Aaron Peirsol

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Bid for the Oceans

Usually I’m telling you to race for the oceans. Today I’m telling you to bid for the oceans.

As you may have heard by now, Christie’s, along with NBC Universal, Barneys New York, and Charitybuzz, has put together a star-studded auction called “A Bid to Save the Earth” for the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day, April 22.

The auction will benefit four environmental non-profits: Oceana, Natural Resources Defense Council, Conservation International, and Central Park Conservancy. In addition to a live auction at Christie’s on Earth Day, there will be an online silent auction at www.charitybuzz.com from April 8 – May 6.

There are some truly one-of-a-kind auction items, including a private swimming clinic with — you guessed it — yours truly. In addition to the swim lesson with moi, where I’ll show you how to backstroke like an Olympian, you’ll get 2 spots in this year’s Race for the Oceans Race and event dinner in Newport Beach, California (the date is TBD —mostly likely late August). The event is in its third year, and it just keeps getting better — You don’t want to miss it.

So get your online bidding fingers ready and start getting in shape for the big race!

Aaron Peirsol Focused On Ocean Conservation

It’s no secret that U.S. Olympic swimmer and gold medalist Aaron Peirsol has a deep love for the water. That’s why the California native has parlayed his interest — and status as a sports figure — into causes to save our planet’s oceans. Here, he talks about environmental awareness, education, and his most recent project, Race for the Oceans.

Read the original article here.

Race Day Eating with Aaron

Nutrition is important to Aaron everyday, but the stakes are higher on the day of a big race. So what does Aaron eat to make sure he is properly fueled?

“On race day I like to eat a big bowl of oatmeal with some fruit on top,” Aaron said. “The oatmeal sticks with you, but isn’t too heavy, and the fruit adds some flavor and nutrition.”

Hydration is also an important factor for athletes on the day of competition.

“Making sure you’re getting fluids is important,” Aaron said.
“It helps with lactic acid buildup and is crucial to your energy level. That’s why I work with a company like PureSport. It’s a drink that’s really worked for me.”

Race For The Oceans coming up fast

Race For The Oceans is coming up in less than three weeks and I’m really excited for it. This is the second year of the event, and we’ve really setup a great weekend this year. Registration is still open (Register Here) – don’t miss out on this great event. Events include an All Ages Clinic, Junior Swim, and a 1K and 5K Challenge. I’ll be there all weekend so I hope to see you there!

Peirsol Leads Off 400M Medley On Way To World Championship

Aaron Peirsol and an American Team made up of Michael Phelps, Eric Shanteau, and Dave Walters, won the 400M Medley World Championship at the 2009 FINA World Swimming Championships. Peirsol led off the medley race with a scorching time of 52.19, and the team broke the previous World Record by over 2 full seconds! This is Aaron’s 4th Gold Medal and 4th New World Record in the past month. Congratulations Aaron on a fantastic World Championships!

2009 World Champion and World Record

Aaron Peirsol just claimed the 2009 World Championship in the 200M Backstroke and has lowered his World Record time in this distance at the 2009 FINA Swimming Worlds in Rome, Italy!

Another World Record!

Aaron broke another World Record at US Swim Nationals, his second in three days! Aaron won the 200M Backstroke while setting a new World Record at 1:53.08. Already known as the best American Backstroker of all time, Peirsol now holds World Records in both the 100M and 200M Backstroke.

World Record

Last night, at the US Swim National Championships in Indianapolis, IN, Aaron Peirsol reclaimed the 100M Backstroke World Record with a time of 51.94!

US Swim Nationals

US Swim Nationals is here again! I’ll be competing in a handful of events in this years National Championships, which are being held in Indianapolis, IN July 7-11. Make sure you check out my Race For The Oceans Facebook Page for LIVE updates directly from me at Nationals!

-Aaron