Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a dedicated gym-rat, stress is something that affects us all. It's important to acknowledge that stress is a natural part of life, but when left unchecked, it can wreak havoc on our health, performance,...

Stress is an unavoidable part of life, and athletes are no exception. Whether you're a professional athlete or just someone who enjoys staying active, stress can negatively impact your performance and overall well-being. Thankfully, incorporating light exercises into your daily...

Have you ever tried to slam a revolving door?  Become a surgeon?  Learn Mandarin?  Win an argument with someone of questionable intelligence over the internet? The common thread between all of these daunting tasks is their shared difficulty level, which...

D’OH!  AGH!  SH*T!  Ouch! Sound familiar? If it does, then there’s an extremely good chance you’re either a golfer, or you know one personally. If you happen to be a passive onlooker, you might assume that the steady stream of...

Here we are, early in the new year. You’ve made your resolutions to get fitter, eat healthier, lose weight, and eliminate stress. For many, running a race is an essential part of that plan.   Why Run?  In addition to helping...

I could write this article in three short sentences.  “Pour SummaMix into a shaker or glass. Fill it with 8-20 ounces of water. Mix it up and drink it.” Yes, as you can see, I could, but I’m not going...

Unlike many people, I can’t remember the first time I realized I needed glasses, but I do remember the feelings associated with the realization. Dread. Frustration. Confusion.  Sure, they may not have been necessarily felt in that order, but the...

When I started participating in Ironman races, I learned that a diet of pizza, wine, and donuts was not the best nutrition plan to fuel my body for a year of demanding training culminating in a grueling 140.6-mile race. So,...

What is NSF’s Certified for Sport®? NSF International is an independent and accredited non-governmental organization whose mission is to protect and improve global human health by leading the development of public health and safety standards and by testing and certifying...