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BAHRAIN AND SPORTS Influencing the GCC and the World Sports can be a powerful tool to promote the all-round 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 of an 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.
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t was a fantastic 2015 folks and the PowerUp team is looking forward to an amazing 2016. There were lots of awesome sports, health, and fitness events programmed for the year. People should be thinking about losing those extra pounds they’ve put on over the holidays and what better way to do it than by looking at our exciting articles and stories. This has spurred even me on to lose my extra weight by joining a whatsapp group with my friends from all around the world, photographing our feet on the weighing scale every week to see if we’ve lost weight. I urge you to be inspired to have fun with fitness: do a handstand, try the plank, or do some jumping jacks. Whatever makes you feel like a kid again! Another thing you can try to do is to join the Bahrain Road Runners Association who will host various half marathons throughout the year. Bahrain saw its first Ironman in 2015 and we are looking to increase as more and more people take up the challenge of a lifetime: the dream of finishing a marathon. The Middle East Championship, under the patronage of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa will greatly strengthen Bahrain’s position as the sporting hub of the Middle East. Also, more and more people are launching themselves into MMA under the inspiration of HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa and the KHK-MMA team. Gravity, the new exciting indoor skydiving experience will soon be adopted by the whole island and you’ll be seeing more of it in the magazine throughout the year. Why don’t you look in the pages of PowerUp for a new sport or hobby that will keep you fit and healthy for 2016? Check out our new and improved listings to get you started.
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January 2016 | Issue 07
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KHK MMA
Wins Cage King Title
HOW TO LOSE
It’s not complicated, it’s easy when you know how
NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS
IRONMAN 70.3 DUBAI
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REZA MONFARADI Meet the local legend of Brazilian jiu-jitsu WATERPROOF MAKEUP TRENDS 2016 For the pro athlete in you
The biggest fitness trends of 2016
BAHRAIN AIR SHOW
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Cover Story Reza Monfaradi Meet the local legend of Brazilian jiu-jitsu
10 Sports News
30 Horse-Riding Tips
12 Calendar of Events
32 Destinations in Sports
12 Bahrain Air Show One of aviation’s most exciting event has a few more tricks up its sleeve.
14 Benefits of Sprinting
A variety of muscles are at work to help make the body as lean as it can be. Read some of the benefits of sprinting.
Where do you go for the adventure of a lifetime?
34 Around Bahrain
42 Calisthenics
36 Booty Exercise
44 Ironman 70.3 Bahrain
38 Bowling 40 World’s Toughest Endurance
20 Motoring - Subaru
The Ironman race last December 5, 2015 started off with a very interesting announcement: the swim event was cancelled due to high winds and strong currents. As part of the iconic Ironman Triathlon series, the flagship race in the Middle East did not disappoint.
50 Raed The Punisher
22 Adrenaline Junkie
In Bahrain, Blacksmith’s Gym, owned by the legendary bodybuilder, Sami Al Hadad has built its own stable of athletes like Raed who have competed both locally and internationally.
26 Apocalytic Strength
We’ve outlined some possible physical fitness tactics to outrun zombies and some exercises you can do in the meantime to prepare for the upcoming apocalypse.
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Race
The triathlon is one measure of fitness and endurance, but aside from Ironman, read what makes our list of the World’s Toughest Endurance Races.
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51 10 Reasons to Try Tri
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QUOTE OF THE MONTH
“It’s not the will to win that matters— everyone has that. It’s the will to prepare to win that matters.” – Paul “Bear” Bryant
HEALTH & WELLNESS 53 Epicurious Sightings
60 2016 Health & Fitness Trends Keep up with the times in terms of health and fitness with these new trends.
54 Foods for Perfect Skin 56 New Year Resolutions
Every year we plan on losing weight, getting more exercise, eating better food but by February all those resolutions are forgotten. Start small and sustain your growth with these simple resolutions that will make you fitter and healthier.
58 Ways to Lose Belly Fat
Love handles may be cute, but they might spell your doom. (Research shows that a thick girth is indicative of heart disease and diabetes). Find out how to nix the belly fat once and for all.
62 Tips From The Experts
Your medical questions, answered. This month, we interview Dr. Yousuf Sharif of Ibn Al Nafees Hospital to get a glimpse of some common physical injuries.
63 How Exercise Helps The Brain 64 Benefits of Juicing 66 Heartburn Remedies 70 Listings
FASHION & STYLE 75 Athlete MakeUp 76 Running Gear 78 Best Bikes for Women
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80 Fitness Essentials
Staying in shape doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With these fitness essentials you can easily create an effective fitness regime right in your home or office.
82 Best Health and Fitness Apps
It’s quite possible that there is now an app for everything. But these picks are the ones that work. Try it!
Meet the Experts Dr. Yousef Sharaf
Dr. Yousef Sharaf is the resident physiotherapist at Ibn Al Nafees Hospital.
Garth Magoo
Captain Sami Ghazwan Garth Magoo is a platinum fitness trainer at Fitness First, Bahrain World Trade Center.
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“The five S’s of sports training are: stamina, speed, strength, skill, and spirit; but the greatest of these is spirit.” – Ken Doherty
JAMES GALLAGHER WINS CAGE KING TITLE James Gallagher, member of the Khalid bin Hamad mixed martial arts (KHK-MMA team), clinched the title for the Cage King Championship held in Cork, Ireland. James beat Irishman Denis Ahren and secured a submission victory in the opening round by way of a rearnaked choke. This is the fifth international title for the MMA and the fourth at the professional level. This was due in part to the government’s interest in such a vital sector through its projects that contribute to developing Bahraini sport.
BAHRAIN WINS UFC-TUF 22 TITLE BIKE FOR DAD More than 200 Thai nationals took part in a cycling event on December 11, 2015 to mark the 88th birthday of their King Bhumibol Adulyadej. “The Bike for Dad cycling event was a great success that showed Thai people united in support of His Majesty the King”, said Thai Prime Minister, Prayut Chano-cha. “This bodes well for Thailand as we look forward to facing increasingly complex global challenges and as we are on the verge
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of the Asean Economic Community. The 3 km. bike event held in Bahrain was done at the Prince Khalifa bin Salman Park in Hidd, and also saw the participation of people of other nationalities. The Bike for Dad event attracted cyclists in all 77 provinces of Thailand and 52 countries across all continents.
The Kingdom of Bahrain has clinched its fourth world title in mixed martial arts after Frankie Edgar, a Khalid bin Hamad Mixed Martial Arts (KHK-MMA) athlete, won the title of UFC-TUF22. Frankie knocked out Chad Mendes just two minutes in the opening round of
The Ultimate Fighter Finale 22’s main event, held on December 12, 2015. Frankie stopped Chad with a vicious combination midway through the opening round, winning his fifth straight fight. Frankie said “I always prepare for battles. I always get my mind right that I’m going to walk away with a bloody nose and stitches. It was nice to walk out of there unscathed and with a KnockOut”. HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Athletics Association, noted that the MMA sport in Bahrain has already established itself in the global arena thanks to His Majesty, the King’s support.
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SPORTS NEWS
WEIGHTLIFTING TEAM RETURNS TRIUMPHANT Bahrain’s national weightlifting team won 19 medals at the GCC Weightlifting Championship for Juniors and Youth in Doha. Hamad Khalid won six gold medals (95 kg and 105
ALLIANCE BAHRAIN DOMINATED THE SECOND BAHRAIN OPEN BJJ CHAMPIONSHIP HH Shaikh Nasser honored Alliance Bahrain who dominated the second Bahrain Open Brazilian Jiujitsu championship finishing first with 176 points while their closest competitor was Kuwait Jiu-jitsu academy with 47 points. Qatar’s MMA team were third with 36 points. Around 170 athletes with white, blue, purple, brown, and black belts, took part in the championship which featured 10 weight based categories. A gold medal was worth nine points while a
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kg), three silver medals from Yousef Al Shirawi (85kg) a silver medal by Abdulla Yahya (56kg), three bronze medals each by Ebrahim Fadel (105kg), Ahmed Yousef (85kg), and Hasan Ali (56kg). The team’s coach Abdulreda Abdulla, said he was pleased with the overall performance and outcome of his team in the championship.
silver, three and a bronze, one point for the team. Top players in the tournament were all part of the Alliance Bahrain team. Bahraini’s Ali Monfaradi was the top winner claiming golds in brown belt open weight as well as his own weight. Bahraini’s Ali Ibrahimi who fought in the purple belt division, also claimed two golds, winning the open weight and his own weight division. Mohammed Ghareeb, also from Bahrain, was another double gold winner, his own weight and in the blue belt division. Husain Ali, also a Bahraini, claimed two golds, his own weight and open weight. Chris Miletitch, an American fighter won the gold medal in his weight.
GIFTED YOUNG FOOTBALLERS NURTURED Aspire Academy has hailed the success of the Aspire in the World Fellows Gathering, according to Qatar News Agency. The two day event, which concluded on December 17, brought together a group of world leading coaching and football experts to share best practices and expertise, develop recommendations for training methodologies and support the management of young players. The group of leading
HH SHK NASSER HONORS POWERUP MAGAZINE Shaikh Nasser honored PowerUp Magazine and other sponsors of the recently concluded Ironman 70.3 Middle East Championship Bahrain in a simple ceremony held after
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experts that traveled to Qatar represent several of the world’s most important clubs, federations, and leagues. They belong to the Aspire in the World Fellows programme which brings together experts to support the development of elite youth football players. The Fellows gathering explored in greater detail a number of the key topics that were covered during the Aspire Academy Global Summit held in Berlin in October. This exclusive annual event is an integral part of the Aspire in the World Fellows programme.
the big sporting event. PowerUp Magazine was the official race magazine of the flagship Middle East Championship race. The first sports and fitness magazine in Bahrain, it is set to become the premier sporting publication in the Middle East.
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EVENTS
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15 January COLOR ME BAHRAIN RUN
Amwaj, Muharraq Join the Colour me Bahrain Run. It’s hosted by Amwaj Islands http://ems.bahrainroadrunners.com/events/ color-me-bahrain-run and organised by the Bahrain Road Runners club. The event will take place at 2 pm from Amwaj Marina
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8 January CRC R4
Bahrain International Circuit The CRC regularly hosts events in the national level at Bahrain International Circuit, “The Home of Motorsports in the Middle East”; these events feature the BIC 2,000 cc Challenge and the National Sprints.
9 January HH SHAIKH KHALID BIN HAMAD AL KHALIFA ENDURANCE CUP BAHRAIN Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation
Challenge your sports addiction as you watch the HH Shaikh Khalid Endurance Cup which is one of the most highly anticipated endurance races of the year.
10 January BIGGEST LOSER CHALLENGE Bfit Health Club, Crowne Plaza Bahrain Be the person with the highest weight loss at the end of 4 months and WIN big prizes. For the biggest loser, there is 3 months free bFit membership, and a weekend stay for 2 inclusive of breakfast (one night accommodation)
11 & 25 January EBRAHIM K. KANOO DRAG AND DRIFT NIGHTS
HH Skh. Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa Endurance Cup Bahrain
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Bahrain International Circuit BIC now offers you the chance to try out its new innovative experience “Ebrahim K. Kanoo Drag and Drift”. Each evening will feature on the track action from 6pm until 10pm.
12-15 January BDRC 3
The Bahrain International Circuit The event has been organized and will be run by the Bahrain Drag Racing Club, which is under the umbrella of the Bahrain Motor Federation.
21 - 23 January BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW
Sakhir Airbase Situated at the Sakhir Airbase, the Bahrain International Airshow will enthrall and entertain the whole family. Experience one of the best flying displays in the Middle East and enjoy many attractions on the ground.
29 January IRONMAN 70.3 DUBAI
Dubai The next leg of the Ironman Middle East adventure, Ironman 70.3 Dubai awaits first time and veteran triathletes and sports enthusiasts in another great sporting event. PowerUp will be there from start to finish to document each and every pace of the race.
