been in that kind of an environment my whole life.

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me. He was the one who taught me how to fly and my competitive nature made me want to learn how to do it.

I believe competition has been a part of me since I was born . This new sport that has so much competition that’s getting better is simply amazing.

Garth, you have been known to be a competitive individual and you have represented South Africa in sports - martial

arts and squash. So we are quite curious to know why you shifted into skydiving?

Garth: I started Martial Arts at the age of seven and continued for 10 years. As an individual becomes older it is normal for their interests and drives to evolve and that was the natural process of me switching sports as I grew up.

I think it is within every human being, at some point in their life they dream about flying, and that’s what drove me to do a tandem skydive.

After that experience, I realised I could turn this dream into a reality and the rest is history!

Ben, You have come a long way in terms of your accomplishments.

Could you share with us how the journey has been so far?

Ben: I guess I can say it has been like a blur. I have been very fortunate to compete with people that have backed me in my competition run.

My main focus wasn’t mainly on my accomplishments

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In other competitions, the athletes would hang out as a team and once the game was over, they give a handshake and it’s over.

But here, my team shows up and we’re best friends. We have a good rapport with our competitors as well. It is a special environment as far as competition goes and I’m looking forward to pushing that further. The level of teams gets better with every single competition because the sport is so young and its growing.

How are you preparing yourself for the 3rd FAI World Cup of Indoor Skydiving?

Garth: I am an active individual and I like to stay fit.

My fitness routine generally depends on the day, but I

do hit the gym and do some weight training. To improve my flying I need to adjust the way I train. I do more cardio work and high repetition gym training as it helps to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the wind. Flying is a skillbased activity; the more you do it, the better you get. Yoga is something I do quite often now as it focuses on flexibility, which is important in flying.

The best way to prepare for a competition is actual competition exposure and as a team, our performance has improved.

What is your advice for aspiring athletes who want to take up this kind of sport?

Garth: Take the first step and do it, even if it feels daunting.

As a beginner, you might feel overwhelmed. Find a good facility wherever you can, walk in, talk to them and ask questions! Tunnel flying is completely different so you need to be open-minded. You have got to allow yourself to step out of your comfort zone and take in what others are giving you in terms of advice.

Ben: My training week here would start at 10 am where we discuss what we are going to fly and then do it for an hour and half a day. The way we train is similar to that of doing sprints. We have an incredible facility here that supports us. Gravity provides us with everything we need.

We also watched the 1st FAI European Indoor Skydiving Championships and took down the times of the other teams racing. We then hop in and race them to see where we need to improve and time each pattern.

Ben: Once you are committed, listening to your instructor is really important. There are many things that happen in the tunnel that goes against your natural instincts out in the open space. Many people get in there and have the mentality that they are athletic and can do flips on the trampoline, but things are pretty different in there. So when you take that first step and about to get into the wind, listen to what your instructor tells you. There are things that are very basic that you will learn so much faster from your instructor than using your knowledge that you have gotten from other sports.

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Dream, believe and achieve. When I first started tunnel flying and looked at all these amazing tunnel flyers, I would dream of taking part in highlevel competitions. I followed that dream, and it was definitely worth it!

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and wins, but rather on selfimprovement. I really enjoy the people at the competitions because it is a family that shows up. Everyone sits on the floor together from ages 8 to 80 and we all hang out and play games. It’s incredible because we all share the same passion for flying which is quite special.

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afety comes first while you’re having fun. If you are new to jet skiing and riding for the first time, here are a few things you need to keep in mind.

STEER STRAIGHT AHEAD! If you are new to this then you will most likely have a difficulty in steering the jet ski straight. Easy fix. Instead of staring at your handlebar or the water just lift your head up and look off into the distance.

FINGER ON THE THROTTLE The “jet” in jet ski refers to the water jet that shoots out the back and makes the ski go forward. That jet moves side to side to steer the machine. There is no rudder. So, when you slow down or stop giving the machine thrust all together your ability to steer is diminished or you lose it completely. If an emergency arises and you need to avoid a collision don’t take your finger off the throttle. Doing that will make it impossible to steer away from danger. Rather, keep your speed up and steer away from the threat.

BACK ON THE JET SKI If you fall into the water with a splash then you need to know how to get back on. Make sure that you re-board from the back (stern).

Grab the handle behind the seat and climb on to the back deck of the ski. Relax in the water, think about how you’re going to get back on board and then slowly climb back aboard.

BEAT THE HEAT

ON JETS

Summer is already here and we all look for ways to beat the scorching heat.

Slouching in your chair in an air-conditioned room is not a healthy option. What better way than to go jet skiing.

Beat the heat on waters!

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YOU NEED TO RELAX! Don’t be surprised if you feel slightly sour as it is due to being stiff the whole ride. Just relax and enjoy it. Lean forward slightly and relax your grip. Keep your elbows slightly bent. This will allow you to ride without fatigue. Don’t lean too far forward and always be careful not to hit your chin or nose on the handlebar.

HOLD TIGHTLY… BUT NOT TOO TIGHT! Don’t hold on so tight that you make it difficult for your partner to drive the ski. As with driving, relax. Keep your body loose, not stiff. For the passenger, it is important that you do not hold on too tight.

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ROAD TO RUSSIA With the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia right around the corner there is excitement in the air as ardent fans route for their home teams. Here is everything you need to know about the 21st edition of the iconic football game!

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he football mania is bigger than ever as the greatest players across the globe will take centre stage in Russia.

December 2010 was a big deal for the country as it was granted the right to host the FIFA World Cup for the first time in history.

The game returns to Europe since it was held in 2006 and the hosts will get the party underway on June 14 against Saudi Arabia, and on July 15 a new world champion will be crowned.

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MAGIC MEETS THE DREAM The brand identity of the World Cup and its official emblem was designed in a form of the principal trophy – the world cup. The theme of the World Cup Russia is a dream and the cosmic outer space exploration, enlivened with folk motives featuring Firebirds, Matryoshkas and folk patterns. The bold use of red, gold, black and blue in the emblem’s colour palette was inspired by centuries-old techniques seen in world-renowned Russian art dating back to the earliest icon paintings.

FOOTBALL

TEAMS COMPETING FOR THE WIN 32 teams will compete in Russia and 13 national teams would represent European zone (Russia was automatically qualified for the Championship as the host country), five national teams from African zone, and ten from Asia and South America, and three from North American zone. Another two tournament tickets will be decided in playoffs.

MEET ZABIVAKA THE WOLF Zabivaka™ means “the one who scores” in Russian, a very suitable name for this wolf who radiates fun, charm and confidence. The Official Mascot will play a very important role in the FIFA World Cup Russia™. The wolf will not only promote the event and entertain crowds at the stadiums, but also will become an ambassador for Russia and a worldwide ‘celebrity’.

Zabivaka™ was named only after the most engaging creative process for an Official Mascot in FIFA World Cup history.More than one million Russians cast their votes on FIFA.com during the month-long voting period and the big reveal was done during a live show on Russia’s Channel 1.

ADDIDAS MATCH BALL The match was unveiled by Adidas and it is incredible to see how it is a re-imaging of the cult classic ball that was used at the 1970 World Cup. A reinvention of a classic model with a brand-new panel design and the latest technology.

The Telstar 18 evokes unforgettable memories of the 1970 FIFA World Cup™.

Almost 50 years later, the ball features a brand new carcass, high technology and sustainable elements such as recycled

packaging. It also includes a microchip technology that allows the speed and trajectory of the ball to be tracked and analyzed. An embedded NFC chip enables consumers to interact with the ball using a smartphone. The personalised and location-aware experience displays specific details of each ball and provides access to challenges which users can enter in the runup to the FIFA World Cup™.

THE FIFA CUP MATCHES WILL BE HELD IN 11 CITIES: MOSCOW (THIS CITY WILL HOST THE FINALS OF THE CUP)

SAINT PETERSBURG EKATERINBURG KAZAN SAMARA VOLGOGRAD NIZHNY NOVGOROD SARANSK ROSTOV-ON-DON KALININGRAD Photo Source: Fifa.com

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SPORTS

POWER BLAST EXERCISES Have you envied footballers and their sheer speed? It takes a lot of strength and stamina to tactically pass the ball and score. How do the pros do it? Hitting the gym and power workouts help!

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f you are a footballer then you already know that when you hit the gym you would be focusing on heavy weight training to build size and strength. You may also try out a few or specific drills to improve your performance on the field. It doesn’t matter if you’re a newbie, you can kick start with these basic exercises.

3-HURDLE DRILL Why to do it?

Improves quickness.

Performs cutting movements Improves coordination.

How to do it: Take three low hurdles. Play each two to three feet apart from the other. Stand over the first obstacle.

Take quick-steps from side to side over the obstacles and make sure you do not cross your feet. Reverse the direction quickly. Only your outside foot should go beyond the last obstacle. Do it for about 30 seconds.

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SPORTS

BOX BLAST Why to do it?

Improve explosive power in your hips and legs How to do it: Place a low box and stand with one foot flat.

Then bent your arms to about 90 degrees and cocked back. Vertically jump by exploding through the front leg, extending the hip, knee, and ankle. Make sure when you land it is similar to your starting position and, without pausing, immediately take off the same foot, repeating the jump for 10 reps.

LATERAL BOUND Why to do it?

Explosive lateral power in your legs How to do it: Stand with both feet on the ground and make sure most of your weight is on your right leg. Squat slightly with the right leg, then use it and your gluts to jump to your left. Extend your right leg as you leap and land on your left leg only. Regain your balance and repeat to the other side. Hold for a count of three on each side. Do 10 per side.

90/90 STRETCH

BASE ROTATIONS

Why to do it?

The middle and upper back muscles become more flexible.

Why to do it?

Helps your hips, knees and ankles Improves coordination.

How to do it: Stack your legs by placing a towel between your knees and bend to 90 degrees while lying in your left side.

Rotate your chest and right arm back to the right maintaining pressure.

Try to put both shoulder blades on the ground. Hold it for at least two seconds and return to starting position. Do 10 reps per side.

How to do it: Slightly bend your knees and your feet angled out Make sure your chest is facing straight ahead. Hop slightly off the floor.

