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Brianna Glenn on Forms of Torture
by My so-called FABULOUS life: Brianna Glenn
posted January 11, 2012 at 2:15pm

Yesterday I was proud of myself for doing something I hardly ever do. I quit. A workout, that is. I just stopped midway through, walked back to my bag and took off my spikes, then marched myself right into the training room. You would think this would...more

7 Winter Running Tips and Gear Recommendations
by smartrunner
posted January 10, 2012 at 9:29pm

Running Outside in the Winter Tips on Running and Gear Well it certainly has not been much of a typical winter here in Chicago……we have been fortunate to have almost no snow (barely an inch) and warm days.  If you run  in the lat...more

The Truth About Soy
by Performance Nutrition
posted January 9, 2012 at 1:43am

By: Sara Shipley, University of Central Oklahoma nutrition student I have recently been working with a young woman who has decided to take up a vegetarian diet, for personal reasons. Interestingly, when we came to the topic of dairy, she waivered, but ...more

Ban Checking in Male Hockey
by One Sport Voice
posted January 8, 2012 at 12:59am

It is time to ban checking in boy’s and men’s hockey, not just raise the checking age, but get rid of it altogether. I know this won’t be a popular idea. Raising the checking age in boys’ hockey hasn’t been popular either, b...more

Do Rituals Really Help Athletes
by Loren Fogelman
posted January 6, 2012 at 3:41pm

Athletes and rituals go hand in hand. They offer familiarity and comfort....more

Are Athletes Protected Enough?
by Loren Fogelman
posted January 6, 2012 at 1:17am

What’s the downside to being an athlete? Should athletes be educated about the possible long term impact their sport could have on their body as well as quality of life down the road? And whose responsibility is it anyway?...more

Venus & Serena Williams Switch to Raw Diet in 2012
by Pretty Tough
posted January 5, 2012 at 8:03am

As part of a New Year’s resolution, celebrity athlete Venus Williams is switching to a raw food diet to help improve her health. Her sister Serena has shown her support by joining Venus in the diet. After dropping out of the U.S. Open last summer, ...more

New Year's Resolutions within Women's Sport
by Inspiring Sports Women
posted January 3, 2012 at 9:45pm

I just heard a medical expert on the radio here in Dublin telling us that giving up alcohol or ...(fill in with your choice of vice) for one month isn't enough - you need to change your approach during the whole year. Well, duh! Now if only it were as eas...more

Changing My Mind About Checking
by The First Line
posted January 2, 2012 at 7:33pm

Even six months ago it seemed impossible that this day would come.  I have always been a staunch supporter of checking as an essential part of the game.  I have written at length (some would say ad nauseum) about the double standard that prevail...more

New year? New Musica!
by Chic Runner
posted January 2, 2012 at 7:20pm

I have been listening to a bunch of new jams lately, and thought others might want to join in on the gloriousness that is new music. Sadly, I must admit that I truly am loving Selena Gomez ‘Love you like a Love Song‘. What am I 12? Gross that...more

The Worst Diets of 2011
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted January 1, 2012 at 1:38am

I can’t let 2011 go without ranting about some of the most absurd diet scams of the year. If you know me at all you know I loathe diets. How is it legal for companies to profit off of lies? They promise weight loss and health. Being thin and losing ...more

An Unexpected New Year’s Resolution
by Performance Nutrition
posted January 1, 2012 at 1:36am

By Sara Shipley, RD-to be, Nutrition Student at the University of Central Oklahoma Yes, it’s that time again and the thought has probably crossed your mind as 2011 comes to a close. The annual New Year’s resolution. And, according to many pop...more

Best New Year’s Resolution: Ditch Dieting!
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted December 30, 2011 at 9:23pm

What kind of new year’s resolution have you made for 2012? Odds are at least one of them has to do with losing weight. Unfortunately, as many people have found over the years, this strategy does not work. Research has shown that diets don’t w...more

