#Triathlon Training Camps

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Experience the thrill of an Alps Triathlon Holiday like never before! Our tailor-made packages at Trimorzine ensure a perfect blend of challenge and rejuvenation amidst the stunning Alpine landscapes. 🏔️🏊‍♀️🚵‍♂️🏆.

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Tailor-Made Cycling Holidays in Spain: Unleash Your Inner Athlete with Triathlon Training Camps

Tailor-Made Cycling Holidays in Spain

Spain's diverse terrain, from challenging mountain passes to picturesque coastal routes, provides an ideal backdrop for cyclists of all levels. Tailor-made cycling holidays in Spain offer a unique experience where you can customize your journey based on your fitness level, preferences, and desired challenges. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a beginner looking for an unforgettable adventure, there's a cycling holiday in Spain that suits your needs.

Triathlon Training Camps in Spain

For those seeking a multisport challenge, Spain offers a wide range of triathlon training camps designed to help athletes improve their skills, endurance, and performance. Whether you're a novice triathlete looking to complete your first race or a seasoned pro aiming to set new personal records, these training camps provide the perfect environment to reach your goals.

The Spanish coastline, with its crystal-clear waters, is an ideal setting for open-water swimming training. Triathlon camps in Spain often include swim sessions in the Mediterranean Sea or Atlantic Ocean, allowing you to refine your technique and build confidence in open-water swimming.

Moreover, Spain's diverse topography allows for varied cycling and running routes, ensuring that your training camp experience is both challenging and exhilarating. From the rolling hills of Catalonia to the volcanic landscapes of the Canary Islands, each region offers unique training opportunities to enhance your skills across all three disciplines of triathlon.

Benefits of Tailor-Made Cycling Holidays and Triathlon Training Camps

Tailor-made cycling holidays and triathlon training camps offer numerous benefits beyond the physical aspects of sport. These experiences provide an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share stories, and form lasting friendships with fellow athletes from around the world. The sense of camaraderie and support within these communities can be incredibly motivating and inspiring, pushing you to reach new heights in your athletic journey.

Additionally, these holidays and camps allow you to explore the rich cultural heritage and culinary delights of Spain. After a day of training, you can indulge in local cuisine, savor regional wines, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Spanish cities and towns.

Conclusion

Spain's tailor-made cycling holidays and triathlon training camps offer the perfect blend of adventure, fitness, and cultural immersion. Whether you're seeking to challenge yourself on the bike or train for a triathlon, these experiences provide a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes of Spain while honing your athletic skills. So, pack your gear, book your trip, and get ready for an unforgettable journey that will leave you with incredible memories and a renewed passion for sports.

Reference: https://cyclinginthesuneu.wixsite.com/home/post/tailor-madecycling-holidays-in-spain

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@jegulus-microfic jan 22 - cry - 873 words

sapphic jegulus feat. pregnant!jamie (and the wonders/horrors of hormones)

“Mh,” James makes around the mouthful of pretzels she keeps dipping into the Nutella, “He’s kicking again!”

Regulus is already off the step ladder, overalls clad knees hitting the plastic covered floor next to where James is slouched in their camping deck chair.

They’re painting the nursery today. Or, Regulus is, while James is putting up her feet as ordered (not by the midwife but by her god damn fiancé so she better listen) and dipping pickled cucumbers into the chocolate cream as well whenever she thinks Regulus isn’t paying attention.

Which she is never not, and especially since James came back to bed out of their en-suite bathroom with a positive pregnancy test that fateful day a few months ago.

James licks her lips off crumbs and takes Regulus’ hand to where Harry is pedaling away inside her stomach, placing her palm over Regulus’ pale fingers.

It doesn’t take too long for Regulus to feel the skin move under her own palm, James’ skin warm where her shirt has ridden up over the bump.

For a woman that’s refusing to put on anything pregnancy wear related she’s been pretty keen on the idea of Regulus in an old crop top and overalls for her painting get-up.

James chuckles above her when Harry goes a little wild at Regulus’ proximity—she’s convinced he can already differentiate between his two moms.

Regulus less so, since he’s barely the size of an eggplant and all.

Still, she indulges her fiancé, and it’s true nonetheless that speaking to the baby firms the connection even as it’s still inside the womb.

Regulus hums happily, lips tugging at the corners and out of the corner of her eye she sees James’ nose scrunching in delight.

“Hello, babyboy,” she speaks at the belly, “Already training for your first triathlon in there, huh?”

James shakes the shaggy hair out of her doe eyes, grinning cockily, “Of course! He’s gonna place first on his very first go, too.”

Regulus rolls her grey eyes, “Not to already put any pressure on him or anything.”

James rolls hers in return, smile not fading as she brushes some of Regulus’ long, wavy hair behind her shoulder, caressing her cheek with her fingertips. “Love, you know damn well I’ll support him in whatever he chooses to like spending his time doing. But to be honest, between the two of us? I’d bet a Turning he’s on a balance bike before he can even run properly.”

Regulus scowls a little, James unperturbed as she looks back at her before arching a brow.

Regulus bends down over her belly again, cupping a hand around her mouth and whispering at their little baby, “She’s right, y’know. But don’t tell her I said that.”

Her fiancé cackles, throwing her head back and Regulus sets her lips down against the belly in a gentle kiss.

There’s a little sore spot in her chest suddenly and she blows out a breath through her nose, still so close to James’ belly Regulus feels the air hit her back.

