A big thank you to Ken Stone of MastersTrack.com for pointing this out to me. I love it when Science & Technology meets Track & Field. The High Jump Resource Center belongs to Todd Acheson, a two-time NCAA DIV II All-American in the High Jump. I discussed Baseball’s circular path … [Read more...] about High Jump On-line Calculator
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Vern Gambetta’s Reading List
This is part one of a series entitled, What’s on Your Bookshelf? I’m always inspired by someone else’s reading list. Or Bookshelf. Have you ever watched a comedy movie with a group of people? Do you notice how some people laugh at certain scenes, while others laugh at other scenes? … [Read more...] about Vern Gambetta’s Reading List
The “Wondershirt” – Men’s Compression Shirts
Jimson’s Note: If you think the men’s compression shorts were popular, take a look at this new product. Press Release: Looking for the ultimate gift for your man this season? Normally a gift of underwear would be considered uninspired, but not if it is Equmen Core Precision … [Read more...] about The “Wondershirt” – Men’s Compression Shirts
Colin Powell on Leadership Video
I am in San Francisco for a Technology conference and I had the pleasure to attend a one hour live session with Gen. Colin Powell (ret). 19,000 attendees for the conference and only 8000 seats. I was one of the lucky ones. Who the heck is Colin Powell? Colin Powell needs no … [Read more...] about Colin Powell on Leadership Video
Nike and Native Americans: The N7 Collection
NOTE: In Canada, we use the term First Nations instead of Native Americans. BEAVERTON, Ore. -- This weekend Nike (NYSE:NKE) will debut the Nike N7 Collection, a select range of performance footwear designed with the environment and the future of Native American communities in mind. The N7 … [Read more...] about Nike and Native Americans: The N7 Collection
Accidents Happen, Please Carry ID at all Times
I read the news today, oh, boy… … about a horrible story of a young man who was hit by a car while out for a run. Alone. The driver of the car didn’t stop at the scene, and the runner lay unconscious on the ground for several minutes before some passerby attended to him. The passerby … [Read more...] about Accidents Happen, Please Carry ID at all Times
NIKE Paints it Black for Marathon Season with Limited Edition NIKE LunarGlide+ Shoe Collection
NIKE, Inc. introduced the Nike LunarGlide+ Race Collection to celebrate the brave achievements of marathon runners worldwide. With a seamless blend of fashion and function, the Nike LunarGlide+ Race Collection features nine shoes that combine city-inspired design touches with premium performance … [Read more...] about NIKE Paints it Black for Marathon Season with Limited Edition NIKE LunarGlide+ Shoe Collection
Other than Bolt, Are We Really Getting Faster?
Ever since Jim Hines ran the first electronic (FAT) sub 10 second 100 meters in 1968, 1983 was the start of the sub 10 explosion (POP QUIZ – who was the lone sub-10 performance in 1977 ?) 10 seconds for the 100 meters is the holy grail of sprints, just like the 4 minute mile. 4 laps in … [Read more...] about Other than Bolt, Are We Really Getting Faster?
Nike Innovation in Athletic Training Apparel – from Cotton to Lycra to Dri-FIT to Nike Pro
The following is a press release from Nike.com. It discusses the evolution from cotton T-shirts, polypropylene and Lycra, Dri-FIT and today’s Nike Pro. It’s a long but interesting read. Nike Training: The Beauty of Obsession There is a code among Nike Athletes: Devotion is the … [Read more...] about Nike Innovation in Athletic Training Apparel – from Cotton to Lycra to Dri-FIT to Nike Pro
LeBron James and the NIKE Air Max LeBron VII
NIKE, Inc. today introduced the Nike Air Max LeBron VII, the latest and most innovative shoe in LeBron James’ signature line, at a global media summit in Akron, Ohio featuring James and performance footwear designer Jason Petrie. The Nike Air Max LeBron VII is designed to deliver maximum comfort … [Read more...] about LeBron James and the NIKE Air Max LeBron VII