As your move your arms towards the left, quickly rotate your hips to the right. As you land, jump back to the left, moving the arms right. The jumps are supposed to be quick as your aim for the optimum speed.

Continue for 30 seconds.

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CYCLING

CYCLING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE What better way to beat the heat than pedal it out on your bike. That is what this bunch of enthusiastic cyclists did as they took part in the charity ride.

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t feels good to ride for a purpose than simply ride for the enjoyment. Team Bahrain Merida gave an incredible opportunity to cyclists around Bahrain to start the summer season together. About 250 cyclists rode the streets of Bahrain supporting the Dar Al-Manar Parents Care.

GROUP CYCLE IS HAPPINESS Each of you would have had a memory of bicycling as a kid. Whizzing on two wheels with an enthusiastic bunch of people keeps you fit and happy. You can chat, get motivated and get your kilometres up.

RIDING FOR A CAUSE Riding for a cause encourages you to cross the finish line. The moment

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you have a purpose in mind you would be determined to see it through. The tour covered at a speed of 25 km/h, with participants kicking off the ride from Muharraq to Marassi Beach, where there was a short break for water and refreshments, before heading back again towards Amwaj Island to the Kia Showroom in Arad.

Meanwhile, the event proceeds were donated to Dar Al-Manar Parents Care.

TEAM BAHRAIN MERIDA FAN CLUB Within their second year, Team Bahrain Merida has officially launched their Fan Club. Fans are an integral part of every team, and the pro cycling team decided to give back to everyone who believes in them through the TBM Fan Club. The membership will give fans access to exclusive

content only available to members, a platform to talk to each other, to be in touch with the team and seeing the events that are put together. There are several membership packages which have been tailored to suit the needs of all the fans. There are even special packages for Bahraini fans, with some local discounts.

OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS 2018 TBM Fan Club Official Membership Card Exclusive membership pack 10% discount at official TBM online store Official TBM Fan Club newsletter Team kit (jersey, bib, gloves and socks) Elite membership pack Merida Scultura team edition 3-day race day team member experience Bahrain partners store discounts

LET'S TAKE RESPONSIBILITY!

- Ahmed Saleh Taking responsibility for the environment and local community has been an important part and on the top of Orange Suites Hotel & Residence agenda to sustainable developments, This commitment was fortiďŹ ed and placed within the scope of a program called (Let’s Take Environment Responsibility). Our hotel has a unique action plan covering area such as community outreach, cultural heritage, health and safety and environmental improvements.

The hotel is engaged with both local charity groups, Sports teams and government sectors to participate and support environment, taking that aim as one of our goal toward the society.

All of us know the impacts the hospitality industry has on the environment, the Orange Suites Hotel & Residence provides support for organizations developing opportunities to do things differently to preserve scarce resources and help create a more sustainable future for everyone.

SPORTS

WHERE WAS IT HELD? The 2018 Commonwealth Games took place on the Gold Coast, Australia.

WHAT WERE THE DATES?

CURTAIN CLOSES ON GOLD COAST While some people witnessed the 21st Commonwealth Games in Austraila, some others have been glued to the internet routing for their countries. Here is what happened at the multi-sport event.

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he latest edition of the multi-sport event that took place on the Gold Coast finally came to an end.

The year 2018 made it the fifth time that Australia had hosted the event. With Gold Coast being the hosts it marked the first time that the games had been hosted in a regional Australian city. Australia finished runaway winners on the medals table with 80 gold medals 59 silver and 59 bronze for a total of 198 medals, way ahead of England’s 45 gold medals and India’s 26 gold medals. The tally also includes para events.

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GAME TAKES A BACK SEAT But Australia suffered setbacks on the last day when their women’s rugby team, the Olympic champions, lost a sudden death thriller against New Zealand in the inaugural final. Kelly Brazier scored from inside her own half to clinch it 17-12 in the first extra period and avenge New Zealand’s defeat to Australia in the 2016 Olympic title decider. Heavy favourites Australia were also stunned by England in gripping fashion when Helen Housby scored the winning goal in the last second to make

it 52-51. However, Australia thrashed Canada 87-47 in the men’s basketball final, Shelley won the marathon and David Palmer and Zac Alexander were crowned men’s doubles squash champions on the final day. Helalia Johannes won the women’s marathon in 2:32.40, becoming Namibia’s first female gold medallist at the Commonwealth Games.

Malaysia’s Lee Chong Wei fought back from a game down to beat India’s newly crowned world number one Kidambi Srikanth in the men’s badminton final.

The opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games was held on April 4 and the closing ceremony was held on April 15.

HOW MANY COUNTRIES PARTICIPATED? 71 countries competed in the 2018 Games.

Major nations like Australia, Canada, England, India, and New Zealand were pitted against small countries and territories like Montserrat, Norfolk Island, Niue, Guernsey and the Isle of Man.

HOW MANY SPORTS WERE FEATURED? There were a total of 18 sports scheduled for the 2018 Games, with 275 events. The sports were: aquatics, athletics, badminton, basketball, beach volleyball, boxing, cycling, gymnastics, hockey, lawn bowls, netball, rugby sevens, shooting, squash, table tennis, triathlon, weightlifting, and wrestling.

Athletics has the most events with 58, while netball has just one.

SPORTS

WHO WERE MASCOTS? Top right: Fans-meet-Borobi-at-Oxenford-Studios-2 Top left: Kyron McMaster of Virgin Islands celebrates as he crosses the line to win gold in the men’s 400m hurdles Left : Ken Hanson of Australia competes during the Para-Sport Triples B6B7B8 Lawn Bowls Oldest gold medal winner

Botswana celebrates as he

The official motto for the 2018 Commonwealth Games is "Share the Dream". It was chosen to highlight the dreams and experience at the games that were shared by participants of the games, ranging from athletes to volunteers and the host country Australia to the world including the Commonwealth

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nations.

Above: Isaac Makwala of

the men’s 4x400m relay final Left: Helen Housby, who scored in the final second and her England teammates celebrate at full time Below: Jade Jones of England celebrates winning the women’s Para Triathlon PHOTOS BY GETTY IMAGES

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GOLD

SILVER BRONZE TOTAL

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AUSTRALIA

80

59

59

198

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ENGLAND

45

45

46

136

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INDIA

26

20

20

66

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CANADA

15

40

27

82

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NEW ZEALAND

15

16

15

46

Borobi was named as the mascot of the 2018 Commonwealth Games in 2016. Borobi is a blue koala, with indigenous markings on its body. The term "borobi" is an Aboriginal term for the koala.

WHAT ABOUT THE QUEENS BATON RELAY FOR THE 2018 COMMONWEALTH GAMES ON THE GOLD COAST? The relay is a tradition that goes ahead every Commonwealth Games. The baton carries a message from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II that calls the Commonwealth’s athletes to come together in peaceful and friendly competition. The Baton's journey to the Gold Coast was the longest relay ever.

COUNTRY TO HOST 22ND GAMES The 22nd games are to be held in England in 2022.

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FITNESS

LET'S GET PHYSICAL Most of us are buried under emails and glued to our desk! Some others would be scrolling through instagram, facebook and so on. It’s time to sneak in some activity into your day. Stop sitting around too much. Why? It may be the very thing that could literally kill you.

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id you know that lack of physical activity can have negative effects in the long run? According to World Health Organisation about 3.2 million people are sitting themselves to an unhealthy lifestyle. The more inactive, the more health problems you are most likely to encounter.

Don’t let your desk job limit you from daily physical activity that could reverse some of your knots, stiff muscles and fatigue. Check out these basic exercises to keep you going even at your desk.

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FLEXIBLE NECK Sit straight and bend your right ear towards your right shoulder. You don’t have to touch it exactly. Hold for a few seconds and turn to the left.

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DESK STRETC HES!

A couple of ex you can d ercises o at your desk.

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AIM FOR THE SKY Interlock your fingers and reach up towards the sky and stretch as high as you can by keeping your palms facing up towards the ceiling.

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180 DEGREE TURN Turn your head towards the right and try and look over your shoulder. Hold for a few seconds … repeat on the left.

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NODDER Press your head towards your chest and mildly roll your head from one side to the other.

SHRUG AWAY Elevate your shoulders as high as possible towards your ears. Hold for a few seconds and repeat for a few times.

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CHEST OPENER Bring both your arms behind your back and press your palms together. Hold this position for a while. Make sure you sit up straight.

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TOY SOLDIER STRETCH Sit straight and don’t slouch. Stretch your right hand towards the ceiling. Straighten your left leg out and raise it up as you bring your right hand down. While doing this, try and touch your left foot. Do 8–10 on each side.

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LOCKED KNEES

WANT TO MOVE UP?

Bend your knees and lift your right leg up and lock your arms around your leg and bring it close to your chest. Hold it for a while and repeat the same with your left leg.

If you are ready to upgrade your exercises at the desk then go right ahead with these simple ones.

1. GET MOVING You could take a few minutes to run, walk or jog in the office.

2. PUSH-UPS Yes that’s right. But how you do it depends on you completely. You can modify it by doing it against a wall, edge of your desk or on the floor.

3. SQAUTS From your chair, stand up, sit back down and repeat 10 more times. Simple!

4. TRICEP DIPS

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Position your hands shoulder-width apart on a secured bench or stable chair. Slide your butt off the front of the bench with your legs extended out in front of you. Straighten your arms, keeping a little bend in your elbows to keep tension on your triceps and off your elbow joints.

REACH AND BEND Extend and stretch your left arm over your head and reach out as far as you can towards your right while bending over slightly.

5. JUMP MINUS THE ROPE Pretend that you have a jump rope and hop on both feet. The intensity is upto you.

6. CALF RAISES Hold on to your chair for support while you stand on your toes. Lower yourself abck to the floor. Do this a couple of times.

7. GLUTE SQUEEZE This is an isometric move. Squeeze your glutes as hard as you can and hold for 10–30 seconds.

8. SHOULDER PRESS Find something heavy and lift the object at shoulder height and raise it all the way over your head.

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KNEE PRESS

9. WALL SIT

Want to stretch those glutes?

