In the world of popular diets, the glycemic index (GI) is hot. Low carb eating plans tout the benefits of low glycemic foods over high glycemic ones, and there are even entire diets based on eating low GI meals.

On Oct. 8, 2004, following a short pass reception, Lucasz Selwa experienced something he will never forget. Hit by four tacklers at once, Selwa heard what he later described as "a large tree branch snapping." The sickening sound came from Selwa's leg. The junior at Salisbury High School in Allentown, Pa., lay on the football field writhing in pain and screaming at the top of his lungs.

If you haven't thought much about endurance training lately, you're behind the curve. This author dissects the research and provides insight into training for stamina, in any sport.

It's an age-old problem: how to get along with your boss. In the world of athletics, the key is communication, along with offering respect and following their vision.

Last fall, California University of Pennsylvania won its first league title in over 20 years. One of its secrets was adding Pilates to its linemen's offseason conditioning

High school athletes are a busy, energetic bunch. Getting them to focus on good nutrition takes just the right approach.

How do you turn a devastating knee injury into a positive? By treating it as an opportunity to take an athlete to new heights.