Crested Butte Thanksgiving
My twins are at ski camp right on that hill in the photo racing giant slalom, I’m cooking thanksgiving dinner for the head coach and a World Cup hopeful, and the snow is coming down. What could be better?
Early Spinning!
I can’t think of a better way to start the day than a 5:30am spin class!
Concussion Prevention in Soccer
I think this is a great move as it isn’t the head hitting the ball, it is two players going for the same ball and colliding. This may end up changing the game of soccer going forward, but if it prevents head injuries then it is well worth it. U.S. Soccer Announces Concussion Plan […]
Wall Street Journal – Avoiding Running Injuries
How to avoid injuries, knee pain and foot problems when you run: Experts are turning more to a tool that precisely spots stride problems and stops joint pain and injury. Source: on.wsj.com/1qq4KZi
Runners in the NYC Marathon
This is an inspiring story. Watch What Runners Do When Wheelchair Breaks Mid-Marathon in NYC If it weren’t for strangers, and the determination of these brothers, a broken wheel would have ended their NYC marathon race. Source: www.goodnewsnetwork.org/watch-what-runners-do-when-mans-wheelchair-breaks-mid-marathon-in-nyc/
HSS Bone Quiz
Take this quiz! HSS Bone Quiz – HSS Playbook Source: www.hss.edu/playbook/hss-bone-quiz/
Caring for Young Female Athletes
Sadly this isn’t anything new. Everyone needs to eat enough to meet the demands of their lifestyle, and this is especially true for athletes. The female athletic triad has had many names over the years; the most important aspect of it is recognition. Once it is identified then it can be treated. Treatment isn’t complicated, […]
Lifting Weights Twice a Week
Yet another reason to lift weights! Lifting light weights twice a week slowed down memory loss and improved gait in this study. Lifting Weights, Twice a Week, May Aid the Brain – NYTimes.com Source: mobile.nytimes.com/blogs/well/2015/10/21/lifting-weights-twice-a-week-may-aid-the-brain/