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    Or.....if like me you don't feel you are built for the heavy events you can always try track events - I used to participate in distance running events at Highland Games when I was younger.
    Regional Director for Scotland for Clan Cunningham International, and a Scottish Armiger.

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    Panache remembers well, I am writing a "How to get started" guide but it's stalled a bit due to being busy.

    Basically, as has already been said dont confuse strength with technique. Given that the first time you compete you wont have either, dont be disappointed if you dont do well. Few people ever do on their first try at anything.

    Do try to find some local throwers and practice with them. Also, Youtube is a great resource when it comes to watching technique. Go to Youtube and search "highland games" or the names of the events and you might even find some videos of me competing.

    Also sign up in the Novice or C class athlete if you can at first. Most games have a sort of introductory or beginner level competition to try. The events are all the same but you will use smaller cabers and compete with athletes more in your skill range.

    Most importantly, just have fun. So what if you don't do well. It's a day in the sun and fresh clean air, wearing a kilt, surrounded by fellow kilt wearers and admiring glances. Most dont even have the cojones to attempt the games, so you've already got them beat.

    If you have any specific questions post them here and I am sure the crowd can answer them.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Yaish View Post
    Panache remembers well, I am writing a "How to get started" guide but it's stalled a bit due to being busy.

    Basically, as has already been said dont confuse strength with technique. Given that the first time you compete you wont have either, dont be disappointed if you dont do well. Few people ever do on their first try at anything.

    Do try to find some local throwers and practice with them. Also, Youtube is a great resource when it comes to watching technique. Go to Youtube and search "highland games" or the names of the events and you might even find some videos of me competing.

    Also sign up in the Novice or C class athlete if you can at first. Most games have a sort of introductory or beginner level competition to try. The events are all the same but you will use smaller cabers and compete with athletes more in your skill range.

    Most importantly, just have fun. So what if you don't do well. It's a day in the sun and fresh clean air, wearing a kilt, surrounded by fellow kilt wearers and admiring glances. Most dont even have the cojones to attempt the games, so you've already got them beat.

    If you have any specific questions post them here and I am sure the crowd can answer them.
    thanks a bunch. Let me know if you ever get that information published! I'll let you know how it goes!

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