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Saturday, 28 March 2015

Preparations For The Kinetic Half

By Iva Cannon


Most people are now aware of the need to remain healthy. Take a walk down the street at any time and be sure to walk along some joggers. Health issues have been taken with the seriousness they deserve. Although most people are out there enjoying the breeze and fresh air, some are busy training for the kinetic half.

This event came up as a result of one athlete coming up with this idea. The athlete was thinking to himself on how increasing the amount of kilometers covered by running athletes in a competition and also the miles covered during the process of swimming would be a challenge. The running surface was designed in such a way that there would be a surface for running on bare foot and the rest one would need shoes.

Water is widely used in this competition. However, the water that is used is usually subjected to low temperature levels of about fifteen degree Celsius. Due to these low temperatures one needs a wet suit of their own. Competitions which involved cycling were conducted along the lakes and areas whose hills have a good view. As most people consider cycling as a difficult event, the course was designed in such a way that there is watering points in between some intervals.

This event was made up of nine kilometers of running, eight kilometers of cycling and five hundred yards of swimming. All this were broken down into manageable parts. Part of the running would be done on the grass while another bit on sand. The participants had to have their own bicycles. Only five participants would receive prizes.

These events are enriched with a wide range of entertaining activities. Nevertheless, it is crucial to pay important consideration to some health aspects before being involved in such active activities. Some health complications may occur due to such random activities. This is because the body responds adversely to such random changes. One may get some complications such us stiffness.

This form of an event usually provides a forum through which people may interact, socialize and also share ideas. It caters for the various age brackets involved in the competition. Its organization considers age as a basis of grouping or forming a team.

The event is usually in such a way that team work is promoted. Teams are formed to promote competitiveness in the activities of the day. One can participate in more than one activity and receive a price for that. This enhances the degree of willingness to participate in the various events.

Participation in fun activities is important as it not only offers entertainment but also helps in team building. However, participation should not be done at the expense of health considerations. This is because the body needs time to react to stimuli of change in distance. Participation should be done but with moderate consideration.




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