Once again, we are happy to count on the skills of Stephanie Grevin, osteopath, and physical trainer. Stephanie will be on-site during the competition to suggest appropriate care, osteopathic treatments, massages, straps, etc.

 

We have heard that you were quite an athlete yourself in your days. What sport did you compete in and how did this influence your practice in osteopathy ?

 

I have practiced many sports at a very young age but what I was most passionate about was synchronized swimming, which I practiced for 14 years at a national level. My best results were 4th in solo, 5th in duo and 4th in team competition during the French Championship in 2004.

Sport has taught me discipline, excellence and to always give the best of myself, which is very important in my everyday job as an osteopath. The intensity of training, repetition of movements and constantly going beyond capacities results in injuries.

My primary objective when I take on an athlete or a team is prevention and improving performance. Unfortunately, too often people come to see me once they are already injured. Yet, once injured you are no longer able to compete at 200% of your capacity, you have to stop training and this has an impact on your preparation for a competition.

 

Why do you like to be « in the action » at an event like the St-Barth Cata Cup?

 

At the St-Barth Cata Cup, I find myself in an environement that I love : the adrenaline, the challenge, the competition and the desire to win, all in a fun and friendly spirit. I am motivated by the idea of helping each racer attain their personal objective on the water.

I look forward to being part of the organisation once again this year and meeting the racers that come from all over the world for this one event.

 

To make your reservation, visit the St-Barth Cata Cup Website or contact Stephanie directly by email at osteo.stephanie.grevin@gmail.com. You can also reserve at the registration table on the site of the race between November 18-22.

photo : © Pierrick Contin