Olympic Athletes

Rhodiola rosea has been touted as a beneficial herbal supplement with the ability to treat ailments from cancer to schizophrenia and to fuel the performances of Olympic athletes. How can one herb do so many different things? Scientists say it's the plant's ability to adapt to each person who uses it. more »

A longer running stride can help you improve both speed and distance, as you'll go further with fewer steps. Whether you're working with a trainer or alone, you may notice that you've experienced a plateau in your running speed or endurance. Sometimes, focusing on one aspect -- such as your form, stride or posture -- can have a large... more »

Firefighters don't run off into a burning building or barrel out into a brush fire wearing the closest pair of sweats. Their special outfits are created out of a special combination of materials that resists burning, melting and scorching while allowing them to stay flexible enough to do their jobs. Although it's unknown if... more »

Tribulus terrestris is an herbal remedy long-used in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine. While the original use of the herb was to combat conditions such as infertility, erectile dysfunction and low libido, Tribulus has seen a recent resurgence of use as sports-performance enhancer, owing to its alleged testosterone-boosting... more »

The Olympics roll around every two years, boasting some of the country's most talented athletes. While many of the athletes make their sport look easy, lots of time, energy and money goes into honing those skills. Consequently, our athletes need our financial and emotional support to continue performing at their best. more »