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Warm-Up Routines That Actually Work for Youth Athletes
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... Read more
Strava Launches New AI Feature To Help Runners Improve Race Time
The popular running app Strava is tapping into the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to help runners elevate their race day performance. Strava announced the launch of its Performance Prediction feature that identifies estimated finish times for race distances for the 5-kilometer, 10k, half marathon, and marathon.... Read more
Game Recognizes Game Podcast Launches with Powerhouse Guest Lineup
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... Read more
HOKA Launches Cielo X1 2.0 To Add To Its Lineup of Best Running Shoes
Spring track season is here, the time to elevate performance to the next level. While training and practice are key to being faster and stronger each track meet, a pair of quality running sneakers is important for supporting each step to the finish line. HOKA just unveiled its latest... Read more
USATF And Sound Running Team Up For Track Fest This May
In a major development for the track and field community, USA Track & Field (USATF) has announced a collaboration with Sound Running to host the inaugural Track Fest on May 24, 2025, at Occidental College in Los Angeles. This event merges two prominent competitions—the USATF Distance Classic and Sound Running Track Fest—into... Read more
8 Tip To Beat Pre-Race Nerves This Track Season
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... Read more
How to Build an Off-Field Workout Routine For Baseball Performance
Spring training tips to boost your on-field gameplay Baseball training often means hitting in the cage, taking ground balls, or working on your pitching mechanics. But what happens off the field is just as important—maybe even more. An off-field workout routine can improve your strength, speed, mobility, and recovery.... Read more
How to Handle Spring Rainouts Without Losing Momentum
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... Read more
What to Pack in Your Sports Bag This Spring
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... Read more
How to Close a Relay Strong As The Anchor Leg
The relay is a unique event that requires individual speed from each of the four runners while still relying on team members to perform successfully. Each runner has a crucial role, but the anchor leg has the responsibility of finishing the race strong. Being the last athlete to race, the anchor... Read more
How To Run Negative Splits: Tips To Running Your Best Race
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... Read more
Mastering the 300m Hurdles: Tips for Speed, Endurance, and Technique
The 300-meter hurdles is finally getting the attention it deserves. World Athletics said it is to become an “official event.” While there are no details on when it will come to major championships, now is a great time for youth athletes to add hurdles into their training and compete... Read more