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Fielders need the ability to sustain a concentrated effort for a 6 hour plus period without fatigue, in sometimes very warm conditions. There bodies most be capable of explosive bursts at any given time – such as racing for a ball, jumping for a catch.

The muscles of the upper back, arms, chest and core are used in tight synchrony with other teammates to move toward the finish line. According to Brad Walker, a leading stretching and sports injury consultant of the Training Institute, “rowers, whether competitive or just recreational, repeat the rowing motion over and over again. This repetitive motion can lead to overuse injuries. Incorrect form can also lead to chronic injuries.

College football is a very popular sport in this great country of ours. During many halftime intermissions, a select group of athletes take to the field, toting a variety of instruments from the clarinet and saxophone, to the tuba and oboe. Yes, these are members of college marching bands and they are tough as nails.

According to Ray Megill, founder of Performance Lacrosse, “It is not only about lifting weights…to perform at your best on the field you must understand the mechanics of efficient movement. This allows the player to attain his greatest speed, quickness and strength. Playing lacrosse requires the body’s full integration…anything less results in injury and poor performance.”

From the very first day, we have paid close attention to runners and the run specialty channel because KT Tape is a perfect solution for the common overuse injuries runners experience such as ITBS, runner’s knee, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, hamstring strain, etc.

Everyone’s gait is unique and different. And everyone has different needs when it comes to athletic shoes and support. An article at thestretchinghandbook.com delves into the science behind common running issues.

The health benefits of dancesport are impressive and according to Dr.Velazquez, a writer for ehow.com, “ballroom dancing is known to raise heart rate, burn calories, and tone every muscle in the body. People who share time, laughter, and thoughts together are more likely to have lower rates of illness and even death. By losing weight, eating healthy foods, and increasing activity people can live a healthier life.”

This weekend, the KT Tape crew is heading to the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus, Ohio. Named for Arnold “the Terminator” Schwarzenegger, the festival annually welcomes 17,000 athletes who compete in 40 sports and events.