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FOREWORD

BAHRAIN AND SPORTS

Influencing the GCC and the World teaching kids about managing emotions, such as self-control.

Sports can be a powerful tool to promote the holistic growth and development of the youth of a nation. In Bahrain, under Sports help children to learn hard work, patience, persistence, and how to respond positively to setbacks and failures. Most the patronage of His Majesty King Hamad, we are dedicated to provide all sorts of opportunities for our young people as far as importantly, sports helps a child to prepare to take on the many challenges that life has to offer and emerge victorious sports is concerned. I strongly believe that an efficient physical like a champion. Sports is an important part of the culture education programme equips people with vital qualities, such as leadership, perseverance, social of the Gulf countries, especially endurance horse riding and show and moral character, self-esteem, “Health is a lifestyle and I chose it.” commitment to teamwork, and jumping, which have an immense -HH Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa traditional value, although we must problem-solving and organisational not forget there are also other sports abilities. and sporting events that boast a rich In today’s most challenging environment, such skills can only history for us. help individuals to succeed in life, and that brings prosperity to the nation. We are always on the lookout for ways of improving facilities and practices for physical education. One example of this is that I feel we should develop a more holistic physical education policy to be implemented right from the early school stages. Possibilities for implementing such a policy are being explored. Essential life skills are so often the outcome ofan effective physical education. In fact, sports have been proven to actually raise IQ in addition to building confidence and

For the above reasons, I warmly welcome the arrival of PowerUp, the first sports dedicated magazine based in Bahrain.

It will be a fantastic tool for the people of Bahrain to view sports clubs and fixtures that are available on our island. It will expose them to new sports from around the world and introduce them to exciting existing sports they may wish to try.

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

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F R O M T H E PA S T

Winter is almost here and everyone is out to enjoy various outdoor sporting activities. From paddle boarding, kayak fishing to karting and motorsports, this month is surely jam-packed with fun activities that the whole family can enjoy.

Last month, Japan won their first AFC U-19 Championship against Saudi Arabia at the country’s National Stadium. Bahrain football team has put their best performance and managed to reach the quarter final but was defeated by the visiting Vietnam team. It was the first time Bahrain hosted such a huge international event in the country. Hats off to the organising committee and all the people involved for bringing together such a well-executed event.

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U-19 FOOTBALL TEAM

Bahrain’s Preparation for The AFC U-19 Championship

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On another note, after the huge success of Brave 1, Brave Combat Federation is preparing for its return on December 2nd that will once again take place at Khalifa Sports City in Isa Town. We are also looking forward to the “Road to Brave” video series which will introduce Brave 2: Dynasty to the world.

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The science behind training recovery, speed your healing and enhance your results

MANSCAPING

Tools and tips in maintaining body hairs

NUTRITION: THE FOURTH LEG Tips from IRONMAN champ Caroline Steffen

OF FIC IAL OF E MA G A ZIN BA T OM BR AV E C ON ATI t FED ERhest spor

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PLACES TO LEARN MMA

FASTER ON THE BIKE

3 STEPS TO GETTING LEAN

Gyms offering MMA classes & trainings

Cycling techniques from TriLife

IRONMAN 70.3 BAHRAIN

Tips from Hayley Biddle

Frequently Asked Questions, answered

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FORMULA ONE BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX

BEST PLACES TO LEARN FOOTBALL IN BAHRAIN

THROW THE DARTS

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November will see not only the FIA World Endurance Championship but also the first motorsports festival at the Bahrain International Circuit in Bahrain. This festival is the biggest international motor racing event to take place in the Middle East.

Since 2012, the WEC has featured manufacturer teams from current World Champions Porsche, Audi, Toyota, Ferrari, Aston Martin and now Ford. It will be the first time such an event will be taking place in this region.

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BEACH WEAR

Hit the beach in style

SPORTS KICKSTARTERS Run faster, train harder

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PUSH YOUR LIMITS

Check out the Trek Domane bike, Summer’s hottest ride.

TRAVEL GEAR

Trilife gives advice on what gear to pack for triathlon season.

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FIVE-ON-FIVE TOURNAMENT FOOTBALL HAPPENING IN BAHRAIN THIS RAMADAN!

Check out Mooyah’s black bean veggie burger!

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ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW

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THE FRENCH OPEN

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RAMADAN NUTRITION TIPS

The do’s and don’ts of Ramadan nutrition

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KHK MMA

Wins Cage King Title

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ATHLETE PROFILES

See all the athletes heading for Rio

ICONIC SPORTS WATCHES Check out sports inspired watches

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HEALTHY DINING

Compressport will keep you cool and comfy

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IRONMAN 70.3 DUBAI

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BAHRAIN AIR SHOW

Five hours flying display.

Fun for all the family.

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The biggest fitness trends of 2016

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Start the year right with some healthy resolves.

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IRONMAN 70.3 DUBAI The second IRONMAN 70.3 race in the Middle East takes place in the City of Gold

FITNESS ESSENTIALS

You don’t have to spend to lose weight.

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

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FASTING Check out the latest section on car updates and motoring events, tips and adventures.

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CYCLE SAFE

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Motorists and bike riders can share the road.

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X Dubai Spartan Race, the world’s best obstacle race comes to Bahrain on April 1st 2016. Get ready to join the weekly Spartan workout tour.

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It’s not complicated, it’s easy when you know how.

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BAHRAIN GOES TO RIO 2016

This astounding delegation forges forward with big hopes

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O F F I C I A L M AG A Z I N E O F T H E B A H R A I N O LY M P I C T E A M TO T H E R I O 2 0 1 6 O LY M P I C S

December is near and in preparation for IRONMAN 70.3 Bahrain Middle East Championship; PowerUp features articles this month to prepare you for the race. Ironman champion Sara Gross provides helpful pieces of advice for you to achieve your best triathlon performance.

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A DIABETIC CONQUERED IRONMAN SOUTH AFRICA!

RUNNING ROUTES

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On the last note, PowerUpTV continues to provide a visual treat through our YouTube Channel. We hope that through this platform, we can showcase how diverse and fantastic the sporting community in Bahrain is. Subscribe and follow us on our social networking sites to stay tuned on what’s new in the sports, fitness, and health scene in Bahrain.

HISTO RIC GO LD & WO RLD REC O RD

Ruth Jebet bagged Bahrain’s first Olympic gold medal at the 2016 games in Rio and made history in France smashing a world record in 3,000 m steeplechase

Basic and advanced moves to secure your victory

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

The team had a great time last October playing FootGolf at the Royal Golf Club in Riffa and we look forward to covering more sporting adventures in the coming months.

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PUSH YOUR LIMITS

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TRAVEL GEAR

Trilife gives advice on what gear to pack for triathlon season.

GRUB

FIVE-ON-FIVE TOURNAMENT FOOTBALL HAPPENING IN BAHRA IN THIS RAMADAN!

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BRAVE 2: “DYNASTY”

Find out what the biggest cultural shift in Bahrain is going to be

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Get updated on the latest sports happenings, news, and events.

30 Japan Wins AFC U-19 Championship

38 Diaman Conquering Every Limit

14 Events Calendar

Get updated on the latest sports happenings, news, and events.

16 BRAVE 2: “DYNASTY”

Find out what the biggest cultural shift in Bahrain is going to be.

34 Paddle Boarding and Kayak Fishing

22 MMA Rules

Check out why the sport of mixed martial arts is safer than boxing.

Take a look at the new fun outdoor activity that can also provide a fullbody workout as well as a great cross-training option.

37 Red Bull Bar Bahr 2016

24 Road to Brave

Check out how Japan made history last October 30 after winning their first-ever AFC U-19 Football Championship.

Mohammed Khalil and Salman Isa crowned at Bahrain’s first Bar Bahr.

A revamped, reshaped and reinvigorated version of the original Brave: Episodes.

26 Brave The Past, Brave The Future

Find out what is in store for Brave 2 “Dynasty

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

FASHION & STYLE

Find out how Shaikh Saqer conquers diabetes through triathlon.

42 King & Queen of Kona

Daniela Ryf and Jan Frodeno claimed their place among those titans of the sport as the two took victory once again in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

44 “Don’t Doubt Just Do”

Facing your fears by Ironman Champion Sara Gross

46 Royal Gold Club Footgolf

Football and golf in one game.

QUOTE OF THE MONTH

“It’s not whether you get knocked down; it’s whether you get up.”

– Vince Lombardi

SPORTS & FITNESS 48 First Motorsports Festival in Bahrain

Take a first look at one of the biggest weekends of international motorsport ever to take place in the region.

Check out the comprehensive guide about the World Endurance Championship.

53 Karting Guide

Some basic guidelines for you to begin karting.

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52 WEC Guide

71 Water Sports Gears

72 TriLife Packing List

HEALTH & WELLNESS 57 New High 5 Healthy Snack Selection

High-protein fruit and snack with no artificial colours, preservatives or sweeteners, suitable for the whole family.

58 Motor Muscle

Check out these exercises for your fitness.

of treatments that are available.

64 Health, Fitness and Managing Diabetes

Fitness experts at Fitness First, tell us why and how to tackle the disease.

66 8th Beat Diabetes Walk in Bahrain

Beating diabetes one step at a time.

60 Sports Massage for All

Looking for a way to relax? Check out Westin’s Sports Massage.

Dr. Samer J. Bashir

Consultant of Retinal Surgery and Laser Gulf Diabetes Specialist Center

In time for the Abu Dhabi Grand Pix, check out some of thelatest Formula 1 watches by Tag Heuer.

76 November’s Top Trainer Picks

These trainers will surely glam up your sports wardrobe and take your look to the next level.

78 New Fitness and Adventure Buddies Check out this month’s top gadgets for sports fanatics.

80 Grooming Must-Haves for Men and Women

Dr.Samer Bashir explains the causes of dry eye syndrome and the variety

Meet the Experts

Make your race day preparation stress and worry free using this checklist.

74 Racing Official Timekeeper

62 Eye Dryness

Have a look at are our top selections that will surely enhance and keep up with your adventures.

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Look at our top picks that you need to have for a healthier and fresher looking you

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“Set your goals high, and don’t stop till you get there.”

-Bo Jackson, baseball and football player (1987-1994)

Members of the Bahrain national squash team upon arrival at Bahrain International Airport

BAHRAIN SQUASH TEAM VICTORY PRAISED Bahrain’s national squash team received significant praise after winning the GCC Championship for the first time in Doha recently. The nationals edged defending champions Kuwait 2-1 in the semi-finals, then defeated Saudi Arabia 2-1 in the final match to secure the competition’s gold medal and their maiden title.

Spearheading the Bahrain were Ahmed Abbas, Adnan SayedIhsan and Yousef Al Abbasi, who showed high spirit and impressive overall skills to bring the gold medal to Bahrain.

The team’s victory was

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hailed by Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) General Secretary Abdulrahman Askar. He conveyed the congratulations of Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, representative of His Majesty the King for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports Chairman, and BOC President to members of the team for their win.

He also commended the achievement and noted the impressive performance and results marked by members of Bahrain team throughout the championship. Askar also lauded the efforts of the Bahrain Badminton and Squash Federation, headed

by President Shaikh Hussan bin Isa Al Khalifa, which played a major part in the victory.

ARAB MEDIA HAILS HH SHAIKH NASSER ‘S ROLE IN SPORT SUCCESS Representatives of Arab media attending the recently-concluded 10th Sports Arab Media Day celebration in Algiers, in Algeria, commended the achievements of Bahrain sport in the prosperous era of His Majesty the King.

High-ranking Arab media authorities also lauded the efforts of Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, representative of His Majesty the King for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports Chairman, and Bahrain Olympic Committee President, in leading Bahrain sport to excellence and progress.

Shaikh Nasser’s contributions helped Bahrain become the first Arab country at last summer’s Rio Olympic

ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON TO VISIT BAHRAIN

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Finnish orthopedic surgeon Dr Jussi Rantanen will be visiting Bahrain this month

Games in Brazil, where Bahrain took one gold and one silver medal in athletics events.

President of Arab Journalists Federation Mohammed Jameel Abdulqader said Bahrain has become the pride for all Arabs after its remarkable impact at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where Ruth Jebet took the women’s 3,000m steeplechase and Eunis Kirwa bagged the women’s marathon silver, adding to Jordan’s taekwondo silver medal. to perform a number of orthopedic surgeries in Isa Town. This will be his to the kingdom this year. He visited Bahrain in June and August when he conducted his first surgery at the Bahrain Olympic Committee’s (BOC) National Sports Medicine Centre in Isa Town.

These visits are part of the National Sports Medicine Centre plan to offer the best quality medical treatment services for both athletes and ordinary people.

National Sports Medicine Centre director Dr Khalid Al Shaikh said, “Rantanen’s most recent visit was fruitful after helping several patients recover after going through different surgeries.”

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SPORTS NEWS

TEAMS FROM AROUND THE WORLD HAVE SIGNED UP FOR THE SECOND EDITION OF THE CALISTHENICS WORLD CUP

NASEEM AL RASHEDIAH SHINES IN BELGIUM

HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad AlKhalifa, representative of His Majesty the King for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports and President of Bahrain Olympic Committee, hailed the active role of Al Jasmi Studs owner Abdulrahman Al Jasmi in affirming the quantum leap made by Bahraini breeders in producing purebred Arabian horses, stating that they are capable of competing and elevate competitions of pure Arabian horses.

He pointed out that the pure Arabian horse beauty sport in the Kingdom is steadily progressing and this was confirmed by recent achievements made

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by Bahrainis in several championships, HH Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid Al Khalifa, President of Bahrain Royal Equestrian and Endurance Federation, hailed the achievements recorded by Al Jasmi Studs, noting that they reflect the great efforts being put in by its owner Abdulrahman Al Jasmi.

Al Rashediah Studbred horse Naseem Al Rashediah achieved a series of stunning results in different competitions. He won a gold medal at the Brugge International Show in Belgium and emerged as the highest scoring male and gold medal champion in the European Egyptian Event in Italy. He also bagged first place in the male show contest in the same event. Furthermore, Al Rashediah Stud received the Best Breeder Award at the World Championships besides the Best Owner Award.

Teams from around the world have signed up for the second edition of the Calisthenics World Cup, due to take place in Bahrain on December 1 and 2. This twoday event is part of Bahrain’s National Day celebrations as 22 professional teams have so far confirmed their participation, including Missile Up from Mexico,

ALNEAIMI BAGGED DOUBLE WIN AT THE NATIONAL RACING DAY Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) hosted a thrilling National Racing Day on Friday, with five competitors kick starting the new season with impressive victories in their respective championships.

Mishal Alneaimi was the star of the night, winning

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Unlimited Strength of Spain and Team Call of the United States’ West Coast.

Other teams include Brunei’s Mairgix, All Stars of Poland, Workout Style of Ukraine, UK’s Barsparta, Workout 24 of Russia, Showoffz of USA’s East Coast, Gravity Calisthenics of the UAE and Bahrain’s Code Red. Last year’s championship was held off the Ritz Carlton Hotel’s coast with 10 teams from nine countries from across the world taking part. It was held under the patronage of World Bodybuilding Federation vice-president and president of the Asian Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation and Bahrain Weightlifting Association president Shaikh Abdulla bin Rashid Al Khalifa. both races in the Bahrain Superbike Championship (BSBK).

