Sports & Fitness: Performance Training, Rules & Recovery

Elite athletic performance and general fitness are sustained through structured hypertrophy strategies, sport-specific conditioning, and rigorous adherence to injury prevention protocols.

Young woman cycling through field

Proper Angle for Bicycle Seats

As one of the few areas where your body and bicycle come in contact, your bicycle seat, also known as a saddle, can have a large impact on your comfort while riding.

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Stepper Vs. Elliptical

At first glance, a stair-stepping machine and an elliptical trainer appear to be very similar. The foot platforms on these machines are used in very different ways and provide you with different types of workouts.

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Volleyball Facilities & Equipment

Volleyball was invented in 1895 by William G. Morgan as a less-strenuous alternative to basketball for middle-aged men. The sport began as a loose conglomeration of several other sports, incorporating equipment and ideas from badminton, tennis and basketball.

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Treadmill Rehabilitation

How to Troubleshoot a True 500 Treadmill

The discontinued True 500 Series treadmill is recognized for its quality and value when compared to other treadmills in the True lineup, according to TreadmillTips.com. True treadmills are often renowned for their high-quality belts and quiet running motors.

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Does Stretching Help Muscle Growth?

According to the American Council on Exercise, stretching is an integral component of fitness and should be a part of any workout program. The act of stretching elongates muscles and increases the body’s range of motion. Additionally, scientific research indicates that stretching encourages muscle growth.

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Problems With the Bowflex Tread Climber

Bowflex TreadClimbers are a combination treadmill, stair stepper and elliptical machine that delivers the health benefits of all three though two independently operating walking belts.

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How to Fix Rubbing Disc Brakes on a Bike

Disc brakes have become widely used for mountain biking because they provide effective stopping power in wet conditions. Unlike rubber pad brakes that provide friction against the rim of the wheel, disc brakes press ceramic or metal pads against a hardened-steel rotor to stop, which prevents brake slippage.

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