OH! Magazine - Australian Version January 2015 (Australian Version) | Page 11

PAUL
BROWN

GETTING THE WORLD

OFF THE COUCH,

www.50sports.org
www.50sports.org

( Exercise Adherence )

IN 50 WEEKS

Paul Brown and his family are well on their way to experiencing 50 sports in 50
weeks. And every month we’ll check in to see what they’ve ticked off their list!
nspiring the world to get off the couch has begun with a
bang! My family and I have left our beloved Gold Coast
behind and have already tackled beach volleyball, swimming,
water polo, fencing, scuba diving, surfing, wheelchair rugby,
squash and Nordic walking.

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Over 2,000 school students have already been educated and
motivated to live like Leapin’ Lizard and ‘get it right!’ when it
comes to keeping active and eating better.
With such a diverse range of sports already conquered and
another 43 more to go, their message is simple: ‘If we can find
50 sports to try, surely every family can find at least one way to
keep active and healthy together!’
By trying 50 sports we remind the world of the incredible variety of
activities on offer, so there is no excuse for not finding something
you like. When weighing up your options, always consider:
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What sports or activities are close and convenient to my home, work or on route in between?
How much time will it require each week and can I commit if I really like it?
Can I do it alone, is it a pairs or team sport and if so, who will I join with?
What costs are associated and can I manage them regularly?
Am I comfortable with the level of physicality and any potential risk of injury?
What are the main benefits of participating and do they match my goals?
Does it fit my definition of having a good time? Is it fun?
If I had to stop what I am doing now, what would be my next choice? (and apply these questions to that sport).

The right set of answers to these questions will help you make the right selection, as you’ll be more likely to stick with it.
All the best and happy 2015! Oh, and remember, you can follow the rest of our journey at 50sports.org or via Facebook/50Sports

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