The Incredible Journey of Amputee Triathlete Sarah Reinertsen
STACK had the privilege of spending a day with world-renowned triathlete Sarah Reinertsen in her home town of San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Sarah was born with a condition called proximal [...]
Maintaining Perspective With U.S. Triathlete and Olympian Gwen Jorgensen
U.S. Triathlon team member Gwen Jorgensen has a simple philosophy: "there is more to life than sports." It's a surprising attitude for any athlete, but particularly shocking coming from an [...]
STACK Gets an Inside Look at Ironman Chris McCormack's Training
Today, the STACK Team is following Chris “Macca” McCormack through a training session at Crunch Fitness in New York City. Recently dubbed the “World’s Best Athlete” by Forbes, Macca is [...]
Under Pressure
They say diamonds last forever — and that may not be too far from the truth. Look no farther than this highly prized non-metal for an excellent example of resilience under [...]
Magnesium Guide for Athletes: What You Should Know
Ask a handful of athletes about supplements; they'll probably wax poetic over caffeine and protein powder. Perhaps some will even acknowledge the benefits of creatine and fish oil. Alternatively, bring [...]
The Signs and Symptoms of SAD On Athletes
For many athletes, the winter season means managing physical and, sometimes mental challenges.
The Different “Windows Of Opportunity” In Youth Sports
As humans, we all operate twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, so long as we are lucky enough to be on this earth. In athletics, however, the same [...]
2 Simple Tips That Will Improve Your Open Water Swim
Triathletes and open water swimmers are gleefully donning their light-colored swim caps and amber-lens goggles for one of their favorite times of year:...
How CBD Affects Performance Athletes
Cannabinoids, Better Known As CBD
Why the Humble PB&J Sandwich Is the Most Popular Pre-Game Snack in All of Pro Sports
The humble peanut butter and jelly combination is having a moment in the sun. In a recent issue of ESPN The Magazine, Baxter Holmes wrote a fascinating feature about how [...]