The many displays of the LED powered ball in Times Square, ready to ring in 2010.

I’ve spent some quality time with extended family, cleared away the sea of wrapping paper, and removed the be-dazzled dead pine tree from my house,  now it’s time to focus on what to improve in the New Year.  2009 has been a hard year for many, so there’s no better time to make some New Years Resolutions that will stick.  While many of us resolve to eat better, work out more or lose a few pounds, no matter your goal, check out these strategies to help turn your resolutions into reality.

Even top nutrition and fitness experts have changes they’d like to see in the new year.  Click here to  see what they hope to accomplish in 2010.  If you’re not a fitness expert yourself, it’s never too late to  start working out or revamp your fitness routine.  Of course when starting any new health regiment it’s a good idea to check with your doctor to make sure everything is on track,  but as a quick reference,  this exercise guide can suggest a  level of physical activity for any age.  If you’re already on a workout plan and looking to spice things up this article has great suggestions broken down by attribute.  For example, if you’re looking to improve agility and coordination, try the French Art of Movment called ‘Parkour’.

No matter your goals, we’re here to make sure you can bring  music with you, to help you stay motivated, healthy and happy in 2010.

Happy New Year from everyone at H2O Audio.

Large surf hit Maui’s North Shore on Christmas day bringing  surfers and spectators the gift of 30 – 40 foot waves.  While many beaches were closed due to the dangerous surf, the parking lots were packed with spectators  watching the teams of big wave riders that brought out their jet skis and tow boards. H2O Audio’s own Laird Hamilton was keeping his eye on the holiday gift from mother nature, while all of us here in San Diego enjoyed taking video with our new Capture cases in the solid overhead so-cal surf.

With 2010 fast approaching, it’s time to start working on your New Years Resolutions.  Whether you’d like to learn to Stand Up Paddle Surf, or even if you’re just aiming for better health, check out Laird’s Laws, 16 commandments for how to feel and perform better in life.

Check back with us later in the week for more advice from the professionals on how to make New Years Resolutions you can keep.

The sport of Triathlon is in the midst of a growth spurt.  With more people becoming health conscious and looking for new ways to stay active, the inherent cross-training and sense of accomplishment that comes from finishing a triathlon of any distance, has brought more and more people to the sport. 

The International Triathlon Union is calling this the best winter triathlon season ever with a calendar packed full of events.   Sadly, Triathlon Australia had to cancel their Challenge Series saying the events just weren’t “fiscally viable”, however this loss is balanced by the addition of India’s first International Triathlon, set for February of 2010.  

When any endurance sport collides with a busy lifestyle,  there is a danger of over training, but as long as you know the warning signs, it can be fun a rewarding to train for Triathlon.  So strap on your Amphibx, plug in your Surge Waterproof Headphones and get out there this winter.

Michael Phelps helped his American team trounce a European all-star team at the Duel in the Pool held in Manchester England this week.  The U.S. team won by a 185-78 margin on Saturday.  This is the last major meet before the Jan. 1 ban on high-tech polyurethane suits, and Phelps supported the ban by racing in an all textile jammer suit.  His disadvantage was apparent in his  individual races, but Phelps was still able to anchor the U.S. to victory in the 4×100-meter freestyle relay in a world-record time.  The Olympic Champion wasn’t the only one breaking World Records, get more times and the full results of the Duel in the Pool from Swimming World Magazine.

In more good news for American sports 10 Mainland American surfers have secured the right to surf amongst the top 45 for the 2010 ASP Dream Tour.  Among them are tour veterans Kelly Slater, brothers CJ and Damien Hobgood,  Bobby Martinez and Taylor Knox.  As well as the young talent of Dane Reynolds and another set of surfing kindred, Pat and Tanner Gudauskas.  Find the full line up of competitors in the 2010 ASP tour at ASPWorldTour.com

H2O Audio is  happy to announce the addition of celebrated triathletes, Greg and Laura Bennett to the H2O Audio team.  Known as fierce competitors, the tri-couple known as Team Bennett are leading multi-title winners on the Triathlon circuit: Laura was a Triathlon team member for the Beijing Olympic Games in 2008, and Greg holds the title of first Triathlete to win all 5 major Grand Slam events in 2007.

“I’ve used all types of headphones in my training, and none even come close to the Surge Pro’s sound quality and durability,” commented Laura Bennett.  “They fit perfectly, which means I don’t have to worry about my headphones falling out when transitioning between workouts in training.”  

The Bennetts will collaborate with H2O Audio’s research and development team to design select merchandise to better serve the triathlete market and further the company’s mission to deliver high-quality products that meet the needs of all athletes.