Rypakova Heads to Training Camp
Rypakova conducted her first training sessions as part of the training camp on April 1, under the guidance of her father and coach, Sergey Alekseyev. “During the camp, the focus will be on refining the technical elements of the jump,” Olga’s husband and coach, Denis Rypakov, who currently remains in Ust-Kamenogorsk, told our correspondent. “Olga will have her first start of the season in Shanghai on May 17, as part of the first stage of the Diamond League. We shouldn’t expect a major result there, but this start will provide information on how to structure her preparation for future competitions.” In addition to this event, Olga will compete in the Kazakhstan Spartakiad in Almaty in early July and, of course, the World Championships in China in August of this year.
“Physical Culture is the Key to Health” session of the “Your Health” Veterans Club
On April 15, 2015, at 2:00 PM, the “Your Health” Veterans Club held a session titled “Physical Culture is the Key to Health” at the House of Friendship (63 Kazakhstan St.). The event was initiated by the East Kazakhstan Regional Center for Healthy Lifestyle. The meeting was attended by Markhat Chenvayev, Deputy Director of the Specialized Children and Youth Sports School of Athletics, and Saule Serikbayeva, Head of the Sports Facility. They shared stories about the daily operations and interesting events at the Olga Rypakova Sports Complex. Furthermore, they encouraged the club members to continue strengthening their health through physical activity and sports, serving as role models for the younger generation