Unusual ways to train
In quarantine, athletes have to get out of a situation in which they cannot fully train. So, the Russian athlete Sergey Shubenkov only occasionally goes for a run in his native Barnaul, the rest of the time the hall is replaced by his own apartment. For classes, balcony rails and a stool are used, which the runner uses as an impromptu barrier. The 2015 World Champion admitted that in self-isolation he had less time for some familiar activities.
“I used to fly very often, and reading was the most common and frequent activity, but now I talk more with my family and do other things, it’s not time for books! When my son sleeps, I can have fun with computer games or films, ”Sport Express quotes Shubenkova.
Four-time world champion in rhythmic gymnastics, Alexander Soldatova, is a little easier. She regularly demonstrates in social networks that she is in great shape, surprising subscribers with her stretch. In the latest published videos, the athlete showed how gymnasts can drink coffee, read a book and open a laptop, as well as get out of bed in style.
“When I woke up and realized that nowhere to go now. So I’ll sleep for an hour or two, ”Soldatova joked.
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Biathlete Valeria Vasnetsova offered her training program in the porch. She prepared a whole range of exercises aimed at strengthening the muscles of the legs. The athlete tested them on herself and noted the effectiveness of such exercises.
“This is probably the most fat burning workout that can be. In conditions of self-isolation, you can do completely different workouts, and in this case, an entrance to help you ... The number of approaches and repetitions vary yourself. But after the first series you will feel a burning sensation in your legs, ”Vasnetsova said.
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Charity and care
The winner of the Tour de France in 2018, Geraint Thomas arranged a three-day race in his garage on a special exercise bike. The duration of each stage was 12 hours. This number was not randomly chosen: that is how long the change of doctors in hospitals lasts. An unusual training was broadcast live, and everyone could donate money to fight the coronavirus. In total, the Briton raised more than £ 300 thousand.
“I will need a week of rest to recover. For three days I spent 36 hours in the saddle, although I usually drive so much in a week of full training. My longest ride on the road lasted 8 hours and 20 minutes, but then we drove in a group and stopped for coffee, ”said Thomas.
The goalkeeper of the Moscow Spartak Artem Rebrov is also known for his participation in charity events, and the COVID-19 pandemic did not become an obstacle for him to help those in need. As part of the campaign organized by the Spartak for Children fund, the red-white gokiper donated blood at the Bakulev Center for Cardiovascular Surgery.
“The fact is that because of quarantine, 60% of donated blood does not go to people who need it so much. If one of you wanted to do this for a long time, but did not intend to, then I think this is an excellent occasion to come and donate blood within the framework of all the recommendations. I think this will help many people survive, ”Rebrov said.
In turn, the five-time winner of the Grand Slam tournaments, Maria Sharapova, recalled one of the important problems of our time - concern for nature. On Earth Day, an ex-tennis player published a video by Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson on the consequences of the Chernobyl accident.
“This image has a special place in my heart. View from space to Earth, in the center of which the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in the city of Pripyat, Ukraine. The place of the worst nuclear disaster in history, where rare and endangered species now thrive in the absence of people, ”wrote Sharapova.
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The fact is that during the Chernobyl disaster, her parents lived in the Gomel region, which was significantly affected by the consequences of the explosion of the 4th power unit reactor. Because of this, the family decided to move to Nyagan, where Sharapova was born.
New tricks and challenges
Unusual stunts help diversify training for athletes. So, the Washington Capitals striker Alexander Ovechkin in absentia competed in juggling with the Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby. On Twitter at the National Hockey League, fans were asked to choose the best juggler, although it should be noted that both had difficulty completing their task.
Sidney Crosby vs. Alex Ovechkin (@ ovi8) in juggling? We may be here for a while ... 😂
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Ovechkin also called on all concerned to join the auction, the funds from which will be used to help poor families. Its participants will compete for the opportunity to meet with the captain of Washington and conduct a training session with him.
Much more successful in performing tricks tennis player Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. She managed to repeat the trick of the famous freestyler Stefan Boich, knocking out a ping-pong ball with the edge of a racket and then directing it with a rebound from the wall into a glass. The athlete also encouraged subscribers to share their options for creative training.
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MMA fighter Zabit Magomedsharipov decided to join the freestyle football. He showed the skill of chasing the ball and ironically expressed his willingness to sign a contract with one of the clubs. UFC lightweight champion Habib Nurmagomedov, a fan of Real Madrid, made a joke over his colleague.
“Your level is the maximum of Barcelona,” commented the video Nurmagomedov.
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MMA spokeswoman Paige Vanzant, who became famous during quarantine for her spicy photos, suggested that subscribers repeat an unusual trick. With one hand, she took hold of the foot of the opposite leg and jumped over it, as if threading a needle into the eye.
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Many athletes continue to participate in various challenges. So, football players Denis Cheryshev, Nail Umyarov, Konstantin Kuchaev, Ivan Oblyakov and Sergey Pinyaev performed the exercise proposed by the forward of Manchester City Leroy Zane. In 45 seconds, you must step through the training chips the maximum number of times, changing legs. The German record - 100 repetitions - was beaten by Umyarov and Kuchaev (111 and 120 times, respectively).
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Zenit forward Artyom Dziuba and his wife Kristina joined the challenge for couples. His goal is to find out how well the partners know each other. Participants with eyes closed should indicate who is better suited to these definitions. The answers of the spouses coincided in 21 cases.
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Rest and household chores
During quarantine, fans got the opportunity to learn a little more about the daily lives of their favorite athletes and coaches. So, the mentor of “Liverpool” Jurgen Klopp boasted the ability to tie a tie, which he managed to master in less than a week. Some time ago, he also informed subscribers that he had prepared his first scrambled eggs, and that he was assigned to be in charge of the dishwasher in the house.
👔 Jürgen's goal for the week: Done ✅ pic.twitter.com/oGGyZeTJjb
- Liverpool FC (at 🏠) (@LFC) April 20, 2020Former Brazilian national team striker Ronaldo has spoiled the draw process of football tournaments in his kitchen. He used tangerines and apples as balls, and various household chores that his family members were to fulfill were at stake. The legendary Brazilian was washed dishes.
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Athletes find time and rest. So, Pavlyuchenkova shared a photo in which she is hiding from the sun with a racket, and biathlete Dorothea Wierer showed how she is sunbathing in a swimsuit.
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Similar shots can be found on the social networks of Estonian biathlete Regina Oija, although she admitted that she would hardly have decided on a more candid photo shoot for a glossy magazine.
“I don’t think there is anything bad in this, but I am a different person. I want to remain honest with what I am doing and feel comfortable in what I am doing, ”the Match TV athlete quotes.
Adapt to the quarantine conditions have not only athletes, but also journalists. Well-known commentator Dmitry Guberniev showed how he has to broadcast from home. In the photo, he is practically in a T-shirt sitting in the kitchen in front of the laptop screen.
“The moment of the highest concentration live! A real leader - he is also a leader in his underpants! Direct inclusion - my love! Everyone - health, patience! Everyone - healthy lifestyle, ”wrote Guberniev.
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