SportScience™ News & Events

Tie Dyes Reviewed in Backpacker Magazine

2010-04-14T12:29:00.000-07:00

Sport Science got rave reviews from Backpacker Magazine - check it out here!

Spring Skiing

2010-04-09T11:51:00.000-07:00

Its not too late to get out there for a few more days this season... here's a list of tips and mountains that are still open. Don't forget to send us your pics!

Colter already told us this, but WEAR sunscreen

Stay hydrated - higher temperatures and high altitude makes this as important as ever
Get your skis tuned - spring snow is heavier and there are waxes made specifically for that
LAYER, LAYER, LAYER

MSNBC compiled a list of the top spring skiing destinations in North America

Mammoth Mountain, California
Mt. Bachelor, Oregon
Lake Tahoe, California
Copper Mountain and Arapahoe Basin, Colorado
Whistler and Blackcomb, British Columbia, Canada

Getting back outside after a long winter

2010-03-08T15:15:00.000-08:00

After a long winter of reduced and indoor activity, its tempting to get outside and train on the first nice day. Be careful not to exercise at the same level you did at the end of last season - such enthusiasm often leads to early season injuries. Here are some tips to keep in mind as you head out the door this spring.

Slow but Steady - Don't succumb to weekend warrior syndrome

Monitor your level of exertion - use the talk test or your heart rate to help you determine an appropriate intensity level. Build up over several weeks.

Cut yourself some slack - if you took the winter off, don't expect to be back in peak fitness in a week or two. Its ok to go slow and just enjoy being outside again.

Train with others at your fitness level -

Dress for the weather - the first nice day after a long and cold winter often feels warmer than it is. Dress in layers because cold muscles can lead to injury. Remember to warm up and cool down.

Have fun!!

Inspiration
Cycling workouts
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It's evolved over thousands of years...

2010-02-10T10:09:00.000-08:00

Check out the history of tie-dye throughout the centuries

Congratulations to the five lucky Army 10 Miler Sport Science contest winners!!

2009-10-29T12:39:00.000-07:00

Hundreds entered and five lucky people have won any three sport science^TM shirts of your choice - up to a $75 value.

Jacquie Vanderslice - Arlington, VA
Jamie Panaia - Alexandria, VA
Suzanne Pender - Arlington, VA
Abigail Constantino - Washington, DC
Katie Hines - Lexington, SC

Congratulations to the winners. Please email Sandra@sportscienceusa.com with subject ARMY 10 MILER WINNER with your shirt choices and we'll get them out to you ASAP!

We'd like to thank everyone that stopped by and entered the contest at the Army 10 Miler by offering you 15% off any of our smarter basics - now all made within a 125-mile radius in the southeastern United States, cutting down our (and therefore your) carbon footprint. Simply enter LOCALLYSEWN and checkout for the discount.

Locally Sewn T-Shirts reduce your Carbon Footprint

2009-09-14T16:15:00.000-07:00

Grown, sewn, dyed, printed and shipped within a 125 mile radius

You shop at the local farmers market because you know the benefits of reducing fuel on our environments and the benefits of local agriculture on your body. You try not to use plastic bottles because of the same reasons - your health and the environment; it goes for why you bike to work, as well. Sport Science now offers a locally sewn, performance enhancing T-Shirt that you can add to your healthy lifestyle with added environmental benefits.

Most clothing manufacturers are located in China. The distance between Hong Kong and New York City is about 8,000 miles. Sport Science has shed nearly 7,850 miles of fuel and other resources needed to get your clothes to you and we are proud to be one of the only companies who can boast such a small carbon footprint and bring it to you at such a reasonable cost - ranging from $19 - $25 (retail).

Sport Science has some other suggestions of how to shop locally and stay healthy for you and for the environment. Find local farmers markets or join a Find CSA support Mom and Pop stores in your communities, ride your bike or walk to work, volunteer with Sport Science non profit partner the AIR Foundation, an organization that uses endurance running fight homelessness and addiction. For more information on Sport Science Locally Sewn T-Shirts and other ways benefit your health and the environment in your communities, contact info@sportscienceusa.com.

