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Youth athletics is growing at a rapid pace. More and more travel leagues and advanced teams give skilled players the opportunity to improve their skills. But at what cost? A review by Brown University recently studied over 10,000 children and teens. Their conclusion – kids... READ MORE

Movement and physical activity can lead to happiness. Researchers have examined numerous studies and have determined a positive relationship between activity level and happiness. One of the studies showed a 1.4 and 1.5 increase in happiness among youth. The former increase coming... READ MORE

Foam rollers have been an amazing addition to the health and fitness world. They are inexpensive, easy to use, and help with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Foam rollers can also be used on vacation or business trips when you don’t have regular access to your... READ MORE

Running on the beach can be a lot of fun, at least for some. A couple of weeks ago I was in Florida on vacation with my family. My oldest daughter and I decided to go for a run on the beach. I typically run around the neighborhood in my Vibram FiveFinger shoes, so I figured a... READ MORE

Running injuries can lead to pain, lack of motivation, and change in personality. If you are a runner, then you love to run. Running is more than just exercise, it becomes a release of stress. It allows you to get inside of your head for a time while working up a great sweat. If... READ MORE