Have you ever noticed how easy it is to talk yourself out of exercise? All it takes is one, “I’m tired,” “I’m busy,” or even “The weather is bad” and all of a sudden we’ve spent the entire weekend binge watching Netflix and finishing off...
Americans are paying the price for a sedentary lifestyle. Research has linked sitting for a long period of time with a number of health concerns including obesity, increased blood sugar, increased blood pressure, excess body fat around the waist, abnormal cholesterol levels, and an increased...
Cheerleading requires precision, teamwork, intricate skill and balance, making it a very popular competitive sport. It’s a great group sport and a great way to stay fit, but it’s also risky, which is why it's important to know the proper cheerleading safety guidelines. While common...
Did you know that women are eight times more likely to suffer an ACL injury than men? The ACL is a tough band of tissue that joins the thigh and shin bone together. It runs diagonally along the inside of the knee giving it stability....
Running is increasingly becoming one of America’s most popular sports. From 1990-2013, the number of runners who completed races grew an amazing 300% reaching an all time high in 2013 and keeping steady with 8.3 million people finishing 5K’s in 2014. This is probably because running...
Considering we use our feet to walk, healthy feet are among our most important assets. Wearing proper athletic shoes can help prevent a multitude of exercise-related issues, like tendinitis or sore heels. Not only that, proper footwear can improve comfort and performance. So what shoes...
We are huge advocates of exercise. It is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, but, like anything in life, it can be taken too far. Throughout college, I had many friends who were avid gym attendees. They were determined to not gain the dreaded freshman...
Who doesn’t love riding bikes? Our childhood memories are filled with scenes of blurred landscapes, spinning wheels, blowing hair, and laughter. All of which happen in the seat of a bike. But times and bikes have changed since our youth, so when you go to...
We know spring is the time people love to sign up for races because the weather is almost perfect. For those searching for the perfect race, check out the ones below. Run to Rescue Oxford, MS April 7, 6:00 PM https://runtorescueolemiss.wordpress.com/ Color Vibe Run Tupelo, MS April 11, 9:00 AM http://www.thecolorvibe.com/tupelo.php# Spring Into Action...
All Star cheerleading competitions and gyms have boomed in the last 20 years offering girls (and guys) unique opportunities to show their spirit and athleticism. However, every sport comes distinct dangers to your health. Whether they are competing with an All-Star team or supporting their...