Archive for January, 2007
Natalie Coughlin Breaks American Record
Posted by: | CommentsNatalie Coughlin, of California Aquatics, broke her own American and U.S. Open record in the 200-yard freestyle on January 14, 2007. She set the record at the 2007 Toyota Southern California Grand Prix of Swimming with a time of 1:41.66. The five-time Olympic medalist also won the women’s 50-yard free in 22.03.
You can read a full recap at WCSN.com.
Observations from the Rink
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Before my son’s hockey games every Tuesday, there are a group of girls who have their ice skating lessons. Last night we got there a bit early (unusual) and got to see a few of them going through their programs with the music. I noticed one little girl, she was about 9, with her sparkly jacket and twirly skirt. Her music would start and she attempted a jump. She fell. But she got right back up and got right back to the music continuing her routine. I watched her do this over and over. Jump. Fall down. Get back up. Repeat.
This made me think. One of the best life lessons that sports teach girls is that you can fall down and get right back up in life. We all mistakes, but that is part of the process. Its not how you fall or how often, but it is the ability to get right back up and pick up where you left off.
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Gymnastics – The Basis For All Sports
Posted by: | CommentsGymnastics is often referred to as the basis of all sports. A good foundation in gymnastics will prepare your child for any other sport she chooses to pursue. Basic body awareness, strength and flexibility along with gross motor skill development transfer wonderfully to all other sports. Not to mention that all that rolling, twisting, climbing and being upside down is just FUN!
If your child is just starting out and wants to decide whether gymnastics is a good fit for her sports personality, classes through your local parks and recreation department, YMCA or local gymnastics school are the place to start. The governing body for gymnastics in the United States is USA Gymnastics. At the USAG website, you can search for a list of member clubs in your local area. If your child is serious about pursuing gymnastics classes, a USAG Member club is a must. USAG member clubs have access to the latest technical and teaching materials, tend to hire more qualified instructors and typically have the best facilities.