“Harry,” she starts, “I know I’m probably not a naturally good mommy. There’s still lots of what I have to learn, and unlearn, especially. But I’m doing the work, I promise. I’m reading the books, and talking to my therapist on a set schedule because I love you. You’re not even here for me to hold but I already love you so much I feel like I could pulverize a whole fleet of ships if it meant nothing bad ever happens to you.”

She kisses the bronze skin again, thumb swiping back and forth over the small spot that keeps being pushed at, “I also know that I’ll mess up eventually but that’s okay because that’s normal. And I promise you—I promise, ok?—that I’ll love you so much it’ll make up for all of it.”

Suddenly there’s a sniffle from above and Regulus head whips around alarmed to see James lips in a quivering pout, chin wrinkling and tears welling impossibly high in her bloodshot eyes.

“Baby,” Regulus makes a cooing noise, moving one hand to cup James’ jaw, “Why are you crying, what’s wrong?”

James gives a little hiccup, aggressively gasping up the snot, “That was so sweet, what the fuck.”

Regulus tucks her lips in to keep from breaking into a small laugh and nods understandingly. James’ hormones have been rollercoastering a little the past few weeks.

“And also hot,” she adds, gaze dipping to Regulus’ lips and then lower where she knows the metal of her pierced nipples is peeking through the cotton. James pulls her lower lip between her teeth, gnawing on it before shrugging slightly, distracted by the view, “Talking about raising hell for his well-being and stuff.”

“And stuff,” Regulus parrots, sliding her hand around to James’ waist and licking the corner of her lips, knowing exactly what the best approach is to get James out of her headspace here now.

In the end, all it takes is Regulus leaning in closer, voice husky and telling James she’d kill for their little family without batting an eye for James to ask her to fuck her on the sofa from behind with the mirror in the hallway facing them.

[bwoahtastic]

I am so obsessed with girl!nico and jense!! So more rambles cos nnggg my babies and I'm trying hard to finish the fic I am writing soon!

Nico being really nervous when she agrees with Jenson to tell some of the other drivers that they are together? She is normally so confident and determined but now she is blushing and doesn't know what to say so Jenson tells them (probably mark first). Nico being so nervous because she thinks some will react badly? Tell jenson he can do better? She is so relieved when they are happy for them!

Nico and Jenson often going training together for triathlons. Jenson runs faster, but Nico is insanely fast when swimming

Jenson taking Nico camping and at first she isn't sure about it but she surprisingly likes it. It's quiet, she doesn't have to pretend to be her media perfect self because it's her and jenson, and it's cosy and romantic to cuddle up with jenson in the tent!

After they get engaged, jenson shows off the ring so proudly and tells everyone how nico proposed to him!

Jenson loathing Danica Patrick even more than usual lol. Full on rolls his eyes and explains her in detail how wrong she is wrong if she even TRIES to insinuate women don't belong in f1 and nico was just lucky to become champion

Nico giving Jenson a massage? He tries so hard not to squirm having those little warm hands rubbing over his shoulders and back

They become official to the public when Nico kisses Jenson before a race, a deep, sweet kiss for good luck to both!

They break up for a few weeks at soke point, maybe around the point where they both retire. It's too much pressure, too much going on for both and they unfairly take it out on each other. They never stop loving each other tho and get back together!

[dasbrummli]

Types of People: Humans I love(d).

The Little Sister: Flared pants and platform Doc Martens. Delicate gold earrings, perfect skin and bright eyes. Flat white coffee or matcha latte. Bagels. Techno music and poetic folk songs. Paris. Polaroids. Quick witted and humorous. Dachshund. Shabby sweatpants and runway fashion. Floppy ears. Massages. Banana bread.

The Little Brother: Street smarts. Perfect driving. Anything but resentful. Stained sweatshirt and Burberry Trenchcoat. Photography. Basketball. Chill. Humorous. Infuriating but so so lovable. Teacher. Surprisingly insightful. Advisor. Confident and cocky. Beer and Barbecue sauce. Coffee mugs. South Africa. Spontaneity. Arrogant.

The Father: Golden morning light. Expensive camera equipment and cheap gas station coffee. Model trains. Thick wool sweaters. Cologne and scratchy cheek kisses. Blankets of snow. Hares. Holly Cole and The Boss. Hilarious. Anything but an experimental eater. Spaghetti Bolognese and Stollen. Vibrant forest. Red wine and milk chocolate. The Musician.

The Mother: Crime novels. Warm soft hugs. Silent laughter, red cheeks, tears in eyes. Surprises. Book smarts. Perseverance. Organised and focused. Strong black tea and dark seedy bread. Elephant whisperer. Insomnia. Open mindedness and indignation. So supportive. Manners. Nice porcelain. Hydrangeas and roses. Plum jam. Perfect pedicures.

The Older Sister: Long walks. Control freak. Forests. Fantasy worlds. Diving head first into a swimming pool. Daydreaming. Curly hair. Pretentiousness. Everyday magic. Books. Tiny handwriting. Long wool coats. Mind all over the place. Excitement. Cold hands and warm sweaters. Hopeless romantic. Owls. Greek mythology. Trivia. Ink. Details. Cappuccino with cinnamon and cocoa.

The Musician: Delicate fingers plucking at Cello Strings. White chocolate. Knitting. Sarcasm, emotionally distant. Squirrels. Autumn walks, rain, graveyards. Audiobooks. Norway. Engineering, technical drawings, ballpoint pens. Morbid curiosity.

The Fighter: Clean and crisp white sheets. Determined. Cold brew coffee. Fragrant white Hyacinths blooming on a windowsill. Toned shoulders. Emotional intelligence. Brutal honesty. Philosophical books. Lab coats. Excellent listener. Pep talks and feminism. Triathlon. Anything to achieve your goals. Knowing smirks. Moscow mules. Reading not for pleasure but learning (or the pleasure of learning?)

