Sports

Running Down a Dream

Source: Outside

Read the story of Allen Martin, who coaches long-distance runners to succeed not only in the sport, but in life.

20 unmissable extreme sports (and where to try them)

Source: Lonely Planet

Extreme sports push people to their limits and present exhilarating, at times dangerous, challenges. Read about which extreme sports exist and where to find them.

The Revolutionary Cyclist

Source: Great Big Story

Annie Londonderry was an important figure of the Women’s Liberation movement in the 1890s. Watch the video to separate fact from fiction.

The Calculus of Risk

Source: Outside Magazine

According to author Mark Jenkins, modern adventure is safer than you think—once you know the difference between legitimate danger and irrational fear.

Inside the Endurance Athlete’s Mind

Source: Forbes

As well as being in great physical condition, persistence, curiosity, and a lack of fear are the most common personality traits that connect athletes who run marathons and endure the toughest physical challenges. Read to learn more about these astounding athletes.

U.S. Soccer President ‘surprised’ by women’s team’s gender discrimination suit

Source: The Washington Post

Along with opportunities for women excel in athletics comes the struggle to be paid fairly. Learn about the discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team, who are paid far less than their male counterparts despite being much more successful on the world stage.

Why Are We Addicted To Extreme Sports?

Source: Discovery News

This video explains the relationship between the risk/reward sections of the brain, how dopamine factors into people wanting to take outrageous risks, and the benefits of taking risks every day.