This Year's National Trails Day Shirts by Sport Science

2009-05-14T11:04:00.000-07:00

Sport Science has long sought to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle. This is reflected in all the shirts we produce in how they look, feel, and perform. We couldn't be happier about teaming up with American Hiking Society in making this years National Trails Day t-shirts. This is also the first time we've offered our Blue Label, 100% polyester, shirts in Grey Heather.

National Trails Day is the biggest trail event in the country, bringing volunteers together to raise awareness, educate, discover and give back. Please visit American Hiking Society's website today to learn more.

And, be sure to visit our collaborative website today to get your shirt while supplies last. www.goodtees.net

Sport Science Featured in TrailRunner Magazine's Summer Gear Guide

2009-05-04T09:01:00.000-07:00

Look for Sport Science in this month's TrailRunner Magazine. Our Smarter Basic T-shirts are featured as one of this years hot new items!

Our entire line of technical performance t-shirts has been proving themselves on the backs of not only runners, but all outdoor and indoor athletes for over 5 years. Designed to look and feel like your favorite cotton tee, our garments wick and move moisture incredibly well, never get stinky, and are super easy to care for. At a price that really can't be beat, we couldn't be more proud of our product.

If you haven't tried one of our shirts, now's the time. Give one of our technical tees a try, we know it will soon become your favorite.

Chekout TrailRunner's website to find your copy or to get your subscription today. www.trailrunnermag.com

Boston Tea Party, eh?

2009-04-16T12:40:00.000-07:00

Sport Science is proud to be part of this year's 8th Annual Boston Tea Party Brunch produced by MyNextRace.com. This is a great event for Canadian Runners and their families who are participating in the Boston Marathon. Look for every Team Canada staff member to be wearing our very one Crimson Heather Smarter Basic t-shirts.

The event takes place Sunday morning April 19th at the Cottonwood Cafe in Boston, MA.

Logon today to find out if there are still spaces available and to learn more.

Blue Ridge Cup Interview

2009-02-26T11:43:00.000-08:00

Visit Blue Ridge Outdoors' website today to see new training tips. In an interview with Neal Caplowe, Owner of Sport Science, you can gain insight behind the science of our product as well as using our performance shirts to their full potential.

www.blueridgeoutdoors.com

Our Green America

2009-02-25T11:47:00.000-08:00

Sport Science is proud to support Our Green America as they begin their journey traveling around this county exploring what companies and organizations are doing to help the environment.

Join Julia and John today as they share their adventures and discoveries hoping to encourage and promote sustainability in it's many forms.

Have and idea of where they should stop or who they should visit? Let them know today and become part of this exciting journey.

www.ourgreenamerica.org

Using Cotton Responsibly

2009-02-12T11:39:00.000-08:00

Many people ask why we use a small amount of cotton in our Smarter Basic t-shirts. "After all," they ask, "isn't cotton bad?" So, we thought we'd take a moment and clear-up some confusion, explain why we blend a splash of cotton into our yarn, and why it ultimately makes a better performing material.

Polyesters have long been seen as the fabric of choice when it comes to true performance garments. This synthetic fiber has one fundamental drawback though; it doesn't actually absorb moisture. As manufacturers scramble to find the perfect absorption agent to add-in, consumers have been inundated with buzzwords given to chemical additives, bamboo, coconuts, and every other concoction imaginable. In the never-ending quest to find the perfect blend, it was easy to forget the benefits of the fabric they sought to avoid, cotton. Sport Science may be the first company in a long time to really take advantage of this age-old material to its full potential by blending a splash of it into their patented engineered micro polyester yarn. Like few other fibers do, cotton absorbs moisture, pulling sweat away from your body. Accounting for 85% of the material, polyester wicks and dries moisture away. Sport Science maintains that it's comforting to know our shirts aren't cotton. Instead, they're the perfect blend of a patented polyester with the most natural of fibers added as the absorption agent.

Stop Wearing Your Sweat!

Stay Active!

Sport Science

Our "Green" Story

2009-01-12T12:20:00.000-08:00

In today's challenging and environmentally sensitive market, there is no shortage on talk about 'green'. From organic cottons, to coconut carbon, to recycled water bottles; it's tough to determine what's actually environmentally friendly and what's a marketing gimmick. We here at Sport Science have no intention on deceiving our growing fan base with buzz words and slogans; instead we want to take a moment and explain what we're doing to make a difference...

