If you're new to running, you probably have a thousand questions. Get the basics down and you'll learn as you go.

Kickboxing is a martial art based on kicking and punching that has been divided into two distinct styles: Japanese and American. Although the term "kickboxing" usually refers to Japanese or American styles, the word also encapsulates all stand-up combat sports that allow both punching and kicking, such as Muay Thai.

Body types can, to a certain degree, determine your running ability and can serve as an indicator of the type of running at which you may excel. In general, distance runners are short and light, while sprinters can be tall and bulky.

No one knows better the psychic toll of failure than professional athletes. As experts in the field of sports excellence, Venus Williams, Babe Ruth, Muhammad Ali and athletic stars like them impart inspirational words about having a healthy attitude toward winning and the lessons they learned from losing.

Some runners hate to be stuck inside on a treadmill, especially when there’s beautiful weather and great terrain available outside. Other runners appreciate the convenience of hopping onto a treadmill and getting their workout in without having to consider routes or weather. But which one is better?

Michael Phelps, Simone Biles, and other U.S. Olympians show off their skills in these amazing performances you may have missed.

The eight annual Body Issue features NFL player Von Miller; surfer Courtney Conlogue, MLB's Jake Arrieta, UFC champ Conor McGregor and 15 others.

Sports can be a great way to get and stay fit, let off steam or provide an outlet for your competitive spirit. Whatever your height, weight or build, there is probably a sport for you. Some sports, such as football and rugby, involve physical contact.

Winning a game of table tennis requires more than quick reflexes -- you also have to control the ping-pong ball, and that takes good tack. Tack refers to the stickiness of the rubber covering both flat faces of the paddle.

Visual perceptual and fine motor skills are essential to early child development.

If you are a beginner golfer or are buying clubs for a beginner, you don't need to invest in a set with the maximum of 14 clubs. Beginners don't notice a lot of difference in the distance they hit each club, because they haven't learned to hit them consistently in the center of the club face and with a proper swing.

When a flip-flop goes rogue, accidents can happen. If your foot slips out of this summer shoe or if you turn an ankle, you could end up with a foot or ankle injury. Despite the potential risks, this open sandal continues to be a summer favorite.