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AVIATION
T One of aviation’s most exciting event has a few more tricks up its sleeve. The Bahrain International Airshow is a biennal airshow hosted at the Sakhir Air Base in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The event is organized by the Civil Aviation Affairs of Bahrain in association with Farnborough International, and is sponsored by Gulf Air and Batelco. Since its inception in 2010, the airshow has drawn hundreds of companies and tens of thousands of visitors. Building on the success of the 2014 event, the Airshow will once again captivate a massive audience with its diverse flying displays, on ground family attractions &
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entertainment, arts and crafts. A record $3bn worth of deals was announced at last year’s airshow which took place over the weekend with VIP guests in attendance from around the Gulf and across the world, including the UK’s Prince Andrew. On the public side, there were several hours of flying displays each day with impressive feats of airmanship from the Saudi Hawks, the Russian Knits, the Royal Jordanian Falcons and more as well as parachuting by the Red Devils. Families also found loads of entertainment including a space centre—Aerodium—in which you can skydive without leaving the ground—as well as
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AERIAL SPECTACLE BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL AIRSHOW
One of aviation’s most exciting event has a few more tricks up its sleeve. arts, crafts, and heritage stalls. No other event can offer the intense demonstrations of some of the world’s greatest, fastest, and advanced aircraft performing stunts and maneuverability that has not been seen before. The 4th International Airshow will enthrall and entertain the whole family. Once again Batelco is the headline sponsor for the event which is organized by the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications (MTT) and the Royal Bahraini Airforce in cooperation with Farnborough International. BIAS 2016 will take place at the Sakhir Airbase from January 21st to 23rd 2016. Adult tickets are priced at
BD10per day with tickets for children, up to 16 years of age, priced at BD5. Discount for 5% is available on the purchase of 20 or more tickets, which can be of any type and for any of the three dates. The tickets are for entrance to the Public Arena which will feature viewing stands and a wide range of entertainment and dining options. The thrilling flying display at BIAS will provide hours of spectacular aerial entertainment. In addition to this, MTT has secured a fantastic range of entertaining activities at the Public Arena plus a huge variety of food outlets with selections to suit all tastes.
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FITNESS
BENEFITS OF SPRINTING Sprinting is one of the purest and most powerful physique-shaping exercises. A variety of muscles are at work to help make the body as lean as it can be. Here are some benefits of sprinting:
LOSES FAT Sprint training is one of the most efficient conditioning exercises that can create significant and notable fat loss. Compared to long and steady aerobic training, like running or jogging, sprinting enables you to lose body fat whereas in aerobic training, you are more likely to lose body mass – which includes fat, but also water weight (muscle). When wanting to lose weight and become healthier, you should aim to lose fat by doing sprint training, where you will burn fat faster and maintain or even build muscles.
IMPROVES HEART HEALTH Sprinting also comes with cardiovascular benefits. It can help lower your blood pressure. The fast-twitch muscles that you are building with sprints can improve your heart function. Doing all those explosions and putting all the extra effort on your muscles, makes your heart work and pump harder which strengthen it. Also like every exercise, you have better blood circulation. Having a strong heart reduces your chances of getting a heart disease.
INCREASES SPEED AND POWER Sprinting is essentially speed training. Since sprints build muscles and target the fast-twitch fibers, they increase your speed and power, leading to a faster running or cycling speed. With an explosive start, you are putting a load of power in your muscles and the more you repeat this, the more your power and speed increases over a certain period of time.
SAVES TIME
BUILDS STRENGTH Sprints are an anaerobic exercise, this means that it will trigger muscle building, increasing the size and strength of the powerful, fasttwitch fibers.
Sprints are quick bursts of movements, and as such, they are just as and oftentimes more effective than jogging for an hour. If you are crunched for time, sprints are a great way to maximize your workout in half the time. Try doing uphill sprints, that’s what you call CHALLENGING!... Happy Sprinting!
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IN FOCUS
Reza Monfaradi Reza Monfaradi bounced back from a debilitating spinal injury to become one of the top practitioners and jiu-jitsu teachers in the world.
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B “A man without scars on his face never had to fight for something he believed in” .
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ahrain’s leading Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner Reza Monfaradi, founder and head teacher of Reza Martial Arts Center has a lot of accolades under his belt. He is a 2nd degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belter under the International Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Federation (IBJJF) and is also a certified referee. His interest in martial arts was apparent from a very young age. As a teenager, he started training Hapkido, and through years of intense training he achieved a 3rd degree (black belt) in the sport. In 1995, during a training session he suffered a serious injury to his spinal cord, which immobilized him and put his dreams of competing to a halt. He focused on his recovery, and having regained mobility, still unable to train, decided to travel to San Diego, California, to pursue his studies in Graphic Design. There, Reza’s interest caught a martial art he hasn’t encountered before—Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ). He was inspired by Royce Gracie, a BJJ practitioner who competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). By then miraculously reaching full recovery, he was able to train again. He broadened his jiu-jitsu training with wrestling and judo classes. Reza competed a lot during this period winning many countless honors and awards. After finishing his associate de-
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gree in 1999, he went back to Bahrain and started teaching Brazilian jiu-jitsu to his family members and some close friends. His first student was his brother Seena. The idea for a school of Brazilian jiu-jitsu, which was then unknown in the island was conceived and he then quit his job in one of the top banking institutions in the country to start his business.
THE START OF A LEGEND In 2002, he received a letter from General Organization of Youth and Sports (GOYS), granting him permission to open a jiu-jitsu academy. But he wasn’t stopping there. He wanted to open a mixed martial arts school. He began traveling to Thailand, a few times a year, for months at a time to learn about Muay Thai. From his trips he was able to learn the techniques and to get teachers from Thailand to come teach at his school. Now, he is the proud owner and head teacher of Reza’s Martial Art Centre in Barbar—a school that offers top class training in several world respected martial arts such as jiu-jitsu, muay thai, and mixed martial arts (MMA) among others. He is the pioneer and founder of Brazilian jiu-jitsu, capoeira, and MMA in Bahrain. He is also the president of the Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Federation under the Bahrain Martial Arts Association. The centre is affiliated with the number one jiu-jitsu association in the world, Alliance, and when stepping
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IN FOCUS
JIU-JITSU FAST FACTS Jiu-jitsu is a direct descendant of judo. But since judo would require heavier grappling techniques, jiu-jitsu is a way for weaker people to still defend themselves.
into its facilities, one cannot help but take notice of the countless medals on display, many won by Monfaradi himself, but most won by his students.
AN ALLIANCE OF CHAMPIONS
It has also partnered up with one of the world’s leading Mixed Martial Arts gym, King’s MMA. Appropriately known as “the champion’s factory”, King’s MMA is the training ground of some of the world’s top MMA fighters and champions. At the 2012 world MMA Awards, King’s MMA was nominated as Best Gym of the Year, while Master Rafael Cordeiro, founder and chief of King’s, was Best Coach of the Year. Says Cordeiro “This is a great opportunity for us to show the techniques of a lot of our guys who fight in the UFC and build our own champions in Bahrain”. Don’t be fooled, this gym is not all about fighting. Jiu-jitsu and other forms of martial arts teaches not just physical strength, but also self-discipline, compassion, and humility. As Master Cordeiro says “It doesn’t matter if they want to fight
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or not. The way we train will give them lessons they will take with them for the rest of their lives”. Reza has been juggling roles as a competitor and teacher over the past several years, fighting for medals, and representing Bahrain in many top international competitions and then passing on his many hardearned lessons to those who followed him. But while he possesses the knowledge and skill to remain as one of the top competitors in the global sporting arena, it is his role as a mentor, teaching and molding pupils into champions that he is most passionate about. Reza and Cordeiro share many of the same traits and experiences; having done everything in martial arts, now they feel the need to give back to the community that has nurtured their talents. As Cordeiro says (and Reza also feels) “I am in another step of my life now teaching big, big
champions”. In Reza’s studio, he teaches big, big champions indeed. His champions include winners of international competitions including the Pan American Championship and the World Championships in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. Reza’s Martial Art Centre caters to the whole family. As Master Cordeiro says “I was pleased [during my visit] to see a lot of girls and women on the mat. This is very important for any gym, it shows you what martial arts is all about. Sometimes you go to an MMA gym and you see big guys with a bad face and you feel afraid; but when there are girls and kids around, it feels more like a family place with a good atmosphere”.
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) was created as a marketing tool for the Gracie family (who popularized jiu-jitsu) to promote the effectiveness of jiu-jitsu against other martial art systems. The first MMA fight in history happened in Shanghai in 1909. That’s right it all started with the Chinese. America’s first MMA fighter was President Theodore Roosevelt. He wrestled, boxed, and practiced judo most of his life and actually was the first American to have earned a brown belt.
For information: Reza’s Martial Art Centre Tel. no. +973 1769 4646 Instagram : @rezajtsu | Email: reza@batelco.com.bh www.rezamartialarts.com
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MOTORING
SUBARU OWNERS F1 TRACK EXPERIENCE Subaru owners experienced the ride of their lives at the Formula One Racetrack.
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rack experience with your favorite car is something that an auto-fanatic cannot refuse. And this is exactly why Motorcity Bahrain organized the “Subaru in Motion Family and Track Day” event at the Bahrain International Circuit. The programme included an F1 track experience for Subaru enthusiasts and for Subaru owners. Over 200 Subaru owners with their family and friends and 400 participants showed up at the event. It also featured kid’s entertainment, games, food and beverage, and live music. Participants had the chance to choose from a wide range of Subaru Demo cars for a test drive on the exclusive F1 track. They were even given a formal introduction by the BIC staff on how to technically drive on the F1 track. They were also instructed on how to get the best out of the car on track in a controlled and non-competitive environment. “Driving on the F1 track was an unforgettable experience, I would like to thank Motorcity for giving us the opportunity to drive our cars and feel special” expressed Mr. Abdallah. In retrospect, the organisers gave the customers a thrilling driving experience,
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as well as a fun day they enjoyed with their families. The Subaru is pure and simple, designed to be driven. It’s the most affordable driver’s sports car, made with a vision of simplicity combined with performance. These Turbo powered super saloon will blow you away with their massive power and torque. The Subaru Impreza WRX STI has enjoyed continuous success in the World Rally Championships, winning a string of trophies with all the best rally drivers in the world. Known for its unmistakeable engine exhaust note and super powerful engines, the pedigree behind the Impreza leaves just about every other rally car in its wake. Equally unforgettable performance on either loose gravel or tarmac stages its four wheel drive capabilities shock and awe all those that try it. Motorcity displayed the entire Subaru range of cars at the activities area, with exclusive discounts and offers to all attendees. The special offers include free insurance and registration, a 5-year warranty and above all, a free smartphone on all car purchases of XV, Legacy, and Forrester models. To mark the occasion, Motorcity
announced a price reduction offer on the BRZ starting from only BD9,995 with free satellite navigation, free reverse parking camera as well as a 5 year warranty. The other performance cars, WRX and WRX STi were offered with free insurance, registration, and a 5 year warranty. For more information contact: Sitra Showroom Tel. +973 17736222 www.motorcity.com.bh
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Extreme sports are the ultimate adrenaline rush, a way to defy gravity and live life to the fullest. In this section we take a look at some extreme actions we can do or look forward to in Bahrain.
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PARACHUTING Are you ready to free-fall?
Parachuting or skydiving is the method of exiting an aircraft and returning to Earth with the aid of gravity, then slowing down during the last part of the descent by using a parachute. It may involve free-fall, a time during which the parachute has not been deployed and the body gradually accelerates to terminal velocity. In this sport, you will jump, dive, fall, float, and land. The military developed parachuting technology as a way to save aircrews from 22
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emergencies aboard balloons and aircraft in flight, and later as a way of delivering soldiers to battlefields. Occasionally, forest fighters, known as “smokejumpers” in the USA, use parachuting as a means of rapidly inserting themselves near forest fires in especially remote or otherwise inaccessible locations. Competitions developed in the 1930’s and parachuting became an international sport in 1952. As a recreational activity, it is widely considered as an extreme sport because of the risk involved. Jumping out of an aircraft at 13,000 feet and plunging down to earth at speeds of over
120 mph is the experience of a lifetime! If you want extraordinary, there’s no better thrill! But despite the perception of danger, fatalities in this sport are rare. About 21 skydivers are confirmed killed each year in the US, roughly one death for every 150,000 jumps (which is statistically less than 1%). If you are ready to jump out of an airplane, if you want to experience the thrill of freefall, if you want to know how peaceful and silent parachuting through infinite space feels, then this may be the sport for you. For first time parachuters, it is normally recommended
to do the tandem skydive, where your instructor is actually attached to your harness. Many skydiving ventures now offer video packages, that will serve as proof to any doubters that you actually parachuted from an airplane. Due to the hazardous nature of skydiving, the greatest of precautions are taken to avoid parachuting injuries and death. For firsttime solo parachutists, this involves four to eight hours of ground instruction. While still not available in Bahrain, we hope that this air sport will take off soon!
