Exploring Options

I’ve been spending a lot of time thinking about what my next course of action will be with regards to employment. Lately, I’ve been considering going back to school. I firmly believe in life long learning, be it academic or not. I’ve always had the intention of going back to school and getting a B. [...]

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Hanging My Head In Shame

I missed practice today. Not even quite sure why. I’ve been so tired lately and I’m pretty sure that had something to do with it. I had laid down for a bit to rest and next thing I know it was already 7:30 PM. I vaguely remember talking to my mother about going to practice. [...]

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The Splasher

Tuesday’s practice was very frustrating. A few people didn’t show up for practice so we had a few empty seats. I was surprised yet again, when Coach SM put me in the engine. This time, a few paddlers from another team were in the boat as well. Their season generally ends after the Toronto [...]

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Behind the Scenes

This weekend, I was part of the staff that was organizing the Toronto Island Regatta. My role was a dock marshal. Here, I was instructed to ensure all paddlers exited safely after a race as well as a few other sundry items. I mainly participated in this role because I was curious as to what [...]

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Speed Endurance Training … AGAIN

Practice today was good according to Coach SM. We were looking a lot better with our technique and it is definitely felt in the boat. As Coach SM says, be more powerful in the water. But with controlled aggression and good technique. Do not sacrifice technique for stroke rate. Today focused on speed endurance with [...]

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