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Clearly Rugby Union isn't the sort of news we normally report on here, but we thought you would be interested in this one as James Arlidge, who played fly-half for Japan, received about a dozen coaching sessions from Momentum Sports coaches in the last couple of months aimed a increasing his speed.
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Last year James had a horrible break in his leg, which he is only just returning to action from. We worked on his speed in both a straight line and also reacting to a change of direction and he will have been pleased to get through his first serious game having scored a try and a couple of conversions.
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On Sunday 13 April 2008, a team of marines in full gear and carrying 30lbs backpacks will run the Tresco Marathon. Headed up by Captain Tim Lewington, the ten-man, Plymouth based, 42 Commando Royal Marines team is aiming to raise money to improve the lives of the thousands of people living with Cystic Fibrosis, the UK’s most common, life-threatening, inherited disease.
Cpt Lewington’s brother, Oli (25), suffers from the disease but following a life saving double lung transplant in November last year, is set to join Tim for the final mile.
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They will be joined at the start line by GMTV presenter and CF Trust patron Ben Shephard who is undertaking his first marathon. If all goes well at the end of seven and a half laps with harsh inclines, Ben, the marines and over 100 other brave runners will be cheered over the finish line by best selling travel writer, Bill Bryson and actress Jenny Agutter.
Fellow running enthusiasts can sponsor Oli and co at www.justgiving.com/trescomile
For more information about Cystic Fibrosis visit www.cftrust.org.uk
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After 8 years on the internet, we have just introduced the Momentum Sports Blog, everyone one else seems to have one, and we know you like to hear our musings on the world!!!!
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Please come and visit it, have a read and leave any comments you feel like leaving - we'd love to know what you think of it.
Visit at blog.momentumsports.co.uk
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Recently, you can't open the paper, or switch on the TV without hearing stories about Dwain Chambers and drug taking and how the sport is in ruins because of it.
This is very sad for the sport, as it is enjoyed by the vast, vast majority of participants, because it doesn't reflect the sport as a whole. Instead, we see the medias addiction with jumping on bad news and making the story run and run to fill up time and space.
So, just to continue that (!), here is another opinion.
Athletics has had, and continues to have a number of people who are willing to cheat to achieve their goals. More of them are caught than in other sports, for a very simple reason, that more of them are tested.
Athletics in the British heyday of the 1980s wasn't blighted by drugs in the way it is now, but there is no doubt that many Olympic Champions from the 70s and 80s took drugs, as testimony from Eastern Europe bears out.
It is good that drugs cheats are caught and that a system (however it should be changed in the future) is in place to penalise them, but then allow future participation in the sport for those who have made errors.
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The catching of these cheats does perceptual damage to the sport, but does send out a message to others that cheating won't be tolerated and you will serve a ban of a number of years (or life in the case of the Olympics).
Clearly Dwain Chambers cheated, but if he had kept his mouth shut (with reference to his "to win an Olympic Gold you need to take drugs" quote) he would have been accepted back into the sport (as he was in 2006 and as Carl Myerscough has also been).
Incidentally Carl Myerscough is in the team with Dwain Chambers for the World Indoor Champs, but this has barely been mentionned - is he not the same sort of cheat?
To conclude, athletics needs to continue to filter out the cheats, but ensure that the testing system is as infallible as it can be - the destruction of an innocent athletes career by an incorrect test or system (even if they are later exhonerated) is something that should be protected against in all circumstances as all athletes who are tested are worried about a positive test coming back, even those who know they have done nothing wrong.
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The Hastings Half Marathon is organised by The Hastings Lions Club to raise monies for needy causes, and to promote our Historic and Wonderful town of Hastings. Runners are encouraged to raise monies for their own special causes that are close to their Heart. It is ideal preparation for the London Marathon, both in training, and getting big event experience in a 4000 strong field.
The Event is run under UK Athletic Rules, and is well marshalled with first class British Red Cross Support. The course circumnavigates the Ancient Town of Hastings, starting at the Seafront and following the route of William the Conqueror towards Battle, round the back of the Town and down to the Famous 'Old Town' and fishing Village of Hastings, then comes back along the three mile Seafront back to where you started.
Although tough for the first part of the course, runners have produced some very fast times and PB's, as the last two-thirds is Flat or Downhill, and then the finish on the Promenade. The Event is for all runners of All Ability to achieve your own special Goal.
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Fantastic Crowd Support. Good value, as Programme and Race Results included in the entry fee.
Come by road or train (as the station is not far from the start/finish line), or by Sea or Air! Plenty of Accommodation. Enter early, as Hastings has been popular with Visitors since 1066! More Details click on required information.
In addition to being a well organised run, the organisers offer a free creche facility, Park & Ride Scheme, and for 2008 can offer Chip to Chip as well as Gun to Chip timing. As well as photos, a short video of you in the race will also be offered. You can see highlights of the Race that evening on ITVLocal.com when you get home. We intend to offer even more entertainment around the route, in addition to the three Choirs and two bands, it is aimed for more live music, a fairground organ, and the ‘Morgan boat’ We want to give runners value for money, and an experience they will remember.
This is an Event Not To Be Missed.
To find out more visit their website at
www.hastings-half.co.uk
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Do you want to get the most from your running in 2008?
Why not join Momentum Sports Online Coaching and let our experts improve your performance with individually tailored programs and e-mail support designed to help you get the most from your running.
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Adele Gray who was one of the athletes who trained with us and ran has 3.15 for the marathon, unfortunately she had to give up competitive running because of back problems, but has recently moved to Slovenia and set up Activity Holidays out there.
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Slovenia In Action
Are you interested in a holiday with a difference? A holiday where you can choose what you want to do and when you want to do it. A holiday where you can try out new activities, see beautiful sights and enjoy nature at its best and no two days will be the same.
Slovenia is often described as The Jewel in the Alps and we have to agree, it is truly a jewel. It's a small country but with so much to offer and with something for everyone to enjoy. Bordering Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia, 50% of the country is forested, it has 3 mountain ranges, 3 climate zones, crystal clear rivers, lakes and a wealth of breathtaking sights.
We work together with the people that know the surroundings the best, Triglav National Park Rangers and Slovene Mountain Association Guides who are proud of their country and delight in sharing it with you.
We can tailor-make a package for you and your group whether large or small. Whether you want to climb our highest mountain, Mount Triglav 2864m, passing en-route the breathtaking 7 lakes valley or enjoy some gentler activities, we can arrange it. Just tell us what you'd like to do and when you'd like to come and leave the rest to us.
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Activities available include:-
WINTER ACTIVITIES
Iceclimbing
Snowshoeing
Downhill Skiing
Cross Country Skiing
Tour Alpine skiing
Freeriding
Snowboarding
Horseriding
Hiking
Toboganning
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Hiking
Climbing (Rock climbing or free climbing)
Cycling (Mountain biking or touring)
Canyoning
Horseriding
Kayaking
Rafting
Paragliding
Nordic Walking
oh - and running!
For more information and to start your Slovenian adventure, please contact adele@sloveniainaction.com
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