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FORMULA ONE BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX

Meet the drivers and teams racing for glory in the Bahrain Grand Prix

THROW THE DARTS

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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 of a nation. In Bahrain, under the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad, we are dedicated to provide 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 skills can only help 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 ofan effective physical education. In fact, sports have

been proven to actually 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 have an immense traditional value, although we must not forget there are also other sports and sporting events that boast a rich history for us.

For the above reasons, I warmly welcome the arrival of PowerUp, the first sports dedicated magazine based in Bahrain. It will be a fantastic tool for the people of Bahrain to view sports clubs and fixtures that are available on our island. It will expose them to new sports from around the world and introduce them to exciting existing sports they may wish to try.

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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A heartfelt congratulations to HH Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa for garnering 2nd place in his age group at the ITU World Triathlon 2016 in Abu Dhabi. Congratulations sir!

HH Shaikh Khalid Bin Hamad Al Khalifa’s initiative to promote mixed martial arts in the island has reached fantastic results! Jose “Shorty” Torres from HH’s KHK-MMA team won his first professional mixed martial arts fight against competitor Travis Taylor in Washington!

Another fantastic sporting event is due to be launched in Bahrain this month with the arrival of the XDubai Spartan Race at the Bahrain Endurance Village. On April 1, competitors will see themselves crawling, jumping, and sliding through 23 obstacles over 5.3 km.

It’s fun for the whole family and even includes a children’s race! This is followed shortly after by the Bahrain Battle of Heroes, an annual crossfit challenge which will be inaugurated on April 8 at Seef Mall.

HH Shaikh Nasser is bringing new opportunities and events to the island and PowerUp Magazine is proud to be covering all of it.

The Trilife and PowerUp Safe Cycle initiative will be launched sometime this month with our good friends from Trilife taking the lead to make Bahrain a safer area for cyclists and motorists alike. It is awesome to partner up with significant fitness organizations in this island and we are proud to announce our partnership with the Bahrain Road Runners Association. We look forward to an exciting and fruitful year of fun and fitness!

In line with all the fitness events happening, PowerUp will be launching some new fitness challenges across the island and we will be doing it in luxurious hotels, sporting venues, and gymnasiums. Watch our Facebook page for further announcements!

Our sincere condolences go to the family of Ty Baird, one of the most daring skydivers in the world. He was in Bahrain with Inka Titto at Gravity Indoor Skydiving and the team astounded us with their expertise in the wind tunnel. We were struck by the harmony and absolute happiness of this team. Goodbye Ty! On a lighter note, Anke Brandt broke a new world record for kite surfing kiting an incredible 298 meters from Bahrain to Doha, Qatar over 17 hours! Thank you for choosing Bahrain as the launchpad for your Get Kite mission. This fantastic achievement is made even more wondrous by the fact that this woman does it all to raise money for Wings for Life, a nonprofit organization that seeks to find a cure for spinal cord injury.

Good and exciting things are happening all over the island and PowerUp will be there to cover it all!

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FORMULA ONE BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX

Meet the drivers and teams racing for glory in the Bahrain Grand Prix

THROW THE DARTS

MMA’s most decorated amateur slays his first pro competition!

The island is a natural habitat for this pub sport

TRIATHLON 303/101

Kuwait KD1.75

Oman RO2

Qatar QR20

UAE DHS20

JOSE “SHORTY” TORRES

Bahrain BD2

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Common sense advice from a 2x Ironman champion

SPORTS AND FITNESS Start getting fit

BEACH WEAR

Hit the beach in style

SPORTS KICKSTARTERS Run faster, train harder

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Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix Meet the drivers and the fabulous cars who will be competing in the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix.

10 Sports News

Read about all the hot new sportsevents and activities around Bahrain!

15 HM The King’s Cup The most prestigious award in the horse-riding season, HM the King’s Cup draws people from all around the GCC to watch.

16 T20 World Cup

22 KHK-MMA’s Jose “Shorty” Torres Winning his first professional fight in Washington, we predict more good times for Shorty.

24 Freestyle Group Training The guys from Fitness First are committed to making us our best buff self. Here is another technique that they want to share with us.

18 Throw the Darts This traditional pub game is seeing a revival in Bahrain.

20 The truth about burpees

If you don’t go over the obstacles, you’ll have to do burpees. Check out our guide on how to doit right.

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Sara Gross, PhD, gives advice to both aspiring and professional triathletes in this delightful article.

32 David Plese Ironman Barcelona winner and crazy enough to do three Ironman races in one month, read more about David’s further exploits.

34 Runners with a heart One of the island’s most iconic organizations is finally PowerUp’s media partner.

India hosts this year’s cricket world cup! Who do you think will win?

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28 Triathlon

FASHION & STYLE

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“It’s hard to beat a person who never gives up.”

– Babe Ruth

SPORTS & FITNESS 36 Get Kite mission smashes world-record!

Anke Brandt kite-surfs straight into another world-record!

and it was a blast!

48 Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix Meet the drivers and the fabulous cars who will be competing in the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix.

40 Beginner’s Guide to SUP We went paddle-boarding and kayaking with PaddleSports Marine

HEALTH & WELLNESS 56 A Culture of Care

Now that summer is upon us, it’s almost impossible to manage dry and frizzy hair. Gloss Salon tells us exactly how to do it.

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60 Recycling for the Environment The simple act of segregating trash will do wonders for the planet.

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62 Say hello to beautiful hair

Awali Hospital opens its doors to the

63 Sports, Health, and Fitness Listings

61 Boost Your Energy

FASHION & GEARS

Need help in finding a fitness clinic, club, or gym to go to? We’ve compiled the information for you.

Bonus: you also get spa and health listings.

What do you wear for a day on the beach? Check out our top picks.

72 Sports Kickstarters Puma has new gear that aims to make you run faster, train harder, and be all around better.

74 Trainers The only thing you need to start your athletic career is shoes. Check out the perfect one for your needs.

78 Arabic fashion with a twist

The ladies who make Truactive leggings are also promoting Arabic art.

80 Men’s Grooming

Get spruced up with these picks.

81 Tech Gadgets for a more active life

Technology has traditionally been used to make us lazier; however these products will help make you more active.

82 Apps for Real People

Meet the Experts Goncalo Oliveira

Goncalo Oliveira is a Fitness First Platinum trainer.

These are apps that you can really use. Download and start getting fit!

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Dr Syed Raza a 2x IRONMAN champion, a coach, and a mom; she is also a producer and presenter for wispsports.com.

Dr. Syed is a consultant cardiologist and physician at Awali Hospital.

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NEWS

“To be a champ you have to believe in yourself when nobody else will.”

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HH SHAIKH NASSER FINISHED SECOND IN THE ITU WORLD TRIATHLON IN ABU DHABI HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa finished second in his age group at the International Triathlon Union World Triathlon Abu Dhabi on Saturday.

The international event witnessed a huge turnover from international professional and amateur triathletes.

HH Shaikh Nasser completed the three-stage race in 03:58:55 time. First, he finished the 1500 metre swim race in 00:24:27,

HASHAAR CLAIMS HM THE KING’S CUP Hashaar scored the biggest upset in Bahrain’s horse racing calendar to claim His Majesty King Hamad’s Cup. Hashaar owned by Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Isa Al Khalifa and trained by James Naylor and was ridden by Stephan Ladjadj, stunned crowd

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favourite Methary by a neck to win one of the richest races of the horse-racing season for locally bred horses which carries a cash prize of BD20,000.

The race was attended by the President of the Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF), Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid bin Isa Al Khalifa, dignitaries, senior officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and horse racing enthusiasts.

AL BUSAITEEN EMERGES AS TRACK AND FIELD CHAMP Al Busaiteen club has attracted the limelight by overtaking Al Riffa club and winning the first position in the adults competitions thus securing the title of the track and field athletics championship.

Organized by the Bahrain Athletics Association, the

the 80-km cycling round in 02:01:31 and then he crossed the finish line after completing the 20-km race in 01:28:16 time.

The championship was held at Abu Dhabi Corniche. It’s the second race of ITU’s international races in 2016 and qualifies to the Rio de Janeiro Olympics that will be held in Brazil next summer. HH Shaikh Nasser lauded the Bahraini participants in the race including the National Guards Team. He added that the Bahraini youth are familiar with sports culture and are known to be sports enthusiasts. At the same time, he pointed out that the sport of triathlon and endurance are becoming swiftly popular among the Bahraini youth. tournament took place at the Bahrain National Stadium where Al Busaiteen won 14 medals, including eight gold, two silver, and four bronze medals. There was fierce competition between the rival teams in the various stages of the 400-metre, 100metre, 200-metre, 800-metre hurdles, and threesome tournaments as well as in the 1500 metre, 110 metre hurdles, and in the discus throwing.

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BATTLE OF HEROES TO INSPIRE FITNESS CULTURE

BATELCO DRAG 965 RACING TEAM WINS FINAL ROUND Batelco Drag 965 Racing powered to a fantastic victory in the third and final rounds of the 2015/ 2016 Bahrain SWS Endurance Championship, held at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit (BIKC), in Sakhir.

Having triumphed in the previous two meetings, Batelco Drag 965 Racing lived up to their tag as favourites and claimed the number one spot after overcoming a strong field of international and local teams in the grueling 24hour challenge.

The race flagged at 4pm on Friday afternoon and the chequered flag came down a full day later on Saturday.

Action was followed by the podium ceremony.

Pro-karter Ramez Azzam spearheaded the Batelco Drag965 Racing team. He shared duties in their RT8 Sodikart with Mohammed Mattar, Piers Walsh, and Vincent Fraisse. Azzam clocked the event’s overall fastest lap of one minute 12.080 seconds. Their victory made it a clean sweep for Batelco Racing in this year’s Bahrain SWS Endurance Championship.

Teams competed in identical 13-horsepower RT8 Sodikarts, provided for by the BIKC—making an even playing field for all participants.

The President of Bahrain Weight-lifting and Bodybuilding Federation (BWBF) and President of the Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports Federation (ABBF), Shaikh Abdulla bin Rashid Al Khalifa, said that the Battle of Heroes fitness championship will encourage citizens and residents to practice fitness sports and compete for attractive cash prizes.

19 SCHOOLS FOR THIRD MINI-OLYMPICS 19 schools have signed up for the Third School Mini Olympics, which is due to take place from April 21 until May 5.

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He added it would also grant health clubs and nutritionists an opportunity to present fitness programmes and meals to players and participants, contributing to the sports and fitness culture of the Kingdom.

The event will be held at Bahrain City Centre on April 8 and 9 with the Bahrain Olympic Committee as a strategic partner.

The championship offers $26,500 in cash prizes, besides many programmes and activities for all age groups.

The third edition of the Mini-Olympics is organized by the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) in cooperation with the Ministry of Education.

BOC projects unit director Lounes Madene said that this year will see a breakthrough in the total number of sports compared to last year’s six.

Competitions for this year include three team sports—football, basketball and volleyball, in addition to athletics, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, triathlon, and running race.

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EVENTS

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8 April

DUATHLON

Sailing Club, Belaj Al Jazaer Another exciting event brought to you by the Bahrain Road Runners Association, the Duathlon has a run of 5km, a bike leg of 20km, finishing with another run of 3km. Interested participants are requested to register online at www.bahrainroadrunners.com.

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2016 FORMULA ONE BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX

Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir The nation’s biggest sporting and entertainment event is here once again.

The Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix pits 22 drivers from 11 teams against each other for the chance to be called the Formula One Champion of the Year. Aside from the main event, there is also world-class entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.

1 April

XDUBAI SPARTAN RACE Bahrain International Endurance Village The XDubai Spartan Race presented by Reebok, is a global sporting event that is happening for the first time ever in Bahrain.

Designed to push your limits, test your strength, and challenge your endurance, participants go through obstacles in order to be proclaimed a “Spartan”

3 April

THE FOURTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON AUTISM

Isa Cultural Hall Organized by the Bahrain Society for Children with Behavioral and Communication Difficulties; the conference aims to bring together researchers, educators, and service providers together to provide opportunities to explore intervention strategies and learn about new research developments in the field of autism.

15 April

BAHRAIN BATTLE OF HEROES

Seef Organized by the Bahrain Weightlifting Federation in partnership with The Bahrain Olympic Committee, the first Bahrain Battle of Heroes, which will be an annual event, is the first ever fitness competition of its kind in the country. With a cash prize totaling to USD26,500 this is a much awaited event by fitness enthusiasts.

