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Kevin Garnett lets his shoes do the trash-talking
by A Glam Slam
posted January 28, 2011 at 1:51am

The Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics have a long-standing NBA rivalry. In preparation for their match-up on Sunday, Celtics forward Kevin Garnett is letting his footwear do the trash-talking. Garnett's latest KG1 sneakers from ANTA feature a Celti...more

Oh the things we find online
by Girls Riders Organization, Inc.
posted January 18, 2011 at 12:07am

Click to dress your own “Crazy Skateboarder” ...more

12 new things to try in 2011
by Pretty Tough
posted January 13, 2011 at 8:08pm

Ready for a challenge? Why not try something new every month of this year? When the sun-baked summer days turn into winter’s muddy slog it can be difficult to find the inspiration to stay fit. So try shaking things up a bit and have a go at something d...more

WNBA players trash talk about NFL playoffs
by Jayda Evans: Womens Hoops Blog
posted January 13, 2011 at 5:10pm

Most Storm fans should know by now that free agent Swin Cash is a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan (enter groan here). The All-Star SF makes sure all know that frantic towel waving originates with the "Terrible Towels" and nowhere else. With the NFL playo...more

I must root for my better
by Draft Day Suit
posted January 12, 2011 at 1:08pm

My grandfather used to say, “If you can’t root for your own team, you must root for your better.” This is possibly the most painful piece of sage advice I’ve ever suffered through. Have you ever TRIED to root for your better? To root for the tea...more

Dude Looks Like a Lady: Nicolas Mahut's Tennis Dress
by A Glam Slam
posted January 11, 2011 at 9:26am

By now all tennis fans are familiar with the name Nicolas Mahut. The Frenchman was part of the longest tennis match in history when he competed against American, John Isner, at Wimbledon last year. Unfortunately for Mahut, he finished on the losing end of...more

Keeping Kids Hydrated for Winter Sports and a G2/Dick’s $50 GC Giveaway
by Sports Girls Play
posted January 4, 2011 at 11:33am

We always hear about the importance of keeping kids hydrated during the warm summer months, but it is just as important to keep kids hydrated during winter sports and even outdoor play during cold weather. According to youth sports parenting expert and M...more

Product Review and Another Contest!: Think Thin
by Endurance Meg
posted December 23, 2010 at 9:54am

After the Real World, Real Food challenge, I discovered that I can do a pretty decent job getting the good, filling food without the need for meat-based meals. Now, don’t get me wrong, I am not a vegan. I am not even contemplating going vegetarian! I li...more

Giveaway Number 4: Run Courage Necklace!
by Chic Runner
posted December 23, 2010 at 9:46am

The lucky Zensah Winners were comments number: Running Nicki won the sports bra and comment number 41 – Kim won the $50 gift card! Congrats guys! If you email me at [email protected], I will get you in touch with the right person for your prize....more

Introducing, Kitesocial – beyond the blog.
by Just Kite It
posted December 11, 2010 at 10:55am

When you’re on to something good, it is never a bed of roses. I started Just Kite It with Craig, a friend (fellow kiter from England), over a year ago with grand plans. We have the 102 + page wireframes to prove it and the many entries on the now defunc...more

Dear Santa (From an Athlete)
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted December 11, 2010 at 10:34am

Dear Santa, I know you busy at the North Pole. Besides checking all the good boys and girls lists you’re probably shoveling snow. Or do the elves do that? Anyway, I’m not your typical person. I like to sweat. I might not always be crazy about getting...more

Just a few of my favorite things
by Chic Runner
posted December 10, 2010 at 10:30am

I wanted to share a few of my favorite things with everyone on the lovely web. These are some of the things I SWEAR by when I run. Just a thought if you are making any last minute changes on your Christmas list. I got in a solid three miler this morning b...more

Want to Win a Pair of Kurus?
by womentalksports
posted December 9, 2010 at 1:08pm

Your feet are not flat. They're rounded in the heel, contoured in the arch, and uniquely shaped in the forefoot. What if there was an active shoe that actually custom molded to your unique foot? What if this technology offered you the phenomenal support ...more

