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Joseph Arlauckas

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Published: 24 August 2013
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Joseph Arlauckas

Position: Power forward

Former professional player in USA for Sacramento

 
 

Former USA professional basketball player Joseph Arlauckas was described during his career as a natural-born offensive player by a teammate and by one of his coaches as a killer in the most positive sense of the word – both comments are a testament to his skill at the game.

1. Describe yourself in 3 words?

Kind, happy, positive

2. How do you stay healthy and fit with your busy schedule?

I try and workout as much as possible, about 3 to 4 times a week. I like to be in the gym and workout in high intensity type workouts to control my weight and stay toned as much as possible.

3. What was the greatest challenge you faced at Real Madrid?

Joining a team that was only focused on winning championships and titles. I had to adjust my game to players around me for the best overall results of the team and not just myself.

4. What was your best moment at Real Madrid?

Winning the Euroleague title and enjoying the title with my teammates.

5. Have you been to the UAE?

I have never been and am really look forward to visiting. I love to visit and meet new people when going to places. I think the people you meet tell you a lot about the type of country you are visiting.

6. What is your secret weapon on the basketball court?

Besides my vision of the game, it is my jump shot, especially my turn around fade away from the corners.

7. What is your number one workout tip?

Always go to the gym with a plan, know what you’re doing before you get there and get it done.

8. If we came to your house for dinner, what would you prepare for us?

A nice salad and big steak cooked on the grill and tiramisu for dessert.

9. What advice would you give to kids about achieving their goals?

Find something you like and put all your time and effort into it. Become the best at what you choose and always stay confident while trying to achieve the goals you have set for yourself.

10. If you could pick one highlight of your career, what would it be?

My best highlights were my dunks in fast breaks and over people. My very best highlight was winning the Euroleague and having my son on the court with me to celebrate - a memory I will always cherish.

Health and Fitness Questionnaire

Test your health & fitness knowledge for a chance to win a pair of tickets to the Kobe Bryant Health & Fitness weekend celebrity basketball game in support of diabetes awareness

1. What basic activities can you do to incorporate fitness into your lifestyle?

  • Take the stairs instead of elevator/escalator
  • Replace French fries with a salad when eating out
  • Do sit-ups, push-ups, or stretch during commercial breaks of your favourite TV shows
  • All of the above

2. Out of the below options, which one is not a good idea if you want to maintain a proper diet?

  • Plan your meals ahead of time
  • When eating out choose foods which are baked, grilled, broiled, steamed or poached
  • Skip breakfast in order to maintain your weight
  • Eat smaller meal portions and eliminate sodas and sugary drinks from diet

3. What is the most effective way to approach a new diet regime?

  • Set a realistic goal for yourself weight wise
  • Incorporate exercise into your dieting regime
  • Throw away junk food and replace with healthy snacks
  • All of the above are effective ways to approach a new diet regime

4. How much time spent walking does it take to burn off a regular can of soda?

  • 10 minutes
  • 20 minutes
  • 30 minutes
  • 50 minutes

5. What is not a benefit of exercise?

  • Conservation of your energy level
  • Lowers your risk for serious health problems
  • Endorphins released put you in a good mood
  • Gives you more energy throughout the day

6. Type two diabetes can be managed and even prevented by which of the following?

  • Maintaining a healthy body weight
  • Maintaining a balanced diet
  • Taking a 30 minute walk a day
  • All of the above

7. How many people worldwide are living with diabetes?

  • 50 million
  • 120 million
  • 260 million
  • 370 million

8. What is the percentage of people who are living with diabetes and are unaware of it?

  • 10%
  • 30%
  • 50%
  • 80%

9. What are the factors that contribute to developing diabetes?

  • Being overweight or obese
  • Having a history of diabetes in one's family
  • Leading an inactive lifestyle
  • All of the above

10. What percentage of the adult population in the United Arab Emirates are living with diabetes?

  • 4.2%
  • 12.5%
  • 18.9%
  • 40.7%

Thank you for taking the quiz. We hope you learned some new ways to incorporate a healthy lifestyle into your daily routine, and ways to reduce the risk of getting diabetes. 10 winners will be chosen randomly and announced on the website on 22nd September 2013. Good Luck!

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