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15 April

OPEN TRACK

Bahrain International Circuit Have you ever wondered how fast you and your car can go? Of course you have. Now you can find out thanks to the BIC’s Open Track days. For only BD20 per session, you can now ride your car to its limit.

22 April

BSBK ROUND 4

Bahrain International Circuit This is another exciting day for the BSBK season at the BIC! Aside from watching the exciting event, spectators can also meet the drivers as well as World Superbike Champion Carlos Checa! The BSBK is a series of motorbike races organized by the Bahrain Motor Federation.

22 April

BIC 2,000 CC ROUND 7

Bahrain International Circuit Established in 2007, the 2,000cc Challenge is the Kingdom’s most competitive local racing championship, as well as the longest running circuit series in the Gulf. It is the ideal venue for aspiring racers to develop their skills.

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HM THE KING’S CUP Endurance Ride Championship

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ased on the directives of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Royal Federation of Equestrian and Endurance Royal Union organized the most prominent racing event of the year – HM The King’s Cup Endurance Ride Championship.

The successful results of the King’s Cup attracted a wave of positive feedback and commendations for HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Representative of HM the King for Charity Work and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Supreme Council of Youth and Sports (SCYS), and Honorary President of the Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation (BREEF), and

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Leader of the Royal Endurance Team. HH has expressed his delight at the Royal team’s winning of the top three titles of the Endurance Cup. Held last February 8 at the Bahrain International Endurance Village, the King’s Cup has met with challenging weather conditions but this has not impacted the outcome, which wasThe a stellar performance by the victorious team riders was spearheaded by awardwinning Fahad Helal Al Khatri, and Dana Al Binghader, with the participation of the UAE and Qatari riders. Their persistent efforts were praised

by HH Shaikh Nasser.

The exciting battle took place in five stages. The first set

began with 30km, followed by an identical stage of 30km.

The second is over 30km, followed by 20km for the fourth and another 20km for the fifth and final phase.

Shaikh Duaij bin Salman Al Khalifa expressed his delight at the Royal Team for winning the prestigious cup title cup which was the result of fruitful efforts and preparations of the riders and the horses. As for the technical standards, Shaikh Duaij said that the competition was thrilling and joyful, as riders traded positions in each round, adding which added to the competition’s strength.

He added that the Royal Endurance team has trained for all probabilities and have set suitable plans in order to cope with each stage

and the team succeeded in applying this strategy, which has led them to victory.

Al Khalidiya Stables captain Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa affirmed the importance of the King’s Cup, noting that the race represents an opportunity for the riders to participate and showcase their skills. He emphasized the remarkable development achieved by Bahraini riders led by Shaikh Nasser, which has pushed the sport to new heights.

Furthermore, the large participation from the Royal Endurance team, local stables, and prominent guest - UAE Knights, shows that endurance racing is a well-loved sport in Bahrain.

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CRICKET

T20WORLD CUP THE GRAND STAGE OF ELECTRIFYING CRICKET Fans around the world anticipate the start of the most exciting cricket tournament in the world!

WINNER

INDIA

RUNNER UP PAKISTAN

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conditions. Defending Champions, Sri Lanka enter this tournament as underdogs. The team to watch, this time around, is New Zealand. The Black Caps have a team full of power hitters and good all-rounders. 2012 Champions, the West Indies are also a dangerous outfit, and are a force to reckon with at the match. Current World Champions in the 50 overs format of cricket, Australia, are also at the peak of their performance. Other two test playing nations, South Africa and England also have formidable squads. However, their performance in the sub-continent has historically been dull owing to the slow pitches of their team. Up and coming Asian team Bangladesh and new comers Afghanistan are also waiting to show their talent.

T20 Cricket is regarded as a batsmen’s game. In the last few years, bowlers have improved a lot to try and gain the upper hand over batsmen. In this version of cricket, one player can change the entire result of the game.

Sometimes breathtaking fielding performances or poor decisions of umpires may cost a strike. The stage is set for an electrifying tournament.

Fans from around the world are ready to witness the dashing and bashing of world class cricket. Let’s enjoy it together!

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ricket fans all around the world, eagerly awaited the start of the T20 World Cup. By the time you read this article, it is likely that the tournament maybe all over.

However, I am pretty sure that the memories of March 8 th to April 3 rd will not be forgotten for a long time.

This year, India hosted the Sixth T20 Cricket World Cup. The International Cricket Council (ICC) introduced T20 Cricket to make the game more popular and globally accepted.

Without a doubt, they have succeeded in achieving their target.

This year’s competition has ten teams battling it out to win the ultimate prize - The T20 Cricket World Cup. Eight of these teams are selected based on the ICC T20 rankings. The remaining two teams have to qualify from the playoffs.

These ten teams are divided into two groups. The first two teams in each group will progress to the semi-finals, with the winners of each semi-final taking part in the finals.

This time around, there are no favorites to win the World Cup. Host nation India would have a psychological home-soil advantage.

They are a well-balanced team with a blend of experience and youth.

The other three South Asian sides Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh can also do well in sub-continent playing

DUSHANT KANCHANA is a cricket fan.

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SRI LANKAA

RUNNER UP INDIA

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THROW THE

DARTS This traditional pub game is slowly becoming more popular in Bahrain with the formulation of the Darts League.

D

arts is a form of throwing game in which small missiles are thrown at a circular dartboard fixed to the wall. Though various rules and boards have been used in the past, the term “darts” usually refers to a standardized game involving a specific board design and set of rules.

Darts were historically used in warfare in ancient history, its shape and size being similar to miniature javelins. It was the practice of this skill that made this develop into a game.

Aref Murad, “the dartsman of Bahrain”, is hoping to reignite the sport by founding the Darts League. The sports-mad Bahraini is the proud owner of Darts Bay in Umm Al Hassam, the only niche darts retail outlet in the Middle East. The store opened on December 2012, after overwhelming requests from his online business www. bahraindarts.com which has been selling darts merchandise since 2009.

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all skill levels, from beginners to people who have played all their lives”.

What is gratifying for Aref, who has also traveled around the world to play darts, is that hot-shot darts players know him and what he’s trying to do for the island. He met 16-time world champion Phil Taylor, two-time PDC World Darts Champion Adrian Lewis and Paul Nicholson who has heard of him and what he’s trying to do for the local darts scene.

Aref says that during the 1980’s and early 1990’s, the sport was very popular in Bahrain and hotels held monthly competitions. In recent years, these events have been few and far between with the majority of the island’s darts action taking place at expat clubs such as the British Club, Rugby Club, and Dilmun Club although interest in the sport has taken off again in recent months. Says Jason Smith, a dart enthusiast “There’s some great dart players in Bahrain and thanks to people like Aref, we have the chance to come together and play”. Aref believes that the reason darts is so popular globally is because it appeals to “the average man in the street. It’s not hugely expensive, it’s accessible, fun, and there’s no age limit”.

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EQUIPMENT

A regulation board is 17 ¾ inches (451 mm) in diameter and is divided into 20 radial sections.

Each section is separated with metal wire or a thin band of sheet metal. The best dartboards have the thinnest wire, so that the darts have less chances of hitting a wire and bouncing out. The numbers indicating the various scoring sessions of the board are also normally made of wire, especially on tournament quality boards. The wire ring on which the numbers are welded can be turned to facilitate even wear of the board. The “optimal” dartboard penalizes inaccuracy in a player.

Illumination should be arranged to brightly illuminate the dartboard and minimize shadows of thrown darts. The main supply for illumination should be protected against accidental piercing, or placed away from the board.

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Initially, the missiles were simply cut down arrows or crossbow bolts. Now plastic darts where the shaft and flight are separate are now used. Modern darts have

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four parts: the points, the barrels, the shafts, and the flights. The steel points come in two common lengths, 32 mm and 41 mm and are sometimes knurled or coated to improve grip. Others are designed to retract slightly on impact to lessen the chance of bouncing out.

For competitive purposes, a dart cannot weight more than 50g including the shaft and flight and cannot exceed a total length of 300mm.

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Height- The dart board is hung so that the centre of the bulls eye is five foot eight inches (1.73 mm) from the floor. This is considered eye level for a six-foot man.

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The Bahrain Darts League Season 2015-2016 started on November 2015 and was played every Monday night in different venues sponsored by the teams.

The league is in its 3rd season and would like to be known as the most regulated and organized Darts League in the region.

TEAMS

Bahrain Darts Team

Amwaj Marina A and B

Falcons A and B

Karavali Friends Bahrain

Filipino Darts Team

Hangover Darts Team

British Club Darts Team

Black Cobra

Wolf Pack Darts Team

Gulf Air Darts Team

Final Match: March 14 2016 British Club Team vs. Filipino Darts Team Grand Champion: British Club Team

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4 follow through until your hand is pointing at your target

3 Push forword, moving at the elbow, releasing the dart two - third of the way through your throw

Center of Bull = 5’ 8”

2 Start with your forearm perpendicular to the ground and the dart in front of your face. Dont draw it back by your ear 1

Point your elbow directly at the dartboard.

Hold the dart with a light grip only on the barrel

FLETCHING

SHAFT

BARREL

TIP

“Oche” is 7’ 9.25” from board.

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EXERCISE

BURPEES

LOVE ‘EM OR HATE ‘EM

HOW TO DO BURPEES

Burpees are becoming a quite popular form of exercise in the island at the moment. The reason being if you can’t do an obstacle in the XDubai Spartan Race, your penalty is 30 burpees. Here we break down how to do burpees right and how to benefit from this exercise.

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his underrated form of exercise deserves more of an audience.

Burpee conditioning will crank up the intensity of your fitness training. Its one of the most efficient, functional exercises you can do. It virtually works every muscle in the body, which means you can burn more calories in a lot less time.

A few minutes of Burpee conditioning will quickly convince you that your own natural bodyweight provides plenty of resistance for an ass-kicking workout that blasts your stamina and fat loss through the roof. It develops strength, explosive power, and anaerobic endurance.

Since burpees require nothing more than your own bodyweight, you can

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seriously do them anywhere.

As a full-body exercise, it is used in strength training and aerobics. The basic movement is performed in four steps and is known as a four-count burpee.

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Begin in a standing position.

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Drop into a squat position with your hands on the ground (Count 1).

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Kick your feet back, while keeping your arms extended, then do a push up (Count 2).

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Immediately return your feet to the squat position (Count 3).

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Jump up from the squat position (Count 4).

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Add a little clap for pizzaz!

Repeat moving as fast as possible. You should maintain a fast pace for this exercise. Strive for maximum height with each jump. Most athletes will average between 12 and 15 repetitions per 30 seconds.

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KHK-MMA’S JOSE

“SHORTY” TORRES WOWS IN PROFESSIONAL DEBUT KHK MMA’s Bantam Weight picked up his first win in professional Mixed Martial Arts defeating Travis Taylor in Washington.

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JOSE TORRES MMA FIGHT RECORD RECORD BY YEAR AND BY PROMOTION Please go to http://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/fighters/44900-jose-torres

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horty (25-1 Amateur, 1-0 Pro), a former two-time IMMAF Bantamweight gold medalist, made his much anticipated professional debut defeating Travis Taylor (7-5 Amateur, 0-0 Pro) at Titan FC 37 on the 4th of March in Ridgefield Washington.

The fight was the first bout that evening and was aired

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Shorty was looking to stand and trade with Taylor but the latter used his reach advantage, circulating and landing some inside leg kicks. Shorty managed to cut the distance, pressuring Taylor against the fence before breaking him down.

From there, it was only a matter of time. I felt great in there.

I waited patiently for an opening and waited for the finish, Shorty said.

The much experienced Torres sank in a ruthless guillotine choke, similar to the choke that won him his second Gold Medal at the Amateur World Championships forcing his opponent to tap. The official time came at 2:09 of the opening round. After a long-awaited debut, the world’s most accomplished amateur mixed martial arts fighter has proven himself in one of the sport’s premier promotions.

It was a privilege and

honor to put on a show, Shorty says. He adds It was an awesome experience to walkout for @TitanFighting and get my pro debut repping @KHK_MMA and my supporters.

After Mlambo and Gallagher, Torres is now the third Amateur world champion fighting out of KHK MMA to successfully transition to the professional leagues. This is only the start for a talented and dedicated individual like Shorty.

After earning his university degree (Leadership and Sports and Exercise Science at McKendree University) and being drafted by HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa’s team; the KHK prospect is fully devoted to his professional career.

