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Is it Safe to Run After a Head Injury? 5 Things You Should Know

Published on September 20, 2023

Suffering a head injury can be quite a setback. If you’re someone who loves to run, the puzzling question is whether or not it is safe to hit the pavement again.

But that’s a query that carries a multitude of considerations. In this article, we will explore several things you need to know when deciding whether it is safe to start running again after a head injury. Continue Reading →

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Training from the Inside Out: How New Cellular Supplements Enhance Marathon Runners’ Performance

Published on April 24, 2024
In recent years, a groundbreaking trend has emerged in the world of endurance sports: cellular supplements.

Research indicates that these innovative compounds optimize cellular function, potentially unlocking untapped reserves of energy and endurance from the inside out. If this is what you’re striving for, take a closer look at the science behind cellular supplements and their potential to revolutionize your performance. Continue Reading →

5 Types of Insurance An Athlete In Extreme Sports Must Consider

Published on August 15th 2022

There’s a high need for extreme sports athletes to have their insurance. As a fan, you witness them compete and do amazing tricks during their games, but it puts them at many risks for the athletes.

Having insurance could benefit not only the athletes but their equipment. For instance, your bike was severely damaged during a motorbike race and needed fixing. You wouldn’t worry much about how to get it fixed because you could get an insurance plan that could cover this kind of repair. Continue Reading →

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The Impact of Social Media on the Sports Industry

Once social media had hit the scene and started circulating the world, the sports industry has never been the same. Is it good or bad? That depends, but the fact is that social media channels now have an enormous effect on what’s happening in any kind of sport, be it running, football, or tennis. Some of those changes are positive, while others negatively influence sports culture. Let’s look at social media and its impact on the sports industry in a broader scope. Continue Reading →

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Exercises to Increase Your Stamina

Whether you’ve recently taken up running to get into shape or are a seasoned marathon runner, building up your stamina should be one of your fitness goals. Increasing your stamina will help you run further and improve your day-to-day life as you’ll have more energy to get through everything you need to do, even with a packed schedule. Continue Reading →

1000 Miles: Reflections on a Challenging Year

I just reached the 1000-mile mark last weekend. This alone is a miracle for me, even though I have reached the milestone several times before.

2021 came for me with many challenges that go beyond the Covid pandemic completing its second year. I faced serious health challenges that, held by the hand of the Lord and with the support of my wife, family, and friends, I have been able to overcome. It has been quite a journey.

On June 23 I underwent open-heart surgery after two years of trying to manage the issue. My arteries had a wiring problem since birth that suddenly, at age 53 and having been active all my life, started becoming an issue. I also got a coronary artery by-pass. Continue Reading →

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How to Maintain a Healthy Immune System While Training for a Marathon

It is no secret that training for a marathon is no walk in the park. It takes a significant amount of time, discipline, and effort to be successful at marathon training. The amount of preparation it takes to train for a marathon can certainly take a toll on your body which is why many are concerned about maintaining their immune system while going through their training program. So, how does one stay healthy throughout such a grueling process? This article will provide some tips and tricks that help even the most seasoned runners reach the finish line of their training program. Continue Reading →

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Benefits of CBD for Professional Action-Sport Athletes

Many professional athletes, from soccer legend Megan Rapinoe to extreme surfer Albee Layer, use CBD for its purported health benefits.

Numerous medical studies have highlighted CBD’s impact on pain, inflammation, anxiety, focus, and even energy.

Because of this, it’s no surprise that many extreme-sport athletes are curious about how useful CBD may be for both training and competition recovery. But how much do we really know about this compound? Continue Reading →

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Are Endurance Athletes More Prone to Oxidative Stress?

If there’s one thing any endurance athlete knows, it’s that proper oxygenation is key to performance. Whether you run, bike, swim or are fond of combining all three, breathing is at the heart of training and execution. The name of the game is maintaining your target heart rate, to keep blood pumping and to ensure your body gets the oxygen it needs to keep you moving at peak performance. Continue Reading →

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