Mohammed Faqihi and Hussain Karimi shared the honours in the BIC 2,000cc Challenge, while James Webster and Ali Alshammari won a race each in the Bahrain Motorcycle Racing (BMR) 600.

All the action was held under floodlights along the 2.55-kilometre Inner Track at BIC. The meeting was organised by BIC in cooperation with the Bahrain Motor Federation, Circuit Racing Club and the Bahrain Motorcycle Club.

With his first round double, Alneaimi has made it 14 victories in a row in the BSBK, dating back to the seasonopener of last season.

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EVENTS

CALENDAR OF

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WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain Bahrain has been a part of the annual FIA World Endurance Championship calendar since its inception in 2012. Known as the FIA WEC Six Hours of Bahrain, this race ensures plenty of thrills and spills from an enormous grid of more than 30 challengers

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BAHRAIN ROAD RUNNERS (BRR) Sofitel Hotel, Bahrain Bahrain Road Runners (BRR) Olympic Triathlon (1.5 km swim, 40 km cycle, 10 km run) at Sofitel Hotel

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4 November

BAHRAIN ROAD RUNNERS (BRR) Muharraq, Bahrain Bahrain Road Runners (BRR) 5 Km Grand Prix at Muharraq between 2 bridges

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DRAG AND DRIFT

Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain Drag and Drift, sponsored by Ebrahim K Kanoo and powered by Motor City, is open to the public at Bahrain International Circuit.

Drivers take part in their own car or motorbike, which they can push to the limits!

The drag racing takes place at BIC’s quartermile drag strip while drifters powerslide along a designated course along the BIC car park.

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BAHRAIN DRAG RACING CHAMPIONSHIP Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain BDRC - Round 1 - The Bahrain Drag Racing Championship is the biggest drag racing series in the Gulf, attracting competitors from all over the region and beyond.

An average of 120 participants flock to BIC’s world-class quarter-mile drag strip for each event, which is held over the course of

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four nights. Scores of fans also turn up each round to enjoy the head-to-head racing at its finest.

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Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain Drag and Drift, sponsored by Ebrahim K Kanoo and powered by Motor City, is open to the public.

Drivers take part in their own car or motorbike, which they can push to the limits!

The drag racing takes place at BIC’s quartermile drag strip while drifters powerslide along a designated course along the BIC car park.

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n this exclusive interview, Mohammed Shahid, CEO of KHK MMA and President of Brave CF, gave us the wonderful opportunity to learn more about Bahrain’s largest mixed martial arts combat federation.

SAFETY AND REGULATION The fighter’s safety is important not just inside the ring but also when preparing for a fight. Mohammed Shahid explained, “The first thing that we want common people to know is that there are rules; not just a few rules but there are a lot of rules in the sport of mixed martial art. The second thing is that we have a regulatory body the Bahrain Mixed Martial Arts Federation. We make sure that this regulatory body is not just strong within the country or within the region, but has a strong pace and brand name throughout the world.”

In the history of Asian mixed martial arts events, Mohammed Shahid said that they have seen fighters from Japan who come in and fight at 60kg and in the following event they’ll see them fight at 80kg. These fighters don’t have fat and their bodies are filled with muscles; everybody

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knows that there’s something going on. Mohammed Shahid explained that Brave don’t want a fighter to come down from India or the Middle East to fight with a guy from another country who has been taking huge amounts of steroids. This is a very strong and essential point that they have to address as it could lead to a very dangerous outcome if they are not cautious of who’s fighting and how they are preparing for the ring.

Mohammed Shahid added “Oftentimes, we take money from our own pocket and we spend from the company itself to make sure that our event is regulated very well because that’s of utmost importance for us.”

CUTTING AND LOSING WEIGHT Mohammed Shahid is one of the fighters who has fought and cut a lot of weight. In his career time, he has cut 25 kilograms a week. People usually don’t understand what cutting weight and losing weight is. Cutting weight is different from losing weight.

Losing weight refers to the general attempt to battle the bulge that comes from too much eating and too little activity. Cutting refers to shedding the excess fat gain following bulking (eating a calorie surplus to hopefully gain some muscle). In either case, achieving fat loss is the goal. Losing weight is the right thing to do, but what most fighters do is cutting weight which means that it is done quickly. Our body is made up of 70% of water and what happens

when you cut down 60% of that water?

“I’ve done a lot to cut down to this weight and if you ask the fighters who saw me when I was cutting weight, it was the scariest version of me.

I’ve had times when I see my face in the mirror and forget what’s happened to my face – I was changing. My eyes were one inch inside from my eye socket and I look and freak out at myself. I cannot sleep because I don’t feel the air and I don’t feel the coldness of the room. I remember that my brother was lying down next to me in the hotel room at the fight venue and he was freezing because I switched the temperature room to 15 or 14 degrees Celcius.

I cannot sleep because my eyes wouldn’t close. I have reached to a point where I had to cut so much weight which is not healthy; I know it because I was blind from one eye the following morning.

It was a very dangerous position that I have put myself into,” Mohammed Shahid said.

There are a lot of stories about people losing their lives because of cutting

weight. Cutting weight is what people do to achieve excellence in mixed martial arts. The tiniest things matter to reach the highest level of the sport. At a level like Brave Combat Federation, people do whatever it takes to win. However, KHK MMA’s Brave Combat Federation has guidelines to ensure that fighters doesn’t go as far as cutting down weight.

ENSURING THE FIGHTERS’ SAFETY According to Mohammed Shahid, it is extremely difficult to control and monitor people who are cutting down weight because they are looking at 6,000 fighters around the world. What usually happens is that matchmakers look at the fighter’s history, get their weight category and then they go forward. What KHK MMA’s Brave Combat Federation does is personally making sure that when the fighter arrives in Bahrain, they have a medical team ready that assures the weight of the fighter before and after the game.

“I usually cut 12 kilograms

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to 15 kilograms in a week before my fight and it is okay for me. Not everybody is the same and I was lucky to go through it without hurting myself. You can damage your liver and other parts of your body while losing weight, so we ensure the fighter’s safety regardless of what the fighter or the manager or everybody else thinks,” Mohammed Shahid added.

In every BRAVE event, there are three cage side referees to ensure that if any kind of knockouts, submissions or any kind of damage happens, they will be able to stop and call in a doctor. There are three cage side referees and eight in the medic room.

Paramedics and ambulances are also waiting outside the venue in case of emergencies.

Medical support, medical check-ups and fighters’ health are the top priorities for Brave in their whole event.

WHY MIXED MARTIALS ARTS IS SAFER THAN BOXING OR KICKBOXING

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Mixed Martial Arts may seem very harsh but what a lot of people don’t understand is that a people who box get a lot of concussion in the head. In boxing, fighters are only throwing their hands to their heads or bodies for 36 minutes (12 rounds and 3 minutes per round). If ordinary people sat down and start hitting their heads with their hands for 36 minutes, they are going to have a concussion.

Comring boxing to MMA Mohammed Shahid said, “When you compare that to MMA, you hardly see two guys’ hands hitting

Loman? He caught him one good one. Yes, that damaged Loman but he was scared to end it because he would close distance, so he didnt hit him again. But in boxing, you hit again. You guys couldn’t close? Move back and hit again. In MMA, fighters halt and there’s no more hitting happening. That’s one of the reasons why MMA is so safe.

The damage in Mixed Martial Arts is very low -- it might be the lowest amongst any of the combat sports out there.”

“In MMA, fighters halt and there’s no more hitting happening. That’s one of the reasons why MMA is so safe. The damage in Mixed Martial Arts is very low - it might be the lowest amongst any of the combat sports out there.” the face. We saw Stephen Loman fighting one of the best fighters in the business of MMA in Brave 1: two time world champion Frans Mlambo. How many times could he actually hit Stephen

MMA AS A SOLUTION Mixed Martial arts is a sport that helps people find solutions. In this sport, you would be able to spot danger

and immediately switch it to a position that is not dangerous. A person who trains MMA learns how to find solutions which enables him/ her turn into a great business manager, a good employee, and he could also turn to be a good family man in future.

Mohammed Shahid is a living example of this. He said, “I turned out to be a fighter. I have no education in school, I have no qualifications of being a white collar in my life and now I’m running the largest mixed martial arts combat sports company in Bahrain and we’re targeting to be the largest organisation in Brazil, Europe, India and Middle East.”

What KHK MMA build is more on execution. “You have to execute and when you execute, you know you can do it. There’s no question about it, there’s no doubting that. That’s the benefit of mixed martial arts in total.”

Mohammed Shahid added.

WHICH RULES ARE THE MMA FOLLOWING?

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KHK MMA’s Brave Combat Federation is following the Unified MMA Rules. However, there are a lot of rules in the Unified MMA rules that are not good for this sport. For example the Unified MMA Rules have a rule called ‘12-6 elbows’ which means from ‘12 o’clock to 6 o’clock’ position.

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WHAT MAKES KHK MMA UNIQUE? One of the biggest goodwill KHK MMA has done can be seen in their past achievements. Mohammed Shahid said, “We have got the trust of most of the world

“The fighters don’t work for us – we work for the fighters. That’s what a promotion should be. If the fighters are not satisfied with this promotion that’s bringing up their value then what’s the point?”

Fighters don’t do this move to anybody because that’s disqualification and is considered as banned.

KHK MMA incorporates most of the Unified MMA rules and create a tailored rules considering the protection of the fighter’s safety.

PREPARATION FOR BRAVE 2 KHK MMA’s Brave Combat Federation has something different in store for BRAVE 2. They will bring in some of the biggest experts around the world to make this second event stronger in terms of protection and compelling quality for the international world watch. They aim to show the world that BRAVE Combat Federation is a truly global promotion unlike any other promotions that say they’re a global promotion but what they have is only a global attention. However, Mohammed Shahid said that they are not here to compete with other promotions.

Mohammed Shahid explained, “BRAVE 2 is easier from the first event because we’ve had enough international exposure in the first event. This time people are reaching out to us and it is much easier for us to tell a story of what Brave is.”

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athletes. People will come to know that these fighters have value, which is what KHK MMA aspires to create for them. KHK MMA competed in four championships: two world and two European championship. That was the first time our fighters in Bahrain jumped up and compete in world championships. We became the first GCC country to win three medals in four of the championships. That’s unbelievable. Why should we stop there?”

Brave Combat Federation will be a backbone to creating a strong and huge system by the next two years. By July 2019, everyone will see Mixed Martial Arts attain a completely new pathway for the whole world to unite.

Brave Combat Federation aims to create aplatform where the whole world can unite. They also envision every talented fighter who wants to be able to have the opportunity to be a part of this sport.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE FIGHTERS In Brave Combat Federation, fighters are not only going to fight at the promotion battles for global promotion. The most

important thing for these fighters is to not have their values stuck in their region.

Shahid shares his vision, “We want to take them world wide and give them global exposure. We have extraordinary media agencies and promotion. We work 100% on how much exposure our fighters get.”

Aside from the worldwide exposure and promotion, Brave Combat Federation also offers financial support for these fighters. “The fighters don’t work for us – we work for the fighters. That’s what a promotion should be. If the fighters are not satisfied with this promotion that’s bringing up their value then what’s the

point?” Shahid added.

WHAT CAN BRAVE OFFER TO THE BAHRAIN’S YOUNG GENERATION? When Mohammed Shahid was in Bahrain as a fighter, he has no one and no way to look up to. He wanted to look up to somebody and say “I’ve walked this pathway.” But now, the young generation already has a pathway to follow that would lead them in becoming one of the best fighters in the world.

On the other hand, Mohammed Shahid believes that he cannot give the youth

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“If anybody tells you when you’re ready to fight, leave the gym immediately,” because no coach or anybody can actually tell them when they are ready to fight. He added, “The funny part about it is you’re only ready when you’re ready to fight. It is not about how much you know or how much you learn, it’s when your heart says ‘I want to do it so badly’ then you do it”. passion and power. He said, “When I scout, I do not look for talents and whether or not you have great skills. I look for whether you have a passionate heart because that’s the only requirement I need from them.” In line with this, they have found fourteen young talents who really wanted to be a part of MMA and do whatever it takes to reach Brave level. The question asked is “how badly do they want it”?

WHEN ARE YOU READY TO FIGHT? Many of Mohammed Shahid’s students come and ask him, “Coach, when am I ready to fight?” and he says to them, “If anybody tells you when you’re ready to fight, leave the gym immediately,” because no coach or anybody can actually tell them when they are ready to fight. He added, “The funny part about it is you’re only ready when you’re ready to fight. It is not about how much you know or how much you learn, it’s when your heart says ‘I want to do it so badly’ then you do it”.

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“Yes, when we leave Bahrain the first place I would love to be in is Abu Dhabi, anywhere else is second. We will go to Europe first most probably and India. The next destination outside of Bahrain would definitely be Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and UAE,” According to Shahid

WHO’S GOING TO FIGHT FOR THE SECOND BRAVE EVENT? MasioFullen and Alan Omer will be fighting as well as Gadzhimusa Gaziev and Carl Booth.

SOCIAL MEDIA Daily contents on fighters’ updates are posted on Brave CF’s Snapchat. A great visual of what Brave’s whole day looks like is also on their Instagram account every day.

ROAD TO BRAVE If you want to see maximum video content then you have to look forward to “Road to Brave”. Road to Brave will feature a full story of the fight, the fighters’ family, life and what they are doing. It will be aired on Brave CF’s video channel.

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Safety is the utmost importance for the Brave Combat Federation which is why their association is following the Unified Rules and Other Important Regulations of Mixed Martial Arts strictly.

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the martial arts, including, without limitation, grappling, submission holds, kicking and striking.

Mixed Martial Arts may look a bit harsher and more dangerous than other combat sports like boxing but it is actually safer for the fighters.

The severity of the injuries in MMA is less compared to boxing because the former is more controlled. Boxing has

a total of up to 9 to 12 rounds (three-minute per round) while MMA has 3 rounds only.

Round length or section 12 of the Unified MMA Rules states that “each nonchampionship mixed martial arts contest is to be for 3 rounds, each round no more than 5 minutes duration, with a rest period of 1 minute between each round”. MMA has fewer rounds than boxing.

Instances like eye poking, heel kicks to the kidney and clavicle grabbing are huge safety issues that are addressed in the Unified MMA Rules.

