March 2010

Jenson Button

This March marks the start of the 61st Formula 1 World Championship. Current World Champion Jenson Button reveals his tips for reaching pole position in Formula 1. This month also hosts one of the UK's biggest fundraising events, Sports Relief 2010. Fitness writer Lisa Jackson shares her tips for getting started with exercise and why we should rise to the challenge.

Jenson Button
"Focus on your dream," encourages the Formula 1 World Champion.

  • Dealing with nerves.
  • Visualising goals.
  • Reviewing performance.

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Steph TwellSteph Twell
The World Junior 1500m and double European Junior Cross Country Champion says "Sport gives you a sense of self-fulfilment."

  • Building confidence.
  • Attaining goals.
  • The importance of preparation.

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Colin MacandriasA scuba diver
The scuba diving instructor explains the benefits of exercising and recovering in water.

  • Benefits of recovery and rest.
  • Overcoming setbacks.
  • Working with others.

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Sarah TonerSarah Toner
"Good deportment is just respecting yourself and your body," believes the dance instructor.

  • Building confidence.
  • Encouraging participation.
  • Positive thinking.

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Lisa JacksonLisa Jackson
The fitness expert explains the benefits behind an active lifestyle.

  • Motivational skills.
  • Creating a successful study environment.
  • Identifying weakness and building your strengths.

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Sir Chris HoySir Chris Hoy. Copyright: British Cycling
"Never lose sight of why you are doing it," says the triple Olympic Gold medal cyclist.

  • Getting the best out of yourself.
  • Building mental strength.
  • Displacing negative thoughts with visualisation.

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RAISE YOUR GAME CHANNEL
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Maria de VillotaMaria de Villota
"If you think you can make it, you really can," encourages the Superleague racing driver.
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Sebastien Foucan
The ambassador of free running believes that "Falling down is a part of your learning."
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Nathan CleverlyNathan Cleverly
The Welsh professional boxer, and holder of the British, Commonwealth and European lightweight titles, reveals how he balanced training with achieving a mathematics degree.
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