Articles related to "Sports Athletes"

Warmer weather is here across much of the country. Spring is the perfect time to get outside and get active. So join a team , have some fun and get healthier.

Today in sports, athletes are under a lot of pressure to gain an edge due to the level of competition. Athletes are turning to substances to gain that edge.

There is a link between eating and weight disorders in sports athletes. It seems that joint pain and stress fractures are more common in those with anorexia or bulimia.

Shriver's devotion and passion to the Special Olympics made a difference in millions of lives which would otherwise be ignored.

Hikers, wilderness backpackers, alpine climbers and multi sport athletes active in wet environments are susceptible to trench foot which can cause nerve damage.

Was NBA superstar Michael Jordan good enough to play professional baseball? Fifteen years ago this fall, he tested his skills in the Arizona Fall League to mixed reviews.

Recreation sport, exercise workout programs and competitive sport in all sports is for all ages. Masters Games organisations promote and support mature age athletes.

Eating disorders can be devastating for everyone around the individual who suffers with the illness. Unfortunately it's becoming more common, especially with athletes.

From players in the NHL to hosts of morning shows, Canadian adoptees are talented athletes, actors and artists who are famous throughout North America.

The L.A. marathon, beyond its show of elite athleticism also sheds light on the diversity of the city, and is an example of how the city can come together.

Vancouver is offering spa packages and cocktails for Vancouver 2010 Olympics-themed inspiration. See Yew Restaurant + Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel, Vida Spa & Skoah Spa.

Find out the venues in Vancouver, Whistler, Richmond and Cypress Mountain for the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

Professional athletes use visualization to improve win their game. You can use it to improve your skiing and snowboarding skills.

What determines if a sport is an extreme sport? Extreme sports evolved from their traditional counterparts. But an entire extreme culture separates the two.

The 2008 ESPY's are just weeks away and some of the top athletes in action sports have been nominated. Among them are Olympic and X Games medalists and WorldChampions.

Criteria to return athletes to competition are no longer based on the athlete's subjective response to questions. A graduated return to play is now recommended.

Women are proving that they can not only participate in action sports, but they can band together to help shape the evolution of extreme sports.

Skate longboards vary greatly in size, shape, and usage. Whether it's carving, downhill, commuting, park, or just noodling around town, there's a board for every purpose.

This years Dew Tour is set to roll. This year the tour offers a few changes with the same exciting action.

Sports at the Division III level offer key advantages over athletics found at Division I and Division II schools, yet are often overlooked by college bound athletes.

The Asian X Games will be held in China for the first time in X Games history. What can you expect and who will be there?

Looking for a great present for the active person for under $25.00? Find inexpensive gifts this Christmas for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts.

Numerous job opportunities are available for people interested in organizing strategies for fitness and nutrition for sports athletes.

Olympic weightlifting might be the most widely misunderstood sport. Most people guess the sport involves free weights, but they often confuse the sport with powerlifting.

The X Games were created to provide an Olympic-like forum for a new generation of athletes. The 2006 X Games are only months away. Here is a quick look at the X Games

New research indicates that recurrent concussions may have permanent and long-lasting damage for athletes. More research is needed.

Most of post-World War II America was ready for the national pastime to become an equal opportunity employer. It took a special player to defeat the die-hard opposition.

Kids like to learn and explore, and tweens are no different when it comes to that. Read reviews of some popular kids magazines that spark interest in kids.

A closer look at the American illustrator and artist, Leroy Neiman, perhaps best known for his work in Playboy magazine.

Studying math, literacy, drama and research through the theme of the winter Olympics will bring fun and excitement into grades 3 to 6 classrooms.

Jonathan Eig's Opening Day delves into all that was behind Jackie Robinson's breaking of the color barrier in Major League Baseball's 1947 season.

The best of who's left. The remaining free agents NHL teams will chase after in the weeks ahead as training camp looms.

The area north of Lake Tahoe around Donner Pass has been a skier's paradise for decades. Its smaller ski resorts make it ideal for families.