The Scientist: Obscure inside jokes. Freckles. Dancer. Questionable cook, decent baker. Physics. The Smartest. Elegant movements. Thrifted knitted jumpers. Multicoloured nail polish. Poetry. Eccentric. Debating society. Entire page covered in the tiniest notes. Funky coffee mugs. Books picked off the street.

The Scout: Strong moral compass. Scouts honour. Massive Fantasy novels. Guffawing. Tie dye T-shirts and shining blue eyes. Ships. Camping. Adventure. Overwhelmingly talkative, but not in a bad way. Carefree. Trinkets and bonfires. Dunes and seafoam. Orange.

The Travel Companion: Political. Volunteering. Singing flatly but passionately. French patisserie. Colourful felt. Opinionated. Exuding coolness on the dancefloor. Dark green. Finland, pine forests and smoked salmon. Tents. Virology. Hypochondriac. Experimental cooking. Mushrooms. Aromatic black tea.

The Oldest Friend: Books over books over books. Deep talks. Old friends. Yoga. Peppermint tea. Sky blue. Memories. Therapy. Snowboarding. Pixie cut. Relaxation, taking it easy. Veganism. Dog person. Gender Studies. Runner. Coming back stronger and gentler than ever. Gift exchange. Solo holidays. Empathy.

The Exchange Student: Fast talking, Aussie accent. Oversized sweatshirts. Oat milk. Glowing skin. Sea foam. Pearls and silver. Fresh tulips. Warm summer days. Sunny side up eggs, drizzled with golden honey. Pool balls clicking. Hot chocolate. Belgian beer. Dog person. Silver rings, one on each finger. Tan lines.

The Designer: Linocut. Wide pants, black turtleneck. Oat milk. Creativity. Graphic design. Nose ring. Mullet. Enjoying and celebrating the beautiful things in life. Analogue photography. Coffee is a science. Patient. An artist. Berlin. Tortoiseshell glasses.

The Certified Badass: Bouldering. Fine line tattoos and silver ear piercings, too many to count. Black velvet. Remote island. Catto content. Road trips, lush forests, sea waves. Platinum hair. Strong. Blue eyes, white liner. Island. Thick knitwear and combat boots. Tarnished silver jewellery. Dune grass.

[egenvs3000f23]

Blog 1: My Relationship With Nature and Sense of Place Within it

Week 1 Prompt: Describe your current relationship with nature. How has this developed/evolved? Who offered you “a sense of place,” as described in our textbook?

I grew up amongst the rolling hills, creeks forests and farms of Caledon Ontario. Since I was young I have always felt connected to nature, and I account this largely to the setting in which I grew up. Instead of street names, malls, houses, shops and recreation centers, my neighborhood was instead conservation areas, farms and undeveloped land. My friends and I would go for long bike rides and hikes and play in the woods growing up. I think this is where my current relationship with nature has had its roots.

As time went on I became busy, I trained 22hrs a week as a competitive swimmer, went to a highschool in the city and eventually made my way to the university of guelph. Nature and my time in it got further away. I missed it and have since realized the profound impact it has on my well being, so I started to find my way back. I got into triathlons after quitting swimming and started to trail run and bike. To me there is no greater feeling of freedom than moving through outdoor space, particularly one of nature, running and biking re introduced this to me. I then had the chance to work at a mountain top tea house in Banff where I lived without electricity and amenities for a summer. I truly felt I knew the place. By the time I left, I could name every mountain, valley, river, identify countless trees, birds, plants and, having just completed a geomorphology course, understand the topography of the landscape. The friendships I made that summer were unmeasurable in their meaning, and I would say these came about from the full immersion in time, place and nature as well as from the lack of modern distractions and amenities. The level of understanding I gained for that place really intensified my relationship with nature.

The following summer I worked as a park ranger in Terrace British Columbia, we worked 8 days on and 6 days off. During our shifts we would do a combination of backcountry maintenance, public outreach and communication as well as ecological monitoring. Spending days camping in the backcountry at first was scary to me. I feared the large wildlife, moose, bears, cougars etc. However by the end of the summer that fear was replaced by respect, understanding and a sense of security and belonging. To be able to walk through the old growth rainforest, see endangered species, learn cultural histories, and understand the ecology and relationships between species of plants, animals and fungi was eye opening. I feel more at risk in cities and suburbs than I ever have in the great outdoors. When doing public outreach I got to address people's concerns and curiosities about the parks I was working in. There were so many people who had no clue about bear safety or the vital role of predators in our ecosystems. Being able to help explain ecosystems and their importance, as well as, how to take safety precautions to enjoy the outdoors without fear and instead respect, further evolved my relationship with nature and my sense of place in it.

On a different note, I have always had a fear of death, I myself am not religious, and it was in my immersion with nature that I found a healthy peace and respect for it instead. To respond to who offered me a sense of place, I would say it was all the people who helped to shape my understanding of nature as well as those who provided me with the opportunities to explore on my own; there are a lot of people and places that deserve credit. My family when I was young, those I met in the jobs I worked, and the opportunities that came my way present a brief summary.