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survival tool to a martial art, focused on war. It is known for quick and complex moves using mainly power, speed, and leverage, a wide variety of kicks, spins, and highly mobile techniques. Students learn how to utilize a range of kicks, acrobatics, feints, and takedowns, to subdue even the most aggressive of opponents. The rhythmic beats and hypnotic motions of the “ginga” provide a unique experience and leave many first timers eager to learn more about this exotic martial art. Thanks to its focus on timely movements and fluid motions, participants will quickly find themselves with a much fitter
CAPOEIRA An intangible cultural heritage
“Do one thing every day that scares you.”– Eleanor Roosevelt
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This Afro-Brazilian, nonviolent martial arts offer practitioners a unique blend of live traditional music, aerobatics, and combat techniques. Originating from 16th century slaves who were prohibited from engaging in live combat, it has evolved to tell the heart-wrenching story of this populace through musical instruments, singing, and ritual sparring. Disguised at first as a dance form, it has evolved to become a source of freedom from slavery and mental oppression. Today it is practised worldwide and has in fact been granted a special protected status as “intangible cultural heritage” by UNESCO. During the early days of the Portuguese colonial empire, thousands of slaves came to
Portugal to provide labor for the sugar cane plantations. They were often living in inhumane and humiliating conditions, forced to work hard and physically punished for the smallest misbehaviour. In this environment, capoeira was born as a simple hope for survival, allowing escaped slaves, who were completely unequipped to face the hostile, unknown land, to dodge the hunt of the “capitaes-do-mato,” the armed and mounted colonial agents who were charged with finding and capturing escapees. After a while, groups of escaped slaves formed settlements of their own called the quilombo. In the quilombo, which was constantly threatened by Portuguese colonial troops, capoeira evolved from a
and toned physique.
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FUN FACTS Portuguese soldiers sometimes said that it took more than one dragoon (platoon) to capture a quilombo warrior, since they would defend themselves with a strangely moving fighting technique. From this early martial art beginnings, capoeira has evolved into a lively game, played rather than fought, in a ro-da (pronounced ho-da), the Portuguese word for a circle. In Bahrain, this sport is fast becoming a popular one.
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WAKEBOARDING Go full-throttle Another watersport which has been making waves with local thrill seekers is wakeboarding. Get ready for the ride of your life as you are towed at full throttle behind a speeding waterboat while attached to a wakeboard. Once up, you can utilise the awesome power of the boat’s wake to attempt impressive stunts and jumps, or just enjoy the feeling of skimming through the waves. While it can be slightly frustrating for beginners, who will find themselves face planting the salty sea surface at high speeds during their first few attempts, a few lessons at wakeboarding will have you zooming along like a pro in no time. Wakeboarding is a surface water sport which involves riding a wakeboard over the surface of a body of water. It was developed from a combination of water skiing, snowboarding, and surfing techniques. The good thing about wakeboarding is that there are so many tricks to learn because the
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wake of the boat acts as a jump. Wakeboarding is best practiced behind a towboat or wakeboat with a distinct hull design, engine types and accessories, such as a wakeboard tower to mount the rope, and ballast tanks used to generate the wake. The hull design, ballast tanks, and special wave plates help create the different types of wake shapes while the higher torque V-drive engines help keep the boat on a straight course while pulling the riders with ease. Founded in 1964 and organized by the International Waterski Federation, it was recognized by the International Olympic Committee as an official partner since 1967. Wakeboarding has been part of the World Games since 2005, in the trend sports category. Recently, wakeboarding was added as a competitive sport in the X-Games II. The term “wakeboarding” was coined by Paul Fraser from Vancouver, Canada. Paul approached Herb O’Brien of HO Sports, and Herb went on to manufacture
and sell the “Hyperlite” wakeboard in January 1991; these were the world’s first compression molded boards. The new manufacturing technique redefined the sport: skiboarding became wakeboarding. The neutral flotation of the Hyperlite allowed for much easier starts, and the sport became available to a wider demographic. In Bahrain, there are many places to wakeboard, most especially in Durrat Al Bahrain. Many top tier athletes also go to Bahrain to practice their skills, so there’s a good chance you’re gonna be wakeboarding side by side with these extreme athletes! Awesomeness! For more information: Bahrain Wake +973 1755 2777
FUN FACTS p Wakeboarding, which was
originally called skurfing, arose in the late 1980s after the advent of skiboarding (now snowboarding).
p It was developed from a
combination of water skiing, snowboarding and surfing techniques.
p Wakeboarding has been part of the World Games since 2005, in the trend sports category.
p Wakeboarding is organized
by the International Waterski and Wakeboard Federation (IWWF) founded in 1946 (renamed from International Waterski Federation in 2009) and the World Wakeboard Association (WWA) founded in 1989.
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APOCALYPTIC STRENGTH You might be fit, but are you functionally fit? Can you use your strength in times of danger or survival? Are you fit enough to survive the zombie apocalypse?
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any people don’t know it, but fitness can save your life. Not only does being fit equate to body parts working in perfect order, but it can also mean survival in times of danger. Would you be capable of performing simple physical tasks that could save your life if the need arose? And what if, the ultimate apocalyptic scenario arose and there are zombies in your backyard. Can you outrun them? Can you outwit them? Here we’ve outlined some possible physical fitness tactics to outrun zombies and some exercises you can do in the meantime to prepare for the upcoming apocalypse.
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MOVING ON YOUR ARMS AND ELBOWS Functional Fitness Tested Crawl
Getting yourself to safety in sticky situations might involve moving about using only your arms and elbows. Try doing it now, letting your legs go heavy and dragging your body on the floor using your elbows and forearms. This exercise will raise your stamina and speed, plus you work your laterals without any equipment.
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RUN FOR YOUR LIFE
MASTERING THE STAIRS
Functional Fitness Tested Run
Functional Fitness Tested Stamina, power, endurance
They’re right behind you, and you need to outrun them, run through them, or run around them. Either way, you have to keep moving. The thing about zombies is they are fairly slow-moving, but their numbers are big. Changing tactics and directions is a pretty good bet to outwit them. Shuttle runs will build up that agility muscle for you. Agility is often explained as being your ability to respond quickly to external stimuli and dodging a zombie is a perfect example of why you need to hone this skill. Research suggests that sprinting is one of the fundamental movement patterns that helped us survive the evolution process so if you want to continue this survival trend, you had better get your sprint on. Incidentally, as well as being a useful survival tool, sprinting helps improve your muscle tone, increase anabolic hormone concentrations, lower your body fat levels, improve your aerobic and anaerobic fitness, and target the 2b-fast twitch muscle fibers so you’ll feel better too.
A race on the stairs is often an ingredient of classic action movie scenes. And are you up for it? Do you get exhausted after one flight or can you keep going up to twenty flights? This is all about your endurance and stamina, and you can start doing this today. Climbing stairs could literally save your life. You can also run, squat, lunge, sprint, and broad jump to build up this kind of endurance.
FENCE-JUMPING Functional Fitness Tested Run, Jump, and Climb
If you were trapped inside a 5 x 5 sq. foot enclosure with a 5 foot fence that had sharp razor points, would you be able to get out without hurting yourself? The fence posts are separated 6 inches apart with a foothold at the top and in the middle, so you can grab hold of one of these to go over the other side. To practice, try doing pull-ups, push-ups, dips, muscle-ups and box jumping.
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CALM HIDING
BUDDY CARRY
Functional Fitness Tested Calmness
Functional Fitness Tested Strength and Speed
During the zombie apocalypse, you’re going to be doing lots of hiding and you’re going to be stressed out. You don’t want those zombies to hear you fidgeting or sensing your stress hormones. Things like meditation, deep breathing, yoga, and stillness can help you survive a zombie apocalypse by balancing hormones and stress, and allowing you to stay calmer for longer.
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Most people could drag or pull someone to safety if they really needed to…but can you actually pick up someone, put him on your back, and hike with him if your life depended on it? Practice this skill with sand bag sprints, bag drops and pickups, ball slams, and squats.
HIT EM/ KNOCK EM DOWN! Functional Fitness Tested Strenght and Stamina
At some point you would have to hit a zombie. Are you strong enough to do so? Practice these moves by kickboxing or lighting weights.
FALLING DOWN Functional Fitness Tested Jump
If you fell down out of sheer panic and the zombies were closing in on you, would you be able to get right back up and keep running? To practice, try doing burpees, Get ups-Get downs, Turkish Get-ups and Surfer Pop-ups
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HORSE-RIDING
SPORTS TIPS
HORSE-RIDING TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
Horse riding might seem daunting to a lot of people, but there are ways to be able to ride with ease and grace. Captain Sami Ghazwan of the Bahrain Riding School shows us how.
OVERALL ALIGNMENT When you ride a horse, you should be able to draw a straight line through the ear, shoulder, hip, and heel. Shoulders should be even and straight. You should sit on the sit bones without rounding or overarching the lower back.
HOLD THE REINS Hold your reins evenly and don’t have too much slack in them. Horses move their heads when they move, and if a rider does not accommodate this movement, they will have the reins pulled through their hands.
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lthough people may not think “fitness” when they consider taking the reins, horseback riding can be a serious butt-kicking exercise. It may look like the horse is getting all the exercise, but it takes balance, strong legs, and a stable core to stay in the saddle. This old school hobby is an awesome way to spend some quality time in the great outdoors and get beyond a basic gym routine.
DRESSING THE PART The minimum attire for horse riding is jeans and closed shoes with a helmet. This is for your own safety and must be observed at all times. Wear long pants to protect legs from chafing against the saddle. Avoid all clothing that could get tangled in equipment including scarves, thin tank top straps, and
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GETTING ON A HORSE All good stables have a mounting block that allows beginners to get on their horse without fuss. Stick your left toe in the stirrup and hold the reins in the left hand resting it on the front of the saddle. Put the right hand on the back of the saddle and gently hoist yourself up, swinging the right leg carefully over the horse’s back. Once one leg is on either side of the horse, sit down gently in the saddle and place the right foot in the right stirrup.
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To dismount from a horse or pony, first remove both feet from the stirrups. Then hold the reins in the left hand while holding the pommel of the saddle. In one flowing movement, lean forward, lift the right leg and swing it over the horse’s hindquarters and land on the ground beside the horse.
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CORE STRENGTH Horseback riding is an isometric exercise, because of this, postural strength is very important when riding and the posture of riders improves even in day to day activities. MUSCLE TONE AND FLEXIBILITY Riders often have to maintain a squatting position while they ride, constantly adjusting to the cadence of the horse. This exercise helps with good overall muscle tone and flexibility.
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THE X GAMES IN ASPEN, COLORADO
Winter X Games 19 2015 USA - Aspen: Eva Samkova (yellow bib)
Where do you go when you want to have the adventure of a lifetime? In this monthly feature, we take you around the world to some of the most awesome sporting destinations.
DESTINATIONS WHITE WATER RAFTING IN NEPAL First attempted on the Zambezi River below Victoria Falls in 1981, white water rafters navigate rapids graded from one to five (anything higher is considered unraftable) in an inflatable boat. One of the world’s most scenic grade five rapid is found in Nepal’s Sun Kosi River. Situated at the foot of the Himalaya mountains, here exists a variety of white water rafting adventures for every temperament. From convenient ½ day excursions to full-on 12 day river expeditions, the possibilities are endless. Experience non-stop adrenaline in the Class III-V rapids which offers fantastic Annapurna mountain views, scenic valleys, terraced ricefields, crystal-clear Himalayan water, and beautiful gorges decorated by suspension bridges and prayer flags blowing in the wind.
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in Sports
The best athletes on snow compete in the world’s coolest ski resort every January in snow sport’s ultimate contest (outside the Olympics). The annual winter action sports competition features athletes from across the globe competing for medals and prize money in the following sports: Skiing, Snowboarding, and Snowmobile. The event includes day and evening competitions and is free to the public. From January 28-31, 2016, more than 125 athletes will compete from all over the globe. The fan base continues to grow with the rise of popularity of action sports and the athletes who compete in them. The X-games have made it a point since its founding to stage an eco-friendly event. Such measures include using biodiesel fuel in their vehicles and organizing recycling campaigns around the vicinity. Awesome!
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SNORKELING IN JAMAICA Just voted the Caribbean’s leading Sports Tourism Destination, Jamaica is a leader in sporting activities offering unique opportunities to whet its visitor’s appetite for excitement. Jamaica is best known
WAKEBOARDING IN SPAIN Said to be the fastest growing watersport in the world, wakeboarding is practiced on lakes or the sea. It’s a combination of snowboarding, waterskiing, and skateboarding or a cross between mono skiing and surfing. If you can waterski, then it’s likely that you’ll pick up wakeboarding without too much trouble and Andalusia has the perfect all-year-round climate and surroundings to learn or improve your wakeboarding skills. Xtreme Gene, Europe’s most popular wakeboard and waterski camp offers world class coaching to all levels of wakeboarders using the very best boats and equipments including a new 2Way UBACK cable. Situated in a stunning lake, in the heart of Andalusia, Spain, with full on-site
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for its beautiful beaches and wildlife. Locals and tourists love to experience the water enjoying snorkeling, diving, and deepsea fishing among other things. The crystal-clear waters make snorkeling such a great idea in Jamaica. Along its West Coast, beaches feature stunning cliffs, beautiful coral reefs and wildlife. Fish are accustomed to tourists and many will swim right up to you. How cool is that?
facilities including lakeside log cabin accommodation, a bar and restaurant with a terrace, and views to take your breath away; the local area has more to offer in facilities and water fun. Whether you have never put a wakeboard on before or are training for the next World Cup, this is the right place to go. With endless runs in the sunshine and high quality coaching tailored around your level of riding, there is no better place to wakeboard in Europe.