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UNIFIED MMA RULES SECTION 15: FOULS 1 BUTTING WITH THE HEAD 2 EYE GOUGING OF ANY KIND 3 BITING 4 SPITTING AT AN OPPONENT 5 HAIR PULLING 6 FISH HOOKING 7 GROIN ATTACKS OF ANY KIND 8 PUTTING A FINGER INTO ANY ORIFICE OR ANY CUT OR LACERATION OF AN OPPONENT 9 SMALL JOINT MANIPULATION 10 STRIKING DOWNWARD USING THE POINT OF THE ELBOW 11 STRIKING TO THE SPINE OR THE BACK OF THE HEAD 12 KICKING TO THE KIDNEY WITH A HEEL 13 THROAT STRIKES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, GRABBING THE TRACHEA 14 CLAWING, PINCHING OR TWISTING THE FLESH 15 GRABBING THE CLAVICLE 16 KICKING THE HEAD OF A GROUNDED OPPONENT 17 KNEEING THE HEAD OF A GROUNDED OPPONENT 18 STOMPING A GROUNDED OPPONENT 19 HOLDING THE FENCE 20 HOLDING THE SHORTS OR GLOVES OF AN OPPONENT 21 USING ABUSIVE LANGUAGE IN FENCED RING/FIGHTING AREA 22 ENGAGING IN ANY UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT THAT CAUSES INJURY TO AN OPPONENT 23 ATTACKING AN OPPONENT ON OR DURING THE BREAK 24 ATTACKING AN OPPONENT WHO IS UNDER THE CARE OF THE REFEREE 25 ATTACKING AN OPPONENT AFTER THE BELL HAS SOUNDED THE END OF THE ROUND 26 TIMIDITY, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, AVOIDING CONTACT WITH AN OPPONENT, INTENTIONALLY OR CONSISTENTLY DROPPING THE MOUTHPIECE OR FAKING AN INJURY 27 THROWING OPPONENT OUT OF RING/FIGHTING AREA 28 FLAGRANTLY DISREGARDING THE INSTRUCTIONS OF THE REFEREE 29 SPIKING AN OPPONENT TO THE CANVAS ON HIS HEAD OR NECK 30 INTERFERENCE BY THE CORNER 31 APPLYING ANY FOREIGN SUBSTANCE TO THE HAIR OR BODY TO GAIN AN ADVANTAGE The fouls above make the MMA fighters direct their hits to other parts of the body except the head. Boxers usually direct their strikes and hits to their opponent’s head. This makes the severity of injuries in boxing more dangerous than MMA. In MMA, fighters attain less serious injuries like cuts, @powerupmag

sprains, and bruises unlike in boxing where fighters get concussions, broken bones and other perilous damages.

MMA matches are also stopped by the referee.

According to the Unified MMA Rules, “the referee is the sole arbiter of a contest and is the only individual authorized to stop a contest. The referee

may take advice from the ringside physician and/or the Commission with respect to the decision to stop a contest.” This also means that when a fighter could not defend himself any longer, the fight will be stopped immediately.

Aside from disqualification, decision, forfeit and knockout,

MMA allows for fighters to submit by physically or verbally tapping out. Fighters are able to concede and end the fight by submission. There are many ways to win an MMA match other than hitting your opponent. In boxing, the only way out is to punch your opponent’s head or his body.

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With Brave 2: Dynasty on the horizon and some epic match-ups in the making for the December 2nd card, it’s time to hit the “Road to Brave”. o you ever wonder what your favourite Mixed Martial Arts heroes do behind the scenes? With “Road to Brave”, you will be able to see them in a different light. The Road to Brave is a revamped, reshaped and reinvigorated version of the original Brave: Episodes that will feature never-before seen footages of the fighters headlining Brave 2: Dynasty.

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occur in and out of the fights, two special 20-minute episodes filled with exclusive content will be released.

Road to Brave will give MMA fans the answers to many mysteries about fighters and how they train, prepare, and live behind the scenes.

The first episode will be released on November 16th and the second episode on the 20th. Road to Brave will be a visual feast of a journey through the streets and homes of Brave’s first World contenders, MasioFullen and Alan Omer, from Mexico

to Germany. Big hitting Welterweights Gadzhimusa Gaziev and Carl Booth, from Dagestan and England, will also be visited by the Brave cameras and a peephole will be shined into their world outside the cage.

As the cameras shine a light into the daily lives of the fighters and the people of their nation, the fans will not only be seeing the inside footage of interviews and clips of superstars, but also their family, friends, and the culture they live in. Through Road to Brave, people will

learn about the multicultural backgrounds of each fighter and how similar or different their lifestyles are away from the fighting arena.

Brave is bringing the world to Bahrain for Brave 2: Dynasty and through Road to Brave you will witness the real men behind the global superstars of MMA. Brave’s main event and co-main events will be on December 2nd.

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After the success of Brave the Beginning, Brave Combat Federation will make its swift return on December 2nd and once again will take place at Khalifa Sports City in Isa, Bahrain. Find out what is in store for Brave 2 “Dynasty”.

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eptember 23rd saw the birth of a new era in mixed martial arts, and sports entertainment in the middleeast, the Brave Combat Federation era with “Brave The Beginning”. The fully packed Khalifa Sports City arena witnessed an epic sequence of fights which involved some of the finest talent the world of mixed martial arts has to offer.

The cage hosted some unforgettable moments as Mohammed Atif and HamzaKooheji announced to the world that Bahraini MMA is alive and kicking with huge victories in front of their family and friends.

The Boogeyman Richie Martinez, who arrived with such a big reputation and a black belt in BJJ, was dismantled by a hungry Ahmed Amir, who proved that JiuJitsu is also prominent in the arsenal of middle-eastern fighters.

Was that the shock of the night? Or was it Gadzhimusa Gaziev’s right hand which shattered the consciousness of the heavy favorite Thiago Vieira who came in undefeated and left not so?

How about the main event as Abdul Kareem Al Selwady

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made an emphatic statement to the MMA world, finishing Rami Aziz in the first round and making it very clear he has raised his level and is ready to conquer the world at just 21 years old.

So many special moments permeated the Brave 1 “The Beginning” fight card and it was truly an explosive start to its legacy in not just mixed martial arts, but in sports entertainment.

“Brave combat federation, owned and operated by KHK MMA, has made a big impact in the sports entertainment and marketing industry in the kingdom of Bahrain,” said CEO Mohammed Shahid.

“Brave combat federation is the first sports and entertainment company to be established in the country. On September 23rd we took the sports entertainment industry in the region to a new level with one of the biggest MMA events seen in the Middle East with a week full of entertainment and action to after parties. With the headquarters in the kingdom of Bahrain and offices in Brazil, Ireland and India Brave CF targets over 20 events annually and will instantly be the largest event provider in the region.”

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Following Brave 1’s huge success, and which such huge goals to fulfill, it wasn’t time to rest on their laurels. Brave got straight back to work and started working on their next installment which will take place once again in Isa, Bahrain at Khalifa Sports City on December 2nd.

How could the Brave product be improved? Add more world class fighters to the Brave roster, which is exactly what they did.

The acquisition of two incredible talents was just announced as Brave welcomed bantamweight Walel Watson (13-8) and featherweight prospect Alex “Leko” Da Silva (17-0). The former is a proven talent at the highest level, from Team Hurricane Awesome in San Diego, who has already fought many of the best bantamweight fighters in the world. The latter is a scary Brazilian featherweight, whose career so far has been nothing short of spectacular.

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amassed 17 finishes from his 17 professional fights and looks to have star potential; that’s the kind of talent Brave is bringing into the roster. Brave is about skill, excitement, action, finishing fights and entertaining the fans and that is clear to see from their choice of fighters. The roster is only the beginning of the improvements Brave have been making behind the scenes.

Mohammed Shahid, CEO of KHK MMA and President of Brave CF, said: “KHK MMA is looking to get more content to the fans and people through a digital distribution channel KHK TV that will feature exclusive events, 100s of fights and combat sports on demand and original content to the people.”

“Brave combat federation reaches the fans through bravefights.com as well as social media pages on Facebook Twitter and Instagram, we are constantly looking to innovate these resources,” he added.

Finally, for Brave 2: “Dynasty” to usurp its

predecessor Brave 1, it must have match-ups. Thrilling match-ups between fighters of similar skill levels,who will leave everything in the cage and always be hunting for the finish. Cue the return of one of Brave 1’s biggest winners, Masio “Lobo: Fullen.

He suppressed the wild and wonderful Abdul Muneer in the first round of their battle, through skillfully taking the fight to the ground, hence removing Muneer’s best weapons, and delivering brutal ground to end the night for the brave “Cutman” from India. Fullen will not only return, but also will fight for the first Brave title, against a formidable opponent making his Brave debut, Alan Omer (19-5). The Iraqi from Stallion Cage, at the age of 28 years old, has a wealth of experience and has fought at the top level for many years now. This will be a truly epic title fight and Brave has given us one more mouth-watering clash to ensure our saliva is still flowing, and it sees the return of “Deadshot” Guziev, who earned his place on this card by knocking out Thiago “Monstro” Viera in the first round. He has been matchedup against Carl “The Bomber” Booth, a bruising English Welterweight with dynamite

in his fists, lighting fast combinations and ruthless finishing ability – couple that with the KO potential in Guziev’s right hand and we have a truly electric encounter which could be over in a flash.

These great fights will soon be available to fight fans throughout the world, via the medium of live streaming and other innovative techniques in the digital media, as the President Mohammed Shahid has promised.

“With the global broadcasts in the near future, Brave CF will be the biggest media platform in the kingdom of Bahrain on digital media and in terms of fan engagement.

Brave introduces to Bahrain an opportunity for change in the marketing industry from traditional marketing to a more digital based content.

With high class VIP from ambassadors to business men from around the world at the 1st brave event it is an event for everyone.”

Everyone must wait just six short weeks before the next Brave spectacle, which is already promising to be blockbuster. Brave 2: Dynasty tickets can be purchased via bravefights.com, selected outlets around Bahrain and Virgin Megastores.

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AFC U-19 CHAMPIONSHIP Japan made history last October 30 after winning their firstever AFC U-19 Football Championship, which took place at the National Stadium in Bahrain.

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Action from the title decider between Japan and Saudi Arabia

SAUDI ARABIA’S PREPARATIONS Saudi Arabia has stepped up its preparations for the title clash against highly fancied Japan for the AFC U-19 Football Championship crown. The Gulf side sought

to win their third title in this continental competition, but faced a sturdy challenge from Japan, who aimed to win their first-ever AFC U-19 Championship trophy.

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We saw Saudi Arabia and Japan last October 27 storm into the finals of the AFC U-19 Football Championship. In the actionpacked semi-final matches, Saudi Arabia halted a come back by contenders Iran to register a hard-fought 6-5 victory. Japan also

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JAPAN: IT WON’T BE EASY BUT WE’LL TRY OUR BEST. Japan coach Atsushi Uchiyama has been hopeful of making history as Japan reached the final of the

AFC U-19 Championship for the first time since 2006.

He anticipated the game to be very difficult for them.

However, he knows that his team played well throughout the tournament, had good balance especially in the first period of the matches.

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beat Vietnam 3-0 to set up the final showdown. All four teams went to the semi-finals without much pressure, but only two remain in the championship round.

Both sides have had mixed fortune in the semi-finals as Saudi Arabia edged a stubborn Iran 6-5, while the young Samurai Blue cruised to a 3-0 victory over an astonishing Vietnam side.

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Action from the Saudi Arabia vs Iraq match

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THE DECIDING PENALTY

The young samurai blue captured a 5-3 penalty shootout victory over two-time champions Saudi Arabia in a neck-and-neck final. The championship was witnessed by thousands of football fans supporting both teams.

Japan’s win in this continental championship brought the seven losses in the finals to an end. They will travel to the FIFA U-20 World Cup next year in South Korea alongside Saudi Arabia, Iran and Vietnam as Asia’s representatives. South Korea will also play as tournament hosts.

Run by Qatari referee Khamis Al Marri, the championship finale saw both teams play a good tactical game while keeping clean sheets with some solid defending and well-organised teamwork.

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Yemen defenders clear the ball before it reaches an Irani forward

QATAR JAPAN YEMEN IRAN UZBEKISTAN CHINA AUSTRALIA TAJIKISTAN the finals. Atsushi Uchiyama coached the Japanese side that was against Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia had the most potent attack of the tournament, netting 16 goals in the five matches leading up to the finals.

No team was able to break the deadlock at the end of 90-minute regular time as well as the 30-minute extra time period, so the match went towards the deciding penalty shoot-outs.

From the penalty spot, Japan could capitalize on all their five kicks. While Saudi Arabia’s Abdullah Magrshi missed his team’s fourth kick; Koki Ogawa scored the deciding penalty in the final round of spot kicks. This made Japan players and hundreds of their supporters in the stadium stand into celebration.

The final match was under the patronage of His Majesty the King Representative for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports chairman and Bahrain Olympic

Action from the match between Tajikistan and Australia

Yemen defenders clear the ball before it reaches an Irani forward

Jowder and Saudi Arabia Committee president Shaikh Football Federation President Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa.

Ahmed Eid were among other Asian Football high-ranking sports officials Confederation President and North Vietnam is on the attack against Korea attending the finals.

Supreme Council for Youth Individual trophies were and Sports General Secretary presented afterwards as Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Japan’s Sakai won the Khalifa honored the finalists. tournament’s best player.

Bahrain Football Saudi Arabia’s Sami Al Naji Association president Shaikh claimed the top scorer trophy, Ali bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, while Japan won the fair play Bahrain Youth and Sport team award.

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PADDLE

BOARDING

AND KAYAK

FISHING

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Paddle boarding and kayaking is becoming popular in Bahrain. It provides a full-body workout and is a great cross-training option.

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n the quest of promoting paddling sport in Bahrain, Hussain Bader is organizing the first kayak and SUP fun race this November.

Sharing his passion Hussain said, “Kayak and SUP race is a famous sport all over the world, with World Series and tournaments. The goal of this event is to introduce a fun challenging sport open for the public to participate. It’s time the sport gets promoted and taken to a new level in this part of the world and it is my personal goal to achieve that.”

SURFSKIS

To join the race, the first thing you need is a surfski.

Light weight surf skis are made of composite layers of epoxy or polyester resinbonded cloth: fibreglass, kevlar, carbon fibre or a mixture. The weight of a Surfski varies from 10kg to 20kg depending on the fiber material and construction method.

The paddles (wing paddles) are made out of carbon fiber. The paddle blades are designed as a spoon and can weigh less than 1kg.

SUP RACE

Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP) is a combination of kayaking and surfing.

Stand up paddle boarders stand on their boards and use a paddle to propel themselves through the water. In a 2013 report, identified SUP as the outdoor sporting activity with the most first-time participants in the United States that year.

STAND UP PADDLE BOARD

Stand up paddleboards come in many different shapes. SUPs are also constructed from different materials like fiberglass, carbon fiber, inflatable, wood and rotomolded

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The race will comprise of three categories; Surfski, Adult kayak or SUP, Kids kayak or SUP, and 18feet rowing kayak. There will also be plenty of fun beach activities for the entire family during the day.

Paddle boarding and kayaking unlike surfing don’t need waves and can be done in calm, flat waters which are best in Bahrain setting.

To get started, here are some basic kayak /SUP gear and techniques. You only need a few gears to enjoy this sport.

SUP TIPS AND TECHNIQUES

polyethylene. Performance SUPs are made of carbon fiber and has a narrow shape with pointed front end.

Face the right way Always check where the fins are

Don’t forget to use a leash It is safer for you. Tethered to lifesaving floatation device in case of an emergency. It is safer for other water users as it keeps the board tethered to you without drifting, floating, bouncing uncontrollably through the surf, around the water.

Make sure your paddle is the right way Make sure the blade is vertical providing you the best angle through the middle of the stroke for the most power.

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and make sure they are in the back when you paddle. Fins at the back help keep the board straight while you paddle, this is called tracking, and help with grip while you paddle on the water.

