College Athletes

Every year, thousands of collegiate athletes participate in NCAA-regulated sports. However, with a small mistake or misunderstanding of NCAA rules, a collegiate athletic career can come to an end. It's especially important that college students understand the protocol. more »

We all know that it is not easy to get into college. Once accepted, paying for it is even a bigger issue because it does not come cheap. Many colleges around the nation provide scholarships to worthy individuals. There are academic scholarships as well as athletic scholarships available. There are certain requirements that a student... more »

Physical trainers work with all types of populations to help them achieve better fitness, good health and optimal physical capabilities. If you’re thinking of becoming a trainer, there has never been a better time: the US Department of Labor has labeled the profession as one of the 10 fastest growing of the decade. more »

The term "shin splints" describes pain on the shin resulting from strenuous activity involving running and jumping. Remedies for shinsplints are fairly straightforward. It's important to note that pain from stress fracture, or pain from compartment syndrome, a swelling within the connective tissue sheath surrounding the... more »

Meeting a college athlete can be difficult dependent upon the size of your college or university. However, unlike professional athletes, college ones are accessible through classes, campus activities and even online discussion forums. A few simple steps can help you meet a college athlete. more »