GCC DESTINATIONS Oman Air is the flagship carrier of the Sultanate of Oman and an official 4-star airline (Skytrax 2011). The airline currently operates direct international flights from Muscat to Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam, Madina, Tehran, and Kuwait in the Gulf Region, as well as Cairo,
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Beirut and Amman within the wider Middle East region. Oman Air celebrates National Day by surprising airport travellers with baskets of candy. PowerUp was on hand to witness the incredibly sweet gestures that was definitely appreciated by the weary travelers.
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Daniela Ryf won the 1 million US Dollars price purse of the Nasser Bin Hamad Triple Crown at the first Ironman 70.3 Middle East Championship, Bahrain. HH Shk. Nasser on the right.
Eric Watson completing HH Shaikh Khalid’s Swim Challenge April 2015
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WEC, FIA World Endurance Championships, 6 Hours of Bahrain Bahrain International Circuit - November 2015
Bike for Dad- Hundreds of people biked for Dad
Ironman 70.3 - The world’s biggest triathlon just had its first Middle East Championship in Bahrain.
KHK MMA’s first national try outs. These guys are going to places.
Football Freestyle - Tekkers Football Academy Frestyling some football moves by Vegter
Gravity Indoor Skydiving opened to public last December 2015
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EXERCISE
Performing squats repeatedly is a tiresome and boring practice that’s why it’s hard to maintain a tight tush. Here are some exercises that allow you to build a long, lean backside.
EXERCISES
TOE TAPS
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Begin on all fours with your knees hip-width apart and your wrists stacked over your shoulders. Lift your left knee toward the ceiling, then extend the left foot straight out to the side. Pause, before you bend your knee again, and bring your leg back to starting position. Repeat for 45 to 60 seconds on the left side before you switch to the right.
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Lie on the floor with your arms at your sides; lift your feet bending both knees to 90 degrees so your thighs are perpendicular to the floor. Now slowly and quietly, tap your left toes to the floor, then your right. Alternate tapping feet for one minute. If you feel any lower back pain, don’t bring your toes all the way down.
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HIP-LIFT PROGRESSION
This is an awesome way to relieve tension in your lower back and work your butt at the same time. (Have a yoga mat or something cushy to support your tailbone while you work out). Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor near your butt and hip-width apart. Keeping your knees in line, extend one leg. On your exhale, squeeze your glutes and push your hips up toward the ceiling as far as you can go. Pause, then lower until your butt hovers right above the floor, and repeat without touching the ground.
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If any sport serves up serious style, bowling must be that sport, requiring nimbleness and grace.
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ip Van Winkle was done in by a game of nine-pins up in New York’s Catskill Mountains. After being tired from such exertions with magical creatures he fell into a deep sleep that lasted for fourteen years. Bowling nowadays doesn’t have that same glamour or the dangers that come with it, but it is still a very elegant game requiring dexterity, precision, and skill. Bowling is one of the major throwing sports, in which a player throws or rolls a bowling ball towards a target. In pinbowling variations, the target is to knock over pins at the end of the lane. It is played on a flat, wooden, or other synthetic surface (which can be oiled in different patterns for different techniques). The objective is to score points by knocking down as many pins as possible. Three finger holes are drilled into a traditional bowling ball, and weights vary considerably to make the sport playable for all ages. Bowling has a unique scoring system which keeps track not only of the current pinfall of a frame, but also strikes and spares which allow for the value of subsequent pinfall. There are three kinds
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of marks given in a score, a strike (all ten down in the first ball), a spare (all ten down by the second ball), and an open (one or more missed pins still standing after the second ball). A strike earns 10 points plus the points for the next two balls thrown. (For example, if a player got a strike followed with a seven and a two, their value for the strike frame would be 10+7+2 or 19). A spare earns 10 points plus the points for the next ball thrown. (Again, if a player gets a spare then follows it with seven pins down on the first ball of the next frame, their value for the spare frame would be 10+7 or 17). Open frames count the value of the pinfall in that frame only. (Example, if a player knocks down five on their first ball, and three on their second, the open frame would be worth eight points). The maximum score in ten-pin bowling is 300. This consists of getting 12 strikes in a row in one game (one strike each in frames 1-9, and all three possible strikes in the tenth frame), and is also known as a perfect game. While professional ten-pin bowling tournaments are held in numerous countries, the sport is commonly played as a hobby by millions of people around the world. The earliest form of bowling
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dates back to Ancient Egypt. Remnants of balls found at that time were among artefacts in Ancient Egypt going back to 3200 BCE. Balls were made using the husks of grains, covered in material such as leather, and bound with string. Other balls, made of porcelain or even plastic, have also been found, indicating that these were rolled along the ground rather than thrown due to their size and weight. A site in Southampton, England claims to be the oldest lawn bowling site still in operation, with records showing the game has been played on the green there since 1299. The sport has spread throughout the ages with betting even included in the entertainment. In fact,
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States, becoming very popular and was called “Bowl on the Green” which became very popular and resulted in associated gambling and crime. In 1841, a Connecticut law banned ninepin bowling lanes due to said circumstances, and people were said to circumvent the prohibition by adding an extra pin, resulting in the modern game of tenpin bowling. Today bowling is enjoyed by 100 million people in more than 90 countries worldwide and continues to grow through entertainment media such as video games. In Bahrain, there are several different places to enjoy
(one strike each in frames 1-9, and all three possible strikes in the tenth frame), and is also known as a perfect game. in 1325, laws were passed in Berlin and Cologne limiting bets on lawn bowling to five shillings. In 1336, King Edward III banned it as a distraction to archery practice. In 1511, English King Henry VIII (an avid bowler) banned bowling for the lower classes, imposing a levy for private lanes to limit them to the wealthy. This law was passed because bowling had apparently become so addictive that many working men and soldiers were neglecting their trades. Another English law passed in 1541 (repealed in 1845) prohibited workers from bowling except on Christmas, and only in their master’s home and in his presence. The Protestant Reformation Founder, Martin Luther, set the number of pins (which varied from three to 17), at nine. During the colonial era, ninepin bowling was introduced to the United
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bowling. Funland Centre has an 18 lane bowling alley. Bowling membership is 10BD. Awali Bowling Centre is a big, friendly bowling centre with membership options. Ozone at Sitra has a state-of-the art, 12-lane, Switch technology bowling alley. They charge BD1.8 per game For more information: Funland Centre Tel: +973 1729 2313 Ozone at Sitra Tel: +973 1774 9499
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World’s Toughest
ENDURANCE RACES The triathlon is one measure of fitness and endurance, but aside from IRONMAN, here is what makes our list of the World’s Toughest Endurance Races. OTILLO Otillo is a unique race in a unique place. It is the origin of the SwimRun movement where teams of two race together from island to island. The teams swim between the 26 islands of the Swedish archipelago and run over them. The total distance is 75 km of which 10 km are open water swimming and 65 km are trail-running. With strict cut-off times, teams have to don wetsuits and shoes for the whole event as they battle with the brisk Scandinavian elements to complete nearly 10 km. of tricep heavy swimming and 65 km of calf-bursting running. Most entries are secured through qualifying races, although there are some limited ballot places available to adventurous thrillseekers.
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“You wil never know your limits until you push yourself to them.”
DRAGON’S BACK RACE The legendary Berghaus Dragon’s Back Race follows the mountainous spine of Wales from Conwy Castle to Carreg Cennen Castle. This incredible five day journey is approximately 300 kilometers long with 16,000 meters of ascent across wild, trackless, remote and mountainous terrain. During five days of castle-to-castle “trail running” across the Welsh wilderness, runners will cover about 186 miles and climb roughly 51,000 feet over unmarked and often trackless craggy, terrain. There are checkpoints along the way, but how racers get to each one is up to them. The race, which runs the length of Wales from North to South was first held in 1992 and recently started again after a 20-year hiatus. Fast runners should be prepared to be on their feet for eight hours a day, and to navigate in rainy, low-visibility conditions. In 2012, 85 people started the race while only 32 crossed the finish line.
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RACE ACROSS AMERICA
INDITAROD TRAIL INVITATIONAL, ALASKA Many people have heard of the famous February Iditarod dogsled race covering over 1,000 miles of snow and ice. But lesser known (and even physically tougher) is the Iditarod Trail Invitational a self-supported human footrace held simultaneously along the dogsled course. This is the world’s longest ultra-marathon following the historic Iditarod Trail from Knik, Alaska over the Alaska Range to McGrath and to Nome in late February every year one week before the Iditarod Dog Sled Race. This arduous event requires nerves of steel to finish over the 30 (or more days) it will take you to move from Anchorage to Nome, Alaska. The short race (350 miles) finishes in the interior village of McGrath on the Kuskokwim River and the 1,000 mile race finishes in Nome. Racers have to finish the 350 mile race in a previous year before they can enter the 1,000 mile race. On top
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The 3,000 mile Race Across America is a long-running transcontinental cycling challenge that takes athletes from Oceanside, California to Annapolis, Maryland. This is widely recognized as the world’s toughest endurance bicycle race. With long distance road races gaining popularity, this non-stop epic ride takes the cake. Open to solo racers as well as 2, 4, and 8 person teams. Solo racers must qualify by completing one of 30 qualifying events worldwide. They have to contend with mountains, wind-swept plains, dogs, vehicles, and everything in between. Traveling with a support team, they must endure bad drivers, saddle sores, bad weather, physical and
mental exhaustion, and bike problems; however there is no qualification required for teams. Stories of athletes taking hard falls because they fell asleep on the bike due to exhaustion become in fact, true in this case. If you think that this sounds like a great way to see the country, just remember that you’re going to be riding through the night, so you’d
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better buy a good set of lights. On the upside, RAAM attracts an international field, competitors from over 35 countries have participated in the annual race and it has become an outstanding platform for racing money for charitable causes raising $2.5 million annually.
PLAIN 100 Considered as Washington’s Cascades, 35 runners a year attempt 100 unsupported miles on remote trails and forest service roads. There have been just over 100 finishers since the race started in 1997, and on four occasions no one completed the full distance. Expect to be totally self-sufficient and play by the rules. “You receive nothing from no one”, the website reads. There are no aid stations or pacers, and runners who drop out have to figure out how to get back to civilization on their own. Plain is considered a graduatelevel 100 course and we can definitely see why.
of the $1,200 entry fee, racers (sans previous finishers) must post a $750 additional bond. The bond gets donated to Iditarod if the racer asks for help from Iditarod trail crews (except in lifethreatening or serious injury situations). Talk about motivation!
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CYCLING
HOW CYCLING MAKES YOU HAPPIER We already know cycling is great for physical fitness, but did you know it also has profound effects on your happiness?
WARDS OFF DEPRESSION A recent study at the University of Bern suggests that physical activity leads to the same neurophysiological changes as antidepressants. Mental health conditions such as depression, stress, and anxiety, can be reduced by regular bike riding. This is due to the effects of the exercise itself, and because of the enjoyment that riding a bike can bring.
REDUCES STRESS Any regular exercise can reduce stress and depression and improve well-being and self-esteem. Cycling outdoors is also a good way to be one with nature and to feel the breath of the earth. It takes one’s mind out of everyday life stresses and rejuvenates the soul.
BOOSTS BRAINPOWER Think about a typical ride and everything that goes through your head whether consciously or unconsciously:
how to negotiate the gravelly corner, bunny hop that log, or navigate your way home on unfamiliar roads. So how does that make you smarter? Using your brain in these different ways while riding results in increased cognitive control, and stimulates the parts of the brain that regulate executive function, decision making (things like that). It’s like doing Sudoko—but at warp speeds— which is great for keeping your brain healthy. This is not a new idea by any stretch: work done by Charles Hillman at the University of Illinois in 2007 showed that exercise (and cycling is one of the best exercises!) boosts brainpower and helps to stave off Alzheimer’s in older people, while parallel work being done at the University of Georgia by Phil Tomporowski showed that kids are even more positively impacted –and that exercise can help control issues like ADD/ ADHD.