Paddle using your core Your core is the strongest muscles of your body and will give the most effective power for your paddle stroke. Just using your arms to paddle, will be very tiring and will not provide much power.

Keep your distance Paddle boards are big and they can hurt. Be mindful of other people and make sure you have plenty of room in standing, falling and paddling.

PADDLE

Stand up paddles have an angle or “elbow” in the shaft for maximum efficiency.

Make sure to choose a paddle that’s roughly 6” to 8” taller than you are.

Size your paddle on the longer side for flat water use and the shorter side for use in the surf. The blade is typically bent at a slight angle to the shaft to allow for more forward reach when taking a stroke.

LEASH

This actually goes for all stand up paddle boarders but the sooner you are aware how vital a leash is in any kind of condition the safer you and everyone else will be when you are paddling. A sup leash keeps your paddle board attached to you with a Velcro strap around your ankle (or calf) that is attached to the paddleboard. Leashes come in a variety of sizes, and the general rule is to use a leash around the same size or slightly smaller than your board. In the event of a fall, currents and winds can quickly sweep your paddle board away from you.

EVENTS Bahrain Paddle Festival Friday, 4th November 2016 Marassi Beach (Diyyar Muharaq) From 14:00 pm to 17:30 pm BAHRAIN KAYAK FISHING COMPETITION 2016 Friday,18th November 2016 Durrat Marina From 14:00 pm to 17:30 pm All participants must register on the website below (free registration and participation). www.paddlesport-marine.com

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KAYAK FISHING COMPETITION

Hussain said, “My interest for kayaking came when I learned I could do two of my favorite thing at the same time, kayaking and fishing.

Nine years ago it was my dreams to one day see 20

to 30 kayakers out fishing together. A few more days and that dream will come true. Hosting the first kayak fishing competition on the 18th of November will open new opportunities in promoting this sport.�

The main difference of recreation kayak and fishing

kayak is that the fishing kayaks are much more stable and comes with plenty of storage are for tackle boxes, fishing rods. Most angles can easily modify the kayak with accessories to fit its needs and fishing techniques The event will promote catch and release small fish,

safety on the water and none motorized affordable fishing platform.

Safety is the most important thing while kayaking. It is important that an angler has knowledge about tides, winds, and safety procedure in case of emergency.

LIST OF IMPORTANT GEARS WHILE KAYAK FISHING: Life jacket, mobile phone/ radio, first aid kit, knife, whistle, led signal light, hat, sunblock, suitable clothing.

When enjoying kayak fishing, it is advisable to have a day plan when going out in group. Agree to a meeting point and time, paddling route and expected time return.

This is so people can keep track of each other.

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REDBULL BAR BAHR 2016

Mohammed Khalil and Salman Isa Crowned at Bahrain’s First Bar Bahr.

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ohammed Khalil and Salman Isa took their victory in the first ever Red Bull Bar Bahr to hit the kingdom. The duo controlled the final race on land and on sea from the start while leaving the other teams battling for minor medals.

Accordingly, Isa Karimi and Ahmed Al Thawadi won the second place while Hassan Ahmed and Abdulla Al Jower rounded the podium. The winning team got a cash prize as well as sporting accessories valued at about BHD1,000.

“This was an unprecedented race for Bahrain, and the outcome was totally unexpected. One person couldn’t have made it to the championship alone, so it was definitely a team effort that got us to the top.” Said the duo of Mohamed Khalil and Salman Isa. The event started early in the morning with scrutineering, where the quad bikes and the jet skis @powerupmag

had to pass safety and technical checks. This was followed by the drivers briefing, where all drivers received a full safety briefing and instructions on how to operate on the tracks. Drivers also displayed their safety equipment, approved by the Race Director.

Each team was divided into a group of five and only the first two teams were qualified from each group. The first race took place at 10:40 am where the contestants had to navigate a challenging track of man-made obstacles such as ramps, bumps, and curves.

The first quad racer who crossed the finish line signaled his jet ski teammate in order to start racing on water.

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SPORTS AND BEYOND

world where your passion keeps blazing, it makes you feel youthful when you’re in it. You learn a lot about your body when you do sports.

You will discover the beauty of it, it’s capacity and its limitations.

I consider triathlon as the pinnacle of sports.

It involves three of the toughest endurance sports in the world. They say that endurance cycling is the toughest sport, well triathlon has that. It also has running which is world’s famous sport, including

DR. SAQER AL KHALIFA President, Bahrain Triathlon Association and Assistant Undersecretary for Youth Authorities and Centres of Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs

through sports.

There is no perfect human being amongst us, everyone is missing something.

I would rather have diabetes than anything else. I am thankful as I learned a lot in how to conquer my limits despite having this

Yes I am diabetic, but when I am in my triathlon gear, diabetes goes on vacation somewhere, and I become normal just like you, until I pass the finish line.

In case you don’t know, I am DIAMAN, and so is every diabetic person in sports. We are superheroes of our own, because we have become better human beings after being diagnosed with Diabetes.

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rom the previous article, many people were curious on how I go about my daily routine of working out at least twice a day, to continue being at the status of participating in Ironman whenever I want.

Well obviously, nutrition is vital, everything else is complementary.

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Being a diabetic, I need to be careful and closely monitor what I eat. Diet is an important part in achieving your goal in being athletic and healthy. For some people dieting is a way to keep their body in shape and look good. The goal of enjoying the sport that I love despite my condition, is what drives me to live an active and vigorous lifestyle. Sports is a

swimming, an exercise that any physician recommends.

I play sports not just for triathlon but to be able to keep a healthy lifestyle and to feel young.

Yes I am a diabetic, but when I am in my triathlon gear, diabetes goes on vacation somewhere, and I become normal just like everyone else until I reach the finish line. The longer the triathlon is, the longer its vacation is.

One thing I learned throughout my journey is that not all bodies are the same. Our bodies are like engines, and not all engines are made in Germany.

There are American engines, that are somewhat inefficient but strong, and there are Japanese ones as well that are very efficient though not as powerful as the others. Then there are those that are in between.

What is good for one engine is not necessarily right for another. It is your reponsibility to know your engine which is your body.

You will know yourself, your limits, and your strengths,

condition. I became friends with it and it turned out to be the source of my strength. This is how you become a Diaman!

TIPS FROM DIAMAN DO NOT EAT ANYTHING IN THE LAST THREE TO FOUR HOURS BEFORE YOU SLEEP. Keep your dinner light, and be gentle to your stomach. It is much better to wake up hungry than full.

YOU DON’T NEED TO BE VEGAN OR VEGETARIAN TO EAT LIKE ONE. Throw in a few days of your week to try out different “styles” of diet, give your body some days off from certain food type. Third, which everyone agrees on, treat food like fuel. Think about what you will do during the day, if you will be sitting down doing nothing, then you don’t need to fuel yourself as if you’re going to run a marathon, and vice versa.

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APPLYING ITU RULES IN

BAHRAIN TRIATHLON In PowerUp’s exclusive interview with Bahrain Triathlon Association President Sheikh Saqer bin Salman Al Khalifa and Abbas Moosa Buhassan explains how the association is implementing the International Triathlon Union (ITU) rules in Bahrain triathlon events.

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t begins with specialisation: everyone should be specialised in what they are supposed to be doing. Sheikh Saqer explained, “We have great associations, groups of people and clubs but what we lack is specialisation. People have to be specialised in their field of sports.”

How does the Bahrain Triathlon Association carry it? Sheikh Saqer said, “Right now, most of the triathlon events do not have a centralised standard that they follow. What BTA aims is to regulate the events to reach international standards.

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This will ensure safety of the athletes and will provide a platform for development in sports for both organisers and participants. A wellstructured event helps boost the country’s economy.”

WHY RULES ARE IMPORTANT IN SPORTING EVENTS? This December will be Bahrain Triathlon Association’s third year of conception. The association was established for triathlon sport in the country.

In addition to this Sheikh Saqer said, “BTA have signed

an agreement with the International Triathlon Union (ITU) that the association will be responsible in regulating triathlon events in Bahrain.

Any triathlon events in the country have to be coursed through the Athletics Association.”

“Creating events promotes local and international tourism in the country.

However, the economy will be at a disadvantage if sporting events are unregulated. It gives a bad impression to the people and open doors for dispute,” he added.

Unregulated events are bad for the sport because organisers won’t be able to

apply the actual rules and accountability is not there.

According to Sheikh Saqer, “If there is an official body or committee the liability falls on them. When creating events, knowing that the ITU and the Asian Triathlon Confederation is monitoringus, we have do things at a certain level.”

ITU rules are formed to provide an atmosphere for sportsmanship, equality and fair play; provides safety and protection to athletes; emphasise ingenuity and skill without unduly limiting the athlete’s freedom of action and penalise athletes who gain an unfair advantage.

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FEEDBACK According to Moosa, the organisation of the triathlon was perfect. All of them worked hard for two weeks before the race to bring it to almost an international standard. BTA also tried doubling the number of volunteers to make sure that all areas are covered.

They also brought technical officials with them which are approved by ITU to officiate in this race. The marshals were also doubled in number to ensure that the event was well-organised, structured, and controlled.

In previous events the spectators were free to go near the field of play which can be unsafe or dangerous at times to both the athletes and spectators. With the implementation of the rules, the field of play is exclusively for the participants only. Also, designated transition areas were provided in the race.

The transition was totally separated from the play area.

CHANGES IMPLEMENTED The Bahrain Triathlon Association has implemented the ITU rules in the recent Bahrain National Triathlon Championship last October.

This time, they have strictly enforced the rules to test the viability of applying it in future triathlon events.

DESIGNATED AREAS

At the championship, the BTA has set up separate sections for each stage of the race. There is a dedicated place for bike racks for the elite athletes and the rest of the participants. There were allocated areafor the swimming as well as the cycling and running stages.

This is the first time a triathlon event implemented a Bike

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FUTURE OF TRIATHLON Buhassan and Saqer said, “We are looking forward for other races to be more regulated and controlled. We also try to find more open routes. At the same time, we are planning to bring more technical officials and organise an expo to make it a more family oriented event.”

Buhassan envisions a duathlon championship in future. “The next step will be a GCC championship which has never happened yet in the GCC,” he added.

BAHRAIN CHAMPIONS: AL DAEN AND AL BITAR The event witnessed a large participation including local and foreign runners of both genders. Nawaf Al Daen won the men’s category while Sameera Bitar triumphed in the women’s category. The winning pair is also part of the national team.

check in as per ITU.

TECHNICAL OFFICIALS

Technical officials were present throughout the course. A team of students from Bahrain Polytechnic has recorded the event in video. According to Sheikh Saqer, “This video recording is essential in spotting mistakes and implementing penalties as a proof for the participants.”

PENALTIES

The penalties were applied as per ITU and time penalties were served in a designated Penalty Box at the transition areas. The technical committee served a time penalty of 15 seconds to some athletes for minor infringements. Some athletes were disqualified for cheating and swearing. The penalties

BTA President Sheikh Saqer bin Salman Al-Khalifa awarded the winners, and praised the wideranging participation in the championship. “This represents the beginning of many triathlon events lined up to promote this sport in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

The championship was also an opportunity for our

team to prepare for future championships, and we are now certainly aware of the progress of our preparations,” ShaikhSaqer said.

Shaikh Saqer also praised the presence of a mix of participants representing different nationalities, stating that this contributed in making the event a huge success.

givendepend on where the violations were committed.

compete in international level. Not all of them have standard bikes which led us to turn down some people who wanted to participate. There are rules to follow,we have to check even the type of wheels that they use as it has to follow UCI standard. Under UCI, wheels shall have at least 16 metal spokes.Some of the participantsdon’t have standard wheels. Time Trail bike in draft legal is not allowed. There a lot of things to consider in applying ITU rules.”

Buhassan also explained how the cycling loops are more spectator-friendly now.

Usually, there are four cycling loops but this time there were only three loops. Through this method, the coordination of the race can be better guaranteed.

RULES

We also sat down with Abbas Moosa Buhassan the Technical delegate of the national championship.

According to him, this is the first time a triathlon event followed ITU rules. He said, “It is the first time we have separated elite categories for men and women and the age group. On previous triathlon events, it has been a common practice to start the race with all the age group at the same time.”

When asked about the difficulties they faced in implementing the rules he said, “It was really hard to implement ITU rules as most participants are not yet familiar with the rules especially those who do not

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SWIMMING

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CYCLING

CYCLING

48:02

52:50

4:29:00

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RUNNING

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2:45:34

2:56:52

FINISH CHUTE IN

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8:06:30

8:46:46

KING & QUEEN OF KONA Defending the Ironman World Championship is notoriously difficult; in its storied history only four men and four women had accomplished the feat. Today, Daniela Ryf and Jan Frodeno claimed their place among those titans of the sport as the two took victory once again in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.

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hile Daniela and Jan were heavy favorites leading into the race, both were perceived as vulnerable since they had already done two iron-distance races this year and had not defended their Ironman 70.3 World Championship titles. Yet both were able to prove they are the world’s best on this single-day test of strength,

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endurance, and willpower.

Ryf obliterated her competitors with Swiss precision. Her strategy of

she got onto the run with an eight-minute head start. By race’s end, Ryf was 20 minutes clear of the eventual runner-

“To be honest I was doubting, not so sure where my bike form was after Mooloolaba and this race shows don’t doubt, just do.” swimming in the lead pack and pushing the pace off the front on the bike paid off as

up Mirinda Carfrae and thirdplacer Heather Jackson.

Swimming 52:50 over 3.8

kilometers, cycling 4:52:26 over 180 kilometers, and running 2:56:52 on the marathon, Ryf sprinted through the finish chute in 8:46:46, breaking Carfrae’s 2014 course record by a little over five minutes.

“It was a perfect day. It was the best Ironman I’ve ever done,” said the Swiss. “To be honest I was doubting, not so sure where my bike form was after Mooloolaba and this race shows don’t doubt,

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just do.”

Not only was she on form on the bike, but she also set a new personal best in her first sub-3 hour marathon on the island. Ryf said, “I knew I could run okay and so far I just never had to really show it, or maybe sometimes I couldn’t show it... Today I felt really solid in the marathon and with about 4K to go my team said, ‘If you want, you can go’ and my coach was watching and he said, ‘go for it’ and that’s where I was like

‘OK I’m gonna try it.’

“The last 4K were amazing.

The crowd was so incredible.

They just push me so hard. It was not just a great win. It was a great experience and that’s what it’s all about in our sport - to make great experiences and it’s a day I will never forget.”

Frodeno took his win in 8:06:30 with a 48:02 swim, 4:29:00 on the bike, and 2:45:34 on the run. He set the pace through most of the swim, stayed in the

front group on the bike, and trusted his legs would distance him from the field over the marathon.

His fellow German Sebastian Kienle didn’t make it easy for him: the two men were off the bike within seconds of each other and ran the first half of the marathon together. Frodeno pulled away on the infamous climb on Palani Road, leaving Kienle in second to fend off the hard-charging Patrick Lange.

Frodeno said, “I have to say Sebastian was pushing all the time and up Palani I was just trying to go at my own pace. He was stronger on the hills before so I was surprised he dropped back.

I obviously tried not to get too excited which is a bit hard when you’re leading a world championship.”