These Shoes Are Made For Walking
by Run Girl Run
posted December 29, 2011 at 9:08pm

One of the things I love about living in Washington D.C. is that I can walk almost every where I need to go. But all the walking around I do kind of limits my footwear options. When I'm walking blocks and blocks to get places, I'd much rather be in com...more

Facing the Nutrition Facts
by Performance Nutrition
posted December 28, 2011 at 11:46pm

Sara Shipley, Nutrition student at the University of Central Oklahoma When you grocery shop, do you bother to read nutrition facts? When you scan the labels- what exactly are you looking to find? Total Calories? Grams of Protein, Fat, Carbohydrates or So...more

Need To Work Off Holiday Meals – Grab Your Skateboard To Workout
by Girls Riders Organization, Inc.
posted December 28, 2011 at 1:54pm

Skateboards are useful in so many ways beyond just riding. Seats, moving things and now gym like workouts. Parents, another reason to make sure you always have a skateboard in the house! ...more

Benefits Of Being Active
by CPS8910
posted December 26, 2011 at 8:45pm

Benefits of Being Active In this blog, Dr. Mary Gavin give some practical advise when it comes understanding where your children are on the activity spectrum.  Getting up and getting moving would be a perfect New Years Resolution for your family!...more

Do Athletes Continue Competing Through Illness?
by Loren Fogelman
posted December 22, 2011 at 2:06pm

Getting sick is never convenient. Athletes pride themselves on being healthy and fit. Aside from injury, dealing with the flu or a cold can be frustrating prior to an important competition....more

Performance Nutrition: Recipe for Black Bean & Corn Stuffed Peppers
by Performance Nutrition
posted December 21, 2011 at 8:47pm

If you are looking for a delicious, yet nutritious appetizer for your next holiday party, check out these black bean and corn stuffed peppers.  They take little prep time and are full of healthy whole grains, fiber, nutrients and antioxidants. Plus, ...more

Dear Life Time Fitness, How About Some Gender Equity?
by One Sport Voice
posted December 20, 2011 at 2:19pm

Dear Life Time Fitness in St. Louis Park, MN: On behalf of all your paying female members, I hope you will consider finding space for building a “Women’s EXECUTIVE Locker Room” at your St. Louis Park location. I might have missed it whi...more

The Women Talk Sports Holiday Gift Guide
by anngaff
posted December 15, 2011 at 10:13am

It's not too late to get someone the best gift ever. To help you out, we put together a list of the most sought-after gifts for the women's sports fan in your life. 'Tis the season! In no particular order... WPS Tickets Got soccer? Yes we do, thankfu...more

Last-Minute Gift Ideas For Fitness Fanatics
by Run Girl Run
posted December 15, 2011 at 1:55am

Normally I'm really on top of all my Christmas shopping and have everything done way ahead of time. Last year I had all my Christmas presents taken care of before Thanksgiving (New record!). This year, not so much. As I've been trolling the Interwebz try...more

The Dilemma of Finding Girls Athletic Wear & Shoes
by CPS8910
posted December 14, 2011 at 2:15am

The Dilemma of Finding Girls Athletic wear and Shoes Here we go again.  Time to buy my daughter’s some basketball shoes.  While I was in the mall, I walked into a chain retailer that sells athletic wear, as well as, shoes.  I looke...more

'Chicks Play Sports' Program Provides Unique Educational Opportunities Through Sport & Physical Activity
by CPS8910
posted December 14, 2011 at 2:12am

CPSINC, Chicks Play Sports newest adventure Recently, CPSINC began it’s inaugural group.  Manitou Middle School, along with Partner’s for Healthy Choices, has been gracious enough to allow CPSINC into their school.  CPSINC began w...more

Elite Athletes Possess a Strong Winning Vision
by Loren Fogelman
posted December 8, 2011 at 4:08pm

Many stories exist about athletes sitting on the bench, waiting for their turn to play. When you’re in the back-up position behind a superstar favorite on your team, patience is a necessity....more

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