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Noeline Taurua on Her Golden Silver Ferns & The Constellation Cup
Oct 17, 2019 Being back in New Zealand for the 2019 Constellation Cup it’s clear to Silver Ferns Coach Noeline Taurua that winning the World Cup in July has had a huge effect on netball in New Zealand. “I feel the profile of netball has been really raised by the success of the win in Liverpool. There’s a really positive vibe that’s happening and a lot of chatter about netball which is amazing.”
Javelin, Long Jump, Personal Bests and Gold Medals: Helena Dinnissen
Oct 14, 2019 Just two years after returning to a sport she loved as a teenager, Christchurch mum Helena Dinnissen, has returned from the Oceania Masters Athletics Championships in September with nine gold medals. These included nine personal bests along with multiple Oceania and NZ age-group records. She’s a mum on a mission – to be a World Masters Athletics champion and fulfill the sporting potential she’s always believed she has.
The Magic of Maumalo
Aug 29, 2019Goals, fatherhood and what’s made the difference for Ken Maumalo in 2019
At Southern Cross Campus in Mangere, Warriors Winger Ken Maumalo (25) was focused on playing rugby union for his high school team on Saturdays. In 2010 the school’s rugby league coach asked him to play on a Wednesday to make up numbers for the team. Maumalo agreed to help the team and it turned into a pivotal moment in his life. A rugby league scout was at the game and quickly snapped Maumalo up for the Warriors Development Team. It was a Wednesday to remember for the New Zealand born Samoan.
Stories of the Netball World Cup Winning Silver Ferns
Aug 15, 2019 The Silver Ferns journey to holding up the Netball World Cup 2019 trophy was one of sweat, friendship, and many pairs of netball shoes along the way. ASICS sat down with Casey Kopua, Te Paea Selby-Rickit, and Debbie Fuller in the leadup to the biggest tournament of their sport to hear about some of the experiences that led them to this moment.
Top 10 Marathon Mistakes to Avoid
Aug 07, 2019 Sarah Connors, ASICS Running Clinics Pro Team’s Physiotherapist, shares with us the top 10 common marathon mistakes:
Becoming A Faster Runner
Jul 25, 2019 Whatever your goals as a runner, at some point you might find yourself saying: ‘I want to get faster!’ Find out how to get faster at running shorter and longer distances by implementing tried and tested speedwork techniques into your training plan. Better your best with our tips for training to run faster and see your speed improve in no time.
Black Caps Star Ross Taylor Prepares for Cricket World Cup 2019
May 30, 2019 The 2019 Cricket World Cup has opened to a thrilling first match, with England smashing South Africa, and all-rounder Ben Stokes’ one-handed catch sure to go down in the history books.
GEL-KAYANO™ 26 Designer Story
May 29, 2019 In Japan, the expression onko-chishin means “respect the past; create the new.” In this spirit, while creating the new GEL-KAYANO™ 26 shoe, we asked ourselves: what can we learn from our history to inspire the things we make today?
Top 10 Running Tips for Race Day
May 12, 2019 You’ve put the hard work into training and now it’s time for the big day. Being race-day ready is filled with variables and it’s all too easy for something small to prevent you from feeling your best. Start and end your race strong by being properly prepared. We’re sharing our top 10 running tips to help manage the preparation so you can hit your cadence and cross the finish line happy.
Preventing Sever's Disease in Active Children
Apr 23, 2019 The non-stop nature of active children results in an unforgiving demand on their feet. Kids in a constant state of motion need shoes to support growing feet and protect them from the impact of harder surfaces. Aside from sprains and strains children can encounter pain related to their growth plates. Growth plates in a child’s body are much weaker than the surrounding bone and require more protection. Read on for tips to finding the best fit and choosing a shoe that will encourage having the healthiest feet possible.
Choosing the Right Sports Shoe for Your Child
Apr 15, 2019 Supporting kids isn’t just about cheering from the sidelines, it’s also about making sure they’ve got the right gear to back up their active lifestyles. The sports that are popular for our kids like netball, football (of all kinds), hockey, tennis and general running and jumping around the playground can be tough on little bodies. Choosing the best shoe for your child can be challenging, but good quality footwear can make all the difference to keep your child comfortable and protect their growing feet and bodies. Read on for helpful tips on what to look for in children's shoes for sports, school and everyday life!
TOP WEEKEND RUNNING AND WALKING TRAILS IN NZ
Apr 14, 2019 Whether you’re looking for a challenging trail run or a long weekend walking track, New Zealand has some of the most beautiful trails in the world. We talked to ASICS ambassador, Ralph Cabansag about his favourite trails and secured some top tips for your next adventure. Ralph Cabansag is an Auckland based endurance sport enthusiast. Ralph’s event schedule is hard to keep up with competing in everything from SUP surfing and running to cycling and swimming all over the country. Ralph has a passion for trail running and is our go-to for advice on getting out of the office and into the outdoors.
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