The Five-Hit Combo to Mental and Physical Fitness

From the old school kung fu fighting movies to modern day action movies, martial arts are everywhere. You might be driving to get groceries and stop at a stoplight only to see the words “karate” or “taekwondo” on a sign for the plaza across the street. You’ll see it but may never go in and always wonder if you could learn to fight like your … Continue reading The Five-Hit Combo to Mental and Physical Fitness

Hiking 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Extreme Trekking

Walking is already everyone’s go-to exercise, but if you take it a long step further, it becomes something known as hiking. To many, hiking is defined as climbing tall mountains like the Rocky Mountains or Mount Everest, but in truth, hiking can be a simple walk through the countryside. According to Raftrek, hiking started out as a way for survival and hunting but evolved into … Continue reading Hiking 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Extreme Trekking

Brain Injury Awareness On and Off the Field

Although it’s unavoidable to become injured while playing sports, it is important to be aware of the risks of which injuries are the most common and can have the most severe outcomes. According to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, about 21 percent of sports and recreational activities contribute to traumatic brain injuries among children and adolescents in America. While sports injuries rarely lead to … Continue reading Brain Injury Awareness On and Off the Field