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you catch some quality shuteye once you hit the pillow. Stanford University School of Medicine researchers asked sedentary insomnia sufferers to cycle for 20-30 minutes every other day. Cycling outside exposes you to daylight, says Professor Jim Horne from Longborough University’s Sleep Research Centre, “This helps get your circadian rhythm back in sync, and also rids your body of cortisol, the stress hormone that can prevent deep, regenerative sleep”.
MAKES YOU FRIENDLIER Riding a bike can help keep your social life active. If you join a cycling club and hit the trails weekly or monthly, this will give you opportunities to bond with other people of your age group or outside of your age group. It will broaden your experiences and perspective. And it provides a very social and active environment.
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IRONMAN 70.3 MIDDLE EAST CHAMPIONSHIP BAHRAIN The Middle East flagship race saw Bahrain’s first ever Ironman race; hundreds of people flying to the country to cheer on the participants; and the exciting million-dollar win of Daniela Ryf of the Nasser bin Hamad Triple Crown Award.
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he show-stopping flagship Ironman race culminates in the run of these athletes’ lives.
As part of the iconic Ironman Triathlon series, the flagship race in the Middle East did not disappoint. It started off with a very interesting announcement: the swim event was cancelled due to high winds and strong currents. “Triathlon is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, and there has been an increasing number of athletes from the Middle East racing on the Ironman European tour consistently for the past few years” says Thomas Dieckhoff, Ironman Europe, Middle East, and Africa CEO. The next step, which was to establish an Ironman Middle East Championship was only logical. Andrew Messick, Ironman CEO says “We are delighted to be able to establish Ironman 70.3 races in the Gulf region that is an emerging hotbed for triathlon”. The race that happened was a glittering hotbed of elite athletes, celebrities, and royalty as the Bahraini nation watched the first ever Ironman run. HM King Hamad Al Khalifa conferred the Appreciation Medal on HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and congratulated him on winning an advanced position during the prestigious international race as well as for the outstanding organization of the world sports event which is a bid to project the honourable image of the Kingdom and its ability to organize mega sporting events that attract the world’s best athletes. HM stressed that such a key sporting event has attracted a massive audience, and reflected fair competition. He noted that sports events offer platforms to foster mutual understanding, friendship, and cooperation among athletes of the world. James Cunnama, one of the podium finishers said “The whole sport will just go to the next level and I think that’s exciting to see”. The Middle East Championship Bahrain offers 40 age-group qualification slots for the 2016 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Sunshine Coast, Australia and the top 10 Bahrainis all get a slot as a gift from Ironman!
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PRO ATHLETES - MALE
GOLD BART AERNOUTS King of The Desert
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Bart is a man on the move in He started his 2014 Ironman long-distance triathlon. One of season with a second place in the youngest members on the the Ironman 70.3 Mallorca. On UPLACE-BMC team, Bart already June 29, he won his first fullhas an accomplished career distance title, Ironman France. in duathlon under his belt. It He then went on to win his first took him five years to go from a European Championship 70.3 Belgian title in the U23 (2005) to in Wiesbaden. Finishing 3 world becoming world champion short championships at the top 10, distance in 2010. As a member Bart is indisputedly, one of the of the 2011-2013 Uplace Pro-Trimost consistent triathletes in the athlon team, Bart made his mark world. on long distance triathlon with As a former top duathlete, 70.3 wins Bart was the in Antwerp, fastest runner “I just try to improve Syracuse, in the Kona every year, and that’s Pocono race, and this what you need in this Mountains, has definitely South paid off in the growing sport. I really Africa, and Middle East like the tough race and I ChampionSt. Polten. He was also ship with aim for the podium!” the world Bart going champion first, and in short distance as well as the going fast. Bart says “I just try to 2013 Horst ETU Powerman Long improve every year, and that’s Distance Sprint Duathlon Eurowhat you need in this growing pean Champion. sport. I really like the tough race With an impressive second and I aim for the podium!” He place in the 2013 Ironman Nice had a breathtaking bike ride on and an 8th place in the 2013 the Bahrain course at 1:55:14 Ironman Hawaii, Bart has his and was still able to manage a sights set on a place among the 1:14:00 half marathon. sport’s best in the full distance.
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SILVER RUEDI WILD
Swiss Olympian
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DEC 2015 The year the first Ironman 70.3 in the Middle East was held in Bahrain.
1M USD The price purse of Nasser bin Hamad Triple Crown that Daniela Ryf won. She was then called the ‘Million Dollar Baby’.
“No camel nor a lap on the F1 cicuit today, but still very happy with my end season race and the real joys of life” Ruedi was attracted to the sport of triathlon in 1991 because of its diversity. He used to be a professional skier up to 2001, then made the switch to triathlon. Ruedi also likes alpine and cross-country skiing, mountain-biking, ice-hockey, and tennis. He holds a Masters degree in Economics from the University of Zurich. His proudest moment was winning the European Championships U23 in Sofia/ Bulgaria in 2005. He also won Ironman 70.3 Switzerland 2015. Taking a look at Ruedi’s results in 2015, you will hardly find a race where he has not finished in the Top 5. Mainly competing on the 70.3 distance and 5150 ITU races, Ruedi is a sure bet for the podium in every race. He has been a Swiss champion several times on the Olympic distance, a participant of the Olympic games in London 2012 and winner of several international 70.3 races. Ruedi is surely one of the best athletes in his sport.
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“This sport never stops teaching you. Don’t get caught up in one bad performance because it may be exactly what you need to reach your best one”. James is a professional triathlete who competes mostly in long-course, Ironman, and Ironman 70.3 triathlons. He is one-half of triathlon’s fastest couple together with his girlfriend, Jodie Swallow. Together, they are part of the legendary Bahrain Endurance 13. James comes from a sports-minded family with both parents having completed multiple Comrades and Dusi Canoe marathons. He himself discovered the joys of long-distance running at an early age. James says “I love my long run. Off-road, early morning, there is nothing better”. He soon discovered that the longer the race, the better he fared, having a talent for endurance sports. This man has the commitment for consistency and hard work. Ironically, it’s the easy sessions that he struggles to get through. Says James “I guess I just love pushing myself”. He placed first in Ironman 70.3 Cozumel, Challenge Walchsee, Challenge Roth, Rev3 Quassy Half, Ironman Florida, Ironman 70.3 Austin, Texas, Rev3 Cedar Point, Ohio and Alpe d’Huez, France.
BRONZE JAMES CUNNAMA Star of South Africa
oldest athelete that took part in Ironman 70.3 Bahrain. His name is Lew Hollander.
JAN 2016 The second Ironman 70.3 in the Midle East will be held in Dubai on 29th of January 2016.
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DANIELA RYF - GOLD & RECIPIENT OF NASSER BIN HAMAD TRIPLE CROWN
MILLION-DOLLAR BABY
“Pain is my friend. It is the sign that I’m taking things to the next level. It tells me that my body and I are crossing a threshold I’ve never reached before” - Daniela Ryf
When she crossed the finish line at the Zurich Ironman competition in first place in July 2014, she said “That’s when I began to believe that Ironman could be my thing”. The Swiss IRONMAN champion took the win at the inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 Middle East Championship in Bahrain. In the last race of the season, Daniela puts an exclamation mark on her unparalleled winning streak of the year. She blazed to a 2:07:28 split for a short-run, and a 56-mile bike leg that gave her a 2-minute lead. Then she went on a very fast 1:18:48 run to finish in 3:28:20 with a large lead on the second and third placers Caroline and Asa. Leading the race from start to finish, adding yet another title to her impressive resume, winner of the inaugural Nasser bin Hamad Triple Crown prize purse of one million US dollars the highest prize purse in the sport of triathlon. Daniela says, “This is an amazing moment in my career— and I hope for triathlon”. She won the first race of the Triple Crown series in Dubai in February, followed by a victory at the 2015 Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Zell am See-Kaprun in
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August culminating in the million dollar win in Bahrain. Since 2013, she has been crowned European champion twice, and world champion once over the middle distance, European champion over the Olympic distance and European Ironman champion. She trains up to seven hours a day to make that happen. Daniela has gained the respect of the sporting community even if she is just a little over two years old in the scene. Brett Sutton, her comrade at Bahrain Endurance 13 says “So proud at how the Angry Bird @danielaryf handled the pressure. ” It is safe to say that this girl has dominated long distance triathlon in 2015 as no woman has ever done before. Her margins of victory in the season’s five biggest races leave no question of her absolute mastery. She won Challenge Dubai by 4:20, Ironman Frankfurt by 10:58, Ironman 70.3 Worlds by 11:33, the Ironman World Championship by 13:02, and the Ironman 70.3 Middle East Championship Bahrain by 9:25. Daniela ends her stellar year undefeated and a world champion twice over.
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SILVER CAROLINE STEFFEN
Xena, the Warrior Princess
BRONZE ASA LUNDSTROM Swiss Miss
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Caroline is a pro-triathlete from Switzerland. She is the winner of the 2010 and 2012 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championship. Before competing as a pro triathlete, she was a member of the Lifeforce Pro Cycling Team. She earned her moniker because she was always ready to go to “war” on a race. Ultimately, Caroline is the epitome of sportsmanship. She won her first major race, the Ironman 70.3 Geelong in 2010 and highlighted that year with a win at the ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships finishing with a second place at the Ironman World Championships. In 2012, she placed second in the Ironman World Championships at Kona. She has also captured 1st place finishes at Challenge Roth, Ironman 70.3 Philippines and Ironman Melbourne. She is a 2x World champion, a 5x Ironman champion, a 20x Ironman 70.3 champion, and a winner of Challenge Roth. Steffen said she was happy that she could put on a strong performance in the Middle East Championships just one week after finishing second at Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney. “I never did back-toback races so that was a pretty good experience”. Caroline’s Ironman race strategy is simple: just go for it. The consistent Kona performer says that at this point she has nothing to lose and likes her position as a darkhorse athlete. Her strong bike leg and willingness to push her limits make her a fierce racer wherever she competes.
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“I want to be so good that the best girls in the world will get a bit nervous when they see my name on the start list”
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Asa is a 2x Ironman champion and Swedish Ironman record holder. She tried triathlon for the first time in 2009 and spent her first season of dedicated training for the sport in 2010. Her favourite discipline is biking, especially on the hills. Asa says “It’s a great feeling to know that you’re developing and to know that there is more to develop”. She adds “I want to be so good that the best girls in the world will get a bit nervous when they see my name on the start list”. She’s a well-rounded person studying medicine at the University of Southern Denmark as well as working as a fitness instructor for LesMills training concept. She has always been very sporty, practicing xc-skiing. In 2012 she won in Kalmar, the Ironman Sweden and in 2013, the Erstaustragung Ironman LakeTahoe which gave her a qualifying spot in the 2014 Ironman Hawaii where she finished 17th, the fastest Swede in the competition. As one of the rising talents in the triathlon world, Asa says “I am not paying the triathlon world a visit. I have come here to stay”.
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Raed got the nickname “The Punisher” because whenever he would be defeated in a competition, he would rise up and the next time win against his rival. This get-up-and-go attitude inspired his trainer and sponsor, Sami, to crown him “The Punisher”.
RAED THE PUNISHER KING OF KINGS
Bodybuilding is one of the toughest sports played by some of the world’s toughest people. Just think about Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jean Claude van Damme, and Sylvester Stallone.
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ver the past decade, bodybuilding has quickly gained a reputation as one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Once, only existent in male beauty pageants, it has quickly built its reputation as a legitimate sport with its own governing body, so much so that even women bodybuilders are the norm rather than the exception nowadays. Bodybuilding is the use of progressive resistance exercise to control and develop one’s musculature. An individual who engages in this activity is referred to as a bodybuilder. In competitive amateur and professional bodybuilding, the bodybuilders appear in lineups doing specified poses, and later performing individual posing routines, for a panel of judges who rank competitors based on criteria such as symmetry, muscularity, and conditioning. The father of modern bodybuilding,
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Eugen Sandow created the “flex and pose” formulas around which modern bodybuilding competitions revolve. Sandow was the perfect gracilian, a standard of ideal body proportion close to those of ancient Greek and Roman statues. Bodybuilders are judged by how closely they matched those proportions. Bodybuilders prepare for the competition through a combination of dehydration, fat loss, oils and tanning (or tanning lotions) which make their muscular definition more distinct. Wellknown bodybuilders include Charles Atlas, Steve Reeves, Reg Park, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Lou Ferrigno. In Bahrain, Blacksmith’s Gym, owned by the legendary bodybuilder, Sami Al Hadad has built its own stable of athletes who have competed both locally and internationally. One of its progeny, Raed the Punisher, was crowned with the ultimate bodybuilding award, the King of Kings.
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won the gold medal in his weight class in Bahrain and Asia.
