7SYSTEMS Endurance Sports Supplement » Success Stories

Richard Weber- Setting another North Pole Record

Martin — Tue, 18 May 2010 03:21:46 +0000

On March 3rd, Richard Weber and his son, Tessum Weber along with international adventurers, David Pierce Jones and Howard Fairbanks embark on a trek to the Geographic North Pole. The 750 km trek from northern Canada is the toughest trek on the planet. This is Richard’s seventh full-length expedition to the North Pole and Tessum’s first expedition to the North Pole. On April 14, 2010 they reached the North Pole in 41 days 18 hours 52 minutes. They used 7SYSTEMS daily.

“It’s an amazing experience that is hard to describe in a few words. I think Howard best described it when he said : Some of the best moments are taken from the worst times. Mother Nature throws everything possible at you; storms, negative drift, whiteout, thin ice, high winds, extreme cold. You name it, we survived it. Our team was strong, we worked together well…during the last 5 days, we only slept 11 hours in order to best the southern drift and reach the Pole as expediently as possible.

With the support 7SYSTEMS provided our bodies during the expedition, I now want to start offering it to all the polar expeditions I train. I really believe it makes a difference.”

7 Questions from 7SYSTEMS

1. What accomplishment are you most proud of in your athletic career?

RW: In 1995 my Russian friend and I skied from Canada to the North Pole and back to Canada with no outside assistance. It took 122 days. It is the only (verified) expedition ever to go to the Pole and return without outside assistance.

2. What is the best advice anyone has ever given you?

RW: Great things are done by a series of small steps brought together.

3. What motivates you to get up every day and kick your own ass?

RW: At my age I do not have to kick my ass – it comes naturally.

4. Who is the person you look up to most and why?

RW: Roald Amundsen. “Adventure is bad planning”

5. If you were stranded on an island what book would you want to have with you?

RW: A survival book!

6. What’s your favorite unhealthy snack?

RW: Nachos

7. What is the best restaurant you’ve ever been too and what did you eat there?

RW: Les Fougeres in Chelsea Quebec is my favourite restaurant.

Jen MacLean

Martin — Mon, 17 May 2010 04:06:27 +0000

After having H1N1 in the fall, Jen was looking for a supplement to help her meet the extensive demands of working full-time and training. Having heard positive things about 7SYSTEMS, and knowing several athletes on the 7SYSTEMS team, she decided to try it. Despite Jen’s daily exposure to germs and viruses at work, she has been in perfect health since starting with 7SYSTEMS, and she couldn’t be happier with the effect that it has had on both her training and overall health.

Jen knows a lot about health. After spending her high school years competing in multiple team sports, Jen went to Queen’s University, where she competed on the varsity cross-country and swim teams. It was during this time that she joined the triathlon club, and began to focus her athletic attention on triathlon. While in her third year at Queen’s, Jen accompanied a friend to a World University Games qualifying race, and ended up earning herself a spot. This first international exposure gained her entry to the National Triathlon Centre, where she remained a resident athlete from 2000-2004. During this time she raced ITU events around the world, with results including 3rd place at Canadian Elite Nationals, 1st at University Championships, and ITU finishes as high as 8th. Jen twice qualified to represent Canada at Elite U23 World Championships, and was later a member of the Canadian National Development Team. After taking five years off of racing triathlons to do her Master’s and start her career as a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Jen has recently returned to triathlon, and is training with Human Powered Racing in Victoria BC.

Joe Rizzi

Martin — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 02:48:34 +0000

Joe Rizzi does more! He is the proud father of two active girls aged 5 and 6. He owns and operates a plumbing business that employs 10 people and works long days often doing hard physical work. Joe busted his butt all year in the hopes of making it to the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. Joe wakes up at 4am to fit in all his training before a hectic day of work and time with the family. He is proud of the fact that he rarely, if ever, misses one of his girls swim, dance or soccer practices or events.

Last reached his goal and qualified for Hawaii at Ironman Lake Placid. Joe finished the gruelling course in 9 hours 51 minutes and 40 seconds which landed him 31st overall and 4th in his age group!

He went on to finish Ironman Hawaii in an inspiring time of 10:10:26.

Joe manages to DO MORE with the help of 7SYSTEMS.

Simon Whitfield- World Class Triathlete, Olympian, Father

Martin — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:18:35 +0000

“Three Olympic Games, dozens of ITU races, a new baby and let’s face it, I’m not getting any younger…. but the competition is. As an athlete I need to ensure that my body is in peak form for all of my races. And, as a dad, I need to make sure that I have the energy to train as hard as before and still have energy to play with my daughter. 7SYSTEMS endurance sports supplement is the perfect supplement for my new life. I am a pro at preparing for races but preparing for fatherhood was a whole other thing. With 7SYSTEMS I’m ready for a couple of sleepless nights, hours at the playground and an intense 2012 training program!”

