Cross-train your way to 9-1-1 relay Popular technique a 800d training aid THE CONCEPT of cross- training has become very popular in these days of spe- cialized training. In simple terms: “cross-training introduces other cardiovascular training options without sacrificing the benefits of the current work- out’. (American Council af Exercise Personal Trainer Manual, 1991.) Although you may be training in one discipline, you may enjoy and receive a better performance by using at least two or more types of cardiovascular training components. in the case of our two Lions .Gate Hospital 9-1-1 Relay partici- pants previously documented, Tim Renshaw walks, jogs and enjoys two circuit training classes a week while Frank Long walks, cycles and swims in any given week. This vari- ety of activities can provide the fol- lowing benefits: ¢ Good all around fitness. « A break or rest for the same rouscle groups. ¢ A good psychological change for training. ¢ Enhaneed adherence to a train- ing program because of the variety. ¢ Reduced chance of injury. One must, of course, still place most of the emphasis on the specif- ic activity (running, or walking etc.} but it is very important to use dif- ferent muscles tu vary the neurolog- ical adaptations as well as to pro- vide a well-deserved break for the specific nauscles. Ultimately, a safe, progressive program should include an aerobic (cardiovascular) and anaerobic (strength) component. To receive the full benefit of all-round health one should cross train with the activities that will bring the most enjoyment. Charles Curtis is a personal trainer and president of Curtis Personalized Health Management, a firm specializing in fitness and lifestyle management. PERSONAL TRAINER Charles Curtis. Join the fun at the Lions Gate Hospital 9-1-1 Relay. To date, 25 teams have taken advantage of the Early Bird savings. Sign up before Thursday, Aug. 25, and save $5 on your registration fee. New commurity teams recently registered include: Capilano Suspension Bridge — “Trolls under the Bridge”; ambulance service — “Paramedic Pacemakers”, “West Vancouver Firefighters”. Also, seven teams from branches of the Bank of Montreal: “Upper Lonsdale Land Cruisers”; “Man & Mountain Highway Lions”; Parkgate Panthers”, “Park Royal Pacers I & il"; Beachside Bankers”; and the “West Van Walkers”. For more information call the 24-hour Lions Gate Hospital 9-1-1 Relay hotline at 984-3782. COORD COTE BOGPETAL 9-1-1 Relay Skaters shine at Sunset Club’s Summer Skates NORTH SHORE Winter Club skaters excelled at the Summer Skates Competition held last weekend at the Sunset Club in Vancouver. Mark Vandekerkhove led the charge, winning top honors in the Junior Men's short program and placing second in the Junior Men’s long program Vandekerkhove’s Winter Club teammate Jason Mongrain won the Junior Men’s long program. Also pacing the North Vancouver club was Michael Rutter, who placed first in the Pre-preliminary Men’s Competition. In the Junior Ladies’ long pro- gram, Heather Everitt piaced first, followed by teammate Lisa Daley in second. Daley also won the Junior Ladies’ short program. And Tanya Srdanovic was ina class of her own, as she skated to first place in the Novice Ladies” event. Also dominating her competi- tion was Kristin Lyons, who led all the way in the Pre-Novice cate- gory. Simone Sunderland won her division of the Intermediate Ladies’ competition. In the Senior Ladies’ long pro- gram, Kyla Ohs and Vivian Hannos were second and third respectively. Hannos added a sec- ond-place finish in the Senior Ladies’ short program. The North Shore Winter Club is strongly represented on the B.C. Skating Team by Vandekerkhove, Wagner, Daley, Everitt, Hannos and Srdanovic. The B.C. team’s annual semi- nar and training session is being held at Whistler in Jate August. On Aug. 27 at 6:30 p.m. the team will be joined by Sebastian Britton, reigning Senior Canadian Men's Bronze medallist and one of the top-ten male skaters in the world, to give exhibition performances at the new Whistler skating complex. On Sunday, Sept. 11, the club is holding its registration day for all figure skating including Canskate and Canfigure lessons. Doors open for registration at noon. Prior to noon, there will be a dress sale, beginning at }0 a.m, at the Winter Club. NEWS photo Brad Ledwidgo MEMBERS OF the Capilano Eagles’ running club make their way around the Handsworth sec- ondary scheoi track during a recent training run. The club meets every week at the Willlam Griffin recreation centre. For more information call Bennie Walker at 983-9248. A QUESTION I'm often asked by beginner golfers is: “Where should my hands be?” By Kevin McAllister Contributing Writer This is not referring to how to hold the club but in relation to how far away from the body they should be. Golfers have probably heard the phrase: “Let them hang from the shoulders”; this is true as long as the golfer has good posture. Too many players get much too far away from the ball and have their arms outstretched so that the burt of the club is sometimes more than a foot away from their mid- section. This position is useless for consistent ball-striking and puts the golfer in a poor starting position. Some tips: Start by putting your hands on GOLF PRO Kevin McAilistor. the club with a good grip, get in your posture and let your arms hang from your shoulders. Pay attention to where the back of your top hand is. I feel it should be even with the inside of your front thigh (left thigh for right handers). The reason for this is with proper ball position your hands will be either even with, or slightly ahead of, the golf ball at address, which is a good starting position. his can apply to every club in the bag from driver to wedge. Even if your ball position changes, your hand position doesn't have to. With a seven iron, take three balls and place the first one in your normal ball position (just left of centre in your stance). Now put a good swing on it and if hit solidly take notice of the ball flight. Now take two more balls and put one slightly up in your stance and one slightly back in your stance. - Remember to relax and let your arms hang and the back of the top hand be even with the inside of your left thigh. THIRD ANNUAL KENT BARRS’ MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT To be held September 30th at Seymour Golf & Country Ciub All net proceeds are donated to The Make-A-Wish Foundation of B.C. 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