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won the King of Kings award
Raed started bodybuilding from 1999 until 2003. From there, he stopped training for six years, until the love of the sport drew him back in 2009. In his first comeback year, he won the gold medal in his weight class in Bahrain and Asia. In 2010, he won the gold medal in the Gulf Olympic Games, and the bronze in Asia. It continued year after year, until this year, he won the King of Kings title this 2015. He recounts this as one of the toughest competitions he has ever took part in because only the best of the best were able to compete for this title. As a professional bodybuilder and personal trainer, Raed tries to make fitness his lifestyle. He says “Everytime you develop yourself, you also develop your clients”.
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1 Bragging Rights
Doing your first triathlon basically entitles you to bragging rights. There is no one out there who will not be even just a little bit impressed if you have tried a triathlon!
2 Discovery
Triathlons are a great opportunity to push yourself to the max. The things that you can achieve may actually surprise you. Every time you train, you surprise yourself by learning something new about the sport, about your insecurities, and just how capable you are.
3 Travel
Triathlons happen all over the world. So this is your chance to travel while keeping fit. Try your tri in beautiful and exotic destinations like Thailand or the Philippines. Closer to home there’s a triathlon in Dubai and Qatar.
4 Variation
Most athletes start to do triathlon because they’re bored with just running or swimming. Now they can do three events in one race!
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Young 5 Feels Try to ride your bike down a hill and not feel like a kid on a carnival. We dare you!
6 Glowing Skin
Since training and racing a try gives your body a daily detox, your skin becomes radiant as a result. Try it!
7 Mental
strength
When you’re hundreds of yards out in the open ocean with no life vest, you quickly realize that there’s no one out there to rely on but yourself. Then you discover that YOU actually have YOUR back.
There are so many reasons to try TRI. We’ve talked to people who wanted to continue having a goal, to people who want to lose weight. Check out below some of the coolest reasons to try a new sport this year.
8 Cool People
Triathlons give you a chance to meet like-minded, adventurous people with a zest for life. Tri-clubs and races are a great opportunity to meet people; from people you train with, to people you meet on race day during race briefings, everyone is really supportive. Throughout the race, you will find people shouting words of encouragement. Marshalls are also super supportive because everyone wants you to cross that finish line with a smile on your face.
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basically cheap therapy but swimming ranks up there as one of the best and most painless therapeutic experiences. See your troubles float away as you swim in the pool or open water during your training/ competition.
10 Being an
Inspiration
Once you cross that finish line, you become an inspiration to other people because it doesn’t matter how old, young or fat you are; whoever you are, you can definitely do a triathlon.
Therapy- Sports is
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EPICURIOUS SIGHTINGS Petalo Café is a garden boutique café with a cosmopolitan Victorian vibe.
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ucked away in a fashionable street in the heart of Riffa is a gem of a café. The semiprivate dining area with chic Victorian accents boasts of impeccable service and sensational food. The atmosphere is very warm, welcoming, and elegant. You will enjoy the workmanship that went into the restaurant. Even the washrooms are a work of art. Whoever designed this restaurant should get many stars. Floor to ceiling windows surround the main dining area so you can gaze out at the busy streets. Carefully chosen paintings and objet’s d art dot the charming inside as well as the outdoor dining area. The outdoor dining area is cool and windswept, reminiscent of a Parisian café’. It’s a place to bring friends and family for a leisurely breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The servers are friendly and know the menu inside and out and would look after you very well. The menu is an eclectic French-Italian with a Mediterranean touch. The team of cooks care about the food in this place. And the food is fabulous!
House Specialty - Rack of Lamb The house specialty, the rack of lamb, is divine! Served on a bed of mashed potatoes and gravy; it is succulent, tender, and tasty, it gives justice to the name rack of lamb. Ingredients are fresh, and cooked to perfection: a tender, juicy, flavourful explosion. The mustard and herb crust has a nice consistency. A simple mixture of Herbs de Provence (rosemary, marjoram, basil, bay leaf, thyme, lavender) with breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and a pinch of cayenne over the seared lamb with mustard is just fabulous. No overwhelming flavors here, only a delicate balance of taste and texture. A simply
prepared rack of lamb like this and a bottle of Bordeaux is classic. Pair it with a green salad for a complete meal. Delicious enough for company, this is a dining experience not to be missed. Top quality, full of flavor, and akin to a Michelin style restaurant. Petalo Café is an excellent fine-dining establishment that deserves multiple trips as the food, service, and atmosphere are consistently good. This is a great place for a quiet, unhurried meal with professional, attentive service and delicious food in a pleasing ambiance. If you’ve been here several times, you’ll find that the food just keeps getting better and better. They switch or add variations to their menu every few months so you’re bound to find something that will interest your palate.
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SKIN CARE
FOODS FOR PERFECT SKIN They say food is medicine, but did you know that they also have cosmetic value? Eat your way to better skin with these superfoods. ALMONDS Almonds are stuffed with Vitamin E, a potent sun blocker. Vitamin E helps to protect skin cells from UV light and other environmental factors that generate cell-damaging free radicals. Eat about 20 almonds to benefit from this vitamin. Alternatively, you can substitute 2 tbsp peanut butter or ½ cup broccoli.
LEMON Lemon aids with digestion by increasing the secretion of bile from the liver, while also acting as a strengthening agent for the liver’s enzymes. Any support to the liver, which is our primary detoxifying organ, is going to help clear up acne in the long run.
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PEPPERMINT
Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C, which helps keep the skin firm and taut, by aiding collagen production. They also contain lycopene: the red pigment which not only gives them their bright red color, but also stimulates skin circulation and fight free radicals. It also helps reduce sun damage.
It’s really hard to pick fault with a steaming cup of peppermint tea, which is known for its potent healing and calming properties. Not only can it help to aid digestion, relieve stress a common acne aggravator— treat headaches and clear sinuses, but its seriously good for the skin too. Try swapping it in for your usual cup of coffee.
WATERCRESS The leafy greens are jammed full of antioxidants as well as the minerals manganese, carotene, and potassium. This makes watercress a powerful cleansing agent, nourishing the skin while helping to flush out toxins and excess fluids in the process! Jackpot!
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WATER The body is made up of so much water. You need to drink as much as possible to flush out the system. The skin is an eliminating organ, so any time there is toxicity in the body, it will eliminate through the skin. If water tastes too… plain, add some lemon. Not only does it give a nice kick, it’s really great for your skin.
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NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FOR A HEALTHIER
Every year we plan on losing weight, getting more exercise, eating better food but by February all those resolutions are forgotten. Start small and sustain your growth with these simple resolutions that will make you fitter and healthier.
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LOSE WEIGHT But don’t expect overnight success!
A lot of New Year’s resolutions fall apart when people don’t see instant results. But losing weight is a lifestyle commitment and not a crash dieting concerto. Use a food journal to keep track of what you eat and have a support group around you to keep you from making excuses not to hit the treadmill.
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HOLD A PLANK A very manageable fitness resolution that most people can stick to is holding a plank every morning, first thing out of bed. If you can spend one minute brushing your teeth, you can definitely find one minute to hold a plank. Planks are truly one of the best exercises ever: they work your core and your entire body. Start from 30 seconds and build up to one minute. By doing this first thing in the morning, you remind yourself to stay active all day.
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You can curb your sugar cravings by filling up on healthy, protein-rich meals. So more protein means that you can stop reaching for those chocolates!
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“Transformation isn’t a future event, it’s a present day activity.”
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TRY SUGAR ALTERNATIVES OR SKIP IT ENTIRELY!
Refined sugar is a big cause of worry to the health conscious folks and with good reason! This sugar is made up mostly of empty calories without the minerals or nutrients which are present in the sugar beet or cane. Try substituting sugar with stevia (a natural plant extract), which is dried so it looks like icing sugar, and also agave syrup—an ideal replacement for honey or golden syrup. Try having your coffee or tea without sugar, its not going to kill you. And you get the full benefits of these healthful drinks without the danger of getting diabetes.
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A little pressure now and again won’t kill us; in fact short bouts of stress give us an energy boost. But if stress is chronic, it can increase your risk of or worsen, insomnia, depression, obesity, heart disease, and more. Long work hours, little sleep, no exercise, poor diet, and not spending time with family and friends can contribute to stress, says Roberta Lee, MD, an integrative medicine specialist at Beth Israel Medical Center. Relaxation, sleep, socializing, and taking vacations are all things we tell ourselves we deserve but dont make time for.
QUIT SMOKING
EAT LESS… AND MORE OFTEN
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It’s sure that you don’t want to have lung disease, and you don’t want people around you to get it either! If you quit smoking, you’re doing your friends and family a big favour plus you’ll be saving major bucks!
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Stop eating three large meals a day and instead tuck into six smaller dishes which will increase your metabolism and promote energy levels. A filling breakfast like porridge or eggs will help keep you fuller for longer too.
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AR E Y NEW ART ST W E N
WAYS TO LOSE
Belly Fat
Love handles may be cute, but they might spell your doom. (Research shows that a thick girth is indicative of heart disease and diabetes). Here’s how to nix the belly fat once and for all.
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or men especially, keeping a slim midsection seems to be a losing battle as one gets older. In fact, the average man is about 24 pounds heavier today than men in 1960, according to a study by The State of Obesity in the United States—and the figures are rising. And though you may have seen slimmer days, it’s not all downhill from here. And there are many reasons to aim for washboard abs. Consider this: when white fat expands in your abdomen, nestling deep among your organs, it sets you up for some serious heart trouble. This type of fat, called visceral fat, churns out stress hormones like cortisol and inflammatory substances called cytokines that affect the body’s production of insulin. The result: You’re looking at increased risk of Type 2 Diabetes and heart disease. The fact of the matter is that battling the bulge takes different strategies and approaches depending on your genetics, your metabolism, your willpower, etc. But with trial and error, putting in more workout as compared to the food you put in, you can finally unsheathe those abs.
NEVER STOP MOVING There’s one thing to like about visceral fat: It yields fairly easily to aerobic exercise. Vaporizing calories via running, biking, swimming—anything that gets your heartrate up— wins over resistance training when it comes to getting rid of the stuff.
EAT MORE PROTEIN About 25-30% of the calories in each gram of protein are burned in digestion, compared to only 6-8% of the calories in carbs. Do the math: you save 41 calories every time you substitute 50 grams of protein for an equal amount of carbs.
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form of palm oil (saturated) or sunflower oil (polyunsaturated), the former gained more visceral fat while the latter gained more muscle mass and less body fat.
READ LABELS Avoid foods with “highfructose corn syrup” in the ingredients list. Since 1971, consumption of this sugar substitute—which is used to sweeten soda, commercial baked goods, and even condiments—has increased more than 350% in the United States alone, paralleling the rise in obesity.
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Obese people who consumed a tablespoon or two of vinegar daily for eight weeks showed significant decreases in body fat, particularly visceral fat, according to a 2009 Japanese study. One theory is that the acetic acid in the vinegar produces proteins that burn up fat, says Pamela
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EMBRACE YARDWORK View any type of physical activity—even those you try to avoid, such as mowing the lawn—as a chance to burn fat and condition your body.
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DO THE YOGA Postmenopausal women who tried yoga for 16 weeks reported significant reductions in visceral fat says a study published in 2012. This is because it lowers the levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which is linked to belly fat.
Once a week, watch a movie that inspires you to exercise. Examples: Rocky (for the gym), American Flyers (for cycling), and Chariots of Fire and Without Limits (both for running).
GET EIGHT HOURS OF SLEEP Sleeping less than eight hours a night increases visceral fat levels according to a 2010 Wake Forest University Study, which is one more reason to snooze.
AND MAKE IT A ROUTINE Women who wake up and go to bed at the same time each evening have lower levels of body fat according to a recent study in Brigham Young University. Chaotic sleep habits cause your internal clock to go haywire, which in turn causes your body to secrete fat storing hormones like cortisol.
BREAK A RECORD Challenge yourself to run farther in the same amount of time—even if its just onetenth of a mile, every single workout. This ensures you’re always burning more calories from one workout to the next.
SMASH YOUR DINNER PLATES And buy smaller ones. That way, even if you fill a plate to capacity, you’re ultimately eating less than you would likely pile on your existing platters.
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MAKE GREEN TEA YOUR BEST FRIEND Moderate exercisers who stocked up on the antioxidants found in green tea, called catechins, were more likely to lose abdominal fat while exercising than those who didn’t take them.
MYTH BUSTER MYTH: The only answer to a flat stomach is dieting
FACT: Dieting definitely
helps one to reduce weight and lose body fat, provided you are eating the right fruits and vegetables. However, it is not the only thing that you can resort to. For a properly toned body, you would need to include abdominal exercises in your daily routine as well.
