Seeking Participants for Exercise Study

UMlogo-HHSdept-500The Department of Health and Sport Sciences at The University of Memphis invites your participation in an exercise study.

“Come and join us as we explore the effects of two exercise modes on balance. The study will include repeated balance tests on a computerized test system in the pre-, middle, and post-training phases. It’s free and fun for everyone!

The study will start in February, 2013. Financial compensation and campus parking are provided” (Source).

Download flyer for full details.

Preparing for the Olympics

I LOVE the Olympics!!! The Games typically bring life around our home to a standstill for the fortnight. With the opening ceremonies less than 24 hours away I decided to take a crash-course in all-things Beijing 2008. Here are a few of my favorite finds.

Lost Boy to Carry U.S. Flag in Opening Ceremony – Read this…you’ll thank me.

Top U.S. Athletes to Watch at Beijing GamesEric Adelson states that “these Olympics will be remembered for what Phelps does — no matter what he does.” I think it is likely that we’ll find this to be a true statement and I think it’s a cleverly penned phrase.

Hold on to Your Medals – Pat Forde’s column is informative and funny with a surprise ending.