Archive for the 'Sports Equipment' Category

The Anatomy of the Cue Joint

A pool cue is made of different parts that only a pool player will understand. Suffice it to say that the heavy, lower piece of the cue is the cue butt, and the smaller, narrower end is the shaft. The two cue pieces are attached at the joint. Traditional designs employ a fully-threaded connection. Newer [...]


The Serious Pool Player

If you are passionate about pool, then you are like hundreds of others who want the best quality when playing a game. They know when a pool table has been worn out and needs to be replaced. They approach the sport rather seriously so they want the best materials when they are playing. They know [...]


Plyometrics

To improve your performance in sports one must always exercise and train. Specialized exercise and trainings are followed for different types of sports. Plyometrics is used to increase the speed or force of muscular contractions. It is a type of exercise training designed to produce fast, powerful movements and improve the functions of the nervous [...]


gym mats

Because of its varied uses, gym mats come in various forms. Some are made of top quality vinyl filled with rebond foam that provides softness and excellent protection. Tumbling mats are thicker, made of high density polyurethane foam with nylon reinforced cover. They are highly durable and are vented to release pressure. These mats provide [...]


Kinesio tape

I’ve been very athletic throughout my life. I was in the track team of my school both in grade school up to college. I was fortunate enough to graduate from college without any major injuries. After college, around my mid 20’s, I noticed I get easily injured. I injured my back and wrist doing [...]


track and field equipment

When I was young I noticed that I was faster than most kids. I could outrun my cousins and my playmates any day. When I got into high school, I joined the track team. It was the first time I saw track and field equipment. I didn’t know how to use the [...]


sporting goods

Whatever sport you play, know that good gear is important to back up your games. Having proper sporting goods is a must in preventing injuries and getting the most out of players’ performances.
Sure different sports have specific types of sporting goods. But the fact remains that without them you won’t be able to play great [...]