Category Archives: Olympics

The Sports Archives – How To Train For A Full Marathon

Posted on August 25, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Whether attempting to run a marathon for personal reasons, or for charity, correct preparation is essential. Know Your Pace An important part of preparing for a marathon involves getting to know at what pace you can comfortably run at. More … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Is the Australian Pride Misplaced?

Posted on August 22, 2012 by thesportsarchives

The very thought of the country winning not ten or twenty, but thirty-five medals makes any Australian’s chest inflate with pride to the size of the planet Jupiter. But put $297 million from the taxpayers’ pockets, in that same thought. … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Top 4 Hottest Women in London Olympics!

Posted on August 14, 2012 by thesportsarchives

The Olympics isn’t just a place where people can showcase their talent, but their looks as well. The 2012 London Olympics is filled with beautiful athletes who are also very highly talented in their respective sports. What makes these beautiful … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Stay Fit and Safe with Combat Sports!

Posted on August 4, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Hand-to-hand combat is one of the oldest sports and most popular modern workout regimens for achieving whole-body fitness. Whether you’re craving a toned core or want to learn empowering self-defense skills, Muay Thai and traditional combat sports can accomplish these … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Will the Great Britain Football Team Leave Any Sort of Legacy?

Posted on August 3, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Why Was It Done? As the United Kingdom, rather than England, was designated as the host nation for the 2012 Olympic Games, it was thought that it would be fitting to have a football team representing the nation this year. … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – 2012 International Triathlon Events

Posted on August 2, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Every year, thousands of athletes take part in triathlon events in locations around the world. While many high-profile international triathlons have already taken place this year, there’s still plenty of action to look forward to in the next few months … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Knickerbocker Glory!

Posted on August 1, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Teamed with ‘knickerbocker’ shorts, usually held up by a belt of differing widths, early footballers would wear thick leather football boots and long, woolly socks with shin pads which could be tucked in or worn outside. Earlier still, when football began to … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – Treat Your Injury Like an Olympian!

Posted on July 25, 2012 by thesportsarchives

With the 2012 Summer Olympics taking place in London, millions around the world will have their eyes glued to their favorite athletes representing their country. Gold medals and praise aren’t the only things these athletes take home with them, though. … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – The Two Most Famous Runners to Have Won Gold at the Olympic Games!

Posted on June 30, 2012 by thesportsarchives

Running is a sport that takes athleticism and power.  There is a need for consistent self-reliance and a stamina that is almost unworldly.  The sport is recreational for some while for others it is a passion and career.  There is … Continue reading →

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The Sports Archives – How Do Sailing Boats Work?

Posted on June 29, 2012 by thesportsarchives

What could be more exciting, relaxing, and rewarding than sailing the open seas. Every year thousands take to the seas, waterways and rivers to enjoy the beauty of sailing. The earliest historical account of sailing found contained a painted disc … Continue reading →

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