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This monthly feature will answer reader’s questions from top medical and fitness experts All, your medical questions, answered. This month, we interview Dr. Yousuf Sharif of Ibn Al Nafees Hospital to get a glimpse of some common physical injuries.
COMMON INJURIES POWER UP: What are the
common physical injuries that you encounter as a doctor?
DR. YOUSUF: In terms of
ordinary physical complaints: spinal injuries are the most common, and this includes lower back pain and neck pain. In terms of sports injuries, ankle sprains are the most common.
POWER UP: What are the common causes of physical injuries? DR. YOUSUF: It’s funny that physical injuries used to be caused by general abuse of the body (overwork, lifting too heavy weights, and etc.). Now, its caused by people not moving at all, a sedentary lifestyle.
POWER UP: Tell us a
little bit more about physiotherapy, what is the common procedure when you have a patient?
DR. YOUSUF: First, we examine the patient, and then there’s an X-Ray involved, an MRI image and in some cases maybe even a special test because the injury we are looking at may not be the injury we are expecting, it may be something else completely different. POWER UP: How much
time does it take for a common injury to heal?
DR. YOUSUF: Depending on the level of the injury, it can take generally four to six sessions or even longer, maybe eight. However, I have sat through some cases which only took two sessions, and sometimes only one. So it would really depend on the type of injury, the body’s mobility, and etc. POWER UP: What is the importance of physical therapy to an injured person?
DR. YOUSUF: Physical therapy allows patients to retain their full body functions and this is really important if you want to live a long, active, and fulfilling life. NEXT ISSUE: HEART HEALTH 60 | PowerUp | January 2016
DR. YOUSUF SHARIF Resident Physiotherapist of Ibn Al Nafees Hospital
POWER UP: Do you
agree that people who experience severe back/ neck pains can help themselves through videos/ books/ exercises without the need of a physiotherapist?
DR. YOUSUF: Technology is a double-edged sword. People can try to help themselves with these exercises but without consulting a physiotherapist, it might just make their condition worse. So the mix of consultation and moderate self-help is ideal. POWER UP: What are
the current trends in physiotherapy that is being highlighted in Ibn Nafees?
DR. YOUSUF: Well, there is tri-needling which is a revisionist form of acupuncture, where you highlight (needle) certain trigger points, instead of the meridian points. This is one thing that could possibly see a trend this year because it eases physical pain. For information: Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital Tel. no. +973 1782 8282
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Trends Be in the know and stay in shape by trying one or more of these fitness trends.
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2016 TRENDS
FITNESS WEARABLE TECH Introduced just a few years ago, wearable technology includes fitness trackers, smart watches, heart rate monitors, and GPS tracking devices. Examples include fitness and activity trackers from Misfit, Garmin, Jawbone, and Fitbit. Some analysts predict that the wearable technology market will sell more than 485 million devices by
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2016. Trending products include smart glasses and smart fabrics and interactive textiles. According to a 2014 study by Forbes, 71% of 16 to 24 year olds want wearable technology. Put simply, wearables are the biggest new innovation in technology since the smartphone—and the possibilities are endless.
with blades, which exposes the produce to air and speeds up oxidation. Because of this, pressed juices have more fiber and even a little protein. Initially, cold-pressed juice was used for juice cleanses and the popularity of these, and juice bars is on the rise.
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HIGHINTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING (HIIT)
FUNCTIONAL FITNESS
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COLD-PRESSED FRUIT JUICES
Cold pressed juicers are fast becoming popular. These machines extract juice by pressing and grinding fruits and vegetables without adding heat, hence the term “cold-pressed”. The juice retains more nutrients because fruits and vegetables aren’t shredded
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Functional fitness is using strength training to improve balance, coordination, force, power, and endurance to enhance someone’s ability to perform activities of daily living. Typically, functional fitness is paired with fitness programs for older adults and in clinical programs to replicate activities done around the home.
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High intensity interval training typically involves short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by a
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short period of rest or recovery and typically takes less than 30 minutes to perform. Many clients like this
type of program because of its short time-frame. This exercise remains popular in many gyms all over the world.
MARATHONS, TRIATHLONS
There’s something incredibly special about running and finishing a marathon and triathlon, having completed one you can check a major accomplishment off your bucket list. Becoming a marathoner or a triathlete is a legitimate life goal, and for good reason: you’ll get in the best shape of your life. Most training plans include interval workouts and long runs, which improve both aerobic endurance and your speed.
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HIGH-PROTEIN BARS, POWDERS, AND SHAKES
The best way to get your daily protein is through whole food, but this isn’t always practical or possible. Enter supplement manufacturers to help you meet your daily protein needs with the convenience of bars and powders. Protein bars and shakes provide an easy hit of protein after a workout, when your appetite doesn’t
always tolerate a full meal. Protein replacement foods help elderly adults get the amino acids they need to maintain muscle mass—especially if they have slight appetites. In a pinch, protein bars and shakes can serve as meal replacements when you’re on the go.
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JUICING
BENEFITS OF JUICING
ESSENTIAL BENEFITS OF DRINKING WATER, STAYING HYDRATED
An easy way to get more Vitamins and minerals into your diet, juicing has potential benefits for you and your kids.
COMBAT FATIGUE You can’t run on all four cylinders if you are dehydrated. Water is one of the most important sources of energy for your body. It helps cells complete important enzymatic activities which contribute to good sleep, restoration of bodily systems, and the production of ample energy to get you through your day.
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SUPPLIES NUTRIENTS TO THE BODY
The number of households that cook 3 meals a day is on the decline. Mothers have jobs and the pantry is filled with ready-made processed foods. Many people eat all their meals out. This environment makes it difficult for people to get proper nutrients. People try to compensate by taking multivitamins but if they drink juice, they will get the most nutrients which are better absorbed by the body. “Although it is better to eat than to drink fruits and vegetables, it is better to drink them than not to have them at all”; says Dr. David Katz, director of the Yale University Prevention Research Center.
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GROWTH BOOSTER
The key in healthy diet is to eat all the food groups including meat, vegetables, fruits, grains, nuts, etc. Nutrients are not stored in our body for later use. Except for fat, most nutrients get used up or excreted. This is critically important to children. Their growing bodies need a complete supply of nutrients through balanced meals and fruit/ vegetable juices.
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DETOXIFIER
Juicing is an amazing way to detoxify and cleanse your body. Your body works hard everyday, digesting and processing all the food you consume, plus all the other stresses you put on yourself that your body has to deal
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with. Since fresh juices have already been pre-digested (the fibre has been removed), drinking fresh juice regularly can give your body the break it needs to focus on healing other parts of you that it otherwise doesn’t have the time or energy to address.
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EAT HEALTHIER
Over time, drinking fresh juices actually re-formats your taste buds, and you start to naturally feel attracted to eating a wider variety of fruits and vegetables—even the ones you previously disliked. Try it with kids who won’t eat their veggies—you’ll be amazed.
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IMMUNE SYSTEM CHARGER
The immune system once it has absorbed juice will be supercharged with concentrated phytochemicals. It also contains biophotonic light energy, which can help revitalize your body.
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ENERGIZER
When your body has an abundance of the nutrients it needs, and your pH is optimally balanced, you feel energized. Since it can be utilized by your body immediately, those who juice report feeling the “kick” of energy almost instantly.
REDUCE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE When the body is fully hydrated, the blood is approximately 92% water. This helps to keep the blood moving freely through the veins and arteries, helping to prevent high blood pressure along with other cardiovascular ailments. CLEANSES TOXINS FROM YOUR BODY Your kidneys need water to filter waste from the blood and excrete it in urine. Keeping hydrated may also help prevent urinary tract infections and kidney stones. If you are severely dehydrated, your kidneys may stop working, causing toxins to build up in your body.
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Heartburn Remedies Heartburn is triggered when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, and it can make you feel as though someone has lit a small bonfire in your chest. Try these natural home remedies and lifestyle changes to get relief.
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WATCH WHAT YOU EAT
Avoid specific foods that trigger your heartburn, but also watch out for alcohol, peppermint, caffeine, sodas, chocolate, citrus fruits and juices, tomatoes, onions, and high-fat foods. Eat more fiber to keep your digestive tract moving and healthy. Try eating five or six small meals a day rather than three big ones. Eating too much at once is a big heartburn trigger.
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WATCH WHEN YOU EAT
Push away the plate at least two or three hours before bedtime so your stomach has a chance to empty before you lie down.
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WATCH HOW YOU EAT
Eat slowly, taking smaller bites. Relax. Feeling stressed when eating in a rush can cause the stomach to produce more acids.
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STAY UPRIGHT AFTER EATING
This reduces the risk of acid creeping up your esophagus. You’ll also want to avoid bending over or straining to lift heavy objects.
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USE ALOE JUICE
Aloe, a plant usually used to soothe burns, can do the same thing for stomachs. Aloe vera juice reduces inflammation so “it quiets down any inflammation that is in the esophagus as well as the stomach”.
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LOSE WEIGHT
Heartburn often just gets worse as you gain weight. Excess abdominal fat can press against the stomach, forcing acids up into the esophagus but losing as little as two and a half pounds can help reduce heartburn symptoms. Follow a diet and exercise program to shed extra pounds.
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BAKING SODA
Old wives’ tales will tell you the best way to beat heartburn is with a little sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). Since baking soda is a base, it helps neutralize stomach acid. Dr. Jacqueline Wolf, associate professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School recommends mixing between ½ and 1 teaspoon of baking soda with a glass of water.
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LOOSEN YOUR BELT
You could be having an episode of heartburn because tight clothing is binding your stomach. Ditch the skin-tight jeans. Tight clothes put added pressure on the abdomen.
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CHEW GUM
Besides eliminating garlic breath, chewing gum after a meal might have its advantages. It may sound strange, but gum stimulates the production of saliva, which is an acid buffer. Plus, chewing gum makes you swallow more often, which pushes those nasty acids back out of your esophagus.
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TOSS THE CIGARETTES
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GET MORE ACID
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EAT A BANANA OR AN APPLE
Smoking can reduce the effectiveness of the muscle that keeps acids in the stomach.
When you have acid burning your esophagus, it seems counterintuitive to ingest even more acid. In many cases though, acid reflux is caused by not having enough acid in your stomach. If you don’t produce enough acid, your lower esophagus is going to think its no big deal to loosen up for a little bit. Try drinking some pure, raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar.
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Your posture might be contributing to heartburn, so if you’re sitting or lying down, try standing up. If you’re already standing, try standing up straighter. When you’re slumped down, your internal organs are compressed. A simple and effective solution may be to lengthen and widen your torso and spine, as your head gently moves towards the ceiling.
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Apples and Bananas contain natural antacids that act as a buffer against acid reflux. For this, and so many other health reasons, it’s always the perfect time to quit.
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MIND & BODY
HOW EXERCISE HELPS THE BRAIN We already know exercise has a ton of feel good properties, but how does it benefit that most important body part the brain? The benefits of physical exercise, especially aerobic exercise, has positive effects on brain function on multiple fronts. It has been shown that even brief exercising for 20 minutes facilitates information processing and memory functions. John J. Ratey, M.D., an associate professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School says “Exercise is like taking Prozac or Ritalin at just the right moment. It really is for the brain and not just the body. It affects mood, vitality, alertness, and feelings of wellbeing”. These are just some of the awesome brain benefits of exercising.
THE BRAIN BENEFITS OF EXERCISE
PROMOTES THE GROWTH OF BRAIN CELLS Exercise increases heart rate, which pumps more oxygen into the brain. It also aids the bodily release of a plethora of hormones, all of which participate in aiding and providing a nourishing environment for the growth of brain cells. Aerobic exercise not only improves brain function, it also acts as a “first-aid kit” to damaged brain cells. Running increases the brain’s ability to grow new cells, and the more miles that you run, the more new brain cells you can grow. Awesome!
HELPS MEMORY AND THINKING A study from Stockholm showed that the antidepressant effect of running was also associated with more cell growth in the hippocampus, an area of the brain responsible for learning and memory. Even moderate physical exercise such as walking, can boost memory functions, learning, and the ability for abstract reasoning. Exercising in the morning before going to work not only spikes brain activity and prepares you for mental stresses for the day, it also increases retention of new information, and better reaction to complex situations. Hitting a wall or mentally exhausted? Try rebooting with a few jumping jacks to improve your mindset.
PREVENTS DEPRESSION Depression slows the brain’s ability to process information, making it more difficult for us to concentrate and reach decisions. Exercise increases the production of serotonin, a critical neurotransmitter found in the brain that is associated with good health and mental well-being. Aerobic exercise and strength training helps to improve your mood. The anti-depressant like effects associated with “runner’s high” found in humans is associated with a drop in stress hormones. And it boosts a level of the feel-good chemicals called endorphins.