Shorty transitioned to the professional Mixed Martial Arts Scene with 25 straight amateur wins, 2 World Championships, and an arsenal of skills that earned him the reputation the “Baddest Amateur on the Planet”. He is predicted to be a Top 10 UFC contender within two years.

JOSE “SHORTY” STATS Name: Jose Torres Nickname: “Shorty” Age: 23 Last Weigh-In: 135.5 lbs.

Height: 5’4” Reach: 66.0” Born: United States Affiliation: Combat-do Foundation Style: Karate

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DYNAMIC MOVEMENT TRAINING (DMT)

via 3-dimensional exercise.

The idea behind the Dynamic Movement Training (DMT) is that the body should be able to move within a three-dimensional multi-plane; while maintaining a healthy body and mind with all natural movement patterns.

3. DMT builds energy in day-to-day activity as one becomes stronger and more efficient in movement.

GROUP TRAINING

They say that no man is an island; and it is true that in collaborative work, mankind has achieved so much over the centuries. But can this same mindset be applied to fitness? Read on to find out.

Since the beginning of time, people used to develop their bodies with the purpose of hunting, protecting their clan and surviving. They were faster, stronger, more athletic and leaner; being able to move for more than 5000 meters, sprinting to catch their own food, even building shelters or cutting down trees. For our ancestors, the concept of exercise was completely different as they use it for life.

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4. It improves functional strength, aerobic endurance and functionality all at the same time.

1. It utilizes the body’s natural movement patterns

5. Due to the demanding nature of DMT style movements, energy expenditure is very high and is therefore great for fat loss.

FREESTYLE GROUP TRAINING (FGT)

everybody will have a range of training options to choose from.

FGT is a 30 minute class which is mainly done with bodyweight as much as with freestyle equipment. This workout program looks for maximum effectiveness, increasing the outcomes of the training with less time expended. It has three different streams specially designed and prepared for all types of people, background and fitness levels, with specific progressions and regressions from every exercise, providing the possibility of progression inside the workout class.

These can be classified into High Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T), Power and Strength. This way,

These new classes that are starting in every Fitness First Club are headed by qualified and well-trained instructors who will help you improve your overall strength, power, stamina, fitness level and functional activation for the daily lifestyle, just because it recruits the whole body as a machine where every piece counts on a process of evolving the cardiovascular system, as muscular and neural systems (as a synergy of movements) evolving to a whole new level of fitness.

There are five key points in DMT:

FREESTYLE

2. It involves the entire body working together to challenge the person.

The structure of every stream is standard across all gyms. It starts with an introduction of the initial set up, overview, benefits and

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ENDURANCE RACE

safety, progressing to the mobilisers which are four different warm-up exercises as preparation, depending on the stream to be developed. The main part is the workout and concludes with the finisher where a challenge is proposed in

the form of a two-minute continuous workout, moving straight after to the cool down with the transition part with stretches and mobilization action for the main muscles used during the workout.

HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING (H.I.I.T.)

This stream delivers a rate of 30 second-workout and 30 second-rest provided in a format of superset training with a moderate amount of load. This workout stream will give everybody a funny and challenging way of fitness progression with only a pair of equipment and short time expenditure.

With a High Intensity Exercise Program we are looking for an improvement of the heart and lung function, burning more calories and torching the fat mass all over your body.

POWER This stream provides an optimal athletic performance as an explosive enhancement, focusing on a short term and heavy work load with longer rest periods (as 20 second-workout and 40 second-rest in between), where there are four main exercises with heavy loads involved, and a progression for plyometric exercise as a way of developing excellence in jumping, throwing and

STRENGTH The basis of this body functional strength workout is the muscular endurance and a promotion of the lean muscle with a load effect, performing under pressure with a heavy load producing a low to medium repetition, achieving fatigue as a work type, which should be worked until the limit of resistance, with big periods workout and short term rest as a ratio of 45:15 seconds designed on a form of superset having every block of exercises in a 4 minute duration.

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sprinting.

The main focus that is felt in this kind of workout is the fact that people improve their athletic and explosive movements, developing the way for skeletal muscle contractions through the process of Motor Unit where the muscle neuron and muscle fibers are activated, shortening the muscle fibers each time generating faster and more powerful contractions.

achieved, the load will be pushed a bit farther every day.

For more information: Gonçalo Oliveira – Personal Trainer Fitness First – Juffair Mall Branch

The main purpose of this workout is the development of the muscular endurance and the optimization of the lean muscle (Muscular Hypertrophy). Once this is

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PROFILE

LESSONS FROM THE PROS PRE RACE

TRIATHLON’S

RISING STAR

At 17 years old, Abdulla Attiya is more than just a rookie. Having been invited to the legendary Bahrain Endurance Team and to participate in TriYAS Abu Dhabi, the sports community is beginning to see his mettle and paying attention. PowerUp sits with the triathlete to see how this whole experience has been for him

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eing surrounded by professional athletes who are world champions and Olympic medalists has not daunted Abdulla Attiya one bit. He too, has proven some things.

At 17, he is the youngest pro-athlete to be invited to TriYAS Abu Dhabi, where the age of pro-athletes start at 25.

He was first place in the 2016 Kuwait Duathlon. He won the gold medal in the Asian Cross-Country Championship and he placed 2nd overall in his age group at the ITU World Triathlon in Abu Dhabi, and that’s only for this year!

A few years ago, he was racing the triathlon circuit for fun with competitors in his own age group. Now he

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is competing against top professional athletes, and with the way he’s going, it’s not going take long for him to be a top athlete himself.

What has boomeranged Abdulla into this perfect vortex of talent and opportunity is his commitment to achieve the goals that he has set for himself. He wants to represent Bahrain in the 2020 Olympic games, to become #1 in Asia, and to finish Top 20 in the world. Furthermore, he wants to retain the title of Arab champion.

BAHRAIN’S OWN

Perhaps it is this discipline and dedication to the sport that has led him to be chosen in the elite team of athletes handpicked by HH Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa famed for their exploits in world competitions as well as for their podium wins. The first Bahraini member of the

development team, Abdulla will be coached and trained by world class champions, an opportunity other athletes would give an arm and a leg for!

Abdulla was selected to be part of the team because he already has a competitive edge in sports at his age. He is also very professional and committed to his training, as well being a good example for Bahraini youth.

Unlike other kids his age who socialize or hang out, Abdulla is strictly focused on his studies and on his training. He says “My training partners are like my brothers”.

Furthermore, the fact that he posts all of his sporting exploits online allow him to be a positive inspiration to other young people. This stems in part from his mother who he says “is the wind in my sail”, and adds that “She’s extremely proud of me”.

EXPLOSIVE POTENTIAL

This young prodigy has the talent and skill necessary to be the number one athlete in the Middle East and to

Early breakfast 3 hours before the race starts Measure the course and visualize what you have to go through Sit down and convince your body that it will go through pain on that day Give your all during the race

POST RACE

Recover Find time to reflect on what have you learned during the race and what areas you have to improve

become a Middle Eastern ambassador for the sport. He will be sent overseas to train with Christopher “Macca” Mccormack at Thanyapura later this year. The Bahraini local team will also be coached by Eric Watson, the captain of the Development Team, and David Plese.

WHAT IT’S LIKE TO JOIN THE ELITE TEAM

Abdulla has had the opportunity of the lifetime being part of this elite team.

He used to meet with the team members before he was selected in the team last February in his visit to Dubai during the IRONMAN 70.3 race. He has had numerous opportunities to take valuable lessons from the team. One of the important things that he has learned is to give your all during the race and afterwards to recover and reflect on areas for improvement.

Abdulla is one of the rising stars that we will watch out for. Who knows where he’ll be in a few years time?

Congratulations Abdulla!

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101 - YOUR FIRST TRY

Becoming a triathlete is a lot easier than you think.

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stablished triathletes everywhere will have you believe that what it takes to do a triathlon involves 5am alarms, strict diets and weekly 100-mile bike rides.

And while it is true that winning an Ironman takes this kind of singular focus, completing your local sprint race in a reasonable time is far more manageable.

HERE’S WHY A sprint distance triathlon is a 500-750m swim, followed by a 20km bike ride and a 5km run. These are completed back-to- back and your

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transition time counts towards your total time. You can reach the finish line of a sprint race with a training plan that builds even the most inactive individual up to about one hour of exercise a day over three to six months.

BREAKING DOWN THE TRIATHLON First, you need to be comfortable in the water and learn how to swim.

Some races take place in pools and others in lakes or the ocean. If you are uncomfortable in the water, choose a race with a pool swim and take lessons. The cycling portion can be done on any bike. A better bike will buy you a faster bike split, but if you are there to finish who cares? Let the pros ride their $10,000 bikes and be content to make it through the 20km on your old commuter. In training, you will only need to go 5-10km further than the race distance so build up to that over the months. The run is the last discipline and will certainly test your fitness, but run/walking is also an option. As with cycling, you will only need to build up to the race distance or slightly further in training.

So if you are a complete beginner, start with a run/

walk program and build up from there.

FIND YOUR OWN TRAINING ZONE I recommend following a training plan to take the thinking out of the process.

You do not want to be deciding every morning what you are doing for training. That should be predecided by someone who knows what they are doing.

All you have to do is commit to the process. This is the part that often proves to be the most difficult.

always try to find a way to get out of physical work.

Know this ahead of time so you don’t buy into the crap as it comes at you.

Sports is by definition physical. And so my best advice for the wouldbe triathlete looking for inspiration comes from my favourite goddess herself Just Do It.

The crux of the matter lies here: do not be fooled by the ripped bodies you see on TV during the Ironman Race in Hawaii.

A sprint triathlon is not a difficult mountain to climb.

The hardest part is getting yourself motivated to the process day after day, week after week.

And this bring me to the final piece of advice for the would-be triathlete;

DO NOT BELIEVE YOUR OWN NEGATIVITY Your problems are not special. When your alarm goes off for your morning run and the vultures start circling in, do not stop to think, just do. Your mind will

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HLON TRIATHLON

SPORTS & FITNESS SARA GROSS

PhD is a 2x Ironman Champion, a coach and a mom.

303 - ADVICE FOR TRIATHLETES With Ironman season well on its way, here are some advice from a world-class triathlete for people who are crazy about triathlon.

After twelve years as a professional triathlete and two Ironman wins, I am happy to say that I have learned a few things about training. This is not because I learned it from my coaches.

As an athlete, I was a terrible listener and had to learn everything the hard way, by trial and error, success and failure.

Years later, I humbly offer my advice hoping you won’t make the same mistakes I had.

LEAVE THE COACHING TO THE COACHES

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Chose a coach that you trust because he or she has a good track record at getting people to their desired goals. Then sit back and trust that coach. Do not revisit that decision until the season is over.

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BELIEVE IN YOUR PLAN

Once your coach is chosen and the plan is in place, your success or failure is dependent on how much your believe in the plan. If you aren’t 100% “in” then you probably chose the wrong coach. You need to believe that your plan is working.

GO HARD WHEN IT’S TIME TO GO HARD AND GO EASY WHEN IT’S TIME TO GO EASY

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Many people fall into the trap of training in the grey zone, not hard enough for a really good training effect and not easy enough to recover from your hard efforts. Getting this right always starts with going slow. Even though my

Ironman Race pace is 4.15/ km, I still do my easy runs at 6min/km. Then, when it’s time to go hard, I have plenty in the tank for my fast track workouts.

YOU 4 WHAT EAT REALLY MATTERS If you are doing a big volume of training, say 1520h/week, try to get a few calories in within15mins of a hard session. Make sure your diet includes plenty of fruit and veg and other healthy carbohydrates as well as a variety of protein sources and healthy fats.

TRAINING WITH OTHER PEOPLE MAKES YOU FASTER

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Some people are resistant to training in groups. They see themselves as lone wolves or their schedules

don’t allow for a lot of flexibility. The truth is that most people go faster when other people are there to push them. Plain and simple.

TRAINING WITH OTHER PEOPLE CAN BURN YOU OUT

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That said, if you are training with other people day in, day out and going hard all the time without enough recovery, you will burn yourself out. Make sure you do those easy spins easy (see #3) and this might mean you have to do them on your own. With a little luck and by following this simple advice, you can avoid a few pitfalls, learn from my mistakes and reach your triathlon goals quickly.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Sara Gross, PhD is a 2x Ironman Champion, a coach and a mom. She is also a producer and presenter for wispsports.com and the one the newest members of the Bahrain Endurance 13 Team. She lives in Victoria, Canada and wishes she had a dog.