Enjoy this gif of a bear scratching its back:

[chrislswood]

Reposted from @totaltritraining ☀️Worried about what abilities we have on our camps? Then don’t! Lanzarote caters for everyone with lots of support for those newer or less confident. With coach led bike, runs and swims catering for all abilities you will be looked after as well reaping the benefits of training with like minded athletes. There are still a few places left on the Lanzarote camp-February 28th-March 7th or 7th-14th March. To book, click the link in our bio. Majorca camp opening for booking soon- Dates: 19-26 April 2023 Email: paul@totaltritraining.com for more details and to reserve your place. 😎 . . . . . . #triathlon #triathlontrainingcamp #triathlontraining #world #triathlonmotivation #swimbikerun #triathlonteam #triathlonfood #triathlonlovers #triathloncommunity #triathlonsprint #triathlonworld #triathlonaustralia #triathlonrace #triathlonlove #triathlonbuddies #triathlonwomen #triathlonmom #triathlonclub #triathlonswim #triathlonshots #triathlonphotography #triathlonfamily #triathlonireland #triathlongirls #triathlonbabes #ironmantraining #triathlonstore #triathlonolimpico #bike https://www.instagram.com/p/CnzvJyqsxSX/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Smartwatch Amazfit T-Rex 3 Brings ChatGPT To Your Wrist

Amazfit T-Rex 3 News

Prepared for Anything

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 is prepared for whatever task you put your sights on its enormously bright display and military-grade body.

Sizable, vivid, and simple to read

With an AMOLED display that can reach 2,000 nits of peak brightness, you can quickly see every aspect of your workouts and every turn on your map.

Activate the night display to make it easier on your eyes to read your data in dimly lit areas. Your data will be highlighted in vivid red, green, or orange.

Wearing gloves up to 2mm thick won’t affect your display’s touch sensitivity with its new Glove Mode.

Made to Go on Adventures

Take on the intense -30°C cold3, face the 70°C heat, or dive into 100 meter-deep waters.

You won’t let the weather stop you from taking on your next trip because it is designed to withstand extreme heat, cold, humidity, shock, and more.

Three Weeks or More of Battery Life

Power through treks, travels, and victories with the Amazfit T-Rex 3, whether you’re intending to go camping in the outdoors, embark on a multi-day hike, or take off on an adventure vacation.

Make Your Own Way and Follow It

With pinpoint dual-band GPS, which acquires connection extremely quickly due to support from six satellite systems, you may spend more time moving in the right direction and less time looking.

Get turn-by-turn directions that may be shown on the screen or heard aloud over Bluetooth headphones by downloading free offline maps and route files.

Utilizing topographical contour maps, you can comprehend the highs and lows of the terrain surrounding you.

Get maps that work with a wide variety of ski areas across the globe. Enjoy color-coded slopes, exact instructions for cable cars, and much more when you ski or snowboard.

The Amazfit T-Rex 3 provides everything you need to adventure with confidence, including environmental data, severe weather alerts, and precise altitude data.

Triumph in Your Exercises

Coach Zepp

AI-generated individualized training plans, which include 3KM, 5KM, 10KM, half and full marathon plans for runners, can help you train more intelligently.

170+ Exercise Modes

Anything from fishing and hunting to ultramarathons and triathlons. With professional-level statistics, select from a vast array of training modes.

Certified Freediver

Key data is easily visible underwater with its super-bright AMOLED display, and both the watch body and the standard strap are certified for freediving up to 45 meters.

Data on Professional Sports

Boost your performance with running power analysis, post-workout summaries of your VO₂ Max, recovery time, training effect, and training load, and real-time performance updates.

Tracking Rep and Set Strength Training Mode

Whatever training split you choose, use the Zepp App to make your own strength training templates, sync them with your watch, and lift your way through the day’s schedule.

Strength training mode will automatically identify up to 25 different types of exercises, intelligently calculate your repetitions, sets, and rest intervals, and then sync your performance data back to the Zepp App.

Zepp Flux

Zepp Flow: What is it?

Zepp Flow allows you to fully operate your watch with just your voice thanks to its integration with Zepp OS 4 and its powerhouse, OpenAI’s GPT-4o technology.

Take Charge

Speak up to change the watch settings, view your readiness score, track your progress with Zepp Coach, and more. No need to swipe, tap, or commit keywords to memory.

Talk-To-Text Answers

See picture messages from the instant messaging services you prefer, then respond with only your voice.

Health Care Administration

Find out how well you’re recovering mentally and physically with an intuitive daily score that also tells you whether to focus on rest or activities today.

Track your sleep phases, the quality of your breathing during sleep, and your daytime naps. Every morning, the Zepp App provides your sleep score.

Monitor your blood oxygen level, stress level, and heart rate around-the-clock.

Receive warnings about abnormal readings in your health.

One tap can measure four different health parameters.

Strengthened Security of Personal Information

In order to store and secure information while adhering to GDPR regulations, Amazfit uses its top-tier data privacy and security partner, Amazon Web Services.

If you decide to return the watch to its factory settings, you can decide whether to store GPS location data, backup your data, and keep downloaded mini apps.

Amazfit T Rex 3

Inside and Out, Eco-Friendly Packaging

An Amazfit T-Rex 3 values the great outdoors. It took care to ensure that the packaging was made entirely of recyclable, plastic-free, and biodegradable materials.

In fact, by taking the charging cord out of the box, it is able to prevent the use of 3g of metal and 4.5g of plastic per cable during production. Additionally, this will free up another tangled, secreted-away connector cord in your house.

You can pick up one of your many USB Type-C cables and plug it into the T-Rex 3’s charging base even though the charge cable has been removed because the charging base is still in the package.

Amazfit T-Rex 3 price

The initial pricing of the Amazfit T-Rex 3 is $279.99 USD. Depending on the shop and the area, this pricing could change.