REDUCES THE EFFECTS OF STRESS Studies at the University of Boulder even showed that even forced exercise can help protect you from anxiety and stress! Slow, scattered thinking and forgetfulness are caused by stress more often than we realize. Exercise lowers cortisol levels, helping you to think straight again.
Boosts decisionmaking skills
Lengthens attention span
Improves multi-tasking and planning
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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
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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
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.
Bahrain Riding Club Location: Barbar Village Tel: +973 17690448 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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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
Goju Karate Club Location: Um Al Hassam Tel: +973 39659510 Japan Karate Association Location: Budaiya Tel: +973 38449994 Reza Martial Arts Location: Tel: +973 17611909
The Royal Golf Club Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17750777
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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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!Location: Tel: +973 17684905 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
Tennis Association Location: Mahooz, Manama Tel: +973 17687236
Circuit Racing Club Location: Sakhir Tel: +973 17452000
Snookers
Motor Sports
EK Kanoo Racing Location: Manama Website: www.ekanooracing.com
Bring your entourage and
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.
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 Tel: +973 17714737 Jimmy’s Snookers & Billiard Club Location: Mahooz, Manama Tel: +973 17716147
Tennis
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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
Motorsport Marshals Club (MMC) Website: www.mmcbh.com
Watersports Since Bahrain is an island destination, watersports abound here. Al Bander Resort Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17701201 Amwaj Marina Location: Amwaj, Muharraq Tel: +973 16011160 Bahrain Yacht Club Location: Sitra Tel: +973 17700677
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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
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 Hawar Island Location: Rugby Club Tel: +973 17312700 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 Zallaq Sailing Club Location: Manama Tel: +973 17632102
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 Dream Body Centre Location: Sanabis Tel: +973 17582982 Equilibre Gym, Spa & Salon Location: Manama Tel: +973 77066033 Fitness Tower Location: Al Safir, Juffair Tel: +973 17813815 FIT Gym & Spa Location: Sehla Tel: +973 77017711 JFC Fitness Center Location: Manama Tel: +973 77072220 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 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. Bodyline Sports and Spa Location: Saar Tel: 17793932 Coral Spa Location: Al Fateh Highway Tel: +973 17313131 Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Location: Manama Tel: +973 1711 5000 The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain Location: Seef District Tel: +973 1758 0000 Reborn Spa at Ramee Grand Hotel & Spa Location: Seef District Tel: +973 1711 1999 Sparadise Spa & Salon Location: Shaikh Hamad Causeway Tel: +973 17313131
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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.
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
Pineapple Spa Location: Adliya Tel: +973 17712000
HEALTH & WELLNESS 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 Al Hilal Hospital Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 17344199 Al Kindi Specialised Hospital Location: Tel: +973 17240444
German Orthopedic Hospital Location: Salmaniya Tel: +973 17239988
Dr Haifa Eye Hospital Location: Bu ghazal Tel: +973 17252574
Salmaniya Medical Hospital Location: Salmaniya, Manama Tel: +973 17288888
Dr Tariq Hospital Location: Mahooz Tel: +973 17822822
Ibn Al Nafees hospital Location: Mahooz Tel: +97317828282
German Skin Care Centre Location: Zinj
International Hospital of Bahrain Location: Jidhafs Tel: +973 17598222
Gulf Dental Speciality Hospital Location: Mahooz Tel: +973 17741444
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
Tel: +973 17177711
Middle East Medical Centre (MEM) Location: Muharraq Tel: +973 17239329
Awali Hospital Location: Awali Tel: +973 753333
Royal Bahrain Hospital Location: Salmaniya Tel: +973 17246800
Bahrain Defence Force Hospital Location: Riffa Tel: +973 17766666
Clinics & Spelialised Centers
American Mission Hospital Location: Manama
Bahrain International Hospital Location: Tel: +973 17598222 Bahrain Specialist Hospital Location: Juffair Tel: +973 17812000
Dental health is linked to heart health. Take care of your heart and teeth by visiting a dentist.
Tel: +973 17722696
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 Seef Dental Clinic Location: Seef District Tel: +973 17587991 Smile Dental Clinic Location: Zinj Tel: +973 17400899
Ceram Dental Center Location: Maqsha Tel: +973 17131123
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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CLARINS FIX MAKEUP Mist this over finished makeup to help set it so it stays on longer; it has a refreshing grapefruit scent. It’s like having your makeup airbrushed, and it will last all day even under the hot sun.
CHANEL STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF EYELINER It’s rich, creamy and you can smudge it however you want and yet after it sets it won’t move. You can create easy, smoky eyes with this pencil by just running it along the upper and lower lash lines then smudging with Q-tips, no eyeshadow needed.
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SHISEIDO SUNSCREEN CREAM You’ve got your skin for your whole life, so don’t be afraid to spend a little money to keep it nice. This sunscreen cream will protect your skin from those UV rays while keeping it soft and moisturized.
MAYBELLINE BABY LIPS Tinted lip balm is the perfect way to add a little light weight color to your lips. You’ll forget you even have it on. Having that extra boost of color will make your lips stand out and brighten up the rest of your face with one effortless swipe.
MAKEUP FOR KICK-ASS GIRLS
ATHLETE MAKEUP Can your makeup survive your athletic prowess? Whether you hit the gym, or go running in a marathon, or like to smash your opponents through muay-thai, these makeup picks will stand the test. L’OREAL VOLUMINOUS WATERPROOF MASCARA
ESTEE LAUDER DOUBLE WEAR MINERAL RICH LOOSE POWDER
You’ve got your skin for your whole life, so don’t be afraid to spend a little money to keep it nice. This sunscreen cream will protect your skin from those UV rays while keeping it soft and moisturized.
When you buff this on using a powder blush, the trick is to swirl the blush in circular motions as you’re going all-over your face—it’ll look so natural and sheer. You can blot your sweat away but the powder will still stay put.
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Running gear doesn’t need to be expensive and or branded, all you really need to invest in is a good pair of shoes. After which you can start adding one by one stuff that you really need.
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WATER BOTTLES If you’re going to run more than four or five miles, you definitely need a water bottle to hydrate yourself. To start, feel free to carry a bottle of water you can get at any grocery store. As you run more and farther, you can invest in a better bottle.
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SMART PHONE A running watch can help you know your pace, encourage you to run faster, or run negative splits (running the second half of a run faster than the first half). Watches can range from a simple Timex 1440, costing around $20, to a several hundred dollar Garmin with GPS and automatic splits. If you truly want to get faster then you will need a watch so you can measure your pace and
SPORTS WATCH At first, all you need to know is how long you’ve been running. Any watch will do. As you progress, you might invest in a heart-rate monitor or a GPS watch, which can tell you how fast and how far you’re going as well as your pace and heart rate.
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A GOOD PAIR OF SHOES Tennis shoes won’t do if you want to be really dedicated to this sport, and neither will those beat-up running shoes you’ve grown out of. You need fresh, wellcushioned shoes that fit well and match your foot type and gait. Running shoes after all, are designed for running, and as a beginning runner, your legs and feet need all the protection they can get.
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At first, all you need to know is how long you’ve been running. Any watch will do. As you progress, you might invest in a heart-rate monitor or a GPS watch, which can tell you how fast and how far you’re going as well as your pace and heart rate.
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GEAR
BEST BIKES FOR WOMEN A lot of women are breaking grounds in sports, so why not have gear built specifically for women? Here are top bike picks.
CANNONDALE SYNAPSE DISC 105 5 WOMEN’S 2015 ROAD BIKE Another brilliant option at the top end of the bracket, the Cannondale Synapse Women’s Road Bike has an aluminium frame, carbon forks, Shimano 105 5800 groupset and disc brakes. This is one well-kitted out roadbike. It comes with a smaller seatpost that will be favorable to smaller women, and it basically looks like the bike Batwoman would buy.
GIANT AVAIL 1 WOMEN’S 2015 ROAD BIKE The Giant Avail 1 is built for women from the ground-up, with the aluminium frame having women-specific geometry. It also features an overdrive steerer tube and an oversized bottom bracket for maximum efficiency.
SCOTT CONTESSA SPEEDSTER 15 WOMEN’S 2015 ROAD BIKE The Scott Contessa Road Bike has an alloy frame with double butted tubing and a carbon alloy fork to ensure things stay smooth no matter what the road surface is.
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MASSAGE BALL Relieve your workout aches and pains. Foam-rolling is used by athletes and physios to relax muscles and aid in recovery postworkout.
FITNESS ESSENTIALS Staying in shape doesn’t have to cost a fortune. With these fitness essentials you can easily create an effective fitness regime right in your home or office.
MEASURING TAPE Waist circumference is one of the best ways to evaluate whether or not you have a weight problem as it will also give you an indication of your intra-abdominal fat mass— something that BMI or weight on a scale cannot do.
CHAIR A chair is a very useful exercise tool. Use it for pushups, triceps dips, squats, lat pulls, or abdominal exercises.
FREE WEIGHTS Start with a few free weights in pounds that feel manageable to use. Before you know it, you’ll be buying heavier dumbbells!
LUMIE BODYCLOCK STARTER 30 Health and fitness starts with a decent night’s sleep. If you struggle to switch on and off at the right time, try this alarmclock which stimulates a 30-minute sunrise that gradually brightens the room before it goes off.
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GYM TOWEL an inexpensive alternative to resistance bands or a medicine ball. No matter where you are, if you have a towel, you have an effective workout tool that can be used for exercises like sliding push-ups, leg curls, isometric shoulder press, and a wide variety of stretching exercises.
FITNESS TIPS TRY THE HALF AND HALF TECHNIQUE
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Fill up half your plate with protein and half with veggies or a mixture of veggies and fresh fruit so that its harder to overdo it on more caloric dishes like cheesy potatoes or baby back ribs.
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DON’T FORGET THE CAFFEINE Coffee is great for athletic performances because it makes you sharper and may even give you extended energy. Now that’s a good buzz!
SWEATSHIRT Go for a 100% cotton sweatshirt which is so soft, it will feel like cashmere. If you’re after relaxed workout gear that you can wear offduty, the sweatshirt is it. It’s comfy and it doesn’t stink.
JUMPING ROPE RUN 10K Just the app for newcomers to running, and what better way to start than the new year. Sign up for a 10k on April, then follow the workouts on this app to track your progress.
In the book “The Secret Garden”, the sickly child, Mary was able to get stronger through jumping rope. Jumping rope is a good, old fashioned way to warm up and get your juices flowing. Warming up for 10 minutes increases your core body temperature and gets synovial fluid moving and oils your joints, which will help prevent injury.
IF YOU 2 WANT TO EAT MORE, YOU’LL HAVE TO DO MORE It takes 3,500 calories to gain a pound of fat. Do the math. If you want to eat more, you’ll have to exercise more to weight less. If you don’t want to exercise you’ll just have to diet, there’s no other way around it.
HEALTH & FITNESS APPS We all need encouragement to help us reach our health and fitness goals, but with the modern, busy, lifestyle who has time to coach us? These apps are the answer.
HUMAN
ZOCDOC ZocDoc helps you schedule an appointment with a local doctor just by entering your zip code and insurance. The app shows you local doctors who accept your insurance and available appointment slots, and you book your time with just one more click. You can read patient reviews to help you choose the right doctor. Plus, there’s also ZocDoc Well Guide for learning about and scheduling, and best of all, it’s free!
For those seeking a more casual approach to exercise, Human might just be the answer. This app simply encourages you to reach your “Daily 30”—30 minutes of physical activity—whatever that may be for you. Whether its running, dancing, or doing jumping jacks, all that matters is you are being active for 30 consecutive minutes at a time. Human will track your movements and let you know if you have achieved your goal for the day. Only activities of a minute or more will count towards your daily goals. A short walk during lunch, your active daily commute, or a run will be detected automatically and will show on your timeline.
ZOMBIES RUN! This app turns a boring run into an exciting chase with zombies. Zombies Run! puts together a whole narrative while you’re running, simultaneously tracking your stats and ensuring a good workout. You run in the real world and become a hero in another. While you’re walking or jogging, you will hear your mission through your headphones. If you’re chased by zombies, you’ll have to speed up.
WORKOUT HERO Select your workout of the day from more than 700 options, log it, and follow your progress. Tools include stopwatches, alarms, calendars, and heart rate monitors. This easy to use, state-of-the-art fitness app gives you the ability to pull workouts directly from your favorite website and add your gym’s RSS feed as well as Log Your Max Weight achievements. You can also create your own custom WOD’s (Workout of the Day) and save them for the future.
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