Simon has been a world-class athlete for over ten years. He is a three-time Olympian and has won both Gold and Silver medals for Canada.

www.simonwhitfield.blogspot.com

Lauren Groves- Olympian

Jasper — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 19:01:10 +0000

“I’ll be the first to admit that I have always been a little skeptical about supplements. I have always been a believer that simply eating a nutrient-dense diet and eating the right foods at the right time was all that was necessary to perform at a high level in our sport. At the end of my 2007 season I decided to take a closer look at my diet and recovery nutrition as the Olympics were on the horizon and I want to be sure I have done absolutely everything in my power to be ready when I start that race. I had heard positive things about 7SYSTEMS from friends and training partners so I decided to test it out during my winter training block. It was a huge load of training so it really gave me the chance to put 7SYSTEMS to the test. Within a week of taking it, I started to notice differences in my recovery and energy levels. I have never been much of a morning person but I started to find myself more energized and motivated at the start of each morning swim. Plus, I managed to escape catching some colds that were lingering around this winter, which rarely happens when I’m training hard.”

“Thank you to 7systems for helping get me to the start line in Beijing healthy and ready to race. Now I am hoping it will help me heal faster. My disappointment in Beijing has only motivated me even more for London 2012. I look forward to working with 7systems to help achieve that goal.”

Lauren Groves is one of Canada’s most accomplished triathletes. She is a National Champion and top five finisher at the World Triathlon Championships in 2006. Her career is highlighted by being named and competing at the Olympic Games in Beijing in 2008. After her spectacular crash in Bejing Lauren is focused on recovering and getting ready for London 2012.

Jeremy Thompson

Martin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:28:09 +0000

Jeremy is someone who tries to do more in everything he does. He is a father who just welcomed his 3rd child, is a Managing Director at one of Canada’s top private equity firms, and is always ranked near the top of Toronto’s most competitive club squash ladders. His prowess on the squash courts got him onto the Queen’s Varsity squash team. His racquet skills, agility and strategic thinking continue to make him highly competitive on a doubles court, with an Ontario and National B Doubles title to his credit. He’s a great example of balancing life’s priorities while trying to do more in every aspect of his life.

“Between work, travel and family, making time for squash matches can be a challenge but it is something I work hard at as it really improves my outlook. Missing playing because of fatigue or illness is something I try hard to avoid so I started using 7SYSTEMS. It definitely made me feel better and I avoided getting sick. I ran out of 7SYSTEMS towards the end of the year and forgot to put in a new order with the birth of our newborn. Low and behold I got sick over the holidays. I remembered that I needed to get back on 7SYSYEMS and the team got me some more product really fast. I am back on it, feeling great and looking forward to my next match.”

Malcolm Howard

Martin — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:13:03 +0000

Malcolm Howard burst onto the international rowing scene in 2003 by winning the under 23 World Championships in the heavyweight 8 category. Malcolm has been one of the powerhouses of the Canadian National Rowing Team. That’s what happens when you train as hard as he does, stand 6′6″ and weigh close to 260lbs. Based out of Victoria, B.C. he has gone on to win numerous other World Championships and a Gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In fact, he has so much power that he snaps bike cranks on a regular basis.

Most recently Malcolm took gold in the men’s singles race at the National Rowing Championships in London, Ont.

“7SYSTEMS has really helped keep my health in top form so I could come to the National Rowing Championships in top form this year. It’s been a tough year for me after cracking my ribs. So not getting sick as I quickly tried to get back into rowing shape has been paramount. The great thing is that 7SYSTEMS co-founder Jasper Blake has also been helping me with my general conditioning with some fantastic bike rides around Victoria. It’s great being recognized with my selection for the PRO TEAM!”

Malcolm is focused on winning at the 2012 London Olympics.

7 Questions from 7SYSTEMS

1. What accomplishment are you most proud of in your sporting career?

MH: Winning gold at the 2008 Beijing Olympics!

2. What is the best advice anyone has ever given you?

MH: “Be persistent.” Harry Parker. Not a man for many words, be persistant was often the whole pre-race talk from our coach Harry when I was racing for Harvard University. A legendary figure in collegiate athletics, Harry was a master putting a lot of meaning in very few words.

3. What motivates you to get up every day and kick your own ass?

MH: My motivation is always to get stronger and faster. On those miserable days when I want to stay in bed, I remind myself that we train in any weather because we know our competition will stay indoors when it gets too cold or windy out.

