Bethany Hamilton's Blog, page 59

10 Year Anniversary Story – Hawaii News Now

Jim Mendoza from Hawaii News Now reports on the 10-year Anniversary of the shark attack and losing her arm, an event which took place on October 31, 2003. This special 2-part story shows how Bethany is still setting example and how she’s adjusting to married life. Her husband, Adam Dirks, is also interviewed.

Hawaii News Now – KGMB and KHNL

VIEW THE WRITTEN STORY WITH THE VIDEO HERE

Hawaii News Now – KGMB and KHNL

VIEW THE WRITTEN STORY WITH THE VIDEO HERE

My Bikini Video by Rip Curl

This video just shares what surfing means to me. Also I’m excited for the Rip Curl My Bikini Tour next month in Australia! Check out the schedule here.

‘Dolphin Tale 2′ Cameo

I can finally announce the exciting news! I’ll be doing an appearance in the upcoming film Dolphin Tale 2. The movie, set to release September 19, 2014, has just begun filming in Florida.

“The sequel’s story centers on the real-life baby dolphin Hope, who was saved and rehabilitated by the Clearwater Marine Aquarium,” describes The Hollywood Reporter. I’ll be playing myself.

Please find out more on these public announcements:

The Hollywood Reporter

ComingSoon.Net

Deadline Hollywood

Interview with Sedgwick

After a keynote presentation at the California Workers Comp and Risk Association’s 2013 conference, Bethany Hamilton talks about her charity, Friends of Bethany with Kimberly Geogre, Senior Healthcare Advisor of Sedgwick. To learn more about Friends of Bethany visit www.friendsofbethany.com.

Liberty University (Oct 2013)

On October 16, 2013 at Convocation, North America’s largest weekly gathering of Christian students, Bethany Hamilton shared her story with students and faculty, explaining how God was with her through it all. Bethany held their attention with her words of motivation, saying, “If you choose to give God your life, He will take your passions and make them even bigger passions.”

At the age of thirteen, on October 31, 2003, Bethany was attacked by a 14-foot tiger shark while surfing off Kauai’s North Shore. The attack left Bethany with a severed left arm. Since losing her arm, Bethany’s story has been told in hundreds of media outlets and she has been recognized with numerous awards, public appearances, and various speaking engagements.

Just over a year after the attack she took 1st place in the Explorer Women’s division of the 2005 NSSA National Championships — winning her first National Title. In 2007, Bethany realized her dream and turned pro. Bethany has since participated in numerous ASP and World Tour Events with her major highlight being a second place finish in the ASP 2009 World Junior Championships.

Homemade Mango Ice Cream

Homemade Mango Ice cream

1 cup of frozen mango

Half a frozen banana

Dash of cinnamon

Place all of the above in a food processor or blender and add a little milk* at a time

while blending for thick creamy texture. Stop and stir around if need.

*Coconut milk or Almond milk

Top with your fave nut, dark chocolate chips, or fresh fruit …..I like walnuts(:

Serves two a healthy yummy desert!

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THIS HEALTH TIP WAS POSTED IN THE OCTOBER 2013 ISSUE OF “THE COCONUT WIRE” E-NEWSLETTER

Bridal Bootcamp SurfSet Workout with ZICO

This is a fun workout I did one day with my sponsor ZICO Coconut Water in preparation for my wedding day! The workout utilizes some of the principles of surfing: a strong core, balance, and endurance…

Teaming up with SurfSet and personal trainer to the stars, Andrea Orbeck, Bethany was able to try out and demonstrate a new twist on the pre-wedding boot camp – on Santa Monica Pier, no less! SurfSet workouts use an actual surfboard on land and are designed to engage your core and stabilizer muscles to give you that “surfer’s body”.

“Working out with Bethany on a beached yet wobbly surfboard was certainly challenging, and learning more about her story was beyond inspirational.” – Source: Grab Networks / WatchListNews.

“The workout uses an actual surfboard (on land) and is designed to engage your core and stabilizer muscles.” – Source: MyFoxLA.com

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THIS HEALTH TIP WAS POSTED IN THE SEPTEMBER 2013 ISSUE OF “THE COCONUT WIRE” E-NEWSLETTER

WEDDING EXCLUSIVE! – People Magazine

I’m excited to announce that I got married to an amazing man, Adam Dirks, on Sunday, August 18th, 2013! We did an exclusive wedding story with People Magazine. The article shares lots of fun wedding details and has some great pictures from our Big Day!!!!

To view the full story, you’ll have to pick up a copy of the September 2, 2013 issue from your local magazine vendor!

photo by Mike Larson/Getty Images

Check out the online articles about our wedding by People.com:

Bethany Hamilton Marries Adam Dirks

By SHEILA COSGROVE BAYLIS

08/19/2013 at 11:15 AM EDT

Bethany Hamilton’s Official Wedding Photo

By JOHNNY DODD

08/21/2013 at 10:00 AM EDT

Bethany Hamilton and Her New Husband Hit the Beach

By KATHY EHRICH DOWD

08/22/2013 at 05:00 PM EDT

All About Bethany Hamilton’s Emotional Wedding

By JOHNNY DODD

08/25/2013 at 10:05 AM EDT

Find Out What #MakesMeSmile—Live Damon® Smile Facebook Chat!

Find Out What #MakesMeSmile—Live Damon® Smile Facebook Chat!

Aloha! I’m excited to announce that I’m teaming up with my friends at Damon Smile for a Facebook takeover. And you’re invited! This Thursday, Aug. 8, 2013 at 3 p.m. PT, I’ll be running the Damon System Braces Facebook page for one hour to chat live with you about what makes me smile—from working out, to my Damon Smile and wedding planning. Join me on the Damon System Braces Facebook page—using event hashtag #MakesMeSmile—to ask me questions and share the things that keep you smiling through life’s challenges. See more details below!

If you’re not already a fan of the Damon System Braces Facebook page, “Like” them now and mark your calendar to join the #MakesMeSmile takeover. Can’t wait to chat with all of you!

• WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 8, 2013 at 3 p.m. PT

• WHERE: https://www.facebook.com/DamonSystemBraces

• HOW: It’s simple! Right at 3 p.m. PT, I’ll start chatting on the Damon System Braces Facebook page. Ask questions via my posts’ comment section and be sure to use the #MakesMeSmile hashtag

The Wallaby and Tips for Coffee Drinkers!

My favorite workout move lately- the Wallaby. Get in low squat position and do little jumps forward. Posture tips: Make sure your knees don’t lean in and keep them aligned with your hips. Hold core in and pull shoulders back. Hands forward for balance. Feel your muscles working and have fun!

Health Tip for Coffee Drinkers – If you love your coffee drinks, try to wean yourself off strong sugary coffee drinks. Try Almond Milk or Coconut Milk in your coffee (instead of Dairy, which is for baby cows, and Soy, which is highly processed).

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THIS HEALTH TIP WAS POSTED IN THE AUGUST 2013 ISSUE OF “THE COCONUT WIRE” E-NEWSLETTER