Here’s how. You start by brining your right ankle on your left knee and press against the right knee a few time. Now repeat with your other ankle.

Stand with your back against the wall and slowly lower yourself into a seated position and hold for 10–30 seconds at a time.

10. LUNGE You can keep this move stationary and do it at your desk, or you could go all out and lunge down the hall to the printer and back. With one leg in front of the other, gently lower the knee of your back leg down towards the ground. Like you were going to propose to a co-worker. 10 times on each leg.

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AN INCREDIBLE RACE FOR BAHRAIN ENDURANCE 13 The Bahrain Endurance 13 team shone across the world with a weekend of personal best performances and great results.

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he IRONMAN North American Championship in Texas went fast and furious, despite being the longest distance the team has raced. Hugely talented pro fields had migrated to The Woodlands for Saturday’s big show. It was the last year for points in the qualification system for Kona, a factor that had many pros wanting to grab some big points early to guarantee a spot to race in

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Hawai’i in October.

HH SHAIKH NASSER Team captain His Highness Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa also recorded a new personal best in 9:06:33 over the IRONMAN distance. It was a performance that prompted team CEO Chris McCormack to say, “Mission accomplished.

Goal set, arrived ready, delivered when it was asked.

That’s the entire principle of racing. Congratulations on

T R I ATC HY LCOL NI N G

BRENT MCMAHON Brent McMahon logged his fifth career sub-eight hour finish, putting him even with Sebastian Kienle with the most number of such finishes.

Helped along by his best swim split ever, McMahon rode with the leaders early in the bike before Andrew Starykowicz blew the field apart with a lightning fast bike split. McMahon then ran his way back into sixth place, a solid performance overall in a field where the top 11 men all finished before the clock ticked past the eighth hour.

David Plese finished in 12th with a new personal record just slightly off the sub-8 mark.

JAN FRODENO The racing action started with Jan Frodeno defending last year’s Challenge Taiwan win over the half distance.

Despite the wet and slippery conditions due to rain, he still managed to go faster than last year. He said, “There’s always a

sense of adventure racing here and the passion of the local athletes is contagious.”

BEN KANUTE Ben Kanute then raced WTS Bermuda, characteristically exiting the swim with the leaders and staying in the hunt in the early stages of the bike.

Despite finishing down the results board, he soaked up the lessons learned and will put them to good use further into the season. “Time to review and get back to some work. I have a summer full of racing to get ready for,” he said.

JAVIER GOMEZ Javier Gomez provided the bookend to the team’s solid weekend of racing by winning the Cannes International Triathlon. He finished three minutes ahead of the field with a time of4:27:12 over the 2-kilometre swim, 107-kilometre cycle (with 1,700 meters of climbing), and 16-kilometre run. He certainly looks to be in great shape tackling the longer distances with his Ironman debut just a month away.

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Mission accomplished.

Goal set, arrived ready, delivered when it was asked. That’s the entire principle of racing.

Congratulations on the huge PB and perfectly executed race.

Next stop: Kona!

Great racing for all the team.

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the huge PB and perfectly executed race. Next stop: Kona! Great racing for all the team today.”

CHRIS MCCORMACK CEO BAHRAIN ENDURANCE

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MIXED MARTIAL ARTS

BATTLING IT OUT

The curtain closes as Lucas Martins grabs the lightweight championship. As one fight ends the next one takes shape in Jakarta, so book your calendars. Multiple fights, incredible fighters and a sport that is sure to get you sitting at the edge of your seat.

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rave 11 concluded at the Terrace, Mineirao Stadium in Belo Horizonte, Brazil with Lucas Martins capturing the new interim lightweight championship. He defeated the 2016 Brazilian Fighter of the Year Luan Santiago by TKO with 4 seconds to spare final round of the main event. In the comain event, Klidson de Abreu retained the championship as he submitted Matt Baker to an armbar.

BRUNO MALFACINE The fight card also showcased the debut of 9 times IBJJF champion Bruno Malfacine in the Brave Combat Federation.

Malfacine showcased his dominance by submitting Rafael Pereira in the very first round to an armbar.

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GESIAS CAVALCANTE

AHMED AMIR

MMA veteran and former Titan FC champion, Gesias Cavalcante had suffered his third consecutive loss in his career as he was knocked out in the second round via ground and pound.

Ahmed Amir accepted the fight despite Cleiton Silva missing weight by three kilograms, however, the fight ended in a disappointing note for Amir as he suffered a cut during the early moments of the first round which resulted in excessive blood loss and reduced visibility.

After surviving a gruesome first round the referee intervened and concluded the bout via doctor stoppage.

MIXED MARTIAL ARTS

LUANA PINHEIRO The first bout featuring women strawweight fighters in Brazil ended with Luana Pinheiro submitting Elaine Leal in the first round.

10 Brazilian fighters emerged victorious out of 11 bouts conducted during the fight night. The fight night showcased high rate of finishes with nine out of eleven fights ending up in either knockouts or submissions. Five fights ended up in knockouts, while four fights were ended by submissions and only two fights went the distance to the judge’s scorecard.

HUSSAIN AYYAD TO MAKE HIS PRO DEBUT AT BRAVE 12 Hussain Ayyad will become the second Bahraini national to turn into professional MMA career. Ayyad will be competing in the flyweight division of Brave Combat Federation. During a successful amateur career representing the Kingdom of Bahrain, Ayyad had captured multiple medals in the amateur division. He will be facing Jomar Pa-ac from Team Lakay, the Philippines in his debut. Jomar Pa-ac is undefeated in his career with four straight victories with never been submitted or knocked out. The fight will happen on May 11th at the Balai Sarbini Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia.

GEORGES BARDAWIL

BRAVE 11 RESULTS

Georges Bardawil from Lebanon showcased solid striking game which was edged out in the wrestling game by Soares which led to a decision in favour of Soares by the judges.

Lucas “Mineiro” Martins defeated Luan “Miau” Santiago by TKO (Injury, Round 5, 4:56)

ARNOLD QUERO

Bruno Malfacine defeated Rafael “MiniMan” Pereira by Submission (Armbar, Round 1, 3:18)

Arnold Quero stood out as the sole nonBrazilian fighter to secure a victory in the fight card as he secured his first victory in Brave Combat Federation by way of split decision.

BRAVE 12 A KHK LEGACY Brave Combat Federation has announced the twelfth edition of the event on 11 May 2018 at Balai Sarbini in Jakarta, Indonesia. The stacked fight card will witness the debut of multiple fighters with the promotion including Mehdi Baghdad, Hussain Ayyad, Khalid Taha, Marat Magomedov, Jeremy Kennedy, Leonardo Mafra, Gamzat Magomedov and Ben Bennette. The event marks the first for Brave Combat Federation in South East Asia.

Klidson de Abreu defeated Matt Baker

by Submission (Round 1, 3:03) Erivan Pereira defeated Gesias “JZ” Cavalcante by TKO (Round 2, 2:21)

Marcel Adur defeated Fernando Lourenço by Knockout (Round 2, 2:35) Rodrigo Cavalheiro defeated Alessandro Gambulino by Knockout (Round 1, 2:21) Luana Pinheiro defeated Elaine “Pantera” Leal by Submission (Guillotine Choke, Round 1, 4:46) Arnold Quero defeated Caio Gregório by Unanimous Decision

Cleiton “Predator” Silva defeated Ahmed Amir by Knockout (Round 2, 4:21) Carlos Souza defeated Georges Bardawill by Unanimous Bruno Assis defeated Douglas Carvalho

by Submission (Armbar, Round 1, 2:04)

BRAVE 12: LEG ACY FIGHT CARD FEATHERWEIGHT

Marat Magomedov (Dagestan) vs Jeremy Kennedy (Canada)

WELTERWEIGHT

Jarrah Al Selawe (Jordan) vs Tahar Hadbi (Algeria)

LIGHTWEIGHT

Eldar Eldarov (Dagestan) vs Brian Hooi (Holland)

WELTERWEIGHT

Pawel Kielek (Poland) vs Mehdi Baghdad (France)

LIGHT-HEAVYWEIGHT

Vincent Majid (Indonesia) vs Jing Yi Chong (Malaysia)

CATCHWEIGHT

Gadzhimuza Gaziev (Dagestan) vs Leonardo Mafra (Brazil)

FEATHERWEIGHT

Hamza Kooheji (Bahrain) vs Khaled Taha (Germany)

LIGHTWEIGHT

Hardeep Rai (United Kingdom) vs John Brewin (New Zealand)

CATCHWEIGHT

Jeremy Pacatiw (Philippines) vs Kaan Ofili (Indonesia)

FLYWEIGHT

Hussain Ayyad (Bahrain) vs Jomar Pa-ac (Philippines)

BANTAMWEIGHT

Gamzat Magomedov (Dagestan) vs Zeck Lange (Australia

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SPORTS & FITNESS

POWERUP GOES ON A GYM TOUR It’s known that Bahrain has a wide range of gyms offering so many facilities to keep people fit.

We know that you invest your time, money and energy into these gyms so the PowerUp team decided to go on a gym tour to help you choose the best. Watch out this space for more.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I FIRST COME IN They will ask you a few questions on the health questionnaire: The kettlebell swing was done which works the posterior, the back of the body.

The slam ball, striders and box jumps which intensifies the workout as they are power exercises with plyometrics.

All these moves have a specific use for the body. If you are a competitive bodybuilder or a beginner and have never been in a gym before, not to worry as oxygen gym has pretty much everything for everyone. There is a wide range of equipment to choose from.

What are your goals?

What do you want to achieve from your training?: Do you have high or low blood pressure, any old injuries, use any medications, diabetic, asthma and so on.

Oxygen gym will make you do a fitness test, a mobility test to see what all you can. They will take you through a screening process which will dictate how they will determine to do a program best for you.

So here is a great gym that will help you get in shape.

Squats were done which focused predominantly on legs and core.

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CHRIS RAWLINSON Manager

SWIMMING

SWIM RIGHT, SWIM SAFE! We all hit the pool when it’s time to beat the heat. But to enjoy a safe swimming experience, you need to make sure you know everything there is to act during an emergency. Meet the team ready to give you an enjoyable experience.