Read more on Govindhtech.com

[mallorcatrainingcamps]

Ready to take your triathlon performance to the next level? Join Mallorca Triathlon Training Camps for world-class coaching, stunning cycling routes, open-water swimming, and tailored training plans. Train in paradise and achieve your goals in one of Europe’s top triathlon destinations. Book your camp today! https://mallorcatrainingcamps.com/

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https://mediamonarchy.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/20240731_MorningMonarchy.mp3 Download MP3 Hydrothermal explosions, meat heists and different allergies + this day in history w/eating a brain-eating amoeba and our song of the day by Johnny Cash on your #MorningMonarchy for July 31, 2024. Notes/Links: Air NZ becomes first big carrier to drop climate goal https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czrjzvep41ro Documents show citizens’ concerns ignored as Biden administration moves forward with offshore wind https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/energy/documents-show-concerns-ignored-biden-administration-charges-forward Gov. Newsom Orders California Officials to Remove Homeless Camps Deemed Unsafe; Encampments on state property that pose an imminent threat to public safety will be removed. At other camps, a notice to vacate will be posted. https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/gov-newsom-orders-california-officials-to-remove-homeless-camps-deemed-unsafe-5693659 Hydrothermal Explosion At Yellowstone National Park Sends Tourists Running https://www.themeateater.com/conservation/public-lands-and-waters/hydrothermal-explosion-at-yellowstone-national-park-sends-tourists-running Video: Hydrothermal Explosion Sends Yellowstone Tourists Fleeing (Audio) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypubbsWCuP0 Beachwood Sparks – “The Sun Surrounds Me” (Audio) https://www.allmusic.com/album/once-we-were-trees-mw0000015189 // https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bU4PJCLW4LY McDonald’s executives admit diners think prices are too high, say they’re working to create value https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/29/mcdonalds-earnings-executives-say-prices-are-too-high.html Video: 400 cases of beef stolen in string of Philly cargo thefts (Audio) https://youtu.be/iuvxBjSBTz8 ‘Boneless’ chicken wings can have bones, US court rules https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4ngyely232o Video: Over 200,000 lbs. of deli meat recalled in listeria outbreak (Audio) https://youtu.be/Cu25lw7k1zs The Beef Initiative – Championing localized food supply https://beefinitiative.com/ The return of Masque Obligatoire! Behind the scenes of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games: wearing a mask is compulsory to protect French athletes https://actu.fr/ile-de-france/paris_75056/dans-les-coulisses-des-jo-de-paris-2024-port-du-masque-obligatoire-pour-proteger-les-athletes-francais_61388923.html The mask becomes compulsory again in certain areas of the Tour de France: “We see cases of Corona almost every day” https://www.msn.com/fr-be/sport/other/le-masque-redevient-obligatoire-dans-certaines-zones-du-tour-de-france-nous-voyons-des-cas-de-corona-presque-tous-les-jours/ar-BB1pXyPg?ocid=BingNewsVerp Peaty tests positive for Covid after winning silver https://www.bbc.com/sport/olympics/articles/crgl6n0x39eo Triathlon swim training scrapped because of pollution https://www.bbc.com/sport/olympics/articles/cn05nxv2z9po France recalls contaminated Olympic-branded water bottles https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cllyg5n7emvo Navy To Expunge Records For SEALs, Sailors Who Refused COVID Vaccines https://www.zerohedge.com/political/navy-expunge-records-seals-sailors-who-refused-covid-vaccines WHO to send one million polio vaccines to Gaza to protect children https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/07/1152551 Former CDC director, Robert Redfield, blows the whistle at senate hearing when questioned by Sen. Ron Johnson on officials purposely withholding data on COVID vaccine harms. https://thehighwire.com/ark-videos/redfield-goes-rogue/ Video: What is Teflon flu? The illness caused by non-stick pans (Audio) https://youtu.be/9fz0vL7DFvM Norma Jean – “The Kind Of Needin’ I Need” (Vinyl // Audio) https://www.discogs.com/release/10814894-Various-The-Best-Of-A-Great-Year-Volume-I // https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norma_Jean_(singer) // https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LGFKXG2XvtM Janet Yellen Seeks (Just) $78 Trillion To Fight Climate Change https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/janet-yellen-seeks-just-78-trillion-fight-climate-change Survey: 9 in 10 Americans support proposed worker hea...

[themomsandthecity]