It still wasn’t easy pickings racing off the front; Frodeno dug in deep, grimacing through the final mile through town. He only started to celebrate with high fives from the crowd as he ran through Ali’i Drive to meet Ironman legends Mark Allen and

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Dave Scott the finish line. “I can’t remember when I last suffered so much. Right now I’m just so happy to be here,” he said. “Thank you to all the locals for giving us your space, sharing your roads.

Mahalo, much appreciated.”

Fellow Bahrain Endurance teammate Ben Hoffman finished just outside the Top 3 after being in the mix all day. It took a record-breaking 2:39:45 marathon from Lange to bump him off the podium.

However, as first American after a trio of Germans, Hoffman can once again lay claim to being the best in the USA since his 2014 runner-up finish.

While Terenzo Bozzone called it an early day partway through the marathon, the rest of the Bahrain Endurance contingent finished safely.

Jodie Swallow crossed the line 22nd among the pro women. James Cunnama finished in 26th and Brent McMahon in 30th (just in front of Ryf). David Plese ended up inside the Top 20 for the first time, improving on his past Kona performances.

Photo Credit: Delly Carr | Bahrain Endurance Media.

“I have to say Sebastian was pushing all the time and up Palani I was just trying to go at my own pace. He was stronger on the hills before so I was surprised he dropped back. I obviously tried not to get too excited which is a bit hard when you’re leading a world championship.”

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FITNESS

SARA GROSS 2x Ironman Champion, Owner/ Coach Mercury Rising Triathlon Producer/Presenter WiSP Sports, President TriEqual

“DON’T DOUBT JUST DO Face your fears for your best triathlon performance.

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ast month at the Ironman World Championships, Bahrain Endurance 13 team member Daniela Ryf delivered a crushing performance, beating her competitors by over twenty minutes and showing the world what she is capable of.

As observers, we might be tempted to think that Daniela is free of self doubt and has confidence that far exceeds that of us mere mortals.

We might think that, but we would be wrong.

Crossing the finish line, Daniela was clearly elated, even surprised, by her own performance. At the 70.3 World Championships just 5 weeks before, Daniela finished 5th and this left her with doubts about her fitness and her ability to win. After the race she said: “To be honest I was doubting, not so sure where my bike form was after Mooloolaba and this race shows don’t doubt. Just do.”

Everyone has doubts about their performance going into an important race, even World Champions. How we deal with these doubts can make or break the outcome of the race. In twelve years of racing as a professional triathlete, I have had every experience from winning Ironman to

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dropping out. Through these experiences, I have come to the conclusion that when it comes to long distance triathlon, it’s all about how well we overcome obstacles.

Sometimes, in our culture of “positive thinking” we forget to deal with our real fears.

The first step is to take a good honest look at your fears and face them straight on.

Maybe you had nutrition problems and had a stitch at your last race. Imagine yourself getting a stitch and, instead of panicking, walking calmly for a few steps. Try a sip of water or coke (one of these two usually works for stitch) and then jogging again.

If you are nervous about the swim, imagine yourself

“To be honest I was doubting, not so sure where my bike form was after Mooloolaba and this race shows don’t doubt. Just do.”

What are the things you are nervous about for race day?

Some people worry about not making the distance or having stomach troubles or mechanical issues. Some people are nervous about safety in the water or on the bike. Whatever it is, give it a name, and take a good hard look at it.

After that, run through your list of “worst case scenarios” so that you can find solutions to potential problems before they arise. For example, if your fear is a flat tire on the bike, imagine exactly that happening. Imagine yourself pulling over calmly and fixing it. If you don’t know how to fix a flat, practice at home. This way, your fear loses its power.

having a panic attack and then breathing deeply to get it under control and then imagine yourself swimming again. Imagine every possible bad situation and then imagine every possible solution. This process will make you mentally bomb proof.

In triathlon, problem solving is part of the game.

The challenge of racing is the very reason we love the sport. If you’ve been racing for awhile, think back to your proudest moment. Invariably, our proudest races are those in which we overcame obstacles and prevailed.

There is nothing that can stop you from making yourself proud on race day

by dealing with challenges as they present themselves.

Looking back on my own career, one of my proudest races was Ironman Switzerland 2013. During the race, an official sent myself and two other cyclist off course. We descended down a Swiss mountain and another competitor who descended with me crashed into a stream. I stopped to help him (he was ok!), climbed back up onto the course and carried on in the right direction, adding at least twenty minutes to my time.

It was a brutally hot day and when I got to transition I was tempted to stop, but I didn’t.

I grabbed my transition bag and started running. I finished in 8th place (one of my worst ever) but the race still stands out as one of my proudest moments.

And therein lies the final truth - things always look different at the finish line.

In Ironman racing there is (almost) no such thing as a perfect race. There are only imperfect races and how we handle them. One thing you can be sure of, those who have the best races are the ones who deal with challenges quickly and with a positive state of mind. Be that person, and the rest will go swimmingly.

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FOOTBALL AND GOLF IN ONE GAME Last month, PowerUp has been invited to play a combination of football and golf game called footgolf at the Royal Golf Club.

WHAT IS GOLF AND HOW IS FOOTGOLF DIFFERENT TO IT?

Let’s start by defining and identifying some of the golf jargons.

GOLF

Golf is a precision club and ball sport in which competing players or golfers use various clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a course using as few strokes as possible.

18 HOLES

The standard round of golf has 18 holes. Each hole has a teeing ground that is set off by two markers showing the bounds of the legal tee (starting) area, fairway, rough, other hazards (like sand bunkers or lakes), and the putting green with the pin (normally a flag stick) and cup. Each hole on a course, and indeed among virtually all courses, is unique in its specific layout and arrangement.

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PAR

A hole is classified by its par, meaning the number of strokes a skilled golfer should require to complete play of the hole. A typical par-3 hole is around 150 yards (137 m) in length, with a par-4 hole ranging between 251 and 475 yards (225–434 m), and a par-5 hole being longer than 475 yards (435 m).

HANDICAP

A handicap is a numerical measure of an amateur golfer’s ability to play golf over the course of 18 holes.

A player’s handicap generally represents the number of strokes above par that the player will make over the course of an above-average round of golf. The better the player the lower their handicap is. Golfer with a handicap of 0 or less is often called a scratch golfer, and would typically score or beat the course par on a round of play.

FOOTGOLF

FootGolf copies golf rules but foot and a regular football shall be used instead of golf clubs and a golf ball. FootGolf is usually played on the same type courses, having the same par system, though length of holes much shorter and the cups are much wider.

WHAT IS THE FLOW AND ETIQUETTE OF PLAY?

Most of the golf courses follow their tee time schedule.

A tee time is a reservation at a golf course to begin your round of golf at a specified time. If your tee time is 10:10, then at 10:10 you (or someone within your group) should be hitting the first tee shot of your round. Tee times are spaced at regular intervals - typically 10 minutes apart so that groups of golfers are beginning their rounds in an organized fashion.

A game of golf is usually

played in groups up to 4 players. 3-4 players are the most convenient number for a group to keep the right pace of play. Pace of play is a period of time sufficient for players to finish a hole or a round of golf. For example, 4 hours 25 minutes is a good pace to finish a round at The Royal Golf Club Championship Course. 18 holes of FootGolf at the same facility require an average of 2 hours to finish.

Find your partners for the game and arrive on the starting box several minutes prior your tee time. On the teeing ground, you must place your ball between the tee markers, either even with them or up to two club-lengths behind them.

Never in front of them. Tee markers are usually small, colored cones or stones or some other similar indicator.

There are usually 3 to 5 tee boxes on most golf courses.

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FOOTGOLF AT THE ROYAL GOLF CLUB game pleasant for golfers of different skill levels. The closer tee box to the cup the easier round.

The player who has “honors” plays first from the teeing ground. On the first tee, this can be decided randomly (draw straws, play paper-rock-scissors, etc).

On ensuing tees, the player with the best score on the preceding hole goes first, the second-best score goes second, and so on.

Once first shots are played the player who is farthest from the hole always plays first, from any position on the golf course other than the tee box. The exception is when all members of the group have agreed to play “ready golf,” meaning hit-when-ready.

Ready golf can be played when a group is trying to speed up the round and lost the group ahead in view.

Safety requirement must be followed.

One of the most fundamental principles of golf - an idea that much of the Rules of Golf is built around - is “play it as it lies.”

What that means is pretty simple - don’t move or touch the ball! Where it comes to rest, whatever state it is in, you most likely have to play it as is.

ONE EXCEPTION THAT IS ALWAYS IN PLACE

FOOTGOLF AT THE ROYAL GOLF CLUB FootGolf is limited to Sundays evenings only. Tee-times are from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Two hours is sufficient time to finish 18 holes.

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You are allowed to pick up and clean the ball when it’s on the putting green. But mark it first with a marker or a coin.

While playing FootGolf you may mark the spot and lift the ball when it may obstruct the other player’s kick or ball in any way.

SLOW PLAY

Slow play has always been an issue on golf courses, and it’s even more important as a beginner to be aware of your pace of play. You don’t want to keep golfers behind you waiting, just as you probably don’t want to be kept waiting yourself by slow groups ahead.

Always be prepared to play when it is your turn to hit.

Don’t wait until it is your turn to decide which club to use, or to determine the line of a putt; use the time while others are hitting to make those decisions, so that when it’s your turn you can step right up and play.

If your group is slower than the group behind yours - if your group is holding up another group - it’s good etiquette to allow the faster group to play through.

There is a responsibility on players, administrators and green keeping staff to ensure that golf is played at a good pace and at a pace that is appropriate for the course being played.

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All said above is relevant to FootGolf. The same rules and principles are to be applied.

But here are some additions and local rules for FootGolf at The Royal Golf Club. You may always find the rules on the back side of your Foot¬Golf scorecard.

Wear appropriate clothing suitable for the surroundings as well as indoor soccer shoes or sneakers. Cleats or Studs are not allowed due to the possible damage to the course. For the same reason no play is allowed on golf greens.

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The ball must be played in a single movement. You are not allowed to push the ball with the top of your foot. Your foot should be set separate from the ball, clearly behind, before each kick.

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Wait to play until the ball has completely come to rest. (It is not legal to stop the ball from rolling with the wind).

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Play the ball from where it lies. You are not allowed to move the ball or remove jammed objects. Exception: You may mark the spot and lift the ball when it may obstruct the other player’s kick or ball in any way.

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order of play is established based on the lowest score of the previous hole.

If the ball lands in a water hazard, retrieve or replace it within 2 steps from the closest land point from where the ball entered the hazard (annotated by red line), receiving a one stroke penalty or you can place the ball at the position of the previous kick and receive one stroke penalty.

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Out of bounds markers are annotated with white stakes. Place the ball within 2 steps from where the ball crossed between the white stakes receiving a one stroke penalty.

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Stay off the golf greens which are closely mown areas throughout the course; observe the cart off signs where you golf cart must be taken to the path. If your cart isn’t moving pay attention to the GPS-screen. You might have entered a restricted zone and need to reverse the cart.

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The Pace of Play Standard for Foot Golf is 2 hours. Make sure to keep up with the group in front of you. Groups falling behind our pace of play standard will be moved forward to recapture their position on the course.

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FESTIVAL IN BAHRAIN Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) is set to host one of the biggest weekends of international motorsport ever to take place in the region, with its first motorsport festival.

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aking place between November 17 and 19 in Sakhir, the Bahrain Motorsport Festival will be headlined by a pair

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of globally renowned racing events, namely the FIA World Endurance Championship’s (WEC) Bapco 6 Hours of Bahrain and the CIK-FIA Karting World and World

Junior Championship.

It will be the first time such an event will be taking place at “The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East”, as the worlds of Le Mans endurance

racing and top-class karting come together for an epic weekend on track.

In addition, off-track entertainment entitled ActionHa – organised in cooperation

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with popular satellite broadcaster MBC – will be held as part of the festival’s programme.

All these attractions plus so much more await race fans at BIC. Tickets to the three-day event cost just BD20 each and those aged under 12 years old can get in absolutely free.

Each ticket covers the entire event and holders will have full access to the entire racing programme and Action-Ha. Speaking at the festival’s Press conference and launch held this evening at the circuit, BIC Chief Executive Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa commented: “Our first ever Bahrain Motorsport Festival is set to be a hugely impressive weekend for fans, with masses on offer with both the main circuit and karting track in action.

“We look forward to welcoming the WEC family back for the Bapco 6 Hours of Bahrain, and as the seasonfinale, there will be plenty to fight for across all the teams.

“We will also be able to watch some of the most prolific young talent from across the globe at the karting world championships.

Just around three years ago, we had Max Verstappen racing at BIKC at a similar CIK-FIA world championship event; now he is mixing it up with the stars of Formula 1.

It is tremendously exciting to know that one of the stars of

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tomorrow will be amongst us racing.

“Topping it all off will be Action-Ha, which I am sure will have plenty in store for everyone in attendance.

“An occasion such as this definitely raises the bar with regards to the high quality of racing and entertainment we offer at BIC each year.

“We look forward to welcoming the public to BIC for the Bahrain Motor sport Festival on the weekend of November 17 to 19!”

Headlining the weekend’s events at BIC’s

riband event of the annual WEC calendar.

Many of the world’s most prestigious brands in motoring will be represented in Sakhir, including Porsche, Audi, Toyota, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Nissan, while many ex-Formula 1 stars will also be behind the wheel competing.

This year’s event is its fifth edition, and there will once again be a large grid of more than 30 cars, with some shared between up to three drivers. The race’s start time has been changed for this year; it has been moved one

Aside from the WEC and the karting worlds, a pair of supporting championships will also be held as part of the Bahrain Motorsport Festival.

These are the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Middle East and the MRF Challenge.

5.412-kilometre track will be the FIA WEC Bapco 6 Hours of Bahrain, which will be the ninth and final round of its 2016 WEC season.

BIC partner Bapco is the title sponsor of the event for the second year running.

Bahrain is the WEC’s exclusive destination in the Middle East. It gives race fans a special taste of the spirit of the legendary 24 Heures du Mans, which is widely accepted to be the world’s biggest and most challenging race while also being the blue

hour later to 4pm, with the chequered flag scheduled to come down at 10pm.

Meanwhile, the CIK-FIA Karting World Junior World Championship will be taking place at BIC’s world-class karting facility, BIKC. Racing will be in the OK and OKJunior classes, and it will be one of the final meetings of the CIK-FIA’s international season.

This event marks the third time that BIKC will be hosting a CIK-sanctioned world championship level race.

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A huge field of nearly 150 karters from all over the world are expected to compete, and some are set for stardom in the near future.

Aside from the WEC and the karting worlds, a pair of supporting championships will also be held as part of the Bahrain Motorsport Festival.

These are the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Middle East and the MRF Challenge.

The Porsche GT3 Cup is the most popular one-make championship to come out of the region. Top names from across the Gulf and wider Middle East race in identical Porsche GT3 Cup cars at top tracks in the GCC, including the series’ home track at BIC. The MRF Challenge, on the other hand, is an India-based single-seater series boasting plenty of young talent from around the world. The series races across Asia.