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INNOVATION

SPORTS & FITNESS

When it comes to triathlon and cycling products in particular, innovation and customisation is always on top of the list for market leaders. Simply keeping up to date with all the innovation is a challenge in itself. This exponential curve of new product creation has given birth to almost all of the ‘eye- candy’ that you see in the TriLife store today.

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ZIPP NSW WHEELSET The all new Zipp NSW Carbon Clincher (404 and 808) offers a new rim shape with greater aerodynamic efficiency and reduced side force as well as new hubs for increased durability and less drag. So as far as wheelsets go, Zipp has managed to improve on every front. The Axial Clutch mechanism, made possible through the use of magnets, is by far the most impressive development in the wheels. Zipp wheel prices starting around BHD550 www.zipp.com/wheels

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CYCLING GEARS

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CUSTOM BUILDS

SRAM RED ETAP Wireless shifting is here. The revolutionary SRAM Red eTap is now available at TriLife and boy oh boy is it something to behold. More shift options, no wires, no fuss. SRAM says that a bicycle is supposed to be simple and we tend to agree.

So simply adding high-tech stuff to a bike isn’t an advancement. SRAM believes that to make something elegant to the point where it removes what’s in the way is the true meaning of advancement. And what better way to do that other than to remove shift cables and wires completely?

RRP – BHD720 www.sram.com

Are you someone who wants to ride something that no one else does? Something special.

Something exclusive. Customising your bicycle has become a very popular worldwide trend and in some parts of the world, it has become a high end form of ‘showboating’ and status.

TriLife offers you the opportunity to customise a bicycle built to whatever specification you desire.

Build a bike according to your budget or build a dream machine that only exists in your mind. You can choose anything from wheels, to frame and groupset. If it is a limited edition Colnago C60, with Zipp 808 NSW wheels, SRAM eTap and full custom Lightweight bars that you want, then so be it. The sky truly is the limit.

For more information Trilife Sports +973 7733 3777

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CERAMICSPEED

ON RUNNING SHOES

A lot of people think that a power meter is something that is going to make their bike better or make them faster. But this is not entirely true. A power metre is essentially a training buddy. It allows you to follow training programs better, gauge your efforts, learn more about your riding style and measure your progress. At TriLife we have power metres in many different forms such as; GarminVector pedals, Quarq cranks and Rotor power metres.

Power cranks like Quarq make use of very delicate torque sensor or strain gauges that pick up the torsion in the crank arm allowing it to provide a power (watt) reading.

A brand that has been around for a while, but is now taking the local cycling scene by storm. When it comes to ‘free speed’, Ceramicspeed has it dialled to perfection. Ceramicspeed products are quite possibly one of the most ultimate upgrades that you can make to your racing machine – for that reason, all TriLife employees are full kitted.

Ceramicspeed is a brand that provides a high performance option for all the bearings in your bicycle, including the chain. This means that every moving part can now be smoother than you could ever imagine. Saving watts and adding speed. www.ceramicspeed.com

Ever run on a cloud? Well you can now. ON’s running cloud technology allows you to land soft and push off hard. When you land, the little clouds are designed to collapse to give you the softest landing possible. The clouds then grip and reform, allowing you to push off firmly. ON Running says that the Clouds act like tiny stability balls, responding to every movement of your foot. These balls, aka Clouds, activate your postural muscles and enable you to stabilize your foot strike without artificial support, putting you back in control. www.on-running.com

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PROFILE

DAVID PLESE Making it to the top is a commitment. David Plese is one such example of a committed athlete.

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avid is a Slovenian protriathlete who is also a member of the famed Bahrain Endurance 13.

When we met up with David, he was en route to training for IRONMAN South Africa. His big dream is to qualify for the IRONMAN World Championships in Kona, and from the points that he acquired last year, from racing around the world, he is sure to qualify again. At the moment, he is already 15 th in the world.

David’s first IRONMAN win is in Barcelona, where he set a new course record. And he is “crazy” enough to do three IRONMAN races in one month. He confessed that he will not be doing that anytime again soon. However, the experience and training it has provided served him in good

aiming to find a cure for people with spinal injury. He says it is nice to be able to run for people who can’t.

When asked what his advice is for aspiring triathletes, David says, stick to the routine, build up at home, stick to your diet, and stay hydrated. For athletes who have to travel to participate in races, here is David’s common-sense advice: As soon as you get to the hotel, go out for a walk or an easy jog for 10-15 minutes. This will enable athletes just to situate themselves and get a good feel for the place they’re in. Also, a hot-cold shower will loosen stiff muscles.

You have to enjoy what you do; otherwise there is no point to it. stead in his next competitions.

David was 21 when he first did a triathlon inspired by watching the 2004 Athens Olympics. Within two years, he was racing for Slovenia on the ITU circuit. With only four years of swim training, he also became the 1500m national swimming champion. In July 2013, he was the Slovenian triathlon champion for Olympic distance (1.5 km swim, 40 km bike, and 10 km run).

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David says Every race I go to, I run as if I’m going to win.

His strategy is pacing himself and keeping calm.He always takes it easier on the first part—and goes down with everything he has on the second part. Because he says, on the last block, everybody is struggling. But if he can sustain the same performance that he has had, he will be able to make it.

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RUNNERS WITH A

HEART The Bahrain Road Runners Association is an iconic and important part of Bahrain street culture, and have been for many years.

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he Bahrain Road Runners Association is the island’s biggest running group which also supports local and international charities with each year’s surplus from entries. Also, the membership and sponsorship payments are used to give back to the community.

The roots of BRR go back to the 1970’s when the expatriate community got together with the intent of organizing races for running enthusiasts in Bahrain. The club was initially known as the Bahrain Striders organizing several races from a short to a full marathon.

Since then the group has regularly organized a series of popular races within the Kingdom including the aquathlon, grand prix series, half marathon, duathlon, cross island race, a full marathon, and 10km runs. They also hold regular training runs, bike rides and junior events throughout the year to which everyone is welcome.

Races are held in various venues including Sofitel, the Ritz Carlton Hotel, Hamala Beach and many more.

Today, BRR has more than 500 members and hosts many events annually around the Kingdom of Bahrain. These events attract a total of

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over 10,000 runners a year.

The current chairman, Khalifa Al Najim has moved BRR to a higher level when online registration for all events has become the norm. Khalifa has proposed many more events that inspired the community. Some of the more popular events that he came up with was the Water Run at the Ritz Carlton on the 18th of September 2015 and the Color Me Bahrain Run on the 22 nd of January 2016. During these events, the number of participants exceeded the limit. The organizers had to unleash runners in groups of 100 at a time. These events are now part of Bahrain’s street history and the Bahrain Road Runners have more to offer.

BRR has grown bigger over the past 40 years, from a local running club to a regional champion of the running movement, and its efforts and events serve all runners and active individuals.

Former BRR Chairman, Tariq Al Gossaibi said A strictly volunteer run organization, BRR has come a long way since its inception. The record breaking participation in almost all of its events organized in the recent past indicates a definite increase in the level of love and awareness for sports within the community.

The future of BRR and its impact on sports in the Kingdom of Bahrain will continue to be written for years to come.

For more information: www.bahrainroadrunners.com

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MEET THE CLUB

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Khalifa Al Najem President, BRRA

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SMASHING ANOTHER

WORLD RECORD! Anke Brandt kite-surfs straight into another World Record! This fearless woman and her support team have braved unfamiliar waters to raise funds for Wings for Life, an organization that aims to find a cure for spinal cord injury.

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WATER SPORTS

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erman kite-surfer Anke Brandt discovered her passion for kitesurfing in the Kingdom of Bahrain, where she had been living and working in for the past four years. She holds a previous world-record for kite surfing when she kited her way around Bahrain on March 2014, covering 250 kilometers in 12 hours, leaving at 6am and completing the last kilometer at 6pm.

Anke’s second kite mission, spanning 17 hours goes over unfamiliar waters from Bahrain to Qatar. It was a breathless day and night as spectators all over the world watched their social media sites to follow news about this spectacular woman and her ambitious mission.

She was accompanied on this daring mission by her team on a support boat. “I believe that you’re only as strong as your team”, Anke said. The team includes two kite-surfers who are familiar with her equipment; Dr. Amy from In Touch Clinic; and a two-member photography team who captured footage of Anke during the course of the mission. The photographers are one of the key components in getting the approval from the Guiness Book of World

Records.

In addition to the team on the boat, four teammembers have been working behind the scenes to create buzz and inform people about the mission. “So that’s a team of 12 people for a one-day mission, who are doing this for free or very little money to cover their own costs,” Anke says.

Their journey began at Art Rotana, Amwaj Islands on March 17 at 4PM (GMT +3).

The goal of the mission was to raise $5,500 for Wings for Life, a charity organization that aims to make spinal cord injury curable through on-going research.

The initial aim of the Get Kite Mission—Kitesurf Arabia was to kite-surf 550 kms from Bahrain to the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. However, weather conditions prevented the team from doing so. “We tried to pick the perfect day but things can change and this time the weather moved in too fast so we had to make the call to stop at Doha”.

Captain Nabeel made the call to stop the mission at Doha, Qatar to avoid putting the team in any danger.

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PREPARATION FOR THE TRIP

Anke’s preparation for this spectacular mission included a mix of weight training and classes such as the Anti-Gravity yoga and Faszien training.

Aside from that, Anke did lots of training on open water. As Anke says, “It’s all about variety and trying to do different things.

Personal training pushed me to new highs on my fitness levels and helped me a lot to trust my body.

We can get so much more out of it than what we think”.

The boat the support crew rode on was a 2015 Majesty 48. It has safety equipment on board and was fully catered for the trip, equipped with satellite phones while Anke carried a tracking device. Two life rafts are also on board for emergencies.

ART Rotana provided training facilities and accommodation for Anke and her team as they prepared to take on the new challenge.

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ANOTHER GUINNES BOOK RECORD Intense training over the past year has left Anke in top physical condition which enabled her to overcome the physical strain of the challenge.

“I’m feeling great now and was very surprised at how my body felt during the entire trip” Following the experience, Anke is confident that she would like to try kiting the distance to Abu Dhabi again. “There were many lessons we learned and there was the likelihood that the first time wouldn’t work out because there were so many factors playing the part”.

The record is now to be approved by the Guinness Book of World Records through footage and photographic evidence. Anke says “This is the greatest experience of my entire life. It’s going to take a lot to top this!”

Anke with her team

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KITESURFING

KITESURFING 101 Kitesurfing in Bahrain started in 1999-2001 with 4 or 5 expatriates who discovered the sport.

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kate Shack was already involved with windsurfing, wakeboarding and fun kites including kite bugies so it was only natural for them to get involved with kitesurfing.

Even with only a handful of potential customers, they thought this new sport would add a new flavor to the shop and perhaps grow.

It did quickly gain popularity with some Western expats and developments in the

construction anddesign of the kites made it a little safer with better performance and stability.

The only kitesurfing spots available in Bahrain at the time was AlJazira beach on the west of the island until Durrat beach was discovered by the kitesurfing group. That then became the only place to go to kitesurf because it has favorable winds most of the year, a nice clean beach and a kind of romance with no buildings or construction around anywhere.

This was to be short lived when construction on Durrat started and the beach was closed off to the public. At the same time as developers closed Durrat off to kitesurfers, Amwaj islands welcomed them with open arms and even provided gate passes to use a finished part of the development.

SkateShack has been in Amwaj ever since, kitesurfing and teaching people to kitesurf.

KITESURFING STAGES

LAUNCHING AND LANDING THE KITE. To launch and land a kite, you will have to master how to walk while flying it. To be able to maneuver in the water, you would also have to be proficient in flying with one hand as well as knowing how to use the emergency release.

BODYDRAGGING This involves flying in the water and allowing the kite to drag you through the water. Your instructor will teach you how to body drag upwind and how to relaunch the kite from the water.

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WATER START

KITE FLYING

Using the kites power to pull you onto the plane using the kiteboard you can now ride upwind and turn on the water.

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As a child, most of us have flown a small kite of some kind. Using any 2 line kite can improve kite control. The Kitesurf training kite is a small foil kite with two lines and a control bar. Steering, hand position, muscle memory and control are taught on this kite.

SETUP OF THE LEADING EDGE INFLATABLE (LEI) KITE. Learning how to set up your LEI will teach you about wind theory (upwind, downwind) safety systems, beach awareness and kite design. This is essential for when you already own your equipment.

