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There are 2 sides to the rivalry coin, at work and in sports
Bob Kowalski Sports & FitnessA rivalry at work or in sports can bring out the best in individuals or a team. But it sometimes can come with drawbacks in both instances. A prime example of both sides of the workplace rivalry coin was illustrated in a widely read New York Times article about online sales giant Amazon, where employees openly and frequently critique their colleagues' performance, right up to hours logged in the office.
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Raise a glass of bone broth — to your health
Heather Linderfelt Food & BeverageMy dietitian told me to drink bone broth, and drink it every day. It will do wonders for you, she said. Mmm, warm broth sounded nice. I wanted to get it in me even before I had a chance to make my own homemade version. I went to the store and purchased it in a package. Oh, gag! It was not the manna from the gods I expected. It was broth, plain, simple and bland.
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Buzzing Toronto sports scene bringing boost to tourism industry
Katherine Radin Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementAs the seasons change, so does Toronto's sports scene. From hockey to basketball to baseball and everything in between, Toronto's sports teams have built great empires for themselves, raking in millions of dollars every season.
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From sports to law enforcement, drones flying into everyday life
Bob Kowalski Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThey're turning up in some unusual places, and questions about them are all over the map. Yes, drones are working their way into our lives more and more every day, causing reactions that range from bemusement to terror to anger. In the wake of that, organizations as varied as sports leagues and law enforcement are developing procedures to address the flying devices.
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Texas high school boasts new approach to injury prevention
Shawn Smajstrla Sports & FitnessInjuries have always been an unfortunate aspect of sports, and the prevalence of those injuries has gone up in recent years. From ACL tears to high-ankle sprains, microfracture procedures to Tommy John surgeries, avoiding injury is always a major concern for coaches. They implement training programs and practices to condition their athletes for the rigors of the sport. Coaches teach the fundamentals of the game to help prevent injury whenever possible.
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Piriformis syndrome: A royal pain in the butt
Heidi Dawson Sports & FitnessHave you ever had a tight twinge of a pain deep in your butt muscles? And maybe "sciatic" pain that radiates down the back or side of your leg, in the absence of lower back pain? If the answer is yes, you may well have had piriformis syndrome.
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Sugar spell: Breaking away from your sweet tooth’s hold
Natalie Thomas Sports & FitnessIt was a gray day in America earlier this year when the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended adults and children reduce their daily intake of sugar to less than 10 percent of their total energy intake. In English, that's roughly 25 grams of sugar per day. America's sweet tooth wept in agony, not just from the cavities.
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Sports specialization worries medical experts
Bob Kowalski Sports & FitnessPlaying only one sport throughout the year can bring a level of expertise, but when it comes to youth sports, this specialization can also bring injury. Young athletes are increasingly suffering sports injuries that can be attributed to overuse. Some medical experts consider these injuries preventable, but the solution is not clear.
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Are we marketing fitness all wrong?
Natalie Thomas Sports & FitnessAccording to a recent poll by fitness equipment maker Nautilus Inc., most Americans don't understand the basics of health and fitness. The poll found that nearly 75 percent of people surveyed didn't know you have to burn 3,500 calories to lose one pound of fat. Only 35 percent of those surveyed knew eggs are a good source of protein. An astounding 87 percent thought women who weight train get manly muscle bulk.
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What’s behind the increase in amateur baseball litigation?
Albert Figone Sports & FitnessCoaches at all levels have traditionally assumed a special role in the lives of athletes and success of teams. In the past, winning coaches achieved results employing techniques that could legally be considered "wanton" or "grossly negligent" in any other context.
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