Off the race track, ActionHa will include a wide variety of shows, including a car exhibition, a series of live concerts featuring popular global and regional artists, stand-up comedy acts, football freestyle performances, hip-hop dance competitions, a drifting show, and so much more. ActionHa is widely popular with motoring enthusiasts in the Middle East, and it is sure to add plenty of colour to the weekend’s off-track activities.

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THE KARTING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP The Karting World Championship has taken place since 1964; it is the traditional appointment at the end of the season. All the top drivers of the different international categories take part in the event.

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ince the 2015 season, the CIKFIA Karting World Championship has come back to its usual single-round format.

This year the OK and OK Junior titles will be awarded at Bahrain International Karting Circuit (BIKC), which had already hosted the last event of the season in 2013.

Three years ago, the world title was awarded summing up the points scored in two different rounds, the first at the PF International Circuit in Brandon (England) and the second right in Bahrain.

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World Championship for the two categories: the facility will host the drivers who have recently finished to compete

a comeback of the traditional engine size with the 100 Formula K, which became the 100 Formula Super-A from

This year, BIKC will be the only venue of the CIKFIA World Championship for the two categories: the facility will host the drivers who have recently finished to compete in the international season all around the world. in the international season all around the world.

Between 1981 and 1989, the technical regulation opted for the 135 Formula K category. In 1990, there was

1993 and then, between 2003 and 2006, Formula A. From 2007 to 2015 they raced with the KF1, which then became KF. Finally, this year there will

be the debut of the new OK category.

The Karting World Championship will be taking place as part of the Bahrain Motorsport Festival, a first-ofits-kind event at “The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East�.

It will be the third time the CIK event is taking place in Sakhir. Aside from 2013, Bahrain also hosted the junior world championship and academy trophy in 2012. The event made history as the first-ever world championship-level CIKFIA event to be held under floodlights.

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Just in time for the Bahrain Motorsport Festival, here’s a comprehensive guide about the World Endurance Championship

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he FIA World Endurance Championship has matured and established itself as one of the world’s most revered and respected motor sport series. Here’s a guide to WEC and classes you can take.

2016 has been another spectacular season of racing, with 32 entries across the four categories of competition, LMP1, LMP2, LMGTE Pro and LMGTE Am, plus a calendar which for the first time featuring nine races held in Europe, Latin and North America, Asia and the Middle East.

Since 2012, the WEC has featured manufacturer teams from current World Champions Porsche, Audi, Toyota, Ferrari, Aston Martin

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and in 2016, welcomed Ford to the WEC family.

The combination of committed major automotive manufacturers and some of the finest drivers anywhere in the sport ensure that spectators are privileged to be watching some of the highest level endurance racing of all time.

Add to this the many privateer teams battling it out across the classes, plus evocative and storied locations like Bahrain, Silverstone, SpaFrancorchamps, Nürburgring, Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez and of course the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans.

FIA WEC provides two classes for those who wants to enter the world of endurance motorsport racing.

LE MANS PROTOTYPES

Le Mans Prototypes are either open or closed cockpit cars with no production minimum required. Generally produced specially for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, but also for FIA WEC Endurance Championship / ELMS / IMSA races, these cars are developed exclusively for on-track competitions, fulfilling the requirements of the Automobile Club de l’Ouest’s technical regulations. Because of their superior performances and level of technological development, they have a star status within Endurance Racing.

PROTOTYPES ARE DIVIDED INTO TWO CATEGORIES:

LMP1 - for Manufacturers LMP2 - for teams independent of manufacturers and/or engine suppliers

“LE MANS” PROTOTYPE 1 CATEGORY INCLUDES:

“LE MANS” PROTOTYPE 1 Hybrid: with Energy Recovery System (ERS).

“LE MANS” PROTOTYPE 1 : with no Energy Recovery System (ERS) reserved only for privateers.

The LMP1 Private Teams category is reserved exclusively for independent private teams. A team that is independent of a manufacturer means a team that does not benefit from any support from a manufacturer other than for the single supply of engines, services relating to these engines or commercial support. Any support from a manufacturer relating to the chassis or to chassis systems is prohibited.

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ENGINES ENGINE IS FREE EXCEPT FOLLOWING RESTRICTIONS: •Only Petrol or Diesel 4 stroke engines with reciprocating pistons are permitted.

Engine cubic capacity is free for “LM” P1-Hybrid cars Engine cubic capacity must not exceed 5500 cm3 for “LM” P1 cars.

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maximum and 1800mm minimum

LAP

Height: No part of the bodywork is permitted to be more than 1050 mm above the reference surface

The fuel energy per lap is the total amount of fuel energy contained in the fuel mass allocated for one lap.

FUEL FLOW METERING

LMP2

NUMBER PANELS

Pantone red 485, with white numbers

DRIVER CATEGORIES

Bronze drivers are not permitted

MINIMUM WEIGHT 875 kg for LMP1-Hybrid 855 kg for LMP1

DIMENSIONS Wheelbase: Free but it must be identical to that registered in the Homologation Form Overall length: 4650 mm maximum

A homologated “Fuel Flow Meters” sensor must be fitted which directly measures the fuel flow through the fuel feed line to the engine. By measuring the instantaneous flow the total fuel consumption can be calculated. The LMP1 will be constrained on both: fuel energy per lap and maximum instantaneous fuel flow.

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

The front overhang is limited to 1000 mm

Petrol 62.5 litres with ERS, 67.4 litres with no ERS

The rear overhang is limited to 750 mm

Diesel 49.9 litres with ERS, 53.7 litres with no ERS

Overall width: 1900 mm

THIS CATEGORY INCLUDES TWO GROUPS:

A group destined more especially to professional (LMGTE-PRO).

TECHNOLOGY FACTOR The Fuel Technology Factor is a function of the ratio of Diesel over Petrol engine efficiencies.

The K Technology Factor is a function of Diesel and Gasoline powertrain weight and ERS options.

Those factors are used to calculate the relation between diesel and gasoline allocated energy and maximum instantaneous flow.

MAXIMUM INSTANTANEOUS FUEL FLOW The fuel flow is limited instantaneously and therefore limits the maximum engine power.

FUEL ENERGY PER

LE MANS GRAND TOURING ENDURANCE

The “Le Mans” Grand Touring Endurance car (“LM” GTE) is a car having an aptitude for sport with 2 doors, 2 or 2+2 seats, opened or closed, which can be used legally on the open road and available for sale thanks to the dealer network of a manufacturer recognised by the Endurance Committee.

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ENGINES

Normally aspirated engines: 5500 cc maximum Turbocharged / Supercharged engines: 4000 cc maximum.

DRIVER CATEGORIES

LMGTE-Pro: The composition of the crews is free.

LMGTE-Am: A crew of 2 or 3 drivers must include at least 1 Bronze plus 1 Bronze or Silver LMP1.

DIMENSIONS

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A group destined more specially to amateurs drivers (LMGTE-AM).

In this group only cars at least-one year old or fully in compliance with the specifications of the previous year car unless specified in these regulations - will be admitted.

NUMBER PANELS

LMGTE-Pro: Pantone green 355, with white numbers.

LMGTE-Am: Pantone orange 021C, with white numbers.

MINIMUM WEIGHT

1245 kg (weight of the car without driver, fuel or fluids on board).

The Endurance Committee reserves the right to adjust the minimum weight of any car in order to maintain the Balance of Performance between the cars.

FUEL TANK CAPACITY

90 litres (subject to FIA ajustments)

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DUCATI

Bahrain gets its First Ducati Riding Experience (DRE) at the Bahrain International Circuit.

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taly based Ducati Riding Experience in collaboration with Wheels of Arabia offered a unique experience at the Bahrain International Circuit. Wheels of Arabia is the exclusive importer for various motorcycle brands in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, including Ducati, Vespa, Piaggio, Motoguzzi, Aprilia and MV Agusta. DRE provides motorcycle riding courses in an exclusive format available currently only in Bahrain and Italy.

The courses offered by DRE are carried out with the goal of allowing new and experienced riders learn or improve their motorcycle riding skills to ensure a safe experience on track, and potentially on the road as well. The courses are segmented into three parts:

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Intro, Track Evo (Intermediate) or Masterclass (Advanced), each catering to the different level of riders with different models of Ducati motorcycles.

The DRE team, headed by Dario Marchetti, arrived in Bahrain with an experienced team of trainers including

Marchetti. “Ducati is a brand well known for its racing pedigree and we can’t think of a better place to run the Ducati Riding Experience. I have been to Bahrain several times and the culture here is very motorsport oriented.

After several visits we decided

This is a proud moment for us and Bahrain since this program has always been run with the highest of standards globally.

Michele Pirro, Official Ducati Corse test rider for MotoGP and current Moto GP racer, Manuel Poggiali, an ex- 125cc and 250cc World Champion, Alessandro Valia, Official Ducati test rider, in addition to many other established trainers.

“We are extremely proud to be in Bahrain for this experience,” said Dario

to run the full program here with the support of our importers, Wheels of Arabia, and we are very excited to come again in the future.”

Abdulrahman Almoayed, Director at Wheels of Arabia said “This is a proud moment for us and Bahrain since this program has always been run with the highest of standards globally. We are happy to

have had a successful event and to have brought so many people to see the beauty of the country and the high standard of the circuit here.

I am very confident we will be running this program again with the same success.”

The course is open to every level of rider and was held twice over two days, providing an unforgettable experience at the BIC. Participants over the two daysflew in from various countries including Russia, Serbia, Kazakhstan, Italy, and Saudi Arabia in addition to various Bahraini attendees.

This event puts Bahrain on a prestigious list of destinations where Ducati have held the program, providing a unique and accessible experience to people looking to experience the home of Motorsport in the Middle East.

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NATURAL ENERGY BOOSTER

Honey is composed primarily of the sugars glucose and fructose.Eating it or just simply putting it in your drink gives you an instant energy boost. Honey also contains natural vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, and antioxidants.

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PREVENTS CANCER AND HEART DISEASE

The antioxidants found in honey helps lessen cell damage that is linked to cancer, stroke and heart disease. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information honey contains phenols, enzymes and compounds like flavonoids and organic acids which help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease.

GETS RID OF DANDRUFF

In a study published in the European Journal of Medical Research,researchers found that applying honey diluted with 10% warm water to affected areas and leaving it on for three hours before rinsing led to itch relief and no scaling within a week.

HEAL WOUNDS AND BURNS

During the ancient time, honey was used as a natural sweetener and a healing agent. Best known as an antibiotic, honey is used to treat minor scratches, cuts and burns. It also relieves sore throats and suppresses coughs.

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HEALTHY SNACK SELECTION High-protein fruit and snack with no artificial colours, preservatives or sweeteners, suitable for the whole family.

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ports nutrition brand High5 launched a brand new addition to their healthy snack range with Protein Hit; available in three indulgent gluten free flavours.

The snack is packed with flavour and nutritious goodness providing an

energizing boost with no added sugar, deemed as the snack for a busy lifestyle.

Protein Hit gives you with a balanced mix of protein, fats and carbohydrates to boost your energy even when you’re running on empty.

Wendy Lee, HIGH5 General Manager said: “This has already been a hit with

our community of world class athletes as a healthy snack in their busy lifestyles.

Protein Hit bridges the gap between a sports and an everyday product.”

Emma Johansson, Silver medallist from Rio 2016 has already incorporated Protein Hit into her training regime: “I find them really

useful to sustain my energy levels when I am feeling hungry. I have been looking for a quick fix to add more protein to my diet and this is a healthy, convenient way to do so.”

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FITNESS TIPS

MOTOR MUSCLE Motor racing is a seated sport, so it might come as a surprise to you that the driver’s core is challenged during a race.

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or general motor racing fitness, a combination of low-intensity, aerobic cardio exercise as well as shorter, high-intensity, anaerobic training needs to be included in the program. Targeting the specific muscle groups that are challenged during a race will help, but focus should be on the larger muscle groups, as well as the core. Try the following exercises, in a circuit. 10-12 repetitions of each, 3 times.

FLOOR BRIDGE

Bring your feet close to your bottom, hip width apart, and keep your knees directly above your ankles. Squeeze your bottom and lift it off the floor until your knees, hips and shoulders form a straight line. Hold the position for one second, then lower your spine one vertebrae at a time onto the floor.

CHARLOTTE ANDERSON Health & Wellness Practitioner at HV Holistic Health & Corrective Training

FLOOR COBRA

Lie face down on the floor, with your forehead resting on the back of your hands.

Keeping your neck in line with your spine, lift your chest and legs off the floor. You will need to contract your lower back and bottom muscles.

Hold for one second, and slowly return to the floor.

STABILITY BALL PULL-INS

Place your hands on the floor and your feet on a stability ball, and adopt a plank position. Using your abdominal muscles, pull your feet towards your hands. Lift your hips towards the ceiling, and allow your knees to bend.

Hold for one second. Return the legs out into a straight plank position while keeping your core engaged.

LUNGE AND MED BALL ROTATE

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Hold a medicine ball by your chest. Lunge forwards while pushing the ball out at shoulder height. Hold the lunge steady and rotate your upper body over the front knee. Keep your head facing the ball. Rotate back to the centre and then come out of the lunge position.

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TIPS FROM HEAVENLY SPA We always advise the guests not to have massage right away to let the skin absorb the oil and then they can go to the sauna and steam.

Arrive to the spa at least 30 minutes so they can enjoy the facilities like the sauna, steam and Jacuzzi. Being in a hot environment helps makes the blood circulate in your body a lot in relaxing the muscles during the treatment. It makes you feel which part of the body you have to focus more.

SPORTS MASSAGE Relax and Rejuvenate Sports massage therapy is geared not only toward athletes of every kind but also for regular people who trains and exercises.

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fter a tough race or sporting activity, athletes are looking for a way to recover, relax and relieve muscle tensions / stress. What best way to relax than having a massage? PowerUp met with Westin’s Director of Spa and Recreation Department, Ahmed El Sandoby to give us some tips and benefits of sports massage.

According to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), massage acts to improve performance, reduce pain, prevent injury, encourage focus and shorten recovery time. It basically involves two types

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of responses: a mechanical response as a result of the pressure and movement and a reflex response where the nerves respond to the stimulation of a massage.

It’s good for soft tissues injuries but if someone has operations, sports massage is not advisable. Most of my clientele are either athletes or navy, they work out a lot and

Sports massage is not only for athletes, it is for everyone who does a lot of physical activities from running, cycling, jogging to a lot more.

MASSAGE FREQUENCY

When asked how frequent a person has to have a massage Ahmed explained, “It is advisable to have a massage once a week or twice every two weeks and to include it in your monthly regime.

do a lot of physical exercises.

It’s good to have a massage for an hour to 90 minutes.

Longer massage yields better results. Massage varies from soft to hard and we do offer a variety aside from sports massage.”

The Westin concepts are about be well, play well and eat well. Sports massage fits fully into the ‘be well’ concept as it focuses on your wellbeing in sports rehabilitation.

Sports massage is not only for athletes, it is for everyone who does a lot of physical activities from running, cycling, jogging to a lot more.