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BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO SUP It’s watersport season! And what better way to welcome it than through a paddle boarding challenge? Paddle Sports Marine gave us a lesson in paddle boarding to prepare us for different adventures in the months to come.

EQUIPMENT The Paddleboard Paddleboards come in all shapes and sizes.The most common ones are epoxy and fiberglass wrapped around an EPS foam core with one or several fins to help the board track in water. This is much thicker than your average surfboard.

The Paddle The general rule for the height of the paddle is that it should always be 6 to 10 inches above the height of the paddler (for easy paddling). The longer blade is for flat water use while the shorter blade is used in the surf. The blade is typically bent at a slight angle to the shaft for more forward reach when taking a stroke.

The Personal Flotation Device A life vest is only necessary when doing long-distance paddle boarding, or in a race. We were given life vests because we were a little scared since this is our first time to paddle, and also because we didn’t know how to swim.

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WATER SPORTS

BASIC PADDLING TECHNIQUES Use your paddle as a lever. Your top hand will be driving the lever and the bottom hand will act as the fulcrum point.

1 1 Keep your bottom arm straight and relatively still.

2 2 Pull your top arm toward your body to extend the paddle forward.

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forward and extend your reach.

4 4 Insert the paddle into the water as far forward as possible and bury the paddle into the water.

5 5 Rather than pulling your paddle through the water, pull past your paddle.

6 6 To make a turn, paddle on one side until you’ve reached your desired place. To turn faster, use the reverse end of the paddle.

Rotate your top shoulder

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1 1 Our paddleboard adventure has been called off once because it was raining and windy.

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Get on the board on your knees. You can start paddling at this point or try to stand up.

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Stand with your feet wide apart and bend your knees a little so that you can paddle

more easily and have better balance.

4 The paddleboard we were provided did not turn over and was stable even if we moved around a lot. Your instructor will not put you on a board that is not stable.

Trust that this is completely safe, you have your lifejacket, and can hold on to

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the board if by any chance you overturn. Just enjoy the experience.

We also tried Kayaking and we had so much fun!

“Two thumbs up! We definitely want to do this again!”

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Hussain and Ali of Paddle Sports Marine with the PowerUp Team at Lagoona Beach, Budaiya.

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SPORTS & BEYOND

DR. SAQER AL KHALIFA President, Bahrain Triathlon Association

CAN SPORTS MAKE YOU SMARTER?

We know that sports helps us in many ways, but how about in cognitive development?

Apparently, it is possible to make ourselves smarter through sports.

he brain functions because blood flows through it, but we do not recognize consciously that the better the blood flow through your brains, the smarter you become. Having said that, there is a way for every single one of us to increase our productivity.

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When you visit the doctor, before going in, the nurse would take you to the nursing room to check your blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, and so on to enable the doctor to understand how your body works. For athletic people, the heart rate is lower

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than for people who don’t exercise.

While our muscles seen by the naked eye do grow stronger and perhaps bigger with exercise, people generally forget that the heart is an actual muscle.

When training, people also work on strengthening the muscles of their hearts, even the size. So once your heart is lean and strong, it doesn’t need much energy or beats to pump your blood where it needs to go. Other people’s hearts might need two pumps to send the same amount of blood that your heart can pump in one.

It’s a proven fact that you perform worse in school

exams if you went in with a full stomach, It is because much of your energy will go to digesting your food: which prevents the rest of your body, including your brain, to get enough blood for performance. When your heart is strong, you will have a much better blood flow, which means your mental performance will become optimal.

Sports can be the best means to achieve your end. We can use sports, or simply an active lifestyle, to reach levels that we could not have reached before.

Unfortunately today, I see many people, older in their age, who claim that their

time of becoming active or doing sports has passed.

They, and the society we live in, see sports as something for the younger generation.

This is a big fallacy that needs to be changed. In fact the older individuals in society, those above the age of forty need to be more active than the younger ones. We cannot afford to simply state that we do not have time for sports.

This is a very bad way of viewing life. What we need to do is to strive to always become better, smarter, more productive, and more efficient. Sports will help us reach this milestone. www.saqeralkhalifa.com

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FITNESS

EXERCISE

4) DON’T SKIMP ON CARBS

TIPS It is hard to find the time to exercise, but in our stress-riddled world, it is also hard not to. Here are some tips that will help you get toned, fit and happy.

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2) BE CONSISTENT

Your body needs them to fuel a workout, so reach for fruit or high fiber crackers an hour beforehand. If you’re exercising for 90 minutes or longer, include some protein so that the carbs break down more slowly, giving you longer-lasting energy. Try low-fat cheese and crackers, trail mix, or half of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

No exercise program in the world will work if you don’t do it consistently. Sure, it’s hard to be consistent when you don’t see the pay-off immediately, but if you do your exercise, be it a daily walk, or 10 minutes of jogging every single day no matter what; you will soon see the results. Have faith!

7) JUMP-ROPE Jump rope is the best cardio workout ever. You’ll burn around 26 calories per minute, it’s that intense!

Although it takes timing, patience, and power, you’ll get in great shape just jumping rope 10 minutes a day.

5) USE THE BUDDY SYSTEM Find a friend or relative whom you like and trust, who also wants to establish a healthier lifestyle.

Encourage one another, exercise together. Use this as an opportunity to enjoy one another’s company and to get fitter.

1) DRESS FOR SUCCESS Wear comfortable, properly fitted sneakers or flat shoes with laces. Make sure your clothing is loose-fitting and will not constrict your movement. Also make sure it jives with the weather and the type of activity you will be doing.

3) SET REALISTIC GOALS Don’t strive for imperfection or an improbable goal that can’t be met. Focus instead on increasing healthy behaviors. For example, if you can’t do a 5km run just yet, make it a habit to walk 15 minutes a day and build up time, distance, and intensity from there. @powerupmag

6) DO BODYWEIGHT EXERCISES

8) PADDLE YOUR WAY TO FLATTER ABS Go kayaking to get a flat stomach—it’s ideal because much of your rowing power comes from your core. If you can’t go the water, you can mimic the movements of the kayak at home which will result in increased power for your core.

Most people don’t even try to get fit because they can never go to the gym.

If you’ve got floor space (and we’re sure you do!), try simple floor exercises to target areas such as the hips and buttocks, legs and thighs, and chest and arms (like push-ups, squats, and lunges).

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EVENT

BAHRAIN

BATTLE OF HEROES Under the patronage of HH Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Head of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports and the Bahrain Olympic Committee; the Bahrain Weightlifting Federation, in partnership with The Bahrain Olympic Committee is delighted to bring to the Bahraini public the first annual Battle of Heroes competition.

CULTIVATING THE CULTURE OF FITNESS

The Kingdom of Bahrain has always been a platform for aspiring athletes, successfully hosting a commendable array of fitness events and competitions like the annual Ironman triathlon, the XDubai Spartan Race, Mr. Olympia, and the Olympic triathlon. Continuing the tradition, the Bahrain Weightlifting Federation has brought you the first annual Battle of Heroes competition. The aim of this competition is to motivate all segments of society to participate and engage in healthy and beneficial physical activity that will help with further developing the sports culture amongst the general public and future generations. This will be done through showcasing the profound

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methods of incorporating Weightlifting, Powerlifting, Plyometrics, and Gymnastics training done at high intensity to increase the body’s metabolic capacity as opposed to everyday conventional workout routines. A large number of participating athletes, both local and international, will get to showcase their skills in this competition. All participants are affiliated with gyms and boxes and are professional trainers of fitness in the Kingdom and the GCC. Readers please, don’t try this at home!

QUALITY AND FAIR PLAY REGULATIONS

Each participant is tested for performance enhancing drugs such as anabolic steroids by the delegated committee from the Bahrain Drug Enforcement Administration. Once

cleared, participants will kick off the competition, overseen by certified judges, who will be assessing and coordinating the workouts in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the Bahrain Weightlifting Federation and the Bahrain Olympic Committee.

QUALIFIERS AND PRIZES

With a cap of 117 participating athletes, overseen by certified judges, 72 will qualify for the Semi Finals after three qualifier rounds, and out of the 72 athletes, 48 will make it to the Finals. The competition prize money totals USD 26,500 and medals and trophies will be distributed between the Top Three Finalists of each category.

Watch out for this incredible event happening on April 15-16, 2016!

PARTICIPATING LEVELS (DIVISIONS) FOR THE MAIN EVENT RX’d Males RX’d Females Scaled Males Scaled Females

DIVISIONS EXPLAINED RX’d: the athlete performs the workout using the prescribed weight and reps, for those who dare.

Scaled: to scale down the prescribed workout for beginners.

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DINING

HEALTH BENEFITS OF MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE A DIET RICH IN GARLIC, OLIVE OIL, AND VEGETABLES. THIS HAS LONG BEEN TOUTED BY HEALTH EXPERTS AS ONE OF THE SECRETS OF A HEART-HEALTHY LIFESTYLE.

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Mediterranean cuisine which is forged from the crossroads of three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa is a beautiful mix of healthy and delicious food. The result is a way of cooking and serving that has become popular across the Mediterranean and around the globe.

This kind of diet has garnered praise for its role in keeping the body healthy and for staving off chronic diseases, especially cardiovascular problems.

Fresh vegetables, fruit, legumes, low fat dairy products, fish, nuts, and seeds are the foundation of this cuisine. Other staples

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include olive oil, nuts, stuffed vegetables, and yogurt enhanced with herbs and spices instead of heavy sauces. The most common seasonings in Mediterranean cuisine include mint, parsley, oregano, garlic, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Parsley and mint aids in digestion with parsley being particularly rich in Vitamin K and antioxidants as well. Fresh fruits and vegetables are consumed in much larger portions than meat, and flat bread or pita is eaten at every meal.

Since saturated fat and cholesterol are only found in animal-based foods, the Lebanese diet is considered one of the healthiest in the world. Heart healthy fats

like monounsaturated and omega-3 fatty acids provided by olive oil and fish are its primary source of fats. Olive oil is also known to help control blood clotting and blood sugar levels. You also get protein in the form of legumes and fish instead of red meat and poultry.

Results from the Lyon Diet Heart Study, which analyzed the effects of diet on the coronary health of individuals who had already suffered a heart attack, found that patients placed on a Mediterranean diet showed a 50-70 percent reduction of having a second cardiovascular attack.

Following this type of diet can also benefit the health of your

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OF CARE For years renowned as a private care hospital, Awali has now opened its doors to the public but with the same consistent care and treatment you would expect from a dedicated health specialist.

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wali Hospital’s emphasis on effective communication and a stress-free environment sets it apart from other hospitals.

Their tagline, A Culture of Care means that each and every patient gets personalized service.

The staff of highly qualified general physicians and surgeons serves both in and outpatients. Modern facilities and dedicated staff combine to create a professional yet friendly atmosphere.

Patients will have no problem in getting admitted, and there are no long queues in line unlike in larger hospitals. This would mean immediate check-ups and speedier results. This also means that you have your results emailed right to your inbox: a feat that many hospitals or laboratories have not as yet achieved.

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like new light has been cast to the old building. Renovation has been made to make the hospital bigger and cheerier.

There is a new parking space that allows more visitors to enter. The once small hospital has now been expanded to house their 22 specialties. As Dr. Tariq says “It is pleasant to see the hospital being used”. With the expansion of its facilities, staff, and services, a wider and more demanding community can be cared for with ease. “We make people feel special,” Dr. Tariq says.

Dr. Tariq is planning for a five year growth of the hospital with a Cardiac Center opening just right next to the hospital promising new avenues for growth and expansion. Since the Cardiac Center will be a specialist hospital, any other operations that they need and don’t cater to, Awali can take care of.

Established over 60 years ago to serve the needs of Bahrain, Awali Hospital has constantly changed to suit the developing community, and tend to its needs. Proof of its massive growth are the figures in 2013, there were 30,000 visits in the hospital; in 2015, 50, 000.

There were 400 surgeries performed in 2013 and 860 in 2015. There was a 35% increase in Caesarian birth in the past two years. This figures show that the hospital is being more active in providing health care services to the island. This excellence in medical and nursing care has gained the hospital a respected reputation which is second to none.

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MIND & BODY

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE How common is cardiovascular disease especially in this country?

Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs) are disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Four out of five CVD deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes and this accounts for about 17 million deaths per year worldwide.CVD is a growing health problem in Bahrain and although we do not have an accurate estimate of its prevalence, according to data published by the World Health Organization in May 2014, 16% of the total deaths in Bahrain is due to CVD. The age adjusted death rate is 85.45 per 100,000 populations and this ranks Bahrain at 94th position in the world.

blood pressure and diabetes. They in turn cause early fatty deposition in the lining of arteries as well as the hardening of arteries. A balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables and oily fish can be protective. Cooking oil should be kept to the minimum and it is the quantity of oil that matters more than the type.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

DR. SYED RAZA Consultant Cardiologist and Physician Awali Hospital

Dr. Syed Raza, MD, MRCP, FRCP, CCT, FACC, FESC, PgMED, Edu, DipCard is a consultant cardiologist and physican at Awali Hospital.

What causes cardiovascular diseases?

The commonest risk factors for cardiovascular diseases are Diabetes Mellitus and smoking. While other causes are hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, sedentary life style and psychological stress.

What is the connection between high blood pressure and heart disease?

High blood pressure affects the heart mainly in two ways. It leads to the hardening of arteries supplying blood to the heart and also of arteries elsewhere in the body. In addition, since the heart has to pump blood against a greater pressure, this leads to the thickening of heart muscles which may eventually lead to heart failure and abnormal heart rhythm.

How is smoking and heart disease linked?

Smoking damages the lining of the arteries, leading to a build-up of fatty material (atheroma) which narrows the artery. This can cause angina, a heart attack or a stroke.The nicotine in cigarettes can lead to palpitation.

Smoking ‘shisha’ is equally or more harmful in some respects though many believe that it is a safer option.

Does diet play a part in the development of heart disease?

Unhealthy diet is an important risk factor for coronary artery disease. Diets rich in saturated fat and high in sugar or salt content lead to an increased risk of obesity, high cholesterol, high

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HEALTH EXPERT

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE from GULF DIABETES SPECIALIST CENTER

High blood pressure is a common condition that can eventually cause a multitude of health problems, including heart disease.

Though common and dreaded, steps can be taken to lower blood pressure and/or mitigate the effects of high blood pressure.

WHAT CAUSES HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? High blood pressure could be caused by many reasons, including genetics, gender (males are more susceptible than femaless), obesity, pregnancy, heart diseases, hormonal causes, renal (kidney-related), renovascular causes (vessels of the kidneys), and some drugs.

WHAT IS NORMAL BLOOD PRESSURE? Normal blood pressure varies between people, according to their age and the presence of other diseases. Usually it ranges from 120-130/ 70-80, or in other words it should be less than 130/80.

WHAT HEALTH PROBLEMS ARE ASSOCIATED WITH HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE?

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High blood pressure affects many organs in the body such as the heart, brain, kidneys, eyes, and limbs. Unfortunately, it causes ischemic heart disease, cardiomyopathy, heart failure, stroke, chronic kidney disease, retinopathy and sudden death, … etc.

grain, nuts, fish and poultry.

However, it should contain low-fat dairy products, less red meats and low in sweet or sugar-sweetened beverages.

HOW CAN HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE BE PROPERLY MANAGED? HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Checking blood pressure is a reliable method used to discover hypertension.

If more than two readings are high, then the patient is diagnosed to have highblood.

WHAT TYPE OF DIET SHOULD BE FOLLOWED

BY PEOPLE WHO HAVE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? Their dietary pattern should preferably be healthy, i.e. high in vegetables, fruits, whole

Patient education is the cornerstone of the treatment of hypertension.

Furthermore, lifestyle modification, such as a healthy and low salt diet, weight reduction, exercising, quitting smoking and alcohol, along with using antihypertensive medications, which should be prescribed by the doctor, will all aid in reducing the high blood pressure to its normal range. Additionally, consulting with the doctor to recheck blood pressure and screen for complications is crucial, in order to assure a healthy life.

ABOUT THE DOCTOR Gulf Diabetes Specialist Center is pleased to introduce Dr. Lubna Mohamed Hasan Kamaluddin, MD, ABIM, P.G.Dip. MSC. A graduate of Arabian Gulf University in Bahrain. Since her graduation she has been working at Salmaniya Medical Complex, the largest Tertiary Care Center in Bahrain. She received her training in Internal Medicine specializing in Diabetes and Endocrinology.

Dr. Lubna’s practice involves the care of diabetic patients who have Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and also gestational diabetes. Her practice extends to patients with hypertension and thyroid/ parathyroid disorders, pituitary and growth hormone disorders, as well as obesity and osteoporosis.

Dr. Lubna is certified by the ABIM, the Arab Board of Internal Medicine, for physicians practicing internal medicine. She earned her postgraduate diploma in Diabetes from Cardiff University, and followed this up with a Master’s in Healthcare Ethics and Law from the Royal Colleges of Surgeons, Dublin, Ireland.

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Department of Ophthalmology Consultation, Investigation, Surgery | 2nd Floor +973 17239171 Medical Specialties (screening & treatment): Diabetic Retinopathy Vitreous Hemorrhage and Intra Vitreal Injections Use of Pascal (Argon) & Zeiss (YAG) laser machines Treatment of Keratoconus with cross linking technology Glaucoma (raised intraocular pressure) Squint & diplopia Lacrimal (Tear) system diseases including dry eye and tear duct occlusion

Surgical Specialties: Suture-less Phacoemulsification (cataract) surgery Suture-less Retina & Vitreous surgery All options of keratoconus treatment All options of vision correction with the latest technology of LASIK, PRK and alternatives Corneal surgeries including partial (lamellar) and full (penetrating) grafts Surgical repair of Retinal Detachments and Macular Holes Cosmetic and Plastic eyelid surgeries (Oculoplasty) including Botox and Fillers Surgical repair of the tear duct system obstruction

International Visiting Physician Program: Pediatric Ophthalmic Consultant

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

EARTH DAY

RECYCLING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

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ecycling is the process of converting waste materials into reusable objects to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh, raw materials, energy usage, air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling) by decreasing the need for conventional waste disposal and lowering greenhouse gas emissions compared to plastic production.

Recycling is a major component of major waste reduction.

In Bahrain, you can apply for “free bins” to let your school, supermarket, compound, or apartment building be part of the “Recycling for Charity” program to contribute to the environment. nd

Reducing our waste leads to a cleaner and greener planet.

Let’s care for the environment to make it sustainable for future generations.

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COMBUSTED FOR ENERGY

52.8% DISCARDED

* based on 2013 MSW Characterisation report

• Reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators • Conserves natural resources such as timber, water, and minerals • Prevents pollution by reducing the need to collect new raw materials • Saves energy • Reduces greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global climate change • Helps sustain the environment for future generations • Helps create new well-paying jobs in the recycling and manufacturing industries

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GROOMING

Say Hello to BEAUTIFUL

HAIR

Long hair is hard to manage especially if its dry and frizzy and damaged from the sun, too much hairstyling, and coloring. PowerUp Magazine sat with the Head Stylist of Gloss Salon to know how to protect, treat, and nourish dry hair.

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any women dream of having glossy, silky hair.

But for most, that dream is far from achievable.

The reality for a lot of women who are on the go and who are very active is dry hair which is often put back in a ponytail.

Dry hair often stems from overwashing, or using a harsh shampoo which strips away your hair’s natural oils. It can also occur from

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blowdrying the hair too close to the scalp, which will leave it irritated and red; using too much heat in hairstyling from heated hair straighteners or curling irons; applying chemical treatments including dyes, perms, and relaxers or going from light to dark haircolor and bleaching the hair too much. All these things cause dryness and damage to the hair not to mention sun, wind, and dry hair; which is especially true for athletes.

When I came to the salon Carine Ziade, the Head Stylist of Gloss Salon, examined my hair to determine the extent of its damage. She told me that my hair was very dry and damaged (Level 2). She then outlined to me the ProFiber treatment by L’Oreal which offers a tailor-made in-salon solution for all levels of dry and damaged hair.

The ProFiber treatments are divided into three levels: 1) damaged cuticles (naturally dry); 2) damaged cuticles and cortex (dry and damaged); and 3) damaged cuticles and cortex (very dry and very damaged). The treatments, which are called Rectify, Restore, and Reconstruct consists of an in-salon treatment, a mask, and a recharge plus; a home care range so customers can follow the treatment at home.

First of all, I was given a shampoo

“... She then outlined to me the ProFiber treatment by L’Oreal which offers a tailor-made insalon solution for all levels of dry and damaged hair. ” using the Restore line of treatment.

Then Carine applied an ampoule with a concentrate of Aptyl 100 on the damaged areas of my hair which will help to reactivate it. Then, she applied the Regenerate Aptyl 100 on top of the concentrate and massaged it into the hair fibre which she says will give my hair a renewed look. After ten minutes, she rinsed my hair and blowdried it and asked me how I feel. I touched my hair first and said it feels softer, and stronger. She also showed me the comb and I saw there was no hair left, when I usually have so much hair fall after I brush my hair! Finally, my hair felt very thick and the hair shaft seemed very shiny.

PowerUp Verdict: This is awesome, awesome, awesome! I’ve never seen my hair look so good! Thank you Gloss Salon!

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SPORTS, HEALTH AND FITNESS

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If we don’t take care of our bodies, where will we live? Our body is our temple, and the place where our spirits are nurtured. Take care of it by making an effort to include fitness in your daily regime. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Horse Riding Try out the sport of kings in the many different stables located around the island.

Al Salam Horse Riding School Location: Maqaba, Manama Tel: +973 3968 7755 Awali Riding Club Location: Bapco Club, Awali Tel: +973 17756525

SPORTS LISTINGS Badminton A round or two of shuttlecock is sure to make the stress go away, and is a great way to reunite with friends. Try it here.

Bapco Badminton Club Location: Awali Tel: +973 17753666 The Indian Club Location: Zubara Avenue, Manama Tel: +973 17253157

Board Games Who says board games are not sports? Scrabble, chess, and monopoly are pretty awesome games.

Bahrain Board Game Club Location: Bapco Club, Awali Tel: +973 39461889

Bowling Another popular sport in this island, a game of nine or ten-pins is a perfect way to punctuate a great weekend.

Awali Bowling Center Location: Bapco Club, Awali Tel: +973 17753666 Bahrain Bowling Association Location: Manama Tel: +973 17822077 Busheri Bowling Center Location: Diplomatic Area Tel: +973 17292313 Dana Bowling Centre Location: Jidhafs Tel: +973 1755 8500 Funland Bowling Centre Location: Al Fateh Highway Tel: +973 17292313 Magic Planet Location: Bahrain City Centre, Seef District Tel: +973 1774 9499

Bahrain Riding Club Location: Barbar Village Tel: +973 17690448 Ozone Entertainment Centre Location: Sitra Mall Tel: +973 1774 9499

Basketball Football isn’t the only sport islanders and expats are crazy about in Bahrain. Basketball too, has legions of fans.

Dilmun Club Stables Location: Saar Tel: +973 17693766 Shakhoora Riding Center Location: Manama Tel: +973 17591103 Twin Palms Riding Centre Location: Maqaba, Manama Tel: +973 3968 7755

Bahrain Basketball Association Location: Manama Tel: +973 17741010 EZ Fit Sports Complex Location: Budaiya Tel: +973 17692378 FCBG SBP Bahrain Pinoy Basketball Sports League www.facebook.com/ FcbgSbpBahrainPinoyBasketball Muharraq Club Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 1767 0133

G R AV I T Y I N D O O R S K Y D I V I N G Experience the feeling of weightlessness and practice your skydiving moves at the country’s first 50 foot windtunnel!

Find out more on www.gravitybah.com | Tel. No. 13 10 00 00

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LISTINGS

Sports, Health and Fitness Ice Skating Funland – Relive your childhood days and dreams of being an ice skater in the only ice skating rink in Bahrain.

Location: Al Fateh Highway Tel: +973 17292313

Martial Arts There are many schools of martial arts in the world, and you can try Brazilian jiu-jitsu, karate, muay thai, boxing, and other kinds of self-defense.

Bahrain Aikido Academy Location: Somerset Hotel, Juffair Tel: +973 36413111

Cricket

Though most of Bahrain’s cricketeers use the island’s vast, abandoned parking lots, you can also do some cricket here.

Awali Cricket Club Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 17756959 Awan Cricket Club Location: Rasha Plaza Blg., Manama Tel: +973 3358 4869

TriLife Location: Zallaq Tel: +973 77333777

Tekkers Football Academy Location: RCSI, Busaiteen Tel: +973 37709010

Football

Winners Football Center Location: Isa Town Tel: +973 17442434

Football has many permutations and rugby football is one of them. Learn how to be the next David Beckham in these schools.

