Zoe is another one of this year's new recruits, although you wouldn't know it if you saw us on the water. Zoe started with the team right at the start of the academic year, when many of us 'oldies' were 'social paddling' before the start of the official training season. Read on to hear some of Zoe's thoughts on all things Dragonflies!
1) How long have you been paddling for the HKA Dragonflies? Why did you start?
I'm new to HKA and new to the Dragonflies this year. I decided to join partly as a way to get fit, and partly as a way to meet some new people at school.
2) What sorts of exercise do you like to do outside of dragon boating?
Before I joined HKA, I hadn't really done any proper exercise for years! But there's a great friendly and healthy culture at school, so since August I've started doing yoga regularly again. Recently I started attending bootcamp sessions in Sai Kung too.
3) What are the challenges you've faced while dragon boating?
Mainly just that I never feel like going! But I am always happy I have done it afterwards, so I just keep that in mind. It's also not very nice when the water is polluted...
Mainly just that I never feel like going! But I am always happy I have done it afterwards, so I just keep that in mind. It's also not very nice when the water is polluted...
4) What do you enjoy most about dragon boating? It's very calming and grounding being out on the water, taking in the stunning view of Sai Kung, watching the sunset. And the counting (as we paddle) really helps clear my mind from school-related stress! 5) What tips would you give someone considering taking up dragon boating? Do it! And stretch before and after... 6) Any last words? I'm feeling a little apprehensive about the races - so wish me luck! | Zoe and Nick! |
The Dragonflies at their last practice before the Sai Kung races on 1st May!