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very year, Bahrain loses around 20 people to drowning. Such a number is too high, and many of these incidents are preventable.

This is the reason that Royal Life Saving Bahrain was established in October 2016. Founder HH Shaikha Nayla bint Hamad bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa read about many of these incidents in the news and began investigating what could be done to prevent such tragedies, which lead her to form the charity to prevent drowning-related deaths and injury.

SAVING BAHRAIN FROM DROWNING Royal Life Saving Bahrain officially launched their water safety strategy for

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the Kingdom of Bahrain in October 2017, having spent a year working with a number of organisation’s in Bahrain to understand the challenges we face and establish five clear strategies to achieve.

The organisation’s mission is to promote safe enjoyment of recreation in water, build cohesive communities, enable economic development and save lives.

Many countries across the world have established similar organisations, with the common goal of preventing drowning, and the charity is the first full member of the International Life Saving Federation in the GCC. The organisation worked closely with Australia to develop the Water Safety

Strategy, as well as many others across the world to ensure that we are aligned international best practice.

One of the first steps towards improving water safety has been to standardize the training of pool lifeguards in Bahrain.

So far over 140 lifeguards have been trained to an international standard, and through working with the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority, have established this as the required standard for all lifeguards working at swimming pools across the Kingdom. This consistency in training will help to ensure that swimmers can enjoy the water, knowing that lifeguards have the skills and

SAMEERA AL BITAR Skills Development Executive Royal Life Saving Bahrain For more info: visit www.rlsbahrain.org Instagram @rlsbahrain

knowledge to ensure they are safe.

DEVELOPING SWIMMING POOL GUIDELINES A swimming pool safety guideline is yet another aspect that the organisation has developed. Any hotel or entity that has a swimming pool will have to follow certain safety guidelines to make sure they are doing everything in their capacity to ensure the pool is safe. The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority have recently made compliance with the guidelines a mandatory requirement for any hotel with swimming facilities, and hotels will not be able to renew their CR unless they can demonstrate that they have implemented

SWIMMING

STRATEGIES INTRODUCTION

S T R AT E G I E S TEACH SWIMMING

PROVIDE SAFE LOCATIONS

TRAIN IN FIRST AID

DEVELOP LIFESAVING PEOPLE

IMPROVE BOATING SAFELY

Enable youth development, volunteerism and careers in lifesaving

Improve safety for boating and other watercraft recreation

+ Teach people foundation skills for swimming and water safety

Provide safe beaches, pools and other locations for recreating in water

the required changes. The organization is also working with other government bodies to ensure that all other swimming pools meet the required standards to ensure a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for all. Phase 1 of the guidelines have just been released, with further guidelines to follow later this year.

TRAINING The Pool Lifeguard course is four full days, and lifeguards learn to perform first aid for a range of medical emergencies, how to perform safe rescues, and methods of effective supervision and accident prevention. In addition, Royal Life Saving Bahrain has a number of internationally recognised first aid courses for people of all ages, including programmes for children. So far, they have trained over 400 children to perform CPR. Trained lifeguards are just one aspect of water safety, and they soon are launching their “swim for safety� course, a 12 lesson programme for people of all ages, which will teach participants the basic survival swimming skills necessary to help themselves if they ever fall into water or get into trouble while swimming.

Train people in first aid and resuscitation

BUILDING LIFEGUARD COMMUNITY Currently, we do not have many Bahraini lifeguards, and we would like to change this scenario. There is a career progression for lifeguards to move up to being supervisors and to become operation managers. We also would like to create programs to get more Bahrainis first of all to know how to swim then train them so they would know about being a pool lifeguard, beach lifeguard background. They would be given the opportunity to do their internship in Srilanka or Australia and come back and work in Bahrain in that kind of field. Right now out of the 100 people we have trained, only three were Bahrainis. So we need the Bahrain community to understand that it is a different fun kind of job and with the many beaches coming up we would need more beach lifeguards as well.

Everybody can be a lifesaver, and they encourage people to learn how to do first aid, CPR because this does not just happen around a swimming pool. They strive to educate the people with these skills so that there is better community engagement in the population.

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Irina Galahova Perebeinos, Spartan Gym Dance Instructor for ladies

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etting go of your body while dancing to the music gives you double power as it calms your mind and helps your body relax.

Dancing when you go out with friends or maybe alone in your room is equivalent to the long useful physical exercise in the gym. In the process of dancing, you use muscle groups and releases endorphins that result in feelings of well-being and happiness. So if you are in a bad mood then it is quite simple. Dance it out!

DANCE POWER TO YOU! What can help a person to relax, unwind and have a good time? And that friends would be DANCE!

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Dance is a form of expression that showcases your emotions and feelings be it when you are happy or sad. It is a form of communication that many people nowadays adopt. If you’re sad, dance. If you’re happy, dance. Make dance your body language as it helps develop flexibility, improve balance and coordination. And most importantly - dance enhances self-confidence, which is very necessary for everyone. When you turn on that music, feel it rise through your body as you move to the rhythm. Life will be so much easier if you have such an incredible way of expressing yourself rather than resorting to violent ways when you are upset.

Incendiary dance training based on Latin rhythms is our Zumba. It is amazing how Zumba combines elements of hip-hop, salsa and samba. This is, in my opinion, is a super mix, with the help of which people can burn their calories. If you like to improvise then hip hop is freestyle. The studio at Spartan Fitness room helped me improve my skills. Let’s improve ourselves together.

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GAME ON FITNESS Who said getting into shape and being fit was all about work. Add a twist to your workout sessions and play a game that would make it all the more lively.

Play to get fit!

THE VORTEX

BEAR CRAWLS As the name sounds, each player must strike a bear pose. Yes, that would actually mean hands in the air, feet crawling, head down.

That’s it. The purpose behind the exercise is for people to recognize how weak their hips, shoulders, and core are, and how great actual bears are for being able to hit 30 miles per hour moving like this.

STONE, PAPER, SCISSORS No this is not the hand game but actual physical version of it. All you need to do is challenge the other player while you play stone, paper, scissors while doing squats.

The person who loses the game has to run to the corner of the park and do a challenging exercise.

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Each player is put into a particular category, such as, married or scared of spiders etc. The so-called tribe runs around in a circle continuously while a leader yells out a category. If that category applies to you, you run into the middle and perform the stated exercise (burpee, pushup, etc.), then return to the vortex. Plus point is you get to know everyone within your group.

FITNESS

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HOISTEES

INDIANA JONES

A hoistee is a partner exercise where the movement of a squat jump is extended all the way down to a sitting position. Partners start by facing each other, holding hands, and touching toes. Then, both partners go down to a sitting position while their toes maintain contact. Once on the ground, they spring back up by pulling on each other’s hands and pushing against each other’s toes to propel themselves up into the jump. At the top of every jump, they yell out, “HOISTEE!” The silliness of the exercise distracts the participants from the fact that each partner is completing a very hard and complex movement that involves a wide range of motion of the lower body, upper body, and core muscles.

This game requires teams of five to 10 people. People are required to stand in a straight line and push each other up a hill.

The person in the back sprints to the front, breaking up the long hike up the hill into shorter, higher-intensity intervals. Once at the front, that person slows down to a normal running pace. Runners are teamed up according to speed, so everyone is pushing to the limit.

TAP BALL COMPLIMENT SQUATS While facing a fellow runner and doing squats, compliment your partner with a straight face in an effort to make him or her laugh. If you are successful, you run to your next opponent, and the laughing loser of the two of you returns to the bottom of the line.

Place the players in teams of 2 to 10 people, and have them take turns hitting the ball into the air. The team that keeps it in the air longest wins. It’s not about simply running around for the ball, the fitness element comes into play with players having to complete a quick exercise like a certain number of burpees or squat jumps before they can hit the ball again. The nature and intensity of the exercise used can be changed so that this game is suitable as anything from a warm-up to a finisher.

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SPORTS

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AROUND BAHRAIN scooter tour

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SPORTS & FITNESS

SIGN UP NOW! How is the new year resolution coming along to stay fit? Are you sincere? Here are a few reasons to ought to hit the gym. Stay motivated, stay fit!

CHECKLIST: MANY HEALTH BENEFITS Doing exercise will help to build your cardiovascular fitness by strengthening your heart and lungs and also increase your strength through lean muscles.

Try to exercise a couple of hours every week even if you can’t find the time every day.

HELLO PEOPLE You will get to meet many people who are may share the same goals as you do. You get to interact and encourage each other and stay focused. Group fitness classes will help you work towards your goals and are a fun way to make friends.trainers who will walk through it and help you stay in shape.

ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT There are so many types of equipment at the gym that are easily available depending on what training you are focusing in. From cardio machines, strength machines, weights, boxing kits and various functional training gear (TRX, fit balls, resistance bands etc.), there are personal trainers who will walk through it and help you stay in shape.

HEALTHY ROUTINE Joining a gym will help you stay in a routine and that means you will not have any excuses to pull out. Also, it doesn’t matter if the weather is bad or good, you can always go to your gym and not worry about the surroundings.

HIGH ENERGY LEVELS There’s nothing like that feeling you get when you walk out of the gym with a sense of accomplishment. You are so well prepared to face anything that’s thrown at you. Be motivated and challenge yourself to join the gym.

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SKYDIVING

MAKE THE BIG JUMP! Want to escape from all the endless chores, stress and the concrete jungle you are living in? Here’s your chance to make your worries go away by making the big jump! Hop on a plane and make the jump of a lifetime. Coach Oleg and Aaron Faith give a glimpse of what skydiving is all about.

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ahrain Air Sports Federation have won 10 different medals, including three gold, four silver and three bronze medals, all of which were achieved in the first Arab Championship and the first GCC Championship to mark a wonderful start to their career for the recentlyfounded federation.

Bahrain Air Sports Federation Shaikh Salman bin Abdulla Al Khalifa President 2017-2020 1st Arab Championship & 1st GCC Cup of Indoor Skydiving

3 Gold Medals 4 Silver Medals 3 Bronze Medals Year 2017

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SKYDIVING

WHAT DO THEY DO BEFORE THE COMPETITON? In Bahrain, the skydivers train during the month of June until September. They have a mix of indoor and outdoor training. Indoor training alone isn’t enough. Before the competitions, the skydivers do a special training which consists of quite a lot of jumps.

