Performance

Ready to hit the court? Volleyball is a unique, fast-paced, and exciting sport with a devoted cadre of fans all around the world. But it's also not one of the biggest sports played around the world, which means that volleyball...

It feels like we’ve raced through the first half of 2019, doesn’t it? If you’re like most people, you probably started the year by setting a personal goal. Maybe that goal was to get faster or increase your mileage. Or...

KT TAPE USE WHILE SWIMMING KT Tape Original and KT Tape PRO can both be worn in water.  However, KT Tape PRO is engineered to last longer if it gets wet.   Dr. Narson, a 2-term past president of the...

Here's a great idea from KT Taper Elif C that we thought we'd pass on. She writes: "For the last Disneyland Half Marathon I wanted yellow Minnie shoes to go with my running costume but didn't want to spray paint my...

Did you run a marathon last year? People are lining up in droves to run the hottest marathons in the US such as the Chicago marathon, one of the Rock n Roll marathons, the LA marathon, or the many others....

After running five half marathons – three in Vibram Sprints – I wanted a bit more of a full-body challenge. I wanted a race that required more than just strong legs and good lungs. I wanted something I’d be proud to...

Marathon runners are avid KT Tape-appliers, and this article from Matt Fitzgerald for Active.com gives even more tips on how to run a better marathon this Fall: The marathon is a tough nut to crack. Twenty-six miles is a long...

Congrats to KT Tape-sponsored athlete, Amber Hayes, in her recent victory at the Iron Boy Powerlifting Bench Press Classic!  Read on for her account of the competition: Just wanted to let you know about my competition this past weekend. I...

Enjoy these tips by Gale Bernhardt written for Active.com on how to make a century ride in the Fall season more comfortable and safe: Autumn century rides are fantastic events, meeting the needs of several different rider types. For example,...

Congratulations to the “after-NUUN delight” relay team that recently finished the Hood to Coast Relay Race! Their team was comprised of 12 bloggers who met in person for the very first time at the race.  See below for an excerpt...

The 2011 U.S. Open Qualifying Tournament gets underway today and is free and open to the public.  Players will compete for the final 32 spots in the men’s and women’s main draws before the official U.S. Open starts next week...

Today kicks off the start of the first-ever USA Pro Cycling Challenge, featuring 128 professional cyclists climbing 12,000 feet over 518 miles in the Colorado Rockies throughout the 7-day competition.  Over 16 countries are represented, and some of the best...

Over the last few years, skirts are no longer just used on the field hockey and lacrosse fields, but are running loose on track, trails, and even the beach, as shown by the ladies above in skirts from Team Sparkle.  Is this...

August is all about learning how to beat the heat and still get your training in.  Check out these tips from Thad McLaurin for Active.com on how to keep cool during hot summer runs: 1. Acclimatize It takes time for...

Coach Gafner, lacrosse coach, highlights five fundamental tips for becoming a better lacrosse player beyond just the basic skills, practice, and games.  These are valuable tips for any competitive sport, not just lacrosse! Attitude As you enter this season you...

If you watched the Tour de France last month, you know how grueling cycling can be on an athlete’s entire body.  KT Tape applications can be used to support and prevent these muscles and joints, with some of the most...

As KT Tape fans, you are already well aware that KT Tape helps you to get a grip on your injuries and training to perform your best.  In this article, Dan Keller of Lifeletics for Active.com writes about getting another...

What better way to spend time with family and friends than running all day and all night and then all day again?!?  Running Times Magazine featured an article by Ethan Coffey offering ten tips for running distance relays, and how...

With summer in full swing, barefoot running is picking up the pace!  Amby Burfoot of Runner’s World showcased an article looking at both sides of the barefoot debate- check out these tips from their experts, and let us know what...

The USA Women Soccer Team goes head to head with the French later today in the semi-finals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Germany.  If you missed the quarter-finals match against Brazil, arguably one of the best soccer games...

You saw the tennis pros sporting KT Tape at Wimbledon the last couple of weeks- want to learn more?  Check out this special report from the UK by Ketan Makwana at Medzooma.com about how KT Tape is used for common...