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Numbing the pain: More retired players join lawsuit against NFL
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Sports & FitnessNFL offensive lineman Artis Hicks recently added his name to the 750 players joined together in lawsuits against the NFL, claiming the league provided players with illegal prescription pills, painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs on a regular basis. The lawsuit contends that the NFL intentionally put players' health at risk in order to keep them on the field.
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Spurs show leaders how to handle the heat
Julie Bernhard Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAs the saying goes, "If you can't stand the heat, then get out of the kitchen." The San Antonio Spurs proved this point in taking down Miami in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday. Not only were the Spurs battling the Miami Heat, but they were also dealing with physical heat as the temperature of their home court was sweltering.
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Just days away, Brazil’s World Cup is facing a host of problems
Lauren Swan Sports & FitnessFor many Americans, the World Cup is not only a large sporting event worth celebrating, but it's also a great reason to travel. However, the outlook in Brazil is much different, when it comes to the games.
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Getting the most out of a sports massage
Heidi Dawson Sports & FitnessSports massage is a popular treatment method used by runners and many other athletes, both before and after an event. Those lucky enough to have access to a massage therapist may even have a regular treatment as part of their general maintenance.
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Natural healing: The benefits of chili peppers
Bambi Majumdar Food & BeverageThe next time you want to curse the gods for inventing hot and spicy foods, think again. Chili peppers may just be the new-age panacea for all our illnesses. So if you like Mexican or Indian food, you don't have to feel so guilty about your spicy diet anymore.
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What Spurs coach Gregg Popovich can teach business leaders
Ross Lancaster Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementSince taking over as the head coach of the San Antonio Spurs 18 games into the 1996-97 season, Gregg Popovich has made his name as one of the best coaches in NBA history, winning four NBA championships and over 67 percent of his team's games, including playoffs.
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10 radical suggestions to improve football
Edwin McIntyre Sports & FitnessToday's game is played much different from the game I first learned to play as a young boy. And I am sure that in 50 years, football will look completely different from the game of today — if it is not entirely banned and is still played. Since everyone now has an opinion on football, the safety of the game and how to improve the game, I — as a humble fan — propose a few changes for the sport.
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Gluten-free lifestyle: Is it here to stay?
Katy Bynum Food & BeverageOne buzzword that keeps popping up in grocery stores, restaurants and even churches is gluten-free. Gluten, a protein found in grains like wheat, barley and rye, is difficult for some people's bodies to process, resulting in an autoimmune digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients.
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The tendinopathy continuum: An update on degenerative Achilles tendon injuries
Heidi Dawson Sports & FitnessWe've learned a lot about the Achilles tendon in the last 20 years. Gone are the days when the sight of a red, thickened Achilles tendon and stories of stiffness after rest and creaking sensations would get a therapist reaching for the anti-inflammatories and ice.
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Lessons employers can learn from the Donald Sterling incident
Candice Gottlieb-Clark CommunicationsDo you have a Donald Sterling at the helm of your agency? Perhaps he or she is on the board of directors, in a position of leadership or serving as a manager or supervisor. Maybe he or she is even your newest hire. The thing is, you usually don't know until their hateful thoughts or behaviors are somehow exposed.
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