Entries for February 2012

“TRAINING IS A FULL TIME JOB, 24/7.”

Medal Quest | 02/17/12 at 03:12 p.m. ( EN )

Paralympic cyclist Greta Neimanas takes us through her "full time job" – the tough training for the Games. It's a roller-coaster of ups and downs, with days that are “grueling” and some that are "effortless."

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LEARN MORE ABOUT PARALYMPIC SPORTS

Medal Quest | 02/17/12 at 03:11 p.m. ( EN )

Thousands of athletes will take part in the London Paralympics, starting August 29.  Here are their sports – and predictions about who is likely to bring home the gold.

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Paralympic Greats

Medal Quest | 02/17/12 at 03:11 p.m. ( EN )

Watch exciting videos of past competitions, with come-from-behind wins and heartbreaking losses

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Join the MEDAL QUEST

Medal Quest | 02/17/12 at 03:08 p.m. ( EN )

Connect with the Paralympic athletes blogging for MEDAL QUEST, and share your stories and pictures on Facebook and Twitter.

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The Excitement of the Games

Medal Quest | 02/17/12 at 03:07 p.m. ( EN )

The London Paralympic organizers are preparing now for the Games, finishing the buildings, planning the ceremonies.  Every time the athletes gather, the fireworks are bigger and the competitions are intense.

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