Arabian Celts GAA Location: Rugby Club, Janabiyah Website: www.arabiancelts.com

SLC Grounds Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17276134

Arsenal Soccer Shool Bahrain Location: Almoayyed Tower, Seef Tel: +973 17561615

Cycling

Bahrain Rugby Football Club Location: Janabiyah Tel: +973 17695809

Cycling is an awesome way to tone your glutes and get fit. Start your routine in any of these clubs.

Muharraq Club Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17750777

Bahrain Triathlon Club Location: Rugby Club Tel: +973 39943539

Riffa Sports Club Location: Riffa Website: http://riffa-club.com

Awali Golf Club Location: Awali Tel: +973 17756770 The Royal Golf Club Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17750777

Goju Karate Club Location: Um Al Hassam Tel: +973 39659510 Japan Karate Association Location: Budaiya Tel: +973 38449994 Reza’s Martial Art Center Location: Road 2848, Block 528, Building 1588 Al Alawi Palms, Barbar Tel: +973 17694646

Super Soccer Academy Location: Isa Town & Amwaj Tel: +973 39833933

Pinoy Mountain Bikers Location: Zallaq Tel: +973 17660956

Sparta Sports Academy of St Christopher Location: Rugby Club, Janabiyah Website: www.arabiancelts.com

Skate Shack Location: Budaiya Tel: +973 17697176

The Football Academy Bahrain Location: Al-Mazrowiah, Riffa Tel: +973 77300000

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Golfers are said to live long, healthy lives. Pick up that club and get your way to the grounds.

Bahrain MMA Location: Tubli Tel: +973 17611909

Isa Town Football Club Location: Isa Town Tel: +973 17442434

Awali Wheelers Location: Zallaq Tel: +973 17660956

Bahrain Cycling Association Location: Manama Tel: +973 17660956

Golf

Bahrain Karate Center Location: Saar Tel: +973 38449994

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*These are only some of the numerous sports clubs in Bahrain. We will continue next issue. If you want to include your club in the listings, or in our sports club feature, do drop us a line at editorial@power-up.mag.com.

Running If you jog for even 10 minutes a day, you’ll be less stressed, have higher metabolism, and start to lose weight. But don’t jog alone!

Join these people for heartpumping fun!

Bahrain Road Runners Location: Manama Tel: +973 33095515 Website: ems.bahrainroadrunners.com Bahrain Triathlon Club Location: Rugby Club Tel: +973 39943539 Bahrain Hash House Harriers Tel: +973 17862620 Website: http://bahrainhash. com/ Bahrain Round Table Location: Um Al Hassam Website: http://brt1.net/ Saar Social Runners Location: Saar Tel: +973 39542723

Snookers Bring your entourage and get ready for a night of entertainment! Snookers and billiards are a lot of fun in Bahrain.

Bahrain Billiards and Snooker Federation Location: Mahooz, Manama

Motor Sports The Bahrain International Circuit is world-famous for F1 races, but its not the only place to try motor sports. Check out these other places.

Bahran International Circuit Location: Sakhir Tel: +973 17450000 Bahran International Karting Circuit Location: Sakhir Tel: +973 17451745 Bahrain Motorcycle Club Location: Manama Tel: +973 17542004 Bahrain Motor Federation Location: Sakhir Tel: +973 17452000 Circuit Racing Club Location: Sakhir Tel: +973 17452000 EK Kanoo Racing Location: Manama Website: www.ekanooracing. com Motorsport Marshals Club (MMC) Website: www.mmcbh.com

Watersports

Tel: +973 17714737

Since Bahrain is an island destination, watersports abound here.

Jimmy’s Snookers & Billiard Club Location: Mahooz, Manama Tel: +973 17716147

Al Bander Resort Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17701201

Tennis

Amwaj Marina Location: Amwaj, Muharraq Tel: +973 16011160

This club partners with the GOYS to discover raw diamonds in the tennis field and train them to become elite players.

Bahrain Yacht Club Location: Sitra Tel: +973 17700677

Bahrain Tennis Association Location: Mahooz, Manama Tel: +973 17687236

Bahrain Sailing Club Location: Zallaq Tel: +973 1783 6078 Coral Bay Bahrain Location: Al Fateh, Manama Tel: +973 17312700 Durrat Marina Yacht Club Location: Durrat Al Bahrain Tel: +973 77700777

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LISTINGS

Sports, Health and Fitness Shousha Gym Location: Hidd Tel: +973 7710 7706 Tribal Fitness Location: Budaiya Tel: +973 39473710 Olympia Gym Location: Zayed Town Tel: +973 17782782 Oxygen Gym Location: Budaiya Tel: +973 17616165 Profiles Fitness Center Location: Mahooz Tel: +973 17727766

Hawar Island Location: Rugby Club Tel: +973 17312700

Zallaq Sailing Club Location: Manama Tel: +973 17632102

Paddle Sports Location: Manama Tel: +973 34195125 Scuba Master Location: Um Al Hassam Tel: +973 17292154 Skate Shack Location: Budaiya Tel: +973 17697176 The Yacht Club Location: Rugby Club Tel: +973 17312700

FITNESS LISTINGS Gyms & Fitness Centres Start the new year right with a gym membership! Sign up to any of these fitness studios.

Al Ghossaibi & Ghassan Gym Location: Manama Tel: 17695911 Ahmed’s Predator Studio Location: Jannusan Tel: +973 33042202 Fitness First Manama Tel: +973 17695911 Juffair Tel: +973

Riffa Tel: +973 Blacksmith Gym Location: Tubli Tel: +973 17695911 Crossfit BlackSmith Location: Hamala Tel: +973 6663 2222 CrossFit Delmon Location: Al Nakheel Tel: +973 39533130 / 36755499 Curves Location: Saar Tel: +973 17691496

SwissBell Hotel Location: Seef District Tel: +973 17211133 Profiles Fitness Center Location: Adliya Tel: 17727766 World Beat Fitness Center & Café Location: Saar Tel: +973 17612576

Spa & Health Clubs

Step into any of these spas for a rejuvenating experience.

Dream Body Centre Location: Sanabis Tel: +973 17582982

Bodyline Sports and Spa Location: Saar Tel: 17793932

Equilibre Gym, Spa & Salon Location: Manama Tel: +973 77066033

Coral Spa Location: Al Fateh Highway Tel: +973 17313131

Fitness Tower Location: Al Safir, Juffair Tel: +973 17813815

Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Location: Manama Tel: +973 1711 5000

FIT Gym & Spa Location: Sehla Tel: +973 77017711

The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Location: Seef District Tel: +973 1758 0000

JFC Fitness Center Location: Manama Tel: +973 77072220

Reborn Spa at Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa Location: Seef District Tel: +973 1711 1999

My Gym Location: Seef Tel: +973 1756566 Reps Fitness Studio Location: Sehla Tel: +973 77377348

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So Fit Gym Location: Sofitel, Zallaq Tel: +973 17636394

Sparadise Spa & Salon Location: Shaikh Hamad Causeway Tel: +973 17313131

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LISTINGS Le Mirage Health Club at The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Location: Diplomatic Area Tel: +973 17531666 Vie Spa at The Domain Bahrain Hotel Location: Diplomatic Area Tel: +973 17313131 Hani Suites & Spa Location: Seef District Tel: +973 1758 1100 Al Areen Palace Hotel & Spa Location: Zallaq Tel: +973 1784 5000 Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa Sea & Spa Hotel Location: Zallaq Tel: +973 1763 6363 Heavenly Spa at The Westin Bahrain City Centre Location: Seef District Tel: +973 1717 1000 British Club Bahrain Location: Adliya Tel: +973 17728245 Mövenpick Hotel Bahrain Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 1746 0000 Dessange Location: Adliya Tel: +973 17713999 La Fontaine Centre for Contemporary Art & Spa Location: Manama Tel: +973 1723 0123

Sports, Health and Fitness Pineapple Spa Location: Adliya Tel: +973 17712000

HEALTH & WELLNESS Hospitals Hospitals We often show our car more love and respect than we do ourselves. Do yourself and your loved ones a favor, make an appointment with your dentist and doctor today. Here are a few places to check out Aster Medical Centre Bahrain Location: Gudaibiyah Tel: 973 1771 1811 Al Hilal Hospital Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 17344199 Al Kindi Specialised Hospital Location: Tel: +973 17240444 American Mission Hospital Location: Manama Tel: +973 17177711 Awali Hospital Location: Awali Tel: +973 753333

Bahrain Specialist Hospital Location: Juffair Tel: +973 17812000 German Orthopedic Hospital Location: Salmaniya Tel: +973 17239988 Salmaniya Medical Hospital Location: Salmaniya, Manama Tel: +973 17288888 Ibn Al Nafees hospital Location: Mahooz Tel: +97317828282 International Hospital of Bahrain Location: Jidhafs Tel: +973 17598222 International Medical City Hospital Location: Riffa Tel: +973 490006 Kims Bahrain Medical Center Location: Umm Al Hassam Tel: +973 17822123 King Hamad University Hospital Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 17444444 Middle East Medical Centre (MEM) Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 17239329 Royal Bahrain Hospital Location: Salmaniya Tel: +973 17246800

Ceram Dental Center Location: Maqsha Tel: +973 17131123 Dr Haifa Eye Hospital Location: Bu ghazal Tel: +973 17252574 Dr Tariq Hospital Location: Mahooz Tel: +973 17822822 German Skin Care Centre Location: Zinj Tel: +973 17722696 Gulf Dental Speciality Hospital Location: Mahooz Tel: +973 17741444 Gulf Diabetes Specialist Centre Location: Salmaniya Tel: +973 17239329 Haffadh Specialised Dental Hospital Location: Suwayfiyah Tel: +973 17722696 Lad Hair Restoration Location: Mahooz Tel: +973 17820920 Marafie Skin Care & Laser Clinic Location: Sanabis & Busaiteen Tel: +973 17585373 Noor Specialist Hospital Location: Manama Tel: +973 17260001

Bahrain Defence Force Hospital Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17766666

Clinics & Spelialised Centers

Seef Dental Clinic Location: Seef District Tel: +973 17587991

Bahrain International Hospital Location: Tel: +973 17598222

Dental health is linked to heart health. Take care of your heart and teeth by visiting a dentist.

Smile Dental Clinic Location: Zinj Tel: +973 17400899

InterContinental Regency Bahrain Location: Manama Tel: +973 1722 7777 Dessange Location: Adliya Tel: +973 1722 7777 Curves Novotel Al Dana Resort Location: Muharraq Tel:17298430 Gulf Hotel’s Health and Recreation Club Location: Adliya Tel: 17726184 Lei Garden Skin Care Location: Adliya Tel: +973 17290008

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FASHION &

FASHION & GEARS

BEACH

WEAR BREAK OUT THOSE GOGGLES, STRAP ON YOUR SWIM TANKS AND LET’S ALL GO TO THE BEACH.

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BEACH WEAR

FASHION & GEARS

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Combed gray shortsleeved rashguard that is as comfortable as it is stylish.

Trendy board shorts in shades of yellow.

Or try these awesome pair of shorts in a tropical print.

Rip Curl high performance flip-flops for extra-long hours at the beach.

Or try the extremely stylish, red flip flops.

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For Her 1 A black halter bra will keep you cool in the hot summer sun.

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This stylish ensemble will never go out of style.

A rashguard with lacy sleeves and string detail make sure you are stylish in the sun.

4 Aztec print boyshorts are a perfect complement to any of the tops.

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For more information: Beyond the Beach City Centre Bahrain Tel. + 973 1725 1400

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SPORTS KICKSTARTERS

This month we checked out PUMA’s new trainers inspired by motorsports, running, and sportstyle.

These kicks are guaranteed to make you #FOREVERFASTER.

HISTORY OF THE DISC Twenty-five years ago, PUMA first introduced the DISC system into a range of running shoes, an innovation that shook the industry. It featured a revolutionary technical design that offered the perfect synthesis of foot and shoe, and had the first laceless closure system.

With a turn of the DISC dial, the internal wire system tightened the upper to provide a custom fit. Now PUMA has reimagined the DISC into three different configurations inspired by different sports.

EVOSPEED DISC SPIKE This historical shoe has been around to witness track and field’s world records: especially that of Usain Bolt. Run like the world’s fastest man in the evoSPEED SPRINT SPIKE, boasting Puma’s unique DISC closure system.