WHAT TO KEEP IN MIND BEFORE THE JUMP Coach Oleg Pavlenco works around the targets he has set for each athlete. It is important for them to reach each checkpoint. There are quite a lot of options for competitive skydiving and they are formation skydiving, freestyle and free-flying, style skydiving, skysurfing, swooping skydiving, accuracy landings after skydiving and canopy formation when skydiving.

THE TEAM PRACTICES ACCURACY LANDING

HOW TO PACK YOUR PARACHUTE?

Style and accuracy are often combined at competition level even though they are two different skydiving disciplines. Precision is key for both subjects, for style in freefall, and for accuracy whilst landing. They are the earliest parachute disciplines and both focus on technical merit in terms of exactness. Style and accuracy are known as the classics. They are the traditional disciplines of parachuting and are focused on technical excellence in terms of preciseness.

These two disciplines go alongside each other.

In an accuracy competition, each competitor takes their turn in landing on an electronic disk that is just 3 centimetres in diameter. The disk is mounted on a large inflatable mat, called a tuffet, that is 5 metres in diameter. Whilst competition is a solo event, accuracy competitions also involve teams, and individual scores are added together to find the most skilled team. International competitions only involve individuals, however, each skydiver is also representing their home country, so each countries scores are combined to find the nation most skilled at accuracy.

There are four stages mainly into packing your parachute.

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The first check is the lines.

Make sure the lines are straight and not tangled.

Most malfunctions are caused by the lines. If they look neat, they’ll open neatly.

If they look messy then the opening is also bound to look messy as well.

The packing tabs are attached to the lines. This to make sure that the lines are straight and adjusted.

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fourth stage is stowing 4 The the lines. When you stow the

PROFESSIONAL PACKER 5 TO 8 MINUTES IF YOU JUST STARTED THEN IT TAKES 2 HOURS FOR A BEGINNER

lines, its bent and put in a bungee to hold it in place.

So when it opens it goes one stage at a time, in order. If it doesn’t go in order, the lines end to wrap around the bag.

It keeps it in place.

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IDEAL CONDITIONS TO GO FOR SKYDIVING The best conditions to go skydiving is when you have consistent winds. If its 5-knot winds then it is good as it gives you direction and range of movements as you can use the wind to your advantage.

No wind is a problem as you won’t be going fast forward. You should be able to come straight down. If it’s too windy you would go backwards which is too dangerous.

When you make the jump you need to look at the weather. Look at the direction of the wind. When you are high up you wouldn’t know which is why there are flags placed where you will be able to see the direction.

ARE YOU INTERES TED?

THE RESERVE PARACHUTE CAN DEPLOY ITSELF

HERE’S WH YOU NEE AT D TO KNOW

Every LISC tandem skydiving rig (and pretty much every smart sports skydiver’s rig) has a little bit of magic attached: an AAD, or automatic activation device. The AAD is a little gizmo that identifies descent rate and altitude in real time, checking to see if the main parachute has been deployed by the critical altitude. If it hasn’t, the AAD cuts the reserve loop, deploying the reserve parachute no matter what, even without any human input. Doesn’t that feel good to know?

It depends on you and how keen you are

THE RESERVE PARACHUTE IS TREATED AS SACRED The FAA requires that every skydiving reserve parachute is inspected and repacked every 180 days--whether it has been used or not. Each time it’s done, the FAA-certified rigging professional that does the job has to sign off on it and close the container with a little metal seal bearing his or her initials.

If a skydiver shows up to a dropzone and that little seal of responsibility is missing, the jumper is not allowed to jump that rig.

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On a skydiving course, you complete about 20 jumps under instruction. You are not attached to your instructors and you have to pull your own parachute and fly your own canopy.

Tandem is only one jump and not a qualifying skydive.

You are attached to your instructor in a harness.

The instructor will pull the parachute and fly the canopy.

The first part of being a student is in ground school where you learn all the fundamentals of the sport and the equipment.

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SKYDIVING

WHERE TO SKYDIVE AROUND THE WORLD Are you ready to take the plunge? People who have done skydiving before have logged some of their most loved drop zones. Plummet through the sky as you see jaw-dropping views of the landscape around the world.

PALM JUMEIRAH, DUBAI Dubai has joined the skydiving circle in becoming the leading drop zone in the world. Here you fly over the Palm Jumeirah, the artificial archipelago made of reclaimed land jutting out from the city’s urban marina, where you’ll get a mindblowing view of the whole of Dubai.

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FOX GLACIER, NEW ZEALAND A constant favourite and always on the list is Fox Glacier which is an 8-mile-long glacier located in the remote Westland Tai Poutini National Park on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island.

New Zealand is debatably the top country in the world for skydiving. As you free fall, take in the marvellous view of the wild coastline along the Tasman Sea and the snowy rugged peaks of the Southern Alps.

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NORTH WOLLONGONG BEACH, AUSTRALIA Watching whales and dolphins frolicking in the deep blue waters from 1,400 feet in the air is something nobody can say no to.

The view includes the shoreline of Sydney, Australia and more importantly, there are dive centres in the area where you can do both tandem and solo and land on North Wollongong Beach itself.

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SNOHOMISH, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES As you make the plunge you get a panoramic view of Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker in the Cascades Mountain Range and the green San Juan Islands. From mountain to sea, this drop zone is renowned for being one of the most gorgeous in the US.

PATTAYA, THAILAND INTERLAKEN, SWITZERLAND This is the best scenic drop zones in Europe which are incredible for both beginners and professionals.

In a stretch, you can see Italy, France, Germany and Austria stretching out past the snowcapped peaks of Jungfrau and the Matterhorn in the Alps. Interlaken skydiving is a thrilling experience.

Reportedly the only full-time drop zone in Southeast Asia, the skydiving in Thailand’s Nong Kho Reservoir near Pattaya is an adventure traveller’s dream come true.

It’s a treat to see the western coast of Thailand.

MOUNT EVEREST, NEPAL People across the glove has noted Mt Everest as the sought after place for skydiving. If you can’t climb then make the daring jump and free fall past the world’s tallest mountain. It’s an adrenaline rush and an incredible sight for your eyes.

HAWAII, UNITED STATES Hawaii is definitely more than coloured coastlines and vast palm tree-lined valleys with secret swimming holes and awe-inspiring volcano sites. If you skydive here then the jaw-dropping view from 8,000 feet up is a memory that will last a lifetime whether you’re taking the leap from Oahu, Kauai, Honolulu or anywhere else.

MOAB, UTAH, UNITED STATES In America, there are so many great places to skydive out west — let alone in the state of Utah — that it’s hard to narrow it down to just one favourite. But skydiving over the breath-taking Arches National Park in Moab stacks up just about as high as you can go. With massive sandstone arches, sensational scenic hiking trails and monstrous red-rock monoliths, there aren’t too many backdrops in the U.S. that are this picture perfect for an epic skydiving excursion.

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THE LAND OF FIRE EMBRACE THE LAND OF MOUNTAINS AND MUD VOLCANOES AT THE CROSSROADS OF TURKEY, IRAN AND RUSSIA. THE LAND OF FIRE AND PEARL OF THE CAUCASUS WHERE EAST MEETS WEST WILL TAKE YOU BY SURPRISE. WITH A RICH CULTURE, DELECTABLE FOOD, HISTORIC CITIES, TOWN AND PLENTY OF ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES, THIS PLACE HAS SO MUCH MORE THAN YOU THINK. HEAD ON TO GO GOSAIBI TRAVEL TO BOOK YOUR NEXT VACATION SPOT TO THIS INCREDIBLE PLACE AND MAKE MEMORIES OF A LIFETIME.

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CITY ON THE HILLS -BAKU This capital city is the perfect blend of the old walled city and the modern building craze. The Flame Towers in the city serves as natures canvas where three towers resembling fire casts a bronze glow over the city at night. At Baku’s cultural heart lies streets that are similar to a maze, artists workshops, café’s and museums.

ICHERI SEHER Popularly known as the old city, those who are into architecture, will discover this spot as perfect. You will be amazed at the Maiden Tower that was part of the ancient walled city. What makes it all the more interesting is that it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the centre of Baku.

There are a wealth of shops located in Icheri Seher that are perfect if you want a leisurely stroll around the historic centre of the city and the chance to pick up some souvenirs.

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Sitting in the Azizbeyov region of the city of Baku, Absheron National Park spans 783 hectares of protected land and is the perfect place to come to witness the stunning flora and fauna of Azerbaijan.

The national park has a whole host of local wildlife such as gazelles, birds, jackals, badgers, and Caspian seals.

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The most iconic site in the west of the country is the spectacular Lake Goygol (“Blue Lake”) at the foot of Mount Kapaz in the Goygol National Park. The lake is actually one of a series, all of which formed after a massive earthquake in 1139 sent rocks hurtling into the Aksu River from the top of Mount Kapaz.

Goygol is the centrepiece, around which there are a few hotels, tea houses and restaurants.

Formula 1 is still something of a novelty in Baku as the first race only took place here in 2016. Like Monaco and Singapore, the Azerbaijan Grand Prix is a street race and the Baku City Circuit is the fastest of them all.

It was designed by German engineer Hermann Tilke to encompass most of the city’s major landmarks, so it winds along the old fortress walls, up historic Istiglaliyyat Street and onto the finishing straight which runs parallel to the Seaside Boulevard.

NAFTALAN OIL RESORT Naftalan resort is famous due to the Naftalan crude oil found that is said to have healing properties and has sparked a boom in medical tourism to the region.

The resort is located in the Naftalan oil fields in the town of Naftalan, and visitors come here to bathe in the oil or to undergo a range of oil-based treatments that are said to help with pain relief and anti-inflammatory healing. Whether or not visitors travel here for health reasons, you can still enjoy bathing in the oil in the resort and experience a range of relaxing or stimulating oil treatments at the onsite spa.

