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Hanyu, Biles Named United States Sports Academy October Athletes of the Month
The most decorated gymnast in history and a global figure skating sensation have been named the United States Sports Academy’s male and female Athletes of the Month for October. American gymnast Simone Biles and Japanese superstar Yuzuru Hanyu took home the top honors for the month.
Hanyu won the Skate Canada men’s title by 59.82 points,
The United States Must Not Knowingly Traumatize Children
Top 10 Health Benefits of Martial Arts
martial arts as one of their first competitive sports/activities. Not only is it a great activity that keeps participants physically active, but it instills a
Is Child Marriage Still Happening? Know the Facts
Global rates of child marriage have declined over the years, but it remains a problem in every nation, including developed countries like the United States.
Simone Biles Has the Twisties. What Are They, and Why Are They So Dangerous?
“She is doing some of the most difficult skills in the entire world, and if you’re not mentally in a great place, or have the twisties, then that can be a matter or life or death,” says former Olympic gymnast Jordyn Wieber.
Are ballet dancers athletes?
A ballerina is a girl who floats around a stage wearing a white tutu looking pretty. How can that effort compare to an athlete? Well, I beg to differ.
How to Help Trans Children, According to Pediatricians
The American Academy of Pediatrics recently released a new policy statement about how to support children and teens who identify as transgender or who fall under an umbrella they call “gender diverse.”
National Bullying Prevention Month: Stand Up to Bullies on Unity Day
Kids can be cruel, and in the digital age, that cruelty can escalate to a whole new level with devastating consequences as children use not just physical force or ugly words, but also social media and cell phones in a …
The Benefits of Combat Sports |
More engaging than a gym membership, and more of a self-esteem boost than gym class, a combat sport could be just what you or your child’s life is missing.
4 Reasons Why Sled Training is Perfect for Athletes
Four good reasons why you should add sled drills to your athletic training regimen.
How to Collect a Mountain, According to World-Class Athletes
In a world with no more "firsts" left, do incredible athletic acheivements in the mountains lose their luster?
Why the Athlete Assistance Fund faces many challenges
The Athlete Assistance Fund was set up to help gymnasts who were sexually abused receive free, confidential counseling. But it faces many challenges gaining the trust of a skeptical public and abuse survivors.
Are your kids safe in team sports?
Experts say not all incidents of abuse by coaches are prevented with background checks, but screening is an important step to protecting children.
8 Essential Winter Sport Safety Tips for Every Athlete
Before you hit the slopes or step in the rink this winter, keep in mind these eight tips to help keep you safe and ready to take on the elements.
When You Understand What Happened to Simone Biles, It Makes Sense
There are things you can play through, and things you shouldn’t.
Why Simone Biles' withdrawing proves she's the GOAT
It takes more strength to throw off enormous expectations than it takes to live up to them.
What are the “twisties” and why did Simone Biles get them?
What is the twisties and why did Simone Biles have them?
‘The twisties’ threw Simone Biles off. But what are they?
Twisties can cause career-threatening injuries to athletes
Gymnast Simone Biles keeps rosary, a gift from her mom, close when she competes
I don't use it to pray before a competition. I'll just pray normally to myself, but I have it there in case."
7 Health Benefits of Skating Sports
Whether you like to rollerblade, roller skate, or ice skate–the news is good! Skating has many health and fitness benefits to keep you in shape and feeling great. And in ...
Alexander Technique: what it is and how it can help athletes
Elizabeth Dodgson explains how the Alexander Technique can help triathletes get faster, perform more efficiently and reduce the likelihood of injury