RUNNING IGNITE DISC

The IGNITE DISC’s responsive design and energy foam gives back everything you put in your workout. It maximizes energy and dynamic movement with the high-rebound IGNITE FOAM cushioning, which helps push you past your finish line and into your next goal. It ensures a quick and secure fit allowingrunners to put on their shoes and go. This running shoe will upgrade your run.

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RED BULL RACING DISC

TRAINERS

FASHION & GEARS

The Red Bull DISC has a grey perforated leather upper providing a medium and contemporary feel, while the full bootie construction and DISC technology offer the ultimate fit and comfort. The new DISC system is lighter and smaller with only five parts. It’s quicker to turn and the smooth internal wire system that wraps and secures the upper is faster to tighten.

The RBR swag stampede captures Red Bull Racing’s bold performance style with a bull pattern woven across its sleek, streetwise silhouette.

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SPORTSTYLE

MOTORSPORTS

SPORTSTYLE With the Ignite DISC sleeve, PUMA pairs the legendary DISC system with a sleek contemporary upper and the brand’s IGNITE FOAM technology.

With this trainer, PUMA is finally bringing its DISC technology to the future.

The DISC is applied to the innovative new trainer which combines the IGNITE FOAM light weight outer sole with a seamless slip-on upper. The combination results in a trainer that can compete with the best in the world.

For more information: PUMA Store City Centre Bahrain Tel. +973 1717 8046

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TRAINERS

TRAINERS Descend with confidence and experience the serenity of the underwater world with the best regulators in the planet.

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The ASICS Gel Nimbus is a revolution in running footwear. It evokes freedom, speed, exhilaration, and fun. The Fuzegel is a new lightweight combination of GEL technology infused foam that absorbs shock.

Its seamless upper and less overlay means more comfort, a glove-like fit, and a clean aesthetic. Plus, the Solyte Cradle inherently provides stability without the bulk.

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New Balance

The Adidas ZX Flux is dressed in a fully black base with floral print graphics detailed throughout the entire base of the shoe. Finishing off the look are clean pink stripes and laces juxtaposed by patches of white. This unique design will add a measure of your style to your gym regimen.

The New Balance WX811 is a cross-trainer for highintensity workouts. Sporting a low profile for a natural feel, it has a stretchy mesh upper topped with Fantom Tape overlay for support. A super soft CUSH + midsole delivers a soft landing during highimpact workouts atop the rubber sole.

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Women’s Running Shoes Nike’s shoes are designed with innovative features and technologies to help you run your best, whatever your goals and skill level.

These shoes provide more cushioning for a softer landing, plus, its lightweight and responsive.

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Athlete’s Co. City Center Level 2 Bahrain +973 16686216

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FASHION & GEARS

TRAINING

GEAR GET SERIOUS ABOUT YOUR TRAINING WITH THESE GEAR.

These black and blue kicks are seriously stylish and will keep you in your best training condition.

Or try a white camo tank with the iconic logo for balmier days.

This blue camo hoodie will let you work out in comfort.

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These camo shorts are made of breathable fabric for your comfort.

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GEARS

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Carry all your gym essentials in this lightweight bag.

These black and blue kicks are seriously stylish and will keep you in your best training condition.

These cute leggings will ensure you are perfectly fab while in the gym.

These graffitiinspired leggings are cool and stretchable.

And check out this hoodie to match those leggings.

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Adidas Original Bahrain City Center Level 2 Tel. +973 1717 8000

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Arabic Fa sh i o n

WITH A TWIST

A pair of sporty sisters just re-imagined active wear in a traditional way infusing Arabic calligraphy and Bahraini art into their designs. Check out this up and coming brand!

If I wouldn’t wear it, I wouldn’t be selling it ”

In the current wave of mass produced fashion Tru Active stands out as a designer ideal. Did you know that Tru Active doesn’t reproduce the same design twice? Once a design is sold out, it’s gone forever! That is probably the reason why so many people can’t wait to get their hands on these one-of-a-kind designs.

Having always been active, new mom Dana and recent London College of Fashion graduate Hala teamed up to create Tru Active, a young unique activewear brand that represents their heritage and passions.

Designer Hala uses her design skills to combine her father Khalid Zubari’s Arabic calligraphy work with her geometric prints. Hala also uses paintings from her Uncle Hisham Zubari’s

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Gilgamesh series to create pieces that are truly close to home.

Hala was inspired by her sister Dana after watching her cross the finish line as the first Bahraini women to compete in IRONMAN 70.3 Mallorca in 2013. Since then Dana and Hala always knew it was a matter of time before they would take on a joint venture like Tru Active.

Their motto is Tru to ourselves. Tru to our culture.

They believe in supplying the highest quality garments with the most unique designs. To make each of their customers truly stand out in their activewear.

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MOLTEN CORE YOGA MAT Feel yourself slip into the core of the earth.

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SADU YOGA MAT

Psychedelic waterfall artwork disguises itself into a traditional Arabian carpet. Great for meditation, stretching, and yoga.

MIDNIGHT STAR YOGA MAT Midnight Star Yoga Mat 30BD This starburst nebula cloud will take your mind off any worry or stress of your day.

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AGILITY MENS COMPRESSION TOP

This men’s compression singlet has breathable mesh panels, and a flexible fit. Calligraphy made by local Bahraini Artist Khalid Zubari.

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ARABESQUE CAPRI

This Tru Capri has a silk like fabric that wraps over your legs like a second skin. made by local Bahraini Artist Khalid Zubari. IG @khalidkzubari

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TIDAL DAY DREAM SPLIT LEGGING These leggings give you that little pop of color for your workouts.

Artwork made by local Bahraini Artist Hisham Zubari. IG @hzubari

MOSAIC CALLIGRAPHY LEGGING Tru Active’s signature legging,Its super high waistband allows you full coverage through every motion. Calligraphy made by local Bahraini Artist Khalid Zubari. IG @khalidkzubari

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MINERALS SPORTS BRA

This Tru sports bra is designed to support your full range of motion in mind.

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RAMOS SPORTS BRA

This super supportive eight string sports bra has literally got

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This seamless sport bra gives a comfortable amount of support and is light as a feather on your body.

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GROOMING

VALENTINO UOMO FRAGRANCE

MEN’S

Soft, smokey, and woody; Uomo is the perfect cologne to transition from winter into spring. This is for men who strive for classics and like casual style.

GROOMING SPRUCE UP AND LOOK YOUR BEST. HERE ARE SOME PRODUCTS TO HELP YOU DO JUST THAT.

CHANEL ALLURE HOMME SPORT REFRESHING SHOWER GEL Chanel extends their line of products and fragrances to the shower. No doubt, you will come out feeling and smelling sexy. It makes you sparkling clean too.

Chanel’s dynamic, masculine fragrance is expressed in an invigorating shower gel. The cooling, revitalizing formula is infused with crisp citrus notes which is perfect for an after-sport refresh. It is also moisturizing so it ticks of all the boxes in a shower gel.

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KIEHL’S FACIAL FUEL ENERGIZING SCRUB

CLARISONIC ALPHA FIT

PHILIPS SHAVER SERIES 9000

Sandpaper off poreclogging dead skin cells for a clear complexion and closer shave. The caffeine, menthol and citrus extracts perk you up on those mornings after a late night. This efficient and energizing skin buffer sloughs away impurities so you feel really clean while leaving it soft and supple. You can consider this scrub as a wake-up call for your face.

It goes to work immediately and is similar to triple-shot of espresso that will give you an instant boost. You can also use it to soften your facial hair.

Clarisonic’s skin scrubber allows you to get rid of the ton of products in your bathroom counter and still keep your face clean.

It removes dirt, oil, and sweat from your face. Daily cleansing using this product promotes a closer shave. You can also power cleanse for a cleaner beard. Plus, it helps to minimize the appearance of your pores. AlphaFit cleanses six times better than hands alone while prepping face and neck for a closer, smoother shave.

The Philips 9000 boasts of a close and very smooth shave with a great battery life. The three separate heads work seamlessly to get your chin clean. Best of all, it will not pull or tug and it cleans itself! Its V-track precision blades and contour detect technology with a Smart Clean System PRO and Digital User Interface makes this the closest shave you’ve ever experienced. It cuts hair up to 30% closer to skin, plus the shaving heads move in eight different directions to cut up to 20% more hair in a single pass! Wow!

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TECHNOLOGY

GADGETS

FASHION & GEARS

TECH GADGETS FOR A MORE ACTIVE LIFE Some people have used technology to get lazier, as a result; this has caused them to pile on the pounds. To counter that, here are some tech gadgets that will inspire you to lead a more active life.

SENSORIA SMART SOCKS These tootsies not only keep your tootsies warm, they will also provide feedback on your running style.

ADIDAS SMART BALL

WITHINGS GO The Go will monitor your steps, sleep, calorie burn, and activities like running or swimming, since it’s waterproof. It has a minimal display which shows your overall progress towards your daily goal in a radial chart and modular design (the face pops out and can be worn as a clip, bracelet, or pendant). Plus you can check out the Withings app to get more insight about your daily habits. This company believes that fitness tracking technology works best when baked into thoughtful devices that are fun, easy, and accessible to use. The E-ink screen displays activity in real time at all times, functions as a watch on demand, and is legible in bright sunlight and water. The best part? Withings Go comes ready to go the distance with a battery that lasts up to 8 months.

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Smart Ball is a football with an integrated sensor that detects speed, spin, flight path and impact point.

Kick data is transmitted wirelessly over Bluetooth Smart where it is displayed visually. With the Adidas Smart Ball, you can fine-tune your technique and take your game to a whole new level.

Its built-in sensor tells you everything you need to know about your kick so you can learn to control, strike, and manipulate the ball like a pro.

Compatible with iOs and Android, you can connect the smart ball to your device for instant feedback on power, spin, strike, and trajectory, along with tips and guidance to help you develop supreme on-pitch skills. Furthermore, it has been rigorously tested to ensure it will stand up to all match and training conditions.

NXT-ID WOCKET SMART WALLET Though its name sounds a bit wonky (like something out of a Dr. Seuss book), this standalone wallet is one smart cookie. It enables you to scan all of your credit, debit, loyalty, and gift cards, so you can leave your physical wallet at home. It has a touchscreen e-ink display, no smartphone required, and it can recognize your voice for biometric approval; or you can just use a pin.Smart Ready Phone. It will provide you with visual and audio cues that will get you wherever you want to go.

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APPS

FASHION & GEARS

EASY APPS FOR EASYFITNESS In the health and fitness craze, you’ve probably downloaded dozens of apps with the intent of becoming a marathoner or even to race in Ironman. Once the excitement wears away, you are left with the feeling of just wanting to be able to touch your toes. Here are some apps that will help you keep fit, stay calm, and get energized in a smart and sustainable way.

GYMAHOLIC This is a comprehensive workout aid for those who commit plenty of time to the weights room. The library of exercises can be used in a set of workout plans for all abilities, or you can build your own custom routine. With gymaholic, you can maximize your progress. This app will give you all the help you need to track your fitness activity, body measurements, body weight, and visual changes.

CYCLEMETER Despite the name, you can use Cyclemeter to track walks, runs, and other activities. For sure, it is also one of the best bicycle-riding apps in the market though it also appeals to fitness enthusiasts who participate in more than one sport.

Built from the ground up for iPhone, iPad, and iCloud, it makes your iPhone a powerful fitness computer—with maps, graphs, splits, intervals, laps, announcements, zones, training plans, and more. It records and stores an unlimited number of workouts—years of workouts only take up the space of a few songs. You can view your workouts on a calendar organized by routes and activities. This app will also summarize your statistics by day, week, month, year, and overall. As summarized by Wired, Cyclemeter is “obsessively complete…a killer app”. We think so too!

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MOVESUM A very simple step tracker that displays the calories you’ve burned through your day’s plodding, and equating it with food you might eat. The results can be shocking—for instance, you’ll need to get through a few thousand steps to cover a slice of pizza! Movesum motivates you to move more, it doesn’t necessarily have to be faster!

PEAR PERSONAL COACH The Pear Personal Coach app talks you through runs, athome workouts, yoga routines, and even training programs for running races. Imagine getting personal coaching in real-time with Olympians and world-champions! PEAR brings together some of the world’s best athletes to help you reach all of your fitness goals. Shed pounds faster, get stronger, master your yoga practice, improve your running, or just enhance your overall fitness.

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