July 2009

Ball girl

Find out what it takes to become a Wimbledon ball boy or girl from Wimbledon's Training Manager, Anne Rundle. The Wales international and British and Irish lions lock, Alun Wyn Jones talks about what makes a great team player and we have tips from fitness expert and extreme race runner Molly Melhuish on staying active and healthy.

Anne Rundle
Wimbledon's Training Manager gives us an insight into the training and commitment involved in becoming a Wimbledon ball boy or girl.

  • Good decision making.
  • Communication skills.
  • Learning from each other.

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Graham Henry

Graham Henry
"You can't control the uncontrollable, you've just got to get on and do your bit," says the head coach of the New Zealand All Blacks, and former coach for Wales and the British and Irish Lions.

  • The motivation to succeed.
  • The importance of mental preparation.
  • Working as a team.

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Mark McKoy

Mark McKoy
The Olympic gold medallist hurdler and elite personal trainer speaks to Colin Jackson about the benefits of participating in sport.

  • Give yourself the opportunity to achieve.
  • Develop skills through sport.
  • Working with others.

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Bean Sopwith

Bean Sopwith
"A balanced diet allows you to have the right amount of foods to keep your body going," encourages the rock climber and nutrition coach.

  • The importance of sleep.
  • Working towards a balanced diet.
  • Choosing an activity that is right for you.

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Alun Wyn Jones. Copyright: Huw Evans Picture Agency

Alun Wyn Jones
The Wales international and British and Irish lions lock, Alun Wyn Jones, discusses the importance of focus and commitment.

  • Balancing school with sport.
  • Time management.
  • Take inspiration from others.

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Molly Melhuish

Molly Melhuish
"Use every opportunity to walk. At the end of the day, it all adds up to better fitness," believes the fitness expert and extreme race and endurance runner.

  • Improve your posture and fitness with walking.
  • How to keep hydrated.
  • Using physical activity as a reward.

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