How Melissa Stockwell Is Balancing Parenting and Paralympic Training

Melissa Stockwell has always been about defying the odds. While serving in the US Army as a second lieutenant, she lost a limb in active combat after her vehicle was hit by a roadside bomb in 2004. She later set her sights on sports, becoming the first Iraq War veteran to qualify for the Paralympic Games, competing for Team USA in swimming at Beijing 2008. She then upped the ante with triathlons, earning bronze at Rio 2016 and also competing at Tokyo in 2021. But her fourth Paralympic Games at Paris 2024 next month might be her most meaningful yet because for the first time, she'll have her kids by her side. "They know that mommy swims, bikes, and runs all the time, and they've seen me compete once or twice a year, but I want them to see me on the world's biggest stage and see what I actually do," Stockwell tells PS. "I'm sure it'll be more of a challenge at times but it'll be worth it. I can't have them miss it." After all, she wasn't able to bring her children - 9-year-old Dallas and 6-year-old Millie - to the Tokyo Games because of COVID restrictions, and her eldest was just a baby when she competed at Rio. In fact, the Olympic and Paralympic Games have been making it easier for athletes to share their experiences with their families, with P&G even sponsoring an on-site nursery in the Olympic Village. Though her kids are older, Stockwell is grateful for the services. "They really try to make it a family affair and make it as uncomplicated for families as possible," she says. Stockwell will have plenty of support, with about 30 family and friends joining her in the French capital, including her husband, dad, and in-laws. They'll also be traveling over with several other families, also with kids. "We have an incredible village of friends in our network, so there will be plenty of people to help if we need it," she says. More than anything, she wants her kids to see the grit and determination that has earned her everything from a Purple Heart to a Paralympic medal. "It's really important that my kids are seeing me with this definitive goal," says the athlete who's based in Colorado Springs, CO. "We've been counting down the days, and they know it's coming. They see me working toward it. That's huge for not just my kids, but for any kids to see that." With her family at the forefront of Paris 2024, her goal this time around is simple. "I hope to wear that Team USA uniform and represent as best I can - and enjoy myself, race well, and have my training pay off," she says. "I would love to be on that podium." PS: How's your mindset different now that you're a three-time Paralympian already? Melissa Stockwell: I know what to expect. I'm older - I'm one of the older ones competing. That veteran athlete mentality is beneficial because you can manage your stress a little bit more. PS: Is there a certain mantra you're taking with you to this game?I MS: There's a lot of them, like the quote, "I haven't come this far to only get this far." But also my family is just such a huge motivator, and they're going to be on the sidelines. I'm going to be able to race with Team USA and some of my greatest friends. I do this because I enjoy it and I'm really trying to take that to heart. PS: How do you balance training with motherhood? MS: I definitely can't do it alone, that is for sure! I live by the calendar. Every night my husband and I go over our calendar for the next day. Every hour and every minute is filled: who's picking up the kids and who's bringing them to camps, baseball, or whatever it may be. I get all my training in when the kids are at school or at camp, so it's back-to-back-to-back. I don't really have the luxury of recovery in between, but I thrive on that. After I pick up the kids, put my mom hat on: dinner time, bath time, everything that comes with that. It's busy, but I can't complain. PS: How do you deal with those moments when the schedule gets thrown off track? MS:… https://www.popsugar.com/family/melissa-stockwell-2024-paralympics-interview-49379232?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=tumblr

[shadowboxhq]

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SBX’s annual beach training camp is back and better than ever!

Join us for a weekend filled with a team triathlon, sublime hikes, external boxing session, a pyjama party and more! 

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[gutundgesund]

Die besten Fitness-Reiseziele weltweit

In einem Sporturlaub könnt ihr eurer Lieblings-Freizeitbeschäftigung nach Herzenslust nachgehen. Ob Fitness-Reisen, Wellnessurlaub, Fitnessurlaub, aktive Reisen, sportliche Reisen, Gesundheitsreisen, Trainingsreisen, Fitnessreisen für Singles, Yogaurlaub oder Detoxurlaub - die Möglichkeiten sind vielfältig und bieten für jeden etwas Passendes. Egal, ob ihr eure Lieblingssportart ausüben möchtet oder etwas Neues ausprobieren wollt, ein Fitnessurlaub ist die perfekte Gelegenheit, um den Alltag hinter sich zu lassen, die Motivation zu steigern und dem inneren Schweinehund keine Chance zu geben. Bei einem Aktivurlaub auf Mallorca könnt ihr zum Beispiel eure Grenzen beim Crossfit ausloten. Crossfit ist ein intensiver Fitness-Trend, der euch herausfordert und abwechslungsreiche Workouts bietet. Oder wie wäre es mit einem Triathlon auf Mallorca, um euer sportliches Können unter Beweis zu stellen? Hier könnt ihr euch bei einem anspruchsvollen Triathlon-Camp im Robinson Cala Serena so richtig auspowern. Wenn ihr lieber den Winter und das Skifahren genießt, solltet ihr eine Sportreise nach Österreich in Betracht ziehen. In Ischgl und am Arlberg erwarten euch zahlreiche Pistenkilometer, steile Abfahrten und endloses Off-Piste-Terrain. Perfekt für alle Ski- und Snowboardbegeisterten. Auf Ibiza könnt ihr einen Fitnessurlaub mit Erholung verbinden. In einem Fitness Boot Camp könnt ihr euch beim Outdoor-Training auspowern und eure Muskeln beanspruchen. Oder entspannt euch bei einem Yogaurlaub und bringt euren Körper und Geist in Einklang. Worauf wartet ihr noch? Packt eure Sportausrüstung ein und entdeckt die besten Fitness-Reiseziele weltweit. Egal, ob ihr alleine oder mit Freunden unterwegs seid, ein Fitnessurlaub wird euch neue Energie geben und unvergessliche Erlebnisse schenken. Schlüsselerkenntnisse: - Ein Fitnessurlaub bietet die perfekte Gelegenheit, um Sport und Erholung zu kombinieren. - Verschiedene Reiseziele bieten eine Vielzahl von Aktivitäten wie Crossfit, Triathlon, Skifahren und Outdoor-Training. - Egal ob alleine oder mit Freunden, ein Fitnessurlaub ist für jeden geeignet. - Entdeckt die besten Fitness-Reiseziele weltweit und erlebt unvergessliche Abenteuer. - Der innere Schweinehund hat keine Chance mehr! Aktivurlaub auf Mallorca: Crossfit Crossfit ist genial. Crossfit ist die Härte. Crossfit ist Abwechslung pur. Was wie ein Aufbautraining für US-Marines anmutet, ist ein nicht mehr zu stoppender Fitnesstrend. Wenn du in deinem Sporturlaub mal so richtig in einer Box (aka Studio) loslegen willst, deine Bikinifigur schon mal in Shape bringen willst (der Trend geht zur 365-Tage-Bikinifigur) oder einfach nur mal Crossfit ausprobieren willst, dann flieg doch mal – wieder – nach Mallorca. Hier kannst du dich bei einem anstrengenden, aber lohnenden WOD (Workout of the Day) oder auch einem TBD (Total Body Drill Workout) verausgaben – und mit abwechslungsreichen, funktionalen Übungen Kraft und Ausdauer tanken. Aktiver kann ein Aktivurlaub kaum sein. Warum Crossfit? - Crossfit bietet ein intensives Ganzkörpertraining, das Kraft, Ausdauer, Schnelligkeit und Beweglichkeit verbessert. - Es ist abwechslungsreich und herausfordernd, da ständig neue Workouts und Übungen kombiniert werden. - Crossfit bietet eine motivierende Gemeinschaft, in der man sich gegenseitig anspornen und unterstützen kann. - Es ist für jeden geeignet, unabhängig von Fitnesslevel oder Erfahrung. "Crossfit ist die perfekte Art, im Urlaub fit zu bleiben und gleichzeitig Spaß zu haben. Es bietet eine einzigartige Kombination aus Krafttraining, Ausdauer und Gemeinschaft." Die Vorteile von Crossfit auf Mallorca - Mallorca bietet eine breite Auswahl an hochwertigen Crossfit-Boxen mit erfahrenen Trainern. - Das angenehme mediterrane Klima ermöglicht das ganze Jahr über Outdoor-Training. - Die idyllische Umgebung inspiriert zu sportlichen Aktivitäten und entspannender Erholung. - Im Fitnessurlaub auf Mallorca kannst du neue Leute kennenlernen, insbesondere bei Fitnessreisen für Singles. Mache deinen Aktivurlaub auf Mallorca zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis mit intensivem Crossfit-Training und erlebe die perfekte Kombination aus Fitness, Spaß und Erholung. Sporturlaub auf Mallorca: Triathlon Auf Mallorca könnt ihr natürlich noch ganz viele weitere Sportarten betreiben – Radfahren, Wandern, Segeln, Golfen, Reiten, Tennis, SUPen, Tauchen. Doch so richtig auspowern könnt ihr euch bei der vielseitigen und irre herausfordernden Sportart Triathlon. Wer Cluburlaub und Triathlon kombinieren möchte, kann im Robinson Cala Serena ein geniales Triathlon-Camp auf Mallorca entdecken. Bei einem Triathlon kombiniert ihr Schwimmen, Radfahren und Laufen zu einer ultimativen Herausforderung. Mallorca bietet euch optimale Bedingungen für diesen anspruchsvollen Sport. #gesundheit #fitness #lifestyle #beziehungen #achtsamkeit Original Content von: https://www.gutundgesund.org/ Lesen Sie den ganzen Artikel

