Canoeing/Kayaking

 

Canoeing/Kayaking

 

(Competitive)

Canoeing/Kayaking

 

Slalom

Polo

Sprint

Short distance flatwater racing

3 Competition Distances

  • 1000m (3:21)
  • 500m (1:35)
  • 200m (33s)

Sprint K4

Sprint Racing Kayak

Tiller & Rudder

Rowing != Canoeing

Sprint K2

Sprint C1

Sprint C2

Sprint C4

Marathon

Long distance flatwater racing

Marathon

World Championships

Senior:

30km

~2hrs

5-7 Portages

 

Junior (u18):

22km

~1.5hr 

3 -5 portages

 

Marathon

Marathon

Marathon

Marathon

Marathon

Marathon

Marathon

River Racing

Liffey Descent - Ireland

  • 28km
  • 10 wiers
  • 1 500m portage

Marathon

Marathon

Marathon

My Training 2002-2007

  • Kayaking (everyday)
  • Gym
  • Swimming
  • Running
  • Cycling

Total: >14 sessions per week

Why??

Why??

  • It's fun!
  • Keep fit!
  • Travel the world
  • Spent time outdoors
  • Compete at the Olympics

Why??

  • It's fun! It's addictive!
  • Keep fit!
  • Travel the world
  • Spent time outdoors
  • Compete at the Olympics

Canoeing/Kayaking

By Fergal Walsh

Canoeing/Kayaking

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