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The Performance Benefits of Flaxseed Oil
Have you ever had anyone tell you to add some flaxseed in your smoothies? Does it make you wonder, "What's so great about flaxseed?" The oil in...
‘Cycle of Lies’ Offers Definitive Account of Lance Armstrong’s Decline and Fall
Photo via Harper Collins Cycle of Lies: The Fall of Lance Armstrong, a soon-to-be-published book by New York Times reporter Juliet Macur, offers a definitive account of the [...]
Why Tony Kanaan Might Be the Fittest Athlete In Motorsports
On top of being one of the best drivers in IndyCar, Tony Kanaan might be one of the fittest athletes in the entire motorsports world. Kanaan is unmatched in his [...]
Ride for a Cause with Motocross Champion Ryan Dungey
Ever dream of training with a champion professional motocross racer? If you're in or around Woodbury, Minnesota on July 15, you can do just that while supporting a great cause [...]
Nike x Livestrong Holiday 2011 Collection Preview
Nike just released their 2011 Nike x Livestrong Holiday collection. Featuring several revamped favorites, the collection is now available in stores. Sales benefit seven-time Tour de France champion Lance Armstrong's [...]
Develop Rotational Power With Strong, Flexible Obliques
The oblique muscles create rotational force and assist with stabilization—vital for any athlete. Just ask the Cleveland Indians’ Travis Hafner, the Minnesota Twins’ Glen Perkins or the Atlanta Braves’ Brandon [...]
Stay Safe and Comfortable With Moisture-Wicking Clothing
Athletes in the know [like Dwight Howard, above] don't wear regular cotton T-shirts when they train. Instead, they sport moisture-wicking apparel, which keeps them dry and comfortable—and free to focus [...]
Sun Protection 101: The Value of Sunscreen for Athletes
Summer brings serious sun and heat, so if you’re planning to play or train outside, take along sunscreen. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tells us it takes just [...]
Learn to Breathe Properly and Boost Your Workout
The idea that many athletes need to learn to breathe properly might sound ridiculous at first. But many young athletes are breathing improperly during their workouts, thus failing to maximize [...]
Pick And Pass: Potato Chips
Potato chips are one of the most popular snacks in America. They’re also one of the most convenient, since you can find them in just about any vending machine. It’s [...]
