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Trump revives the Presidential Fitness Test, a rite of passage for schoolchildren for decades
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump recently reestablished the Presidential Fitness Test for American children, a fixture of public schools for decades that gauged young people's health and athleticism with 1-mile runs, sit-ups and stretching exercises.
"This is a wonderful tradition, and we're bringing it back,& ... (full story)
VO2 intervals: Is there a best one?
I’ve occasionally written about the benefits of VO2 intervals, of which I firmly believe - when doctor approved - are a great complement to one’s cardio regime.
Now lately, since I’ve finally been able to return to a comprehensive cardio routine, I’ve begun doing VO2 workouts again.
And what with th ... (full story)
Coaches race to master art of retention amid NIL, revenue sharing and transfer portal challenges
Whether it was an ACC, SEC, Big Ten or Big 12 coach taking the podium at media days, one theme remained consistent: In an era where revenue sharing and NIL opportunities can swiftly steer athletes toward the transfer portal, programs across the country are racing to master the art of player retention.
Its importance is clear to ... (full story)
chiro Suzuki adds humorous touches to Hall of Fame induction ceremonies
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — If you want someone for your next celebrity roast, Ichiro Suzuki could be your guy.
Mixing sneaky humor with heartfelt messages, the first Japanese-born player to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame stole the show recently in Cooperstown.
Morning showers and gloomy skies delayed the cere ... (full story)
Great day hikes in Pennsylvania’s Black Forest
I’ve raved about all the outdoor opportunities in and around the Black Forest region (Lycoming, Potter, Clinton and Tioga counties of north central Pennsylvania) ever since I began writing this column.
And well I’m about to go there again.
Yup, I’ve just recently come back from yet another trip to this pl ... (full story)