[runnersnz]

“Running has in some sense come back to me in a full circle. It’s the places it takes me and the people I’ve met along the way. I’ve been inspired by many and am so grateful to still have the ability and drive to still run.

I enjoy many forms of running, I like to mix it up. Run with the kids, dog, team relays, speed work, chase vert, trails, mountain runs and more recently embrace the wonderful wacky world of ultra running. That sense of adventure, community and connection is what keeps me motivated.

Earlier memories of running through my schooling years include x-country and duathlons/triathlons. Outdoor Ed during my 5th form year (year 11?) was where I learnt to paddle. Applying this new skill, set in conjunction with running and biking, I entered the Geraldine Mountathalon, which consisted in a run up and over my favourite biggest little mountain, Little Mt Peel. This experience sparked my passion for adventure and competition.

Kayaking led me into the white water rafting and canyoning scene and for the next 20 years I dove into the Adventure Tourism industry. With back to back summers guiding internationally on rivers in Australia, Turkey, Italy, USA, Mexico, China, Japan and Africa. Back in 2021 I was very fortunate to have had the opportunity to compete as a member of the New Zealand men’s whitewater rafting team in Japan, also on the Zambezi River, Zambia. 

Whilst in these countries a lot of my commuting and exploring when not on the rivers was on foot, hiking and running. Living this active, transient lifestyle everyday was an experience - immersing myself into different cultures, exploring rivers, day trips/multi-day expeditions; working in adverse conditions and on occasion having to deal with situations of duress. As I reflect on this lifestyle, I was at the time, living my best life. I found myself connected and surrounded by like minded people, working with people at their best, clients were there to have a good time, making my job easier. To share, entertain, educate to share an experience whilst getting clients down rivers safely; building bonds with strangers turns into friendships quickly. Often we found ourselves in situations outside of comfort zones and often in remote places. Making for some very memorable adventures.

At the end of this era, along with my family, we chose to return from Japan to New Zealand full time, to open up more opportunities for our boys as we’d rather spoil the boys with experiences as opposed to stuff! Our backyard here has so much to offer and family connection to us is very important. We often find ourselves out and about on Team Adventures... hiking, rogaining, camping, hunting, fishing and supporting each other in our chosen interests. - Rio Rugby, Zac Basketball, Hachi Hiking, myself running. By immersing the boys into the outdoors and sports they can explore, develop, learn values, manage emotions and grow, setting themselves up for whichever paths they choose to pursue.

At first, becoming settled in one place, a “Real Job”, “Normal life”, contributing to society, being a part of “the system” blablabla... I was missing something! 