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A DAY ON 2 WHEELERS What better way to spend the weekend than on a twowheeler touring one of the most incredible places in the Middle East. It’s better to go on a ride with an enthusiastic bunch and Bench Medina can vouch for that.

riday was not just another day but an exciting one that involved around 30 riders on their scooters.

The Freedom scooters group took a tour around Bahrain led by Fahad Yaqoot and Captain Khalid Yaqoot.

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The ride started in the evening with a brief orientation about the route and of course safety measures. Bike rides are proven to take you away from the negative and swirling thoughts. The ride started from Zayed town and headed over to Al Jazayir in Zallaq. Passing gravity village, the boys made their way to Saar and finished the ride in Adliya.

The wind and the warm breeze on my face remind me of the time when I was riding my motorbike home. Strolling around the city, enjoying that rush and thrill on the two wheels was just like taking a trip down memory lane. The freedom’s scooter group is yet another bunch of exciting bikers that helps one to stay in shape. Before you join a motorcycle club make sure the routine suits you best. If you have a motorcycle and that desire to ride then what are you waiting for, join a group and make it count.

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VETTEL DRIVES TO VICTORY DESPITE WORN OUT TYRES It was quite an exhilarating weekend for Sebastian Vettel as he marked his 200th Grand Prix. It was a nail-biting race as Ferrari and Mercedes fought tooth and nail until the finish.

Vettel tried his best to make the most out of his worn out tyres.

According to Pirelli, the yellow-walled soft tyres were good for up to thirty laps but due to the tactics that were switched in between the race, Vettel got 39 laps out of it. The ten laps were stunning as we

Spectators sat on the edge of the seat as the F1 teams put out quite a heartstopping race on the Sakhir tracks. With tyres destroyed, brakes challenged, wheels banged there was quite a lot of action that surely made this year’s Grand Prix a classic!

see Vettel trying to stay ahead of an advancing Bottas.

Keeping a good pace, there were two things that could have happened. Either Mercedes would have charged or one of the tyres would have been busted. Neither happened!

It was clearly Vettel’s race as he grabbed his 49th victory from the 200 F1 starts.

DRIVER OF THE DAY Pierre Gasly put on a stunning race that placed him in the fourth position. The man in only his seventh Grand Prix was handed an enormous

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89% of the votes. An updated aero package, Honda power units improvements and an incredible drive did the trick!

The Frenchmans calm and composed nature helped him to have a decent gap between his rivals and maintain his fourth place.

The Bahrain GP is not one Aston Martin Red Bull racing team will be wanting to remember, with Ricciardo retiring moments after teammate Max Verstappen picked up a puncture from a clash with Lewis Hamilton for ninth place, the resulting damage ending the team’s race after just four laps.

THE PITSTOP THAT WENT WRONG Kimi Raikkonen has had better days than this for sure!

Ahead of Hamilton, he was called into the pits in the 36th lap. Three of Raikkonen’s wheels were changed but the left rear wouldn’t come off. While mechanics were still trying to release it, Raikkonen got the green light and drove off – gruesomely snapping the lower leg of one of his crew in the process.

Raikkonen was told to stop immediately, outside the Force India garage, while the unfortunate mechanic lay on the ground, awaiting a stretcher to take him off to be operated on.

ASTON MARTIN RED BULL RACING TEAM DIDN’T STAND A CHANCE Into the first few laps, it was game over for both Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen.

Daniel was able to maintain his fourth position with just eight corners until he had to retire due to major electrical failure. “Coming in to turn eight I lost all power, everything switched off without warning and I couldn’t do anything,” Ricciardo said.

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SAUBER FERRARI

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HEALTH& WELLNESS

H E A LT H A N D W E L L N E S S

YUMMYLICIOUS Next weekend, sip a glass of wine, make this tasty healthy meal and make a night of it.

JANARDAN DAS Executive Chef Al Areen Palace and Spa

POACHED SALMON WITH MASHED POTATO, GRILLED TOMATO AND STEAMED VEGETABLES INGREDIENTS Salmon fillet: 150 gm Potato: 40 gm Salt: as per taste Asparagus: 2 pieces Carrot: 20 gm Cauliflower: 20 gm Broccoli: 25gm Rosemary: 1 sprig Cherry tomato: 4 pieces Onion white: 10 gm Carrot: 5 gm Celery: 5 gm Mirepoix

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Boil the vegetables and season slightly with salt.

Put the cherry tomato bunch in a pre-heated oven for 10 minutes at 180 degree Celsius.

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DID YOU KNOW ?

Salmon is a leading source of omega-3 fatty acids, essential fatty acids that contribute to brain growth and development and may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure and cancer.

INTERVIEW

TURNING HOSPITALITY INTO LIFESTYLE WEARING HIS PASSION ON HIS SLEEVE, HE HAS BEEN SHAPING THE FACE OF HOSPITALITY AND PIONEERING A LIFESTYLE. DR ESSA FAQEEH IS FAR FROM THE TYPICAL CEO AND EVEN HAS A HAND IN THE GUINNESS BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS FOR THE BIGGEST KABSA IN THE WORLD. HAVING A ZEST FOR LIFE HE SHARES HIS STORY WITH POWERUP.

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haping Al Areen Palace & Spa into a family-centric space was of utmost importance to Dr Essa. Vaguely do people see places providing a familyfriendly environment when it comes to hotels. Nestled on a desert Arabian oasis, he aimed to transform Al Areen Palace and Spa into the number one destination.

PASSIONATE ABOUT HIS WORK: MEET THE BOSS Nobody can talk with so much passion about their work than Dr Essa Faqeeh. What is work for him?

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“It is a passion to work, I like what I do”. He works as an advisor for Al Areen Palace & SPA and had revamped the hotel making it the first hotel in Bahrain to operate without alcohol successfully.

You need to be able to make a difference and understand your goal , your aim and how to achieve it. You need to stop looking at others and focus on yourself.

Not everyone that walks into a spa knows what they want exactly and that is where we come in. When they tell us why they came, we understand their needs and recommend the right spa treatment. With our experience we know what’s

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Dr Essa believes , one needs to lead by example. It doesn’t mean you just talk but you need to walk the talk.

IT’S THE PERFECT FAMILY SPOT With state of the art facilities, Dr Essa’s prime motive was to

ensure families had the space to bond and make the most out of it. We wanted people to embrace this opportunity as a lifestyle because they deserve to have a retreat.

We created a chance for people to escape the city noise, traffic and step into a clean environment. People from our neighbouring countries like

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We don’t call this a spa or wellness but rather live your life because you need to take care of your life as you deserve it

Several media companies from Kuwait were given a tour of the hotel and spa to take a glimpse of what this vacation spot was all about.

“After giving much thought, we created this spa in such a manner that each package had a complete range of programs and activities. Each package can be personalised to cater to the various needs of the people to fit them best”.

The services offered are for everyone so it’s economical, feasible and very much practical.

He brings the international quality and services to Bahrain.

CREATING HOLIDAY OF A LIFETIME People often travel outside the country for holidays but this visionary aimed to make Al Areen Spa the ideal vacation spot. Al Areen comprises of villas, inside full-size pool, jacuzzi, temperature controlled pool.

With ample privacy and state of the art facilities, it is the ultimate staycation for people in Bahrain.

Interesting as it is, vacationers can have a Barbeque night and can do it by themselves or a chef will be provided.

“We have luxury villas for an incredible stay but people need to be kept engaged and create

The Al Areen Holiday was created for this very purpose.

It’s unique and tailor-made for every family. If you want to spend one day to even 10 days, we have a bunch of activities lined up.

Al Areen holidays features a range of organised and do-ityourself excursions that lets you see beyond the boundaries of the resort. There is a wide range of activities such as Gravit y indoor skydiving, Lost Paradise water theme park, Al Areen wildlife park, go golfing at the royal golf club, land rover experience at BIC, go-karting, Towable Rides and snorkelling at Al Dar Islands and much more.

“Each activity is customised and put into several programmes that fit the family the best. We also have a butler for each family who will take care of them until they leave and is their one point contact for anything.

So we create a certain kind of lifestyle for them,” according to Dr Essa.

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Saudi Arabia and Kuwait most often stay with us. It’s great to see an amalgamation of culture and diversity under one roof.

memorable experiences to make the most out of their holiday season. To us, activities are really important.

Turkey for medicinal and lifestyle tourism and Thailand as they offer unique programmes which are not available here. These would be for certain remedies such as migraine and back pain.

In order to provide quality treatments accessible to the community, Bahrain’s first wellness centre was born. Live Your Life at Al Areen Spa was set to give a one of a kind experience. ‘‘There is a programme exclusively for remedy and other needs as well. Why travel outside the country when you can get it all right here. We have various programs such as detox, re-energizing and weight optimisation programs.

Vitality Pool, Garden Hammam with Steam & Sauna, 12 Spa Treatment Rooms, Beauty Garden and Health Club for Men & Women”.

What better way to relax and have a day to yourself.

Dr. Essa’s guidning principle in creating the program is, “You need to avoid the hassle’s and just live your life.

Your eating style, your habits are all various aspects you need to take into account. We cover it all ”

With the detox program, you can spend a day to five days.

This is important as we take care of you from the time you come in. We assess you, we give you the necessary yoga treatment, activities and meals that help you to completely relax. You can continue to come and see incredible results. It is very flexible, he explained. “We also created several programs such as Hydro Thermal Garden with

FEEL LIKE THE ROYALS AND CLEANSE YOUR AURA When your job gets stressful, the first thing that comes to your mind is a relaxing spa treatment. Recent study observed that many people travel to

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GET FIT AND ACTIVE AT FITNESS FOR LIFE A must try is the Fitness For Life which is the new and improved health club at Al Areen Palace and Spa. It doesn’t matter if you are going as an individual or with your family as there’s so much going on to keep everyone engaged. Get fit as a family.

Introducing the newly renovated gym. Dr. Essa said, “We have changed the complete feel of the gym with vibrant colors and latest equipments. Everyone one is busy and when they make an effort to come, it must be worth it and we understand that aspect and have created this top notch health club”.

From boxing to children’s Zumba classes, you name it, it’s

there.

There is even a kids club with programs to help children develop active, positive lifestyles.

