7 Reasons Disc Golf is Better Than (Ball) Golf
I love golf. Which by extension means I love disc golf too because in many ways it’s the same sport, but instead of hitting a ball into a hole, you throw a disc into a basket.
Adventures, Frisbee, and Failing Forward
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Frisbee Rob and Sailor Halftime Show
Frisbee Rob and Sailor broke the record for the Longest Catch at a Live Sporting Event when they had a 109 yard throw & catch at the Stamps halftime show.
Physical Literacy Through Frisbee
Much of my skill in frisbee was developed before I ever threw my first disc – growing up as a multi-sport athlete.
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Frisbee on Ice Training in Freezing Temperatures
Rob and Jill got out for some early morning training in the frigid (-15C) temperatures at Bowness Lagoon. One of Rob’s throws came down too sleep and landed on the…
Glute Activation and Movement Patterns
I first heard about Pilates about 15 years ago when I bought a Jennifer Kries Pilates dvd. There is a great stretching routine that I’ve done off and on over…
We Need to do Better for the Kids
Today was a great day because I spent it speaking to kids and teaching frisbee. The kids were in Kindergarten to Grade 6 including a class with autistic students. I…
Ice Castles and Frisbee on Ice
Today was my first on-ice session at Hawrelak Park since I broke two Guinness World Records at the 2015 Silver Skate Festival on February 14, 2015. The ice was a…
Speed Skater Gym Workout Day 2
Today was another gym session because it’s too warm to skate so I took full advantage by doing the Day 2 workout from https://www.exercise.com/workout-plans/speed-skating-workout-plan.
Hockey Skates or Figure Skates?
Growing up as a figure skater and later getting into hockey, I’ve been skating for pretty much my entire life. I also raced a figure skater when I was in…
Bittersweet Training Day
Today was a bittersweet day. A few days ago, my favourite uncle passed away and the initial shock wore off today so I was very emotional before training. He was…
Random Encounters During Frisbee on Ice Training
During training, we met Mike, a resident of Calgary, who first played frisbee 40 years ago in California! It was his first time out of the house in 4 weeks…
Speed Skater Gym Workout Day 1
I took the day off from on ice training and instead went to the gym to get in a speed skater workout. My on ice training sessions are going great…
Young Disc-Coverers: A Frisbee Q&A with Kids
How does the wind affect how a frisbee flies?
The wind is the single biggest factor in affecting how a frisbee flies. Understanding the affect wind has will help you be more confident and have more fun when throwing and catching.
Do You Need Big Muscles to Throw a Frisbee Far?
The short answer is: no, you don’t need big muscles to throw a frisbee far.
Young Disc-Coverers: A Frisbee Q&A with Kids
Inspired by all of the great questions from kids over the years, I’m going to be creating a series titled: “Young Disc-Coverers: A Frisbee Q&A with Kids”.
Why Do You Love Frisbee?
Of all the questions I get asked, why do I love frisbee is the one that comes up the most.
The Frisbee Chronicles
Frisbee Rob vs The Helix Enigma
Will Rob’s frisbee precision outdo Franklin’s scientific precision? Or will Franklin’s DNA discovery outsmart Rob’s frisbee tricks?
The Cosmic Clash between Frisbee Rob and Johannes Kepler
Frisbee Rob takes on Johannes Kepler in an epic battle of wits and wisdom, challenging Kepler’s legendary theories on planetary motion!
Quantum Frisbee: The Clash of Ingenuity
Will Rob’s aerodynamic frisbee mastery outdo Feynman’s scientific prowess? Or will Feynman’s quantum mechanics give him an edge in this unusual duel?
The Clash of Minds: Frisbee Rob vs. Neil deGrasse Tyson
Frisbee Rob is stepping out of his comfort zone, embarking on a journey to challenge none other than the renowned astrophysicist, Neil deGrasse Tyson!
Redefining Aerodynamics: Frisbee Rob’s Rebellion Against Bernoulli
Frisbee Rob challenges the laws of physics in an epic battle against Daniel Bernoulli. Will he overcome the wind’s force or succumb to the power of Bernoulli’s principles?
A Spin on Relativity: The Battle of Frisbee Rob and Einstein
Experience the thrilling face-off between the spontaneous creativity of Frisbee Rob and the logical precision of Einstein.
The Unexpected Battle between Frisbee Rob and Bill Nye the Science Guy
In a thrilling encounter that fuses the worlds of science and sports, our very own Frisbee Rob takes on the legendary Bill Nye the Science Guy.
Bridging the Gap: Archimedes and Frisbee Rob’s Quest for Knowledge
Get ready for an epic clash of wits and skills as Frisbee Rob takes on the legendary Archimedes in a battle of scientific marvels!
The Cosmic Frisbee: Rob vs Hubble
Will Frisbee Rob’s unconventional thinking outsmart Hubble’s infinite wisdom? Or will Hubble’s astronomical knowledge cast a shadow over Rob’s determination?