Monday, 17 November 2014

Arriving in Landgraaf

After an overnight ferry and a very early start, we have finally landed here in Landgraaf.


As mentioned in my previous blog, Landgraaf (Holland) is home to Snowworld one of the biggest indoor ski slopes in the world.  I am here for 3 days training, classification and 2 days racing.

There are nations from all over Europe here. They have come for classification and to race in the first IPCAS (International Paralympic Committee Alpine Skiing) race of the season. 

Classification is used to give racers their subclass for the overall class (Standing, Sitting, Visually Impaired.) Subclasses works similar to the golf handicap where it gives racers with less of a disability less of a time bonus then of those with more of a disability.

It has been a hectic month, not just training/conditioning myself for the race but also with university. Work has picked up and I am finding myself spending more and more time researching for assignments, which at times has detracted from my training….much to my annoyance.

But besides the conflict of interests I am still finding I am improving and getting stronger. Steve from DSUK has been putting me through my paces at Chillfactore and is focussing more and more on pushing me to the limit. 

Right enough of me waffling on I will check back with you guys after my Race on Friday…Wish me Luck.

Alex

If you wish to contact me please email me at alexclarke1992@outlook.com 

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