SPORTS MASSAGE AND OTHER TYPE OF MASSAGE

The particulars of the sports massage technique are specific to the athlete’s sport of choice. However, you don’t have to be an athlete

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BENEFITS OF SPORTS MASSAGE Ahmed El Sandoby

to get a sports massage. It is also advisable to those who are active and are experiencing muscle pains. It focuses on areas of the body that are overused and stressed from repetitive and often aggressive movements. Sports massage emphasizes prevention and healing of injuries to the muscles and tendons. It promotes flexibility, reduces fatigue, improves endurance, helps prevent injuries and prepares their body and mind for optimal performance.

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It incorporates stretching and focuses more on areas that have issues. According to Ahmed before they advised any treatment or types of massage, “As a standard, we always ask our customers about the areas of concern so we can focus on those particular areas. The major areas of concern we received are the shoulder blades, the lower back, the hips and the legs. Focus areas depends on what you do, for example, for a cyclist the main focus areas is their hamstring, the lower part of the calves including their shoulder blades.

Heavy lifters are most likely to

complain of lower back pain.

It depends on what kind of sports you do. The massage therapist will spend more time in that particular area.”

Whether you engage in different sporting activities or just have an active lifestyle, sports massage can help you ease any of your physical stress. Sports massage is not only for managing pain and treating muscle injuries but also for relaxation.

For more information: Heavenly Spa by Westin Tel. No. +973 1717 1122 Email heavenlyspa.bahrain@ westin.com

SPORT/DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE Focusing on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissues, the massage is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff

necks, lower back tightness and sore shoulders.

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Massage therapy has come a long way. From being a simple spa treatment there are now specialised therapies and sports massage is one of the many. According to recent research, massage therapy is making headway in preventative medicine, such as preventing injuries in athletes and as a recovery option. Here are some of the benefits that you can reap getting a sports massage.

It is good for controlling and managing pain It encourage relaxation Improves flexibility and range of motion Relaxes muscles Lowers blood pressure Relieves stress Deals with the health of muscle and connective tissue, range of movements, tone, symmetry, balance of muscle and quality of posture People who have sports injuries

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HEALTH EXPERTS

DR. SAMER J. BASHIR Consultant of Retinal Surgery and Laser Gulf Diabetes Specialist Center

EYE DRYNESS

More and more people are complaining about this elusive and ill-defined nuisance. Dr Bashir explains the causes of dry eye syndrome and the variety of treatment that are available.

E

ye dryness or medically known as “Ocular Xerosis” means insufficient tears for the eyes’

needs.

Basically, the stream of tears is secreted from behind the bony orbit in two forms. The first form is slow and steady (basic) secretion which is thickand loaded with essential elements for a healthy eye.

The second mode is a rapid thin secretion that is useful when a foreign body or irritant reaches the eye or when we simply cry. This phenomenon is confusing because some symptoms of eye dryness include extra tears.

However, eye dryness is not connected to low water intake which means extra glasses of water won’t correct it. Diabetics are chronically dehydrated and tend to have casual dryness as well.

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distribution of this condition across all ages. The sudden transition from any air conditioned area to fresh air which may be loaded with dust is beyond the eyes’ ability to adapt. For example, the rapid shift from a very hot and humid environment of the car’s interior to a very cold and dry atmosphere in minutes when repeated several times a day is defiantly a causing factor. Additionally, the evaporation of tears occurs in seconds when we direct the vents straight to our faces to obtain an immediate cooling.

The second most common reason is the widespread and chronic use of technological devices ranging from phones and tablets to PCs and TVs. These gadgets all force the brain to switch off blinking in order to keep the information stream going without interruptions, causing dryness in few hours of use. Kids are severely affected due to long hours of

unmonitored use. However, simply closing your eyes for several minutes every half an hour does wonders. Switching from one application on your smartphone to another in the same phone is not considered a break!

Lid infections which prevail in elderly population are the third most common reason for eye dryness. This infection leads to friction which results to dryness and will soon cause another friction. This vicious circle can be managed through a root treatment of the lid’s infection.

It’s also worth noting that some drugs like antihistamines used in nasal allergy, Roaccutane (Accutane) used to treat chronic facial acne, oral contraceptives, lack of good night sleep andsome types of makeup can cause temporary dryness,which disappear once the root cause is dealt with.

Medical treatment is done in a step like fashion. Artificial

tears are basically viscous water in many forms, sizes and formulations that help ease the symptoms. Your doctor may be able to help with selectingor even making one especially for you. The doctor can also close or plug the tears’ drainage ducts to keep your hard earned tears longer in youreyes.

In addition to these, it is important to know that several eye drops which are meant to whiten or cleanse the eyes can cause chronic dryness, and the use of any formulation including herbal ones is not advised unless you were specifically told to do so.

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Use a humidifier in the winter.

Give your eyes a rest.

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HEALTH, FITNESS AND MANAGING DIABETES Diabetes is on the rise and we are far from being able to prevent it completely. Fitness experts at Fitness First, tell us why and how to tackle the disease.

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hen it comes to Diabetes, having a balanced diet as well as maintaining regular physical activities are the key in managing it.

DECODING DIABETES

Whether you are trying to control or prevent diabetes, the most important aspect of your lifestyle must be weight-control.Your body weight impacts your blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol levels directly and losing even 7%-10% of your total body weight (if you are on the heavier side) will ease your fight in tackling diabetes.

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then you are increasing your risks because fat surrounding the organs in the abdomen and liver are closely linked to insulin resistance and hence diabetes. Obesity indeed is

to manage diabetes.

DIET FOR DIABETES

Eating healthy is not difficult if you register that whatever you eat affects your

Whether you are trying to control or prevent diabetes, the most important aspect of your lifestyle must be weight-control. a bigger human crisis than hunger. Do remember that taking steps to prevent and control diabetes doesn’t mean living in deprivation.

It means eating a tasty, balanced diet that will also boost your energy and improve your mood. You don’t have to give up sweets entirely or resign yourself to a lifetime of bland food. A bit of planning, discipline and expert intervention is required

blood glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure and weight.

This does not mean depriving yourself either. It simply means eating a tasty, healthy and well balanced meal that will boost your energy, watch your weight as well as enhance your mood.Eat more of healthy fats that are in abundance in raw nuts, fish oil, olive oil and whole milk dairy. Indulge in fresh

fruits and vegetables. More the colours in your plate, better the results. Whole grains, high-fibre cereals and legumes are a must. Take care of your protein intake with eggs, milk, cheese and unsweetened yogurt. Deep fried, packaged, canned and fast foods are a definite no.

White breads and sugary cereals should also be avoided. It is also a myth that diabetics must steer clear of carbs. The type of carbohydrates you eat as well as serving size should be kept a check on. Focus on whole grain carbs instead of starchy carbs since they’re high in fibre and digested slowly, keeping blood sugar levels more even. Brown rice, sweet potatoes, steel cut or rolled oats, leafy vegetables and low sugar bran flakes are excellent

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DIABETES

There is no one formula that fits all. When it comes to diabetes, each one’s capacity and intensity of action that needs to be taken differ. So before beginning any fitness program, it is important to consult a fitness expert who can structure a plan to best meet your needs.

FITNESS REGIME FOR DIABETES

Exercising regularly not just helps in managing weight but also improves your insulin sensitivity. Any kind of exercise ranging from walking, brisk walking, running, cycling and swimming to Zumba, aerobics, Resistance Training and the likes can be taken up as a start. All you need to ensure is 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise daily. Each movements count so choose a regime that you enjoy and you are more likely to stick to it. Post meal walks do help in managing weight and so does stretching. Stretching exercises help keep your joints flexible, prevent stiffness, and may help reduce your chance of injury during other activities.

Aerobic fitness and Strength Training; both are important for optimal fitness and blood sugar control. The amount of calories you burn depends

WALKING

upon how long you exercise and the intensity of your physical training. Do invest in a good fitness tracker to keep your numbers in check.

There is no one formula that fits all. When it comes to diabetes, each one’s capacity and intensity of action that needs to be taken differ. So before beginning any fitness program, it is important to consult a fitness expert who can structure a plan to best meet your needs. You can visit the nearest Fitness First club to consult one of their internationally accredited fitness experts.

What are you waiting for? Start and set a fitness journey to keep your glycaemic index in check.

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CYCLING RUNNING

SWIMMING

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DIABETES

TH BEAT DIABETES WALK IN BAHRAIN

Beating diabetes one step at a time.

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iabetes is one of the major diseases in the Middle East and Bahrain has witnessed an increase in deaths in the past few years. There were about 154,300 cases of diabetes in Bahrain in 2015 according to the International Diabetes Federation.

In line with this, various groups and organizations have created campaigns on awareness, care and prevention of Diabetes for the public.

The Beat Diabetes walk is one of the many initiatives held across the GCC. In 2015, the walk saw the unprecedented participation of more than 40,000 participants across these

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countries. Over 4,000 people in Bahrain alone took pledge to Beat Diabetes by joining the walk.

As a part of Al Rashid Group’s corporate social responsibility, this leading retail and hospitality conglomerate has been hosting the Beat Diabetes Walk annually for eight years in a row. The walk will be held this year again in November at Dohat Arad Park, Bahrain.

The Beat Diabetes Walk will span approximately 3 kilometres. Along with the walk, the venue will also offer a host of complimentary fun-filled activities, including special fitness activities like children entertainment with face painting and balloon bending an on-site DJ and

live entertainment acts.

Stands serving healthy snacks will also be set up at the venue. To raise awareness about diabetes in the region, the Annual Beat Diabetes Walk will also offer free blood glucose testing to all participants.

Announcing the walk VikasAttri, Chief Operating Officer Al Rashid Group Bahrain said, “The walk is a very important annual event for us, it brings the community together and raises awareness about a condition that is steadily growing in prevalence in the region. More than half the people living with the condition are not aware that they have it, and it is essential that we come together

and raise awareness about diabetes. Like every year, we hope to see the community join us and make this event a success” Registrations for the annual Beat Diabetes Walk in the Bahrain can be completed online at www.beatdiabetes. me from 23rd October to 11November 2016 or on the day of the walk at the venue.

Registered participants will receive a walkathon kit comprising a Beat Diabetes T-shirt and cap which can be collected at the Dohat Arad Park starting 2:00 pm during the event.

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387 PEOPLE HAVE

WORLDWIDE

DIABETES 101

8.3%

Worldwide, more than 387 million people have diabetes – 8.3% of the adult population and, by 2035, the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) estimates that more than 592million people will have the disease.

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iabetes is a condition where the pancreas fails to produce insulin at all or not produce enough insulin to keep blood glucose under control. When food is digested and enters the bloodstream, insulin works by moving glucose out of the bloodand into cells, where it is used as an energy resource.

Diabetes occurs when there is insulin resistance and/or deficiency and the body is unable to move glucose into cells.

TYPES OF DIABETES

There are three kinds of diabetes:

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TYPE 1 DIABETES

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body’s own immune system kills the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin. Blood glucose levels must be regulated with insulin treatment in the form of injectable insulin. If too much insulin is injected and the level of blood glucose falls too low, hypoglycaemia can result leading to unconsciousness. If blood glucose levels remains too high (hyperglycaemia), the body breaks down fat reserves instead of glucose as an energy source, giving rise to the release of toxic ketones (ketoacidosis), which

ADULT POPULATION

can lead to coma and death.

At present, there is no way to prevent type 1 diabetes, and people diagnosed with it must receive insulin treatment for life and take insulin injections on a daily basis.

TYPE 2 DIABETES

Type 2 diabetes is much more common and accounts for 85–95% of people with diabetes, and is increasing in every country. In type 2 diabetes, blood glucose starts to rise as the number of insulin-producing cells in the pancreas gradually declines over time due to ageing, lack of exercise and increasing amounts of abdominal fat.This can cause insulin resistance,

where the body produces insulin but the tissue and cells do not respond fully.

GESTATIONAL DIABETES

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is characterised by high blood glucose levels during pregnancy in women who have not had diabetes previously. During pregnancy, the placenta produces hormones that alter the mother’s metabolism to ensure that the developing baby receives enough energy.

Untreated GDM can lead to complications in the baby such as large size at birth (macrosomia), birth trauma, hypoglycaemia and jaundice.

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MANAGEMENT

in Bahrain. Tresiba which is once-daily basal insulin for people with diabetes that successfully achieved equivalent reductions in blood glucose levels, with a lower risk of nocturnal hypoglycaemia versus insulin glargine. Tresiba allows for flexibility in day-to-day dosing time, when needed without compromising efficacy or risk of hypoglycaemia.

“Tresiba can be administered at any time of the day, offering flexible

(UKPDS) showed that better management of blood glucose substantially reduced both the risk of diabetesrelated deaths and the risk of any diabetes complication.

dosing when needed. This flexibility could help improve the lives of patients, as poor insulin adherence contributes to poor glycaemic control.” said Dr. Feryal Al Saber Consultant physician and endocrinologist head of the endocrine unit in the royal medical services at the Bahrain Defense Force Hospital in Bahrain.

“Maintaining good blood glucose control with insulin treatment can be challenging for healthcare professionals and patients due to concerns over hypoglycaemia and night time hypoglycaemia in particular. Tresiba has shown less risk of nocturnal hypoglycaemia than the most widely used basal insulin,” said Vikrant Shrotriya, VP Gulf, Novo Nordisk.

The progression to diabetes-related complications can be slowed down or even avoided altogether by two forms of preventive measures: lifestyle change and medical intervention.Strong scientific evidence from studies in many countries shows that the course of type 2 diabetes and its complications can be, to some extent, controlled.

The United Kingdom Prospective Diabetes Study

The health risks and complications associated with diabetes account for much of the social and financial burden of the disease. In 2014, diabetes caused 4.9 million deaths.

EFFECTS OF DIABETES

The health risks and complications associated with diabetes account for much of the social and financial burden of the disease. In 2014, diabetes caused 4.9 million deaths.

Eye, kidney, nerve and large blood vessel damage Blindness Kidney problems Increased risk of cardiovascular disease

SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES

Diabetes can cause symptoms such as: Excessive thirst Frequent urination Fatigue Blurred vision Weight loss

For type 1 diabetes the symptoms are often severe or distinct, whereas for type 2 diabetes symptoms can be minor or very subtle. Due to this, many people with type 2 diabetes remain undiagnosed

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for up to 10-14 years.

RISK FACTORS

Factors contributing to the increased prevalence of diabetes include: Ageing population caused by longer overall life expectancies: Over the last 50 years, medical advancements mean that life expectancy in Europe has increased while birth rates have declined.

Urbanisation and lifestyle changes leading to an increase in obesity. This urbanisation process has a significant impact on the prevalence of type 2 diabetes. Globally, those who live in cities are two to five times more likely to have diabetes.

Risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes include: Evidence of impaired glucose tolerance Physical inactivity Being overweight: 85% of children diagnosed with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese.

Gestational diabetes A family history of type 2 diabetes

A NEW GENERATION BASAL INSULIN IN BAHRAIN

Complications from diabetes caused by failing to keep optimal glycaemic control can be serious, and may include problems such as heart disease, stroke, blindness, kidney disease, nerve damage and premature mortality. It is important to for people with diabetes to keep a constant check on their insulin level.

Novo Nordisk has launched Tresiba (insulin degludec),

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WATER SPORTS

FASHION & GEARS

Be fashionably ready in every water sports event.

