There have been two campaigns that caught my eye recently,
although for extremely contrasting reasons. It was national Champagne week and
simultaneously, on the other end of the spectrum, there was Women’s Sport Week.
The latter being naturally far more significant for myself and hopefully
further than just the female population. In the ideal world there would be no requirement
for women’s sport promotion to be singled out, however this is a significant
step to equality in this field. A campaign that encourages anyone, irrelevant
of their age, ethnic background or postcode can only be seen as a positive
step, please keep this going beyond one celebrated week.
I have personally benefitted from a combination of the post
Olympic effect and the continued promotion of sport for women. Due to the
extreme demand a rowing club in Bath offered numerous learn to row courses
throughout the summer. I am far from the ideal student having taken three
months to complete my five week introduction to this deceptively difficult
sport. Apparently I have now graduated, although the fact that the course was
concluded with a compulsory capsize drill does not leave me full of confidence.
In the ideal world it would make sense to take up a new
sport close to the start of its season. This week the door of summer has
suddenly slammed shut, I think there are going to be many chilly hours out on
the water. I know I am a little soft after a couple of months in Brazil but I
have had to give in, the heating has gone on, porridge is on the breakfast menu
and long leggings are now essential for any outdoor pursuits.
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