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Run Through the Ages
Convention wisdom—and research, for that matter—suggests that older runners suffer more pains and injuries than those people not pounding the pavement. But a recent study shows that charging hard into your golden years may actually reduce your risk of disability later in life.
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How to Outsmart Your Opponent in Tennis
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Voted annually as the Most Annoying Player in the universe, the human backboard has caused more men to want to quit the game. But it’s time for some revenge. Follow these tips from John Whitlinger, Stanford University men’s head tennis coach, and Mr. 20-Ball Rally might be forced to change his style.
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Snacks for the Course
To drive the ball farther and straighter, you need to work on more than your swing. What you eat on the course can have an impact on your game for better or worse, says Amanda Carlson-Phillips, director of performance nutrition at Athletes' Performance. By filling your golf bag with high-protein, high-fiber snacks, you'll maintain energy and focus needed to sink your putts when it counts. And by staying hydrated, you'll hit the ball strong and long till the end.
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Trust Your Senses on Race Day
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At your next running race, weasel your way up to the starting line before race time. That’s because the closer you are to the starter’s “go” signal, the quicker your initial strides will be, according to a new study in Physical Fitness and Performance.
Why It Works
Credit a louder signal for the fast start. The study authors discovered that a runner’s reaction times decreased, and their rate of acceleration increased, based on the intensity of the auditory jump-off. Use this auditory advantage to win at any age.
The Performance Life
Recovery Trip
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Preseason has started, and I’m about to die. I know students everywhere are facing the challenges of a new school year and new sports seasons, so I’ll write again soon about how I’m dealing with those challenges.
Well at Work
How to Create a Pull-Up Challenge in Your Office
Just another day at the office for the Core Performance team.
You don’t need a gym in your office to organize a fun fitness challenge. Pick up an inexpensive and portable door-mount pull-up bar and follow the steps below:
Play Better
Prevent Baseball Injuries
Reduce your risk for injury by paying extra attention to your hips, trunk, and shoulders, says Sue Falsone, head physical therapist for Athletes' Performance and the Los Angeles Dodgers. In this video, Falsone explains the challenges for baseball players and how a long term injury prevention plan can pay dividends on the field.
Recovery
Q&A: Alternative to Deadlifts
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Q: I have a hamstring injury and am trying to avoid any type of deadlift move. What can I due instead of deadlifts?
The Performance Life
Recovering From My Road Trip
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Our trip to South America has come to an end. The last days in Rio de Janeiro were beautiful—the Copa Cabana, Ipanema Beach, and the Christ the Redeemer statue were some of the most impressive things I have ever seen.
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