Shaving: some athletes shave their faces to uphold a philosophy of “look good, feel good, play good.” Some shave their heads to become more aerodynamic. Some shave to prepare an area of the body for the application of athletic tape....
“I want to be remembered as the guy who gave his all whenever he was on the field.”
—Walter Payton, NFL Hall-of-Fame Running Back
How you play the game defines you as an athlete. Win or lose, those who sacrifice their bodies...
Contacting college coaches is a key part of executing a proactive recruiting process. In addition, staying in touch with teammates outside the locker room is essential for building strong relationships. Both are difficult to do if you have an unreliable...
At this year's NFL Combine, top collegiate football players showcased their skills and talents for the benefit of professional coaches and scouts.
A talented new performer this year—prominent and surprising to many observers—was Under Armour’s prototype compression shirt, the E39, which...
Attention pitchers and hitters: Sony’s MLB 11: The Show and 2K Sports’ MLB 2K11 will prep your mindset as you gear up for the season.
MLB 11: The Show: Mauer’s back with a new look
Minnesota Twins homegrown All-Star catcher Joe Mauer...
If your crew isn’t down with your tune selections in the locker room, throw on some headphones and plug in one of these top MP3 players.
Apple iPod nano 16GB, $180, apple.com
Features: Holds up to 4,000 songs. Small enough to clip...
It’s hard not to feel tired and rundown during the winter in northern climates, especially since it’s dark when you get up for school and come home after practice. But you can beat the winter blues and stay motivated by...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the common cold is the most-frequently occurring illness in the world. It leads to approximately 22 million school absences per year.
Colds are caused by viruses that spread from person to person...
A cold, wet head is a perfect target for an airborne virus to attack and sideline you with illness. Help prevent a midseason cold by keeping your dome warm and dry when the mercury drops. Check out the following top-rated...
Halftime allows you to regroup and refuel. Use the time to replenish your body with simple carbs and crucial electrolytes, especially sodium, so you can avoid the dreaded second-half slump.
"During training and competition, it's a good idea for athletes to...
