How do you swim without water?
In an Instagram post that showed elite distance swimmer, Sharon van Rouwendaal, using an inflatable pool and resistance machine to train in lockdown, the Dutch Olympic Gold medallist summed up a way of thinking that, without exception, everyone can benefit from right now. “There’s…
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How Can Sport Have a Positive Impact in Difficult (and Disastrous) Times?
Sport unites communities. It provides opportunities for health and mental wellbeing. It bridges cultures and has the power to motivate change. Nelson Mandela says it best, “Sport has the power to change the world”. What can we learn from the positive impact sport has had…
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Facing Challenges. Lessons We Can All Learn from Athletes
It is an unprecedented time. Globally, we are facing a challenge, massive not only in scale but also in its uncertainty. Coronavirus not only challenges our immediate health and healthcare systems, it causes additional challenges to our economy. It will affect our businesses and our…
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Are These the Greatest Examples of Perseverance in Athletic History?
For that moment of glory, for the wins, the goals and the tries, pro athletes always endure years of hard work, grit and determination. There are challenges and failures, but what sets the pro’s apart is their ability to pick themselves up, brush themselves off…
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Dog Commentary Goes Viral
Although all sporting events have been cancelled or postponed during lockdown, sports commentator, Andrew Cotter, is still entertaining the nation by turning his commentary skills to the activities (or non-activities) of his two beautiful Labradors, Olive and Mabel. And the video’s have gone viral. Tickling…
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Brands – Make the Most of Now
The world is changing. But then it always has. People are now considering their professional role in society and a recent study by Slater and Gordon showed that nearly half – 41% – are considering quitting their jobs for more fulfilling, purposeful work even when…
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