GET MENTAL : Erika Carlson    Leadership is huge factor in sport success. It’s a common myth that leaders are born, not made. The fact is, effective leaders have a specific set of skills. And, contrary to popular beliefs, there are a variety of personalities that can lead effectively.   ... Read more

   Building confidence is a lot like building revenue, and there’s more than one source of income. Get Mental : Erika Carlson    Confidence is an athlete’s belief about their ability to succeed in their sport. Getting off to a confident start in preseason can make all the difference.  A... Read more

Running in brutal summer heat is a beast of its own. Athletes must ensure they are hydrated, dressed cool, and avoid peak sun to avoid heat exhaustion. High temperatures and humidity can quickly drain energy. The heat makes it harder to breathe and keep a steady pace. Runners need to... Read more

Stay Fit, Beat Burnout, and Build Strength With These Engaging Alternatives to Your Regular Sport Summer break is ideal for taking a break from your main sport. But athletes know how important it is to stay in shape. That’s where switching fitness routines up comes into play. This is done... Read more

Runners who love trekking the trails for long-distance workouts can now take their pace to new heights with the new Mafate X shoe. Joining the company’s lineup of trail running shoes, the Mafate X brings comfort and speed to the forefront, allowing runners to go further and faster. “The Mafate... Read more

Summer provides the perfect opportunity for athletes to take their performance to the next level. It may be off-season, but the summer allows for more time to focus on skill-building, conditioning, and recovery. While it’s tempting to rely on backyard drills or pickup games, or go for a casual jog... Read more

The Do’s and Don’ts of a Proper Warm-Up Warming up is one of the most important parts of an athlete’s routine, yet it’s often overlooked. A proper warm-up is essential for performance, getting the blood flowing to get the muscles (including your heart and lungs) ready to work. It is... Read more

A Must-Listen for High School and College Athletes Pushing for Greatness A new podcast just dropped that every high school and college athlete looking to level up needs to have in their rotation. Hosted and co-created by CBS Sports Injury Analyst and elite performance expert Marty Jaramillo, Game Recognized Game features... Read more

The weekend brings an extra wave of excitement for track and field athletes who are competing this spring. Track meets are a way for athletes to showcase their speed and skills, celebrating all the hard work put in at practice in hopes of making the podium. While the anticipation builds,... Read more

Spring brings renewed energy to register for team sports and to prepare for a fresh season of competition. Unfortunately, spring sports also mean unpredictable weather. Rainouts are a common disruption across nearly every outdoor sport—from baseball and soccer to track and field, tennis, and lacrosse. For athletes who thrive on... Read more

Spring sports season has arrived, and that means making sure to grab all the gear to enhance performance and motivate you to stay committed to training. Whether you’re sprinting on the track, swinging a bat, spiking a volleyball, or lining up for lacrosse drills, one thing all athletes have in... Read more

Fueled by nerves and excitement, it’s common for runners to accelerate from the starting line with all-out power and speed. But this oftentimes leads to burnout by the end of the race. The best race strategy is to have enough gas in the tank to take the athlete across the... Read more