FOUR THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU’RE WORKING TO OVERCOME AN INJURY
When we’re playing a sport, we often have external encouragement, from teammates, coaches, friends, and family. But when we’re injured,...
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Susan Jody Willis
- Nov 22, 2022
- 3 min
The Financial Side of Being an Athlete and Why it Matters
PHOTO CREDIT: Unsplash Despite what many may think, the lifestyle of an athlete is not as flashy as one may imagine. Many of them — even...
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Erica Marcano, MS ATC, CSCS
- Nov 20, 2022
- 3 min
FIVE TIPS FOR WHEN THE LAST THING YOU WANT TO DO IS WORKOUT
We've all been there. You've had a great fitness routine going, but suddenly, you hit a slump and the last thing you want to do is work...
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A.D.
- Jul 9, 2022
- 1 min
Poise + Performance: Taylor Anderson
Today's Poise featured athlete is Pro Sprinter and Entrepreneur, Taylor Anderson! What Inspires You? I’m inspired by my legacy and...
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A.D.
- Feb 21, 2022
- 2 min
Poise + Performance: Isaiah Davis, Finding His Purpose
Meet Washington Sprinter, Isaiah Davis. poised and focused to fine tune his craft and claim his potential. What inspires you? My mom and...
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Erica Marcano, MS ATC, CSCS
- Oct 7, 2021
- 3 min
The Science behind Lifting and Living Healthy from Athletic Trainer, Erica Marcano, MS ATC,
Resistance training is an important component for both initial weight loss and the maintenance of your goal weight, for several reasons.
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Solomon Black
- Sep 12, 2021
- 2 min
Poise + Performance: Rachel Guest
Meet Multi-event champion and American Record Holder, Rachel Guest, striving for even greater! What inspires you? I am inspired by the...
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A.D.
- Sep 12, 2021
- 1 min
Poise + Performance: Kevin Samuels
In this feature we highlight Masters Pentathlete Kevin Samuels, always hungry to maintain high performance. What inspires you? What...
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Solomon Black
- Sep 12, 2021
- 2 min
Poise + Performance: Tristian Green
What is a technical aspect of your sport you are focusing on or have previously improved?
My pass coverage. I worked hard this past offseaso
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Erica Marcano, MS ATC, CSCS
- Sep 10, 2021
- 2 min
The Deadlift Dilemma: Smart tips on this lift from Athletic Trainer, Erica Marcano, MS ATC, CSCS,
Deadlifts - some people swear by them, other people hate them. Along with crunches, deadlifts are one of the exercises that seem to spark...
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Solomon Black
- Sep 3, 2021
- 2 min
Poise + Performance: Rondrick Parker, Mastering His Craft
In this feature we highlight Masters Champion Sprinter Rondrick Parker! Mastering his craft and fine tuning his focus to claim his...
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Solomon Black
- Aug 14, 2021
- 5 min
Poise + Performance: Celine Haga. Who's gonna take the weight? Weight Strategies for the Winning
Discipline is one the toughest challenges for the combat fighter and making weight requires serious strategy and discipline. Pro Combat...
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Solomon Black
- Jun 16, 2021
- 3 min
Be YOUR Best!
Just as we care for our treasured fine tuned machines, it's a good time to remind ourselves that no matter what age, our overall health and
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David Afolabi Peele, MS, ATC, LAT
- Jun 14, 2021
- 4 min
Preparation for Prime Time. How to properly warmup and prep the muscles for performance.
Many athletes develop their habits and workout routines very early on, without a lot of background on the why. This also applies to an...
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A.D.
- May 24, 2021
- 2 min
Poise + Performance: Nef Papadakis
Judoka, Nef Papdakis is pushing toward greatness and striving for the podium at Tokyo 2021! What Inspires You? My family, friends, and...
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A.D.
- May 24, 2021
- 3 min
Poise + Performance: Jess Kidd
Meet Boxer, Spartan Warrior and Ultra Racer Jess Kidd, striving for her best self and taking names in the process!
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A.D.
- May 15, 2021
- 3 min
Poise + Performance: Celine Haga. Overcoming Demons and Snatching her Potential
What is a technical aspect of your sport you are focusing on or have previously improved?
To blend the different aspects of MMA. To mix up
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Solomon Black
- May 13, 2021
- 1 min
Poise + Performance: Gabrielle Farquharson
Meet inspiring sprinter, Gabrielle Farquharson. Multi Big 10 Champion and Rutgers Alum is honing her craft to stride toward her goals!...
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A.D.
- May 8, 2021
- 3 min
Power of M.O.M. Embracing the power of motherhood with Olympic Sprinter, Natasha Hastings!
Embracing the power of motherhood with Olympic Sprinter, Natasha Hastings
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A.D.
- May 8, 2021
- 4 min
Power of M.O.M. Embracing the power of motherhood with Judo Athlete, Hannah Martin-Ogando
When you first learned that you would become a mother, did you have any concerns about how to balance motherhood with your athletic...
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