Dr. Essa believes that, integrating knowledge and activity will help convince children that exercise is important to their well-being and increase the chance that physical activity will become a permanent part of their daily lives.

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RIGHT CHOICE, RIGHT FOOD Most people know that good nutrition and physical activity goes a long way.

Dr. Essa is very hands on in implementing the new program.

Every month he, ensure that expert nutritionists are brought in to train the staff to keep them updated with the latest

YOU NEED TO BE ABLE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AND UNDERSTAND YOUR GOAL, YOUR AIM AND HOW TO ACHIEVE IT. YOU NEED TO STOP LOOKING AT OTHERS AND FOCUS ON YOURSELF

programs and remedies. His main goal is to provide quality by making sure that services are upgraded and are of top quality.

Keeping people informed and educating them about their choices is important.

Al Areen have also introduced the calorie sheet to allow our vacationers to make a healthy choice. There is a range of 100 to 500 calories with colour coding based on each food that is provided. Each card also has a variety of inspirational quotes to feed your thoughts while you are munching. According to Dr. Essa, creative and quality food is at the top of the list.

WE CARE The backbone of any organisation is the staff and that is why Al Areen Spa makes sure their employees are taken care of.

“If you need to be the top destination, then you need to be different. You need to be unique; you need to make sure your employees have that passion to work.

Our staff is also our top priority when it comes to the success of the organisation. For this reason, we have created a program called We Care. We touch base on everything that they need and we started by conducting a survey. Questions addressed their problems be it transportation, accommodation, food and so on. We make sure they are treated well be it their stay, food and other areas. If we don’t care for them then how can we expect them to treat the customers well? It all begins in the way we treat them so it is vital to address their needs first. We engage them in team building and many activities that help in communication skills.

We strive to provide them with the right environment”.

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So at the end of the day, it is really important to be meticulous and look at every single detail to get an incredible result.

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SWIM SAFE, SWIM HAPPY! Summer is ju s t a ro u n d h ic h th e c o rn e r, w m o re m e a n s p le n ty e n joy in g p e o p le w il l b e n d p o o ls th e b e a c h e s a nd, a ro u n d th e is la tr y in g to k e e p c o o l!

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ummer is when we also see the highest number of drowningrelated deaths and injuries each year, which is why we have teamed up with Power Up magazine to share 5 tips on keeping yourself and others safe while in and around the water.

LEARN TO SWIM Swimming is the only sport that can also save your life. It’s also never too late to learn. We have a number of courses available to people of

STAY HYDRATED! It sounds obvious, but it is easy to forget to drink enough water when you are swimming. The sea water around Bahrain can reach temperatures as high as 32 degrees in the height of summer, so you will be sweating even when you are trying to cool off!

Dehydration can lead to heat exhaustion and in some

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cases heat stroke which could be life-threatening.

Alcohol increases the risk so take care and make sure you drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Children are particularly at risk, so as the famous saying goes, make sure they Slip on a shirt, Slop on the +50 sunscreen and Slap on a hat!

all ages, and our swim and survive programme teaches you the basic survival swimming skills required to save yourself in water in just 12 lessons.

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YOUR CHILD, YOUR RESPONSIBILITY One of the most common misconceptions about lifeguards is that they are ultimately responsible for supervising children. Correct supervision of children is always the parent or guardian’s responsibility.

A lifeguard’s role is to prevent accidents and ensure that all pool users are safe (up to 2500 people in some locations!) and to respond in the event of an emergency. Below is what RLSB recommends as correct supervision,

REACH OR THROW, DON’T GO! When we see someone in trouble in the water, instinctively people often jump straight in to try and help. However, once you are in the water, you are in danger too, and you can be of no help if you also get hurt. When drowning, people will naturally try to grab hold of you, and if the water is deep or you are not a strong swimmer, you could easily get into trouble. Your own safety is your main priority.

Any child that is five years old or below must be directly supervised in the water by a parent or guardian over 16 years old during unprogrammed activities.

The parent/ guardian must be in the water, and within arm’s reach of the child at all times. An unprogrammed activity is any activity that is open to members of the public for recreational swimming without direct control or instruction by a trainer/ organizer.

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied into the swimming facility

by a responsible parent or guardian over 16 years old.

They must be constantly and actively supervised and the parent or guardian must be positioned to have a clear view of the child with no physical or structural barriers between them and the child/ children To avoid being turned away, and some disappointed little ones, It's always worth checking the policy wherever you plan to swim, as it may vary between locations.

BUDDY UP! Swimming alone can be dangerous, especially in open waters. The rise in the popularity of triathlon and other swimming events means more and more people are heading out, often in remote locations.

Whenever possible, go with a friend (it’s someone to race if nothing else!) If that’s not possible, make sure you tell someone where you are going and when, and carry something that floats and can support you should you get into trouble. We are not suggesting that you wear a life jacket, but something like a kickboard would be good! Even the strongest swimmers can get cramp!

situation and look around you for anything that you could use to reach out or throw to the person and pull them to safety. It could be a rope, a tree branch or even a mop! If there isn’t, look for anything that floats that you could throw to help them stay afloat until help arrives. If you are out on a boat or jet ski to make sure that everyone is wearing a properly fitted lifejacket at all times.

In the event of an emergency, the first thing you need to do is call for help. Next, assess the

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11 WEEK Checklist Did you know that tr ying to stay healthy isn’t a mammoth task? All you need to do is take 11 small, simple and easy steps that will help you stay healthier and in shape this summer. These interesting tips are sure to make it on your refrigerator!

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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

Skipping it will not benefit you. You could miss you on nutrients that are quite essential. The more you feel hungry, the more you will end up smacking.

REGULAR MEALS A MUST Do you know what would help to burn calories at a fast rate? Eating at regular times! By doing so you would be able to resist fat and sugar. So eat at regular intervals and stay healthy.

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GREEN VEGGIES & FRUITS There are three main ingredients that will boost your health. Fruits and vegetables are low in calorie and fat but are high in fibre. This would also mean having a good intake of vitamins and nutrients.

Here’s your five a day, try to grab some fresh fruits and vegetables, dried fruit, fruit juice, vegetable juice or smoothies, beans and pulses.

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BE ACTIVE! Being a couch potato is not going to help you to burn those calories or even lose weight. You need to step up and be active. Get plugged into sports or any workout sessions that will help you burn those fats and you will equally enjoy it. Find an activity that you would easily fit into your routine and make it count!

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CHUCK THE SODA AND GRAB H20 Drinking water is the number one essential thing that your body requires. There are numerous health benefits when your body is hydrated. You need to drink water to balance your bodily fluids, to help control calories, energize your muscles and good looking skin.

GROCERY LIST: HIGH- FIBRE FOOD The next time you go grocery shopping makes sure your cart contains food rich in fibre. These food are recommended because they are key to a healthy and happy tummy. Fibre is only found in food from plants, such as fruit and veg, oats, whole grain bread, brown rice, pasta, beans, peas and lentils.

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READ FOOD LABELS Have you noticed that most packed foods have a food label that keeps you informed? They are essential because it helps you make the right choice in terms of your choosing food and control what you are eating.

You can keep a check on the amount of fat, salt and sugar content. So make sure you flip that box and read the chart.

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Using smaller plates is one of the oldest tricks in the book. When you take a small plate you tend to take smaller portions which would actually look big on your plate. You are tricking your brain into feeling fuller with less total food. Yes, this is an easy way to control your intake and ensure you do not overeat.

DON’T STOCK JUNK FOOD Make sure your pantry is stocked with more healthy food than chips or any other junk food. Opt to revamp your food list with healthy snacks that are sure to keep you healthy, satisfied and wanting for more. Select goodies that are easier for you to manage.

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PLAN YOUR MEALS Make sure you plan your breakfast, lunch and dinner so that you are prepared for it.

If you tend to run late you know what to do instead of grabbing an unhealthy meal at the last minute. Preplan so that you are able to stick to your calorie allowance. Try making a shopping list every weekend which would help you step it up.

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BANNING FOODS? THINK AGAIN Always try to moderate your food intake instead of completely taking it out of your diet. The reason being, the moment you avoid it, you tend to crave for it all the more. There’s no harm in enjoying your favourite food once in a while but in smaller portions.

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WELLNESS TRENDS THIS SUMMER When it comes to health and wellness, it is not surprising that cer tain classics still stick around despite new trends coming in. Why? Because they work!

Mixing up new routines with old effective flavours could be just the trick.

WATER WORKS! The pool is going to be your favourite place this summer. What better way to beat the heat and stay in shape at the same time. You can always workout in the water. It doesn’t mean just merely swimming but fun activities like water aerobics, water walking, underwater spin classes, surfboard

YOGHURT WITH A NEW FLAVOUR You are going to be eating different flavours of yoghurt this year. From greek yoghurts to nutty flavour and almond milk your taste buds are out for a delight. Yoghurts is seen as the perfect breakfast and are in this year. So the next time you go grocery shopping, make sure you get yoghurt.

DETOX FROM TECH Experts around the globe have shared their concern on people being too much into technology.

Not only is it affecting you physically but also takes a toll on mental health. So its time to take a break from cell phones, laptops and break that addictive nature. Switch on the detox mode.

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H E A LT H

ACTIVE & HEALTHIER OFFICE SPACE It’s time that organisations make sure that their employees are fit and not just a desk jockey.

The key to an efficient work style is realising the importance of rest, mental health and collaboration in the workplace. You need to have a good work/ life balance and not be drowned under so much stress and pressure.

PET WORKOUTS How fun would it be to workout with your furry friend. They motivate you, never cancels on you, don’t complain and more importantly, it doesn’t feel like you are actually working out. Stay fit together!

LOOK GOOD, FEEL GOOD! It’s important to look good and it’s time to update your workout fashion style. There are plenty of activewear that hit the stores this year with cutting edge technology to make sure you look good. Fabrics and styles are getting cosier with super-soft sustainable modal and cotton.

This is sure to boost your confidence!

DESTINATIONS SPOTS ARE IN FUNCTIONAL FITNESS It’s not about working out in that prescribed time of the day. Rather be conscious and find a chance to stay active throughout the day.

