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Killington, Vermont offers mountain bikers some of the most varied trails in the United States. Numerous mountain areas contain over 45 miles of trails to choose from. Choosing a trail that suits each rider may be harder than navigating the trails. But this is only true for beginners, and they have plenty of choices for their needs. More advanced riders can choose steeper downhill trails that will challenge their abilities to keep the bike centered and balanced as they continue to gain speed. All trails feature beautiful scenery and changes in terrain for enjoyment and challenges for all levels of riders. Continue reading “Mountain Biking in Killington, Vermont” »

Women have played a huge role in golf, dating back to the 1500s when Mary Queen of Scots, was critisized for golfing more than she dealt with royal matters. The Women’s Professional Golf Association (WPGA) was then founded in 1944 (later replaced by Ladies Professional Golf Association). In 2002, Golf 20/20 established a Diversity Task Force to focus on women’s participation in golf. This is all according to the Nancy Berkley Women’s Golf Timeline. And year after year, women’s golf continues to dominate the sports pages. Continue reading “The History Behind Women’s Golf” »

You’re good at swimming, biking, and running – does this mean you’re ready to join a triathlon? Not quite yet! For first-time triathletes, it can be a little intimidating and there might also be a lot of mental fear going on. Besides the emotional factor, there’s also the actual preparation to think about such as the training, gear, and equipment.

Generally speaking, a triathlon course consists of a half-mile swim, 10-mile bike, and 5K run. It might take at least six weeks for an average person to train for a sprint tri, but of course, the more time you spend training, the more you get physically acclimated to take on the challenge.

First thing you need to prepare is your gear: swimsuit, bicycle, and running shoes. They should all be comfortable enough for you to use from your first training day to the day of the triathlon. Continue reading “How to Prepare for Your First Triathlon” »

Dressing up in your best travel outfit is a must because you just don’t know who you’ll run into at the airport. But how much planning do you need to come up with a fashionable yet practical combo of tops and bottoms?

Stilettos do enhance your slender legs, but you don’t want to stumble and fall at the baggage carousel. Cotton jeans are always reliable but how flexible are they when you’re sitting in cramped space for hours on end. Let’s take a cue from these celebrities and you’ll be happily strutting around the airport runway. Continue reading “Best Outfits to Wear to the Airport” »

Equestrian lovers have certain requirements when searching for a place to live or visit. They want to find a community that not only it suitable for them, but for their companion. And for the event lover, we’ve compiled a list of 4 cities with the same love as you.

1) Tryon, North, Carolina

Tryon is located in Western North Carolina in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  Tryon was once an Olympic horse-training site for the US equestrian teams. To celebrate their rich equestrian heritage, they have a statue of the “Tryon Horse” in the center of downtown. The globally famed icon has been a part of the town since 1928. Tryon is still a popular city for hundreds of shows a year. One of the main attractions, the Tryon Horse Show, brings the highest amount of visitors per year for the town. Many visitors choose to stay at the beautiful million dollar Tryon International Equestrian Center. Continue reading “Top Equestrian Cities” »

Insurance seems to be something that only parents and families think about, but college students should too. They can also get sick or their belongings might get stolen. These uncertainties may become a financial burden to them on top of their student loans. Having the right insurance, however, can save them from further headaches and take care of their finances. Continue reading “Insurance Every College Student Should Have” »

Hot tub hydrotherapy is not a new concept in the sports world. Amateur and professional athletes can expect pain relief and relaxation when they include hot tubs to their training regimen. There are many other benefits of soaking in a hot tub especially for physically active athletes who frequently put their muscles to the test. Continue reading “Why Athletes Benefit from Using Hot Tubs” »

The Ohio State University Marching Band is known not only in the Big Ten but in the entire country to be the best and the biggest. Beginning in 1878 as a military drum corps that provides marching music during military exercises, the band evolved into what it is today as a 225-member all-brass and percussion ensemble in 1934. Don’t argue when they claim to be “The Best Damn Band in the Land” because their string of accolades and awards proves this to be true. Continue reading “Hail the OSU Marching Band” »

Penn State enters their third season following the Jerry Sandusky scandal.

When you say Penn State football there used to be a connotation of glory, pride, and success. Now almost three years since the Jerry Sandusky scandal, the Penn State football name is slowly climbing back to a respectable stature. The Nittany Lions might not ever return to the status held by Joe Paterno from 1966-2011, but the Shakespearean tragedy that is Penn State football is seeing a rebirth. Continue reading “The New Penn State Football Legacy” »

After the announcement by University of Maryland president of the university’s move from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) to the Big Ten, he was met by a string of protests and dismay from the alumni and board of regents. But despite the call from the ACC commissioner and threats of donations getting pulled, the system’s chancellor William Kirwan decided to push ahead with his decision. Continue reading “Maryland: From the ACC to the Big Ten” »