Here are our top selections that will surely enhance and keep up with your adventures!

NEOPRENE JACKET NP NEO HOODIE 2 MM

NAISH MAFIA 2016 WAIST HARNESS

NP HIGH HOOK FLOATATION VEST

Built around a new load-distributing molded shell with an ergonomic inner structure, the Mafia is designed for riders looking for ultimate mobility, superior fit, and support.

It is designed around the wind sports rider. Allowing maximum range of motion in the shoulder and arms. The unique design is form fitting to allow the use of any harness.

NP’s Neo Fireline Hoodie is the perfect outerwear for adding warmth without having to change into a warmer wetsuit.

The Neo Fireline Hoodie is designed for maximum comfort both on and off the water. The hoodie is unisex so both men and women can look stylish and stay warm.

NEILPRYDE ROLLING BAG

It has developed its Equipment Bags with simplicity and function at the top of the list. It doesn’t matter if you’re one of NeilPryde’s International Team Riders travelling the world, or you are simply going down the road to your favourite sailing spot, NeilPryde’s technical bags are designed to make the job that much easier.

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WOMEN’S THERMOLITE DIVE FULLSUIT 3/2

Traditional back zipper entry; an excellent entry level, flatlockfullsuit for milder conditions.

Designed for athletes in and out of the water, this Ventx top balances breathable, lightweight performance with excellent sun protection. Tested and UPF rated to block 96% of UVA/UVB radiation from the sun. 4-way stretch, fast drying, and moisture wicking; relaxed t-shirt fit November 2016 | PowerUp | 71

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TRIATHLON GEARS

ADDITIONAL TIPS FROM CORNE VAN ASWEGEN, BIKE TECHNICIAN AT TRILIFE

MAKE YOUR RACE DAY PREPARATION STRESS AND WORRY FREE USING THIS CHECKLIST!

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reparedness is the key to every activity you are going through your life. When you are participating in a triathlon, you should not only be preparing for the actual race itself. Aside from being physically and mentally ready, you should be organizing the things you’ll need in the triathlon for a safer and

More often than not, athletes have pre-race habits. Some of them like to have their favourite snack while others like to engage in a pre-race workout.

TRAINING CLOTHES WATCH AND GEARS PRE-RACE SNACKS

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Get your bike to your local bike shop ahead of schedule for a service or check-up.

Don’t leave your service till last minute as this does not leave any room for error.

smoother ride.

There is a lot to keep track on race day and having a checklist can make your preparation less stressful.

It is best for an athlete to pack the things he’ll need in advance to avoid missing out on the vital stuff. At the same time, keeping a checklist will also help you remember the important things for the race day.

You can familiarize yourself with the environment you are swimming in as well as the suit you are going to use. It is also convenient to bring additional goggles for emergency purposes.

GOGGLES (bring an extra pair) SWIMCAP SHORTS WETSUIT SANDALS/FLIP FLOPS TOWEL

Prior to the race, you have to make sure that your bike is in good condition. The condition of your bike is the key to ensuring your performance in the triathlon.

Staying hydrated and having a source of nutrition are also needed while cycling.

BIKE TOOL KIT HELMET SUNGLASSES SOCKS CYCLING SHOES ENERGY GEL WATER BOTTLE

Although running requires lesser amount of preparation than swimming and cycling, it does not mean that you should forget about these items.

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RACING OFFICIAL TIMEKEEPER In time for the Abu Dhabi Grand Pix, here are some of the latest Formula 1 watches by Tag Heuer.

FORMULA 1 RED BULL RACING SPECIAL EDITION QUARTZ CHRONOGRAPH 43MM

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Official Timekeeper & Official Watch of the Formula 1 Red Bull Racing team. The two brands announced the new name of the 2016 car, “Red Bull Racing - TAG Heuer RB12”, with TAG Heuer being included in the team’s official name. It is the first time a watchmaker has ever been named directly in the official title of an F1 team.

TAG Heuer is introducing two special series TAG Heuer Formula 1 Red Bull Racing Team watches.The steel chronograph bears the team’s colours, midnight blue and red, an alliance which naturally alludes to the racing mindset. Adorned with a bezel sporting a tachymeter scale in matte blue aluminium, this piece reflects

the DNA of the TAG Heuer Formula 1 collection perfectly.

The watch is available in two versions, one of which has a steel bracelet in keeping with the watch brand’s flagship models. So what is new? This model is also available with a strap made from technical textile for a sportier look, with red stitching inspired by the seat belts of racing cars.

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TECHNICAL DETAILS REFERENCES CAZ1018.BA0842 - Blue dial, aluminium bezel and steel bracelet CAZ1018.FC8213 - Blue dial, aluminium bezel and strap made from technical textile

“If everything seems under control, you’re not going fast enough.” Mario Andretti

CASE 43 mm in diameter, made from polished and brushed steel Fixed bezel made from polished and sand-blasted steel and matte blue aluminium, with a silverplated tachometer scale Sapphire crystal - Polished steel screw-down “Easy Grip” crown with TAG Heuer logo Brushed steel crown protection - Push-buttons in polished steel Screw-down case back in brushed steel with the text “Red Bull Racing” - Water-resistant to 200 m

MOVEMENT Ronda 5040D – Quartz chronograph with date window at 4 o’clock

DIAL Blue with 3 white counters: a 1/10second counter and chronograph hour counter at 6 o’clock, a chronograph minute counter at 9 o’clock and a current seconds counter at 3 o’clock Hand-applied faceted and polished indices with luminescent markers Polished hour and minute hands with luminescent markers Black gold polished counter hands with red tips - Red central seconds hand Printed TAG Heuer logo and text “TAG Heuer – FORMULA 1” Blue and red printed minute track

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Triple-row brushed steel bracelet with brushed steel clasp, dual safety mechanism and extension for the motor races, or blue strap made from technical textile with red stitching, inspired by a racing seat belt.

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FASHION & GEARS

CASUAL SPORT STYLE These shoes will surely glam up your sports wardrobe and take your look to the next level.

LACOSTE JOUER SLIP-ONS Urban, comfortable, easy to slip on and is designed in vibrant colourways, the Lacoste Jouer Slip-Ons features an elasticated closure for comfort and classic clean lines. This shoe is elegant and can be easily worn every day.

LACOSTE ZIANE SNEAKER Ziane Sneaker is reinvented and now features impeccable clean lines, a court-inspired sole and signature details for seasonal durability. The Ziane Sneaker is available in a range of colours such as red, black, navy and gray.

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GEOX NEBULA SNEAKER Strike a perfect balance using the Geox Nebula sneakers.The Nebula shoes boast Italian style and technology while making you feel as if you are walking on a cloud.The wide range of colourways for men offers endless options to looking not only cool but also relaxed.

GEOX EMILDON SNEAKER Embrace the technology using these trendy and comfortable Emildon men’s trainers. These trainers are athletically inspired and designed to naturally regulate your foot’s temperature.

Wrap your feet with soft suede upper in grey, blue, navy and red colour styles.

GEOX NEW CLUB SNEAKER Add glamour to your sporty style using theGeox New Club women’s trainers. These women’s sneakers feature a black quilted patent leather upper, a grosgrain detail with a rear zip and a tone-on-tone black sole that guarantee glamour, comfort, flexibility and total lightness, all day, every day.

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TECH GADGETS

NEW FITNESS AND ADVENTURE BUDDIES From wearable technology to action cameras, these gadgets are changing the game for players, coaches, and sports fanatics alike.

Check out this month’s top picks!

APPLE WATCH SERIES 2

ADIDAS MICOACH SMART BALL

GOPRO HERO 5 BLACK

Apple had just recently launched its second generation smart watch. This smart watch carries out some of Apple’s trademark colors: silver, gold, rose gold and space grey. Compared to the earlier version of Apple watch, the Series 2 focused more on fitness by adding a built-in GPS so you can record precise distance, speed, and pace while walking, running or cycling. There has been some changes in the display which made it two times brighter than its predecessor.

Also, the new Apple watch is now water resistant which means you can now track laps while swimming in the pool or open water. Apple surely is upping the game for sports watch owners.

The Adidas Micoach Smart Ball is not just your ordinary ball. It helps you improve your soccer skills through its integrated sensor inside that detects speed, spin, strike and flight path data and instantly relays kick data to the MiCoach app on your smart phone. The information gathered will be sent via Bluetooth to the MiCoach Smart Ball app on your device. The app provides instant feedback on the analysis of your performance.

What’s more fascinating is the ball’s feel and reaction is similar to a normal ball.

This app-enabled ball helps and guides you to improve your ball-mastery and soccer kicking technique while training.

You can take your adventures to another level with the GoPro Hero 5. It is now waterproof up to 10 meters (33 feet) without a housing. This is an upside compared to other action cameras. GoPro’s past cameras were only water resistant when it’s in its polycarbonate housing but Hero 5 may be the best one yet. It also has a 4k video, simple one-button control, and voice control which makes it easier to use.

The GoPro Hero 5 Black added some of the muchneeded features from its predecessors. If you are looking for a convenient and quality sports camera, GoPro Hero 5 Black is a good investment.

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MISFIT RAY Misfit Ray may look like your ordinary bracelet but it does extraordinary things. This sleek looking fitness tracker from Misfit automatically tracks steps, distance, calories, and sleep.

This fitness tracker can also set vibration alerts for call and text notifications, movement reminders, and alarms. What we like about the Misfit Ray aside from its slim and sleek design is that it is swimproof which makes it great for water aerobics. www.powerup-mag.com

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GROOMING MUST HAVES FOR MEN AND WOMEN

2016 is almost coming to an end but it is still just as important for men and women to look and feel good. Being well groomed not only makes you look presentable, it boosts your confidence as well. Here are some products you need to have for a healthier and fresher looking you.

Hair DOVE MEN+CARE SHAMPOO ANTI-DANDRUFF FORTIFYING SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER

Since dandruff is a common hair issue for men, combat it by using Dove Men+Care Anti-Dandruff Fortifying Shampoo and Conditioner. This 2-in-1 shampoo improves scalp health and strengthens your hair through regular use.

L’OREAL EXTRAORDINARY OIL NOURISHING SHAMPOO

Looking for the perfect shampoo for dry hair? L’oreal Extraordinary Oil Nourishing Shampoo may just be the right match for you. This shampoo is best for dry and lifeless hair because it contains coconut, argan, chamomile, amla, soja, and sunflower oil.

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Face CETAPHIL GENTLE SKIN CLEANSER

Cetaphil Gentle Skin cleanser stays true to its name by offering a mild and nonirritating formulation that soothes your skin as it cleans. This skin cleanser is designed for all skin types including those who have rosaceaprone skin.

CLINIQUE BROAD SPECTRUM SPF 50 SUNSCREEN FACE CREAM

With this face cream’s sun protection of SPF 50, you can now bask in the sunlight without worrying much about the aging and burning effects.

Clinique Broad Spectrum Face Cream offers a high-level protection in a lightweight consistency.

BENEFIT TOTAL MOISTURE FACIAL CREAM

Say hello to a totally moisturized skin by using Benefit’s Total Moisture Facial Cream.

It provides concentrated immediate and long-term hydration for a radiantly refreshed complexion. This facial cream will surely leave your face feeling smooth and refreshed.

DIOR HYDRA LIFE PRO-YOUTH SORBET CRÈME

Dior Hydra Life Pro-Youth Sorbet Crème hydrates and moisturizes skin.

This cream’s texture is indeed similar to a sorbet and has three active flower extracts which reinvigorates skin. Dior Hydra Life Pro-Youth Sorbet Crème can be used by people who have skin types ranging from normal to dry.

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Body NIVEA MOISTURIZING BODY WASH

Most of the body washesthat provide long-lasting moisturization have a greasy feel. Nivea Moisturizing Body Wash gently cleanses and pampers skin with a rich lather, leaving your skin moisturized long after showering without the oily feeling. It contains pro-vitamin B5 for a softer and smoother skin.

NIVEA SUN PROTECT & BRONZE TAN OIL

Nivea Sun Protect & Bronze provides advanced protection and offers a beautifully natural tan upon using it. It is also water resistant which makes it perfect for water and other physical activities which entails sweating.

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Lips NEUTROGENA LIP MOISTURIZER

Tired of dry and chapped lips?

Neutrogena’s Lip Moisturizer with Sunscreen SPF 15 softens, smoothens dry, chapped lips with no waxy feel. This product is great for men and women because it is unscented and stays smooth till the end. Also, this lip moisturizer is light and comfortable to wear.

THE BODY SHOP FROSTED BERRIES SOFTENING BODY BUTTER

Fragranced with the scent of juicy berries, The Body Shop Frosted Berries Softening Butter will be a treat to your body. It leaves your skin feeling moisturized up to 24 hours which is perfect if your skin feels dry and uncomfortable.

CK ONE SUMMER 2016 CALVIN KLEIN

The search for a refreshing, light, and crisp fragrance is now over. CK One Summer 2016 Calvin Klein is an invigorating perfume designed for men and women. This perfume’s bottle and box is decorated with palm tree imagery in green and blue colors which inspires a refreshing and carefree fragrance for men and women.

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APP

TOP FITNESS AND HEALTH APPS Do you ever wonder how much time you spend staring and scrolling through your smartphone?

Because we are living in a very technologically advanced society, everything is already at the palm of our hands: including fitness and nutrition.

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ou can now use your phones as your own fitness companion by downloading the right applications.

Here are our top picks that will help you achieve your health and fitness goals and would motivate you to get moving.

SPOTIFY – RUNNING

FREELETICS BODYWEIGHT

ZOMBIES, RUN!

Make running more fun by turning exercise into an adventure game. Zombies, Run! is an immersive running game where you play as the hero by carrying out missions and collecting supplies to help the town survive. In short, you definitely need to keep running to complete your missions which makes it really engaging. The distance, time, pace, and calories while running are recorded in the app. Zombies, Run! Surely is the cool way to go outside and get sweating.

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Looking for workouts which are perfect for your body weight? Freeletics Bodyweight is fitness training program which adapts to your own fitness schedule, level, and goals. The app features 5 to 30 minute workouts based on your body weight.

It is a very handy fitness app because the routines don’t require equipment which means you can train anywhere and anytime. Tutorial videos are also provided so worry no more! This is the go-to app if you want to lose weight or simply just get in a much better shape.

“Run to your own beat.”

Yes, you read that right. This music streaming app matches music to your running tempo to make you more motivated while doing your running laps. Music is an integral part of working out and some people like to create playlist to further enjoy their workout routines without having to choose a song every now and then. Spotify uses your phone’s sensors to detect how many steps you take per minute and automatically creates a playlist for you. It measures your pace to be able to pick the right song for you. This app helps in pushing you a little harder in your routines while getting you in the mood to exercise.

LIFESUM

Do you ever catch yourself eating unhealthy foods? Do you want to start changing your eating habits for a healthier lifestyle? If the answer is yes, then Lifesum is the app for you. Lifesum is an app that helps you in making better food choices while improving your exercise routines for you to reach your health and fitness goals. It is a personalized guide for your lifestyle. By installing Lifesum, you’ll get reminders (drink enough water) and feedbacks to improve the quality of your diet. A visualization of your progress is also provided through a body summary to make you more dedicated! www.powerup-mag.com

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