A unique concept in physical training with a special emphasis on competitive sailing was launched today with the premiere of www.harrylegum.com, the web site of Annapolis Sailing Fitness, LLC. This distinctive business, created by Annapolis native Harry Legum, was developed to address the sailing community’s growing awareness of and interest in fitness and conditioning specifically tailored to the needs of racing sailors.

Top sailors such as Terry Hutchinson (Emirates Team New Zealand) and Jahn Tihansky (J/World Annapolis) are among the beneficiaries of Legum’s techniques.

Legum boasts 17 years experience in the health industry and brings a leading-edge approach to developing physical fitness for sailing. The web site explains that physical training is customized to the specific requirements of each sailor, as a synthesis of personal goals, physical characteristics, special considerations and prudent practice. The Annapolis Sailing Fitness program can also be tailored for groups and teams. Legum currently trains sailors ranging from amateur, youth, Olympic, and disabled sailors to high school sailing and professional America’s Cup athletes. He creates training programs for beginners that emphasize the basics of balance, strength, and agility and has also developed seasonal training plans for competitive sailors with particular focus on special pre- and post-race fitness training.

“In response to requests from a growing core group of recreational to elite sailors, I decided to create a web site specifically addressing sailing fitness. The feedback has been fantastic and the interest in my company, Annapolis Sailing Fitness LLC, astonishing,” says Legum. He adds “I’ve been told it’s the first of its kind and various organizations have shown interest in networking and sponsoring ASF.”

Terry Hutchinson, 2004 Farr 40 World Champion and with the Emirates Team New Zealand America’s Cup team, is a staunch supporter of Annapolis Sailing Fitness. Hutchinson says, “The manner in which Harry approached my workout has truly inspired me to WANT to come to the gym. That has not happened before.” He continues “Harry challenges me to be a better athlete and he has directly contributed to improvement in my sailing.”

The web site will feature frequent sailing fitness tips and information applicable to sailors of all levels. For more information check out www.harrylegum.com or contact Harry Legum, Annapolis Sailing Fitness LLC, 650 Americana Drive, Suite 208, Annapolis, MD 21403. Email address is info@harrylegum.com and telephone is +1-410-570-6121.

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