4. Who is the person you look up to most and why?

MH: Jasper Blake. No really…I have always looked up to Silken Laumann. I have heard many stories about her determination and perseverance in her training and racing. She came back from several difficult injuries to still compete and race at a very high level. Not only that, she trained under my coach, Mike Spracklen, a grueling taskmaster who trains his athletes harder then anyone else in the world.

5. If you were stranded on an island what book would you want to have with you?

MH: Lord of the Rings, not just because it is so long.

6. What’s your favorite unhealthy snack?

MH: Mom’s homemade cookies, so good that you can’t only have one, or three, or four…

7. What is the best restaurant you’ve ever been too and what did you eat there?

MH: So many to choose from, but recently, I would have to say Camille’s in Victoria BC. We had the Chef’s tasting menu which was excellent, amazing seafood and beef fillet all in one meal.

Adam van Koeverden

Martin — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 03:54:58 +0000

Adam van Koeverden

Adam is one of Canada’s most decorated athletes and a true champion in the sport of Kayak. He first got international recognition winning a bronze medal in the K-1 1000m at the 1999 world junior championships in Croatia, and transitioned to the senior ranks quickly by winning a silver at the 2003 world championships in Georgia in the K-1 1000m. At the 2004 Summer Olympics Van Koeverden won two medals, including a gold in the K-1 500m and a bronze in the K-1 1000m. He was Canada’s flag bearer at the closing ceremonies and was later awarded the Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada’s top athlete of 2004. Since then he has gone on to win several World Championships and beat his own world record in the K-1 500m at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Despite spending a significant amount of time travelling the world as a Right to Play ambassador and breaking his ankle on a trip to the Grand Canyon earlier in the year, Adam was still able to claim bronze in the K-1 1000m at this year’s World Championships. Adam started using 7SYSTEMS several months ago after it was recommended to him by some fellow Olympians.

“I’m always skeptical about what supplements claim they can do, but I really like 7SYSTEMS. In fact I’m hooked. I’ve been using it now for over 3 months and I feel great. 7SYSTEMS helps me kick the jetlag I experience travelling for training and racing and is keeping me healthy…that’s exactly what I want my supplement to do for me.”

Erinne Willock

Martin — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 04:35:07 +0000

Erinne Willock is one of Canada’s top female road cyclists. She has represented Canada at numerous world championship and international games including the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. She currently races for both the Canadian National Team and Webcor, a professional womans team based in the USA.

Most recently, Erinne finished top 10 at the 2009 World Road Championships. Erinne rode in the front pack, attempted several break-aways on the very tough 124km course and ended up in an incredible 7th place overall. That’s and amazing finish considering she was competing against the best cyclists from around the world including the Swiss on their home turf in Mendrisio, Switzerland.

“With the help of 7 SYSTEMS I was able to recover from Mono and then continue my training regime which landed me with my best ever finish at the World Championships. I believe it eliminated all the guess work in taking vitamins because 7 SYSTEMS provided me with all I needed in 1 package.”

Erinne calls Victoria, B.C. home. To read her full Bio, visit her web-page at the Canadian Cycling Association.

Bill Logie

Martin — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:54:15 +0000

Bill Logie has been an athlete all his life. A former semi-professional soccer player, Bill now packs adventure racing, run and snowshoe races, mounatin biking, Xterra events and kite boarding into his busy life. He balances this ‘play time’ with his Bay Street career as a highly successful stock trader. We are confident saying Bill is one of the most diverse athletes Ontario has to offer, and 2009 was one his best racing seasons ever. As one of the longest users of 7SYSTEMS we thought it would be appropriate to congratulate Bill on an amazing season.

“I never thought that as I turned 40 I would actually be getting stronger and stronger . I started with a stellar snowshoeing season, setting a course record and beating one of my fiercest competitors in a 10km classic up and down the slopes of the Blue Mountains. I then finished first and second in two running events and finished first in a Duke’s Epic 8 solo mountain bike race for my age (second overall, losing to a pro). To top it all off, I had a great race at the Xterra World Championships in Hawaii, where I finished 13th out of 60 in my category on a gruelling course.

Throughout the season, I’ve felt my body recover each time I challenged it with a new workout or competition. Most importantly, I never seemed to breakdown or get sick. I’m confident 7SYSTEMS makes a big difference in my ability to stay healthy and recover by giving my body’s systems the support they needed. 7SYSTEMS works for me like no other supplement I’ve used before. I am looking forward to what I can do as a 41 year old!”