The Endurance Meg Holiday Wish-List
by Endurance Meg
posted December 9, 2010 at 10:41am

The holidays are coming! Eek! My list hasn’t even been tackled yet. Double eek! If you are like me, you already know what to get your significant other who 1) likes to ride his bike, 2) is in grad school and 3) lives in a snowy, cold place. Ok, so I ha...more

December Giveaway Number 2: iFitness Belts!
by Chic Runner
posted December 8, 2010 at 3:01pm

Here we are, over a week into December and I’m already up to giveaway number 2! As promised, I’m happy to reveal the lucky winners of the Punk Rock Racing Giveaway are: Gray Cotton Tee: Leigh Pink Runner Runner Tee: Alex Unisex Punk Rock Racing Tee...more

They may have lost to in-state rival Louisville, but ...
by Swish Appeal
posted December 7, 2010 at 8:24pm

They may have lost to in-state rival Louisville, but I'm willing to bet Cards' coach Jeff Walz can't bust a move like Kentucky's Matthew Mitchell! ...more

Oh, the possibilities…+ win a Larabar gift
by Endurance Meg
posted December 3, 2010 at 5:09pm

It’s the 2nd of December. I feel like it should still be September. One of the unfortunate things about doing awesome things and having a great time is that time seriously flies by. In the last week, while exploring a new city, getting started at a new ...more

December Giveaway Number 1: Punk Rock RACING!
by Chic Runner
posted December 2, 2010 at 3:51pm

I ran about 2.5 miles this morning and I am still a little congested. :( I am hoping to run this race this weekend though, and it’s just a little 5k, but I’m going to be in Portland and I thought it would be fun! We’ll see how I feel when I get up t...more

Giveaway: Helly Hansen Baselayers
by Westbound Boarder
posted December 2, 2010 at 11:49am

So the snow has been falling all across the West, which to me, means only one thing…winter is unofficially here! What does that mean to all of you? Time to gear up…and what better way to do so than starting with the basics. We are talking baselayers h...more

Enter to Win a Social Media Makeover
by Run Girl Run
posted December 1, 2010 at 10:59pm

A few months ago I announced I'm speaking at this year's Fitbloggin' conference and now I some fun details for you about my presentation and how you can get involved. Katy and I will be talking about social media and how you can use it to be a more effic...more

Tony Hawk Shred for Wii Review & Giveaway
by Sports Girls Play
posted November 29, 2010 at 4:53pm

In the mood for skateboarding one moment and snowboarding the next? In the Tony Hawk Shred game for Wii – you can get big air and skate like the pros all from the comfort of your home! The new Tony Hawk Shred game for Wii uses a innovative, motion sensi...more

SRAM: The Bloopers
by Alison M. Starnes Blog
posted November 21, 2010 at 10:45am

For the SRAM commercials for the Tour of California, yours truly was featured. What I didn’t know was there was this “blooper” reel. It is pretty entertaining. Check out me, and some other pros like Phinney, Cancellera, and Schleck being quite...more

America's Favorite Past Time...
by Eat. Play. Love.
posted November 18, 2010 at 10:55pm

Swiss Karaoke!! This past week I’ve had a chance to enjoy some more Swiss culture. I guess I should start by talking about karaoke night. We all met at my coach’s house and engaged in a number of games, one of which was karaoke. First of all, I hav...more

Helena Long Scribbles
by SkaterGirl
posted November 17, 2010 at 11:19am

It’s great to see so many female skateboarders showing off their artistic and creative skills in other areas at the moment, whether it be art, photography, film, music or acting. This time it’s Helena Long (Rogue and Les Ettes rider) who is showcasing...more

Vote for the new Wonder Woman!
by Athletic Women Blog
posted November 17, 2010 at 10:46am

Finally it is time to ask, "Who should be Wonder Woman?" And to your left (also here) you'll see a fancy (garish?) new poll where you can respond with your vote. There are, to begin with, ten candidates from which to make your choice. These women are, in ...more

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