Athlete profile

Velocity is proud to partner with various amatuer and professional athletes as they strive towards their goals. I caught up with professional beach volleyball player Renee LaRocque for a chat and a sport sandbag training session last Friday.

Renee is a kinesiologist, personal trainer, and all-around fantastic athlete. We are proud to support Renee as she strives toward her goal of representing Canada at the 2012 Olympic games in London. Go Renee!




1). How long have you been playing volleyball?
I've been playing 19 years of indoor volleyball and 11 years of Beach. I've been playing competitively in beach for about 7-8 yrs now.

2). What is your greatest accomplishment as a professional beach volleyball player?
I've received many 1st place finishes in events in AB and BC, but I think a few of my accomplishments include 5th at Nationals, along with traveling to Europe to play in a couple events.

3). What song are you embarrassed to admit that you like? haha I think all songs are great and there really isn't any embarrassing ones. I love music and I love to play and train to music.

4). What is your favourite sport besides volleyball?
I do enjoy many sports, such as Mt Biking, Running, Basketball, Ultimate. I am a fair weather person and prefer sports where the sun is shinning, but I do enjoy Snowboarding on a nice spring day.

5). Poutine or a Blizzard?
Hmm tough call, but I'm going to have to go for Blizzard. I do tend to treat myself to some good ice cream every once in a while, especially as an end season treat.

5). How do sandbags help a volleyball player train?
Sandbags really help volleyball players in their explosiveness, speed, and agility. The resistance training while running and jumping really help in all areas. Along with increase in strength and power.





6). Who would win in a fight, you or Misty Mae Traenor?
haha, that's a tough question, but I think with the sandbag workouts, I would win :)

7). If you could meet any one person, who would it be?
I would have to say Captain James Cook, just to hear of his great adventures and journeys. That or Will Farrel, as I think you wouldn't stop laughing.

If you would like any more information about how you can support athletes like Renee, please contact us at mark@velocityfitness.ca.

Cheers,


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