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Training for the Tokyo Olympic Games… SOLO | Michael Gunning Vlogs

Apr 7, 2021

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rokur

in Competition

An Olympic cycle is always a tough one, but when all the swimming pools and gym facilities close during a National Lockdown, the journey can be a real bumpy ride! As an elite athlete, I’ve managed to keep training (with the help of some amazing human beings) in preparation for the Tokyo Olympic Games, but there have been many hurdles and one of them is training on my own!
I hope this video gives you an insight into what I’ve been getting up to as an elite athlete, but also my personal covid thoughts, training/competition preparation, and the compulsory World Anti-Doping Agency (WHEREABOUTS) system. Please remember to like, subscribe and comment if you’d like to see more, and I’m excited for you to be on this journey with me x

Training for the Tokyo Olympic Games… SOLO!
Michael Phelps series on Peacock to premiere April 14

Apr 7, 2021

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rokur

in Competition, History

“Michael Phelps: Medals, Memories & More” will premiere exclusively for free on Peacock, NBC Universal’s new streaming service, on April 14, marking 100 days until the Tokyo Olympics.
The three-part documentary series features Phelps looking back at each race of his Olympic career with NBC Sports swimming commentators Dan Hicks and Rowdy Gaines.
The episodes are titled “Greatness Begins,” going back to Phelps’ first Olympics at age 15 in Sydney, “Eight Golden Races,” referencing his record at the 2008 Beijing Games, and “London to Lasting Legacy” going through his last two Olympics, and accompanying personal struggles, before retirement.

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Michael Phelps: Medals, Memories & More | Official Trailer | Peacock
Sam Nuttmann shoots with the DJI Pocket 2 in Hawaii

Apr 7, 2021

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rokur

in Technique, Wow

In this video, join filmmaker Sam Nuttman as he tries out DJI’s super-compact, super-powerful Pocket 2 handheld camera in Hawaii.

Sam Nuttmann shoots with the DJI Pocket 2 in Hawaii
Swimming Under a Frozen Lake | SAS S4 EP 5 | Outside TV

Apr 7, 2021

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rokur

in Winter Swimming

Four men and five women remain in the competition, but the training staff is determined to throw everything at them in a final effort to expose any weaknesses. 😤

Swimming Under a Frozen Lake | SAS S4 EP 5
Large Family of Otters Invade Swimming Pool at Condo Near Alexandra Road, Feasted On Reared Fish

Apr 7, 2021

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rokur

in Nature

Another day, another otter sighting in Singapore.
A video uploaded on ‘Singapore Wildlife Sightings’ Facebook group on Tuesday (6 Apr) by Yvonne Chan shows a large family of otters taking a dip in the swimming pool at a residential condo.
Apparently, the otters did more than just swimming there. According to the caption of the post, they also “had a feast” in the pond next to the pool, having eaten up all the fishes that were reared by the residents.
The incident took place at The Crest condominium near Alexandra Road, which is located next to Alexandra Canal.

Large family of otters invade swimming pool at condo near Alexandra Road, feasted on reared fish…
FINIS | Introducing the Smart Goggle, Powered by Ciye™

Apr 6, 2021

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rokur

in Equipment, Technology

It’s here! The Smart Goggle, Powered by Ciye™, is designed to help swimmers improve and meet their fitness goals. The in-goggle display and activity tracker gives real-time feedback to help you track your distance and time and get the most out of your swim. Once you’re out of the water, the app provides in-depth analysis of your workouts, logs your history, and allows you to connect with friends and fitness apps.

FINIS | Introducing the Smart Goggle, Powered by Ciye™
Swimmer Swam Around Olango Island in 12 Hours

Apr 6, 2021

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rokur

in Open Water

Swimmer swam around Olango island in 12 hours
Auto-timing a swimmer using the Autocoach One

Apr 6, 2021

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rokur

in Equipment, Training

Here we have Olympian and former world record holder Matt Welsh testing the Auto-timing function. He hears not only swim splits, but velocity and stroke rates whilst swimming. Matt explains what the experience means to swimmers, and how it can work with a swim coach using the Autocoach Performance Stopwatch.

Auto-timing a swimmer using the Autocoach One
Swim Tips For Your Return To Water | How To Get Back Into Swimming | Global Triathlon Network

Apr 6, 2021

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in Training, Triathlon

The open water is warming up and the pools are about to reopen, so who is ready to get back into swimming? There are going to be so many of us who are feeling a little apprehensive about returning to the pool. There are several things you can do to reduce the shock and get you back on track in no time.

Swim Tips For Your Return To Water! | How To Get Back Into Swimming

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Rókur í Jákupsstovu // Production engineer and certified swim coach. Full-time IT guy, spare-time aquatics aficionado. 2 sons, 2 daughters, 1 grandson & a wife. Bureau Member of European Aquatics, liaison to Water Safety, Media & Data Management. Likes to run :-)