With knowledge of my previous background I was approached about paddling in a 3 person team in the Coast to Coast 2day event. I joined our team runner for training runs up and over goats pass too and it was here I rediscovered my spark for running.

After the C2C, having built up a level of fitness, I had a choice... either to maintain the fitness or stop. At the time, to focus on more than one discipline whilst maintaining that work family balance seemed impossible. My kayaks and bikes soon became somewhat neglected, yet my running shoe collection became quite extensive.

I started out participating in 3/5km series, played around with speed work, 10-21kms then onto ‘runventures’, studying maps dreaming up routes along ridgelines, peak bagging, trail and mountain runs. Then after a few years of making excuses I set myself the goal to attempt a 100 miler before I turn 40. I’m coming up 42 and am currently eyeing up my 5th miler. It isn’t the distance, it’s the journey that intrigues me, whether it be a Road, Trail, Mountain or an Ultra run, I’ve found that something.

Running rivers and running trails to me the processes are very similar... being above a drop, rapid, gorge/canyon. That moment. That feeling of intense focus, nerves, committing to must make moves, fear of the unforeseen, decision making on the go, constant risk assessing, accountability and problem solving, being adaptive and staying present. I love it! Very similar to standing on that start line or the start of a runventure into the hills. Self doubt, self belief, am I ready!? What lies ahead!? How will things unfold!? I’ll never know unless I try... commit, act and react, be adaptive; learning about nutrition, patience, resilience, recovery, putting ya best stroke/foot forward, go with the flow, keep pushing forward and chase that sense of adventure.

Happy Trails. Jog on!"

Steve @kiwistevesadventures (Geraldine) Photo taken at the Great Naseby Water Race – Portraits of Runners + their stories @RunnersNZ

[emergentrelationshipcenter]

The Best Couples Therapy That You Have Never Heard Of: Couple Intensives

Relationship Boot Camps or “Couple Intensives” are quickly becoming my favorite approach to treating relationship issues for couples.

These day-long sessions are ground breaking for those seeking to implement changes right away. They also serve as an effective alternative for the many couples who struggle to keep up with the long-term schedule required to attend traditional couple’s therapy.

While traditional couple’s therapy or marriage counseling doesn’t work for everyone, a relationship boot camp is a way to get the benefits of effective couple’s therapy in a hurry and avoid the pitfalls of traditional therapy! This new innovative approach that I, along with a handful of colleagues, are really honing!

For some time, churches and laypeople have offered couples 3 day retreats or a weekend. While these experiences may provide some benefits to couples, they are no match for sessions facilitated by masters of The Couples Institute.

For the last 35 years, the founders, Drs. Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson, have trained therapists in over 50 countries. They’re trusted experts on The Today Show, The New York Times, Oprah Magazine, and more. And they’re sought after guests for the world’s preeminent couples therapy conferences. They are considered pioneers of couples therapy, and they have developed a new intensive apprenticeship program to pass their knowledge off to a few carefully chosen therapists.

Each year, Ellyn and Pete interview and select only 5–10 therapists for their advanced Master Mentoring program. Over the course of a year, we study closely under Drs. Bader and Pearson, learning what they do, why they do it, and how to do it.

There is no other couples therapy training program like it on the planet, and the therapists who graduate are exceptional at identifying couples’ real issues and treating the underlying issues. Many couples who work with therapists from the Master Mentoring program experience massive and lasting relationship transformation and healing, especially after a Couples Intensive experience.

Traditional therapy is time intensive (think weekly meetings for months), involves interruptions (having to get current with therapist about the latest fight and only getting half way through an issue only to wait until the next session to bring it up again), and requires a skilled counseling therapist.

It’s no wonder the average couple doesn’t pursue outside help for healing of their relationship issues.

Couple Intensives provides a welcome alternative.

The term “Couples Intensive” is gaining attention, but the term isn’t widely known among the general population. In my practice, I am still experimenting with the search term and am partial to the term “relationship boot camp” because of my background and time spent in exercise and triathlons.

I am releasing a series of articles where I am going to be providing details on these advantageous sessions. Basically, we set aside a day to work on the relationship.

One couple, one day, with one exceptionally trained therapist!

The couple does some preparation work and then comes in ready to get to work. We establish a laser focus on the agreed upon issue and incorporate interventions that are grounded in many experiences of the Developmental Model approach.

Just last week, I completed one of these marathon sessions with a couple. The couple was able to make a weeks’ worth of progress in one day on an issue they struggled over for the last few years.

In this example, the wife was able to identify and articulate the real reason for her strong desire to save money. She was able to unpack her fear and talk about how scary it was for her to think of not being prepared for the future.

The husband was dealing with his own existential crisis; he didn’t want to have worked so hard only to be told he should be sacrificing more.

Through the session, he was able to express his fear of “dying without living” and his need to be able to experience certain things. The couple was able to understand the other’s desires and they were finally able to negotiate in a way that worked for each of them.

It would have taken at least a month’s worth of traditional therapy to get this far with this issue — that is, if they didn’t have anything else come up in-between counseling sessions.

The above scenario is just one example of a relationship issue that can be quickly and effectively dealt with during a Couple’s Intensive. There is no limit to the potential benefit and healing to couples who participate in these relationship boot camp intensives, provided they are willing to put in the work!

If you are not sure how to go about negotiating difference or there is a real conflict of important values, consider getting personalized Marriage Counseling in Harrisburg with a professional counselor to help you deal with this issue. Schedule your initial therapy session now or inquire about the new Couple Intensives Service available here in Harrisburg PA (completing one of these is like a fast-tracked 3 months of weekly therapy).