Opt for the stairs rather than the lift. You know, lifting groceries is actually strength training, climbing stairs are cardio and why not go sfor an exercise ball instead of your recliners. Sounds interesting, doesn’t it?

It’s time to get off that system and head out to a relaxing spot to unplug and unwind. Super-cool phone-free social clubs, purposefully no-WiFi cafes, and other environments for IRL connection are on the rise—and in demand.

Making time to unplug is a higher priority than ever before, and places that help you put your phones down are popping up everywhere. Some restaurants are serving up discounts if you power down.

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RASPBERRY LEMONADE SMOOTHIE Next weekend, sip a glass of wine, make this tasty healthy meal and make a night of it.

INGREDIENTS: 1 can lemonade concentrate {frozen or thawed – doesn’t matter}

1 & 1/2 cups water

2 cups frozen raspberries

1/4 cup sugar

4 cups ice {more or less depending on how runny you like it}

Fresh lemons {optional}

DIRECTIONS: 1. Mix first 5 ingredients in a blender and mix until no more chunks exist.

2. Garnish with fresh lemons.

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FASHION

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SMARTWATCH BUZZ The fitness craze is on as ever yone scrambles to get the best tech gadget to track their progress. There are so many smar t watches available but here are two of the most popular ones with their features.

Check out the review by Brandt Ranj

FITBIT WATCH

APPLE WATCH Any notification you receive on an iPhone can be displayed on the Apple Watch and you can respond to messages with simple, pre-written responses.

Tracks steps taken, distance travelled, and heart rate and syncs these metrics to your iPhone’s built-in Health and Activity apps. The Activity app lets you set and keep track of your daily movements and exercise goals, and challenge fellow Apple Watch owners to friendly fitness competitions.

The Health app pulls in data from your Apple Watch and iPhone to help give you a broader picture of your health over time.

Using third-party apps,

Aluminium finish for its most basic watch, singlecolour fluoroelastomer (durable, synthetic rubber) band.

Available in two sizes — 38mm and 42mm. While the band that comes with the Apple Watch is fine, several third parties have designed cheap, alternative bands that you can swap on and off with ease. It is nice with a more premium look and offers greater customisability.

you can also enable the Apple Watch to track other health metrics, like sleep.

Battery life: One day

Made out of aluminium, and comes with two bands — one large, and one small — made out of a flexible, durable material similar to that used in many sports watches. The reason there are two bands is that Fitbit took a slightly different design approach than Apple; instead of designing

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the same watch in different sizes at different prices, it stuck to one. The two included bands cover enough wrist sizes that the Versa should fit well right out of the box.

One-size-fits-all nature.

It looks really appealing as well.

Tracks your steps taken, calories burned, sleep, and heart rate, but it keeps track of these metrics in its own multi-platform app. Fitbit’s app is also where you can view your progress over time and challenge fellow Fitbit owners to competitions.

Lets you stage fitness competitions with non-smart watch owners.

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LET’S GO MARINE STYLE n y r a d ia n c e n u s e h t g B r in o li d a y s t o h e id s a e s of w h it e , r e d e h T . y it c e th ip e s w il l b e r t s e lu b d an in g r e d ie n t l ia c e p s e h t a t im e le s s e c n a h n e o t le , t h a t m a r in e s t y v e o f wa w il l b r in g a u r u r b a n t o yo f re s h n e s s o u t f it .

Geox’s collaboration with Ernesto Esposito, one of the most renowned Italian shoe designers, endures into the Spring Summer 2018 season with a collection of affordable luxury: elegant and feminine footwear which stands apart for its sophisticated combination of materials and on-trend detailing.

The product of an unusually creative juncture, this new design slant nevertheless is still firmly anchored in the principles that have made Geox synonymous with well-being and functionality.

ARRAY OF COLOURS Breathable, impermeable, lightweight and flexible, the famous patented Geox soles are the mainstay of the whole collection, starting with the daytime styles. Whilst the charred brown hues of the supple suede or python print embellish round-toed loafers or sandals with ankle ties, white is triumphant on the perforated leather Derby lace-ups with an EVA sole and cushioned insole - a style solution which caters perfectly for our busy modern lives.

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TIMELESSLY ELEGANT There is a stylish feel to the shoes made from black patent whilst the ones in ecru leather, elevated with gleaming metallic buckles, are perfect for more formal occasions.

As are the classic ballerinas, the two-band sandals and the slipper loafers which are strongly trending this season.

IT'S-A PERFECT BLEND A high-octane summertime vibe permeates the nauticalinspired models - closed-toe slingbacks with a wedge or no heel which merge fresh white and blues with the tactile allure of leather, fabric, rope and metal. They are real seasonal musts which deliver comfort and stability thanks to the special memory-foam insole which also features on the espadrilles, wedge sandals and slide sandals, tapping into the vibrancy of the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and exploring a series of bright colours, original combinations, ethnic patterns and natural materials.

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Magically Sweat Proof It doesn’t matter if you are training for a marathon or hitting the gym, for some of you worr y about your appearance. Don’t frown because there are a few endurance-ready products that won’t budge. Ever ything from eyeliners to lip balms is a must tr y. All the products have been tested by Zoe Galloway

1. EYEKO SPORTS WATERPROOF MASCARA You certainly don’t want your mascara from smudging when exercising.

This waterproof mascara will survive sweaty gym classes.

Eyeko’s Mascara Off Wipes will also remove the mascara without irritating the eyes.

2. ELEMIS HYDRA-BOOST

SERUM The first thing you need to know is that it’s important to keep skin your hydrated during your fitness workouts.

Elemis a nourishing serum that keeps skin moisturised and

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refreshed. Apply before and after exercise to boost your complexion and get rid of that dehydrated, post-workout redness.

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3. SMASHBOX PHOTO FINISH ICONIC PRIMER STICK Every girl needs a good primer to keep makeup in place be it in any situation. It’s great for keeping sweat and shine under control, and its super lightweight on the skin.

Skin looks soft while make-up is easy to apply over the top.

Match with a finishing spray for maximum hold.

4. WUNDER2 WUNDERBROW EXTRA LONG-LASTING EYEBROW GEL Coming in five shades, it lasts for about 3. Build up coverage by filling sparse spots first, as it really does stay put after application. If you want to remove it early though, use an oil-based cleanser and cotton pads to wipe away.

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5. CLINIQUE FIT WORKOUT MAKEUP BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 40 With SPF 40, you’ll gain the protection you need when exercising outside and its lightweight consistency still allows the skin to breathe.

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can be applied easily. You’ll need to use a good make-up remover to eventually remove it, but it’s worth it if you’re looking for a super-strength liner. It is also available in a variety of shades.

6. STILA STAY ALL DAY WATERPROOF LIQUID EYELINER A long-lasting eyeliner is a number one on a checklist especially one that doesn’t smudge under pressure. Stila’s waterproof liquid eyeliner

7. ELIZABETH ARDEN LIP EIGHT HOUR CREAM INTENSIVE LIP REPAIR BALM The first sign of dehydration is dry lips. Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream will keep lips nourished for hours.

Apply it in small amounts. And although it’s more expensive than your average lip balm, the pot will last for months.

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8. URBAN DECAY ALL NIGHTER SETTING SPRAY Setting spray is the way to go to keep things in place and you must try Urban Decay’s version, which is oil- and paraben-free. Apply after you’ve completed your makeup in an “X” and “T” formation and your products will stay in place. There’s no stickiness or shine either, which other setting sprays can be prone to.

9. BOBBI BROWN SKIN LONG-WEAR WEIGHTLESS FOUNDATION SPF 15 Another foundation to consider is Bobbi Brown’s long-lasting option. It provides full coverage, glides across the skin and isn’t messy to apply. It gives a matte finish and lasts well. And with an impressive 30 shades, there’s one to suit most skin tones.

10. GREEN PEOPLE GENTLE CLEANSE AND MAKE-UP REMOVER Green People produces natural and organic skincare products including this alcohol-free make-up remover, which is gentle on skin. Removing tricky waterproof products (including all mentioned in this round-up), it can be applied quickly and leaves skin feeling soft and nourished. Simply rub into

your face and use damp cotton pads to wipe away makeup. It also has a pleasant floral scent that lingers on the skin.

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FACE THE WEATHER WITH TOP GEARS Don’t let a bit of bad weather stop you from stepping outdoors and training. Here are a few gears that top finishers from the Boston marathon wore. Yes it is exciting!

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1 BROOKS ELITE CANOPY JACKET | Worn by Women’s Champion: Desi Linden 2 NIKE LIGHTWEIGHT RUNNING SLEEVE | Worn by Sarah Sellers 3 CEPS RUN 2.0 COMPRESSION SOCKS | Worn by Krista DuChene 4 ADIDAS SATURDAY CAP | Worn by Rachel Hyland 5 ASICS MAD DASH CAP | Worn by Yuki Kawauchi 6 NIKE RUN DIVISION JACKET | Worn by Geoffrey Kirui 7 GARMIN FORERUNNER 935 | Worn by Shadrack Biwott 8 REEBOK ALL-WEATHER RUNNING GLOVES | Worn by Tyler Pennel

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GET CLICKING You do not have to go to the librar y or dig out books to get updated.

Ever ything you need is at your fingerprints a click away. Check out these latest apps that’ll make your spor ting lifestyle much easier and fun.

MEET MOBILE From intimate local meets to large national qualifying meets, Meet Mobile provides flexibility and convenience. Answer those common heat sheet and results questions before they’re asked. Let people get the information in real-time, when they need it, wherever they are.

Swimmers can check heat sheets and event timelines from anywhere to make sure they’re at the starting block on time.

Coaches can flag their swimmers and/or teams as favourites and then easily drill down into heat and lane assignments.

Fans can flag and track their favourite swimmers in real time, without needing to be at the meet.

Meet hosts can quickly and efficiently keep people up to date on important meet info, all without a single sheet of paper. (No more photocopying!)

RHYTHM SKYDIVING 101 Rhythm Skydiving 101 is the first app designed specifically for the new skydiver. Full of useful videos, diagrams, flashcards, audio recordings and documents to guide you through everything from showing up at a new drop zone to making successful group jumps. Make every skydive count!

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