Over the years Sport Science has been well apprised to the need of leaving as little an environmental impact as possible. We've developed a shirt that's soft, comfortable to wear, yet still performs better than many technical performance t-shirts out there today. We are confident that using the virgin polyesters which go into our yarn results in a product that lasts longer, performs better and will be worn more often. After all, the only thing better than recycling is never needing to throw it away.

Most importantly, we've recently reconstructed our production model to be as tight and efficient as possible. Today our yarns are spun, knit, sewn, dyed, printed, packed and shipped at locations within a 50 mile radius of one another. And, it's all done here in the US. Few, if any other companies can claim such a small carbon foot print.

As you reach for that Sport Science shirt at your favorite retail shop, race, or event, you can rest assured that garment is not well traveled...after all, that's your job!

do more, enjoy

Sincerely,
The Team, at:

Happy New Year from Sport Science!

2008-12-31T07:03:00.000-08:00

Sport Science is coming off our best year ever! Thank you, to all who supported us over the years and who we had the pleasure in working with!

In 2009 we're looking to take a big steps forward. If you're coming to this years Outdoor Retailer in February we'll see you there. After that we're heading back home to attend the EORA conference in Greenville, NC. Then on to the Running USA conference in San Diego.

We hope you have a happy and prosperous new year!

Marine Corp Marathon Winners Announced!

2008-11-06T16:02:00.000-08:00

Thank you, to all who stopped by our booth at this year's Marine Corp Marathon Health and Fitness Expo. If you filled out an entry form to win a free t-shirt check for your name below.

Congratulations:

Emily Dittmar
Erin Garner
Eve Mills
Gregg R. Kendrick
and
Ralph Kohl

If you're one of the winners listed above, please be sure to contact us as soon as possible to collect your prize.

For those of you who did not win, don't forget your coupon worth 15% off anything on our website.

We look forward to seeing you all again next year!

Sport Science Proud to Partner with The Washington Youth Garden at the National Arboretum

2008-10-27T08:48:00.000-07:00

Sport Science is excited to be the official performance t-shirt of this fantastic organization. Look for our shirts at the fourth annual "Dig In Your Heels" 5K, Fun Run, and Walk on Sunday, November 2, 2008. This is a great event for the whole family and the perfect way to experience the National Arboretum flush with fall colors.

To learn more, please visit their website:

www.washingtonyouthgarden.org

Sport Science Introduces Infographics

2008-10-21T07:05:00.000-07:00

Finally, out of popular demand, Sport Science releases our infographic T's to the public. Check out the link below to learn more and explore these fun, creative shirts developed for those who love to keep moving.

Made from the same material our performance shirts are, these comfortable T's are sure to please not only the wearer but those who get a rise from seeing them.

Stay tuned for more designs to come, as great ideas keep arriving here at Sport Science.

See Our New Infographics!

Sport Science now on Myspace

2008-10-14T07:36:00.001-07:00

Drop by and become a friend of Sport Science on our brand new Myspace page.

Sport Science has been looking for more ways to reach out and connect with all the people who use and enjoy our product. We would love to have you as a friend. Share with us your whatevering, checkout our featured products and be the first to hear about new items, sales, and events.

Check us out... www.myspace.com/sportsciencewear

Sport Science at the Marine Corps Marathon Health and Fitness Expo

2008-10-14T07:05:00.000-07:00

Drop by and checkout Sport Science's booth at the 33rd annual Marine Corps Marathon Health and Fitness Expo being held at the DC Armory in Washington DC between October 23rd and 25th. We'll be there along with many other running and fitness companies to showcase our products and support the runners participating in this exciting event.

For more information on times and the new course route this year, take a look at Marine Corps Marathon's website.

www.marinemarathon.com/info

Sport Science Welcomes Brady Hanson to its Sales and Marketing Team

2008-10-08T08:46:00.000-07:00

Sport Science welcomes Brady Hanson to our Sales and Marketing team. We're looking to expand our retailer listing and explore new markets for our shirts. Brady has been charged with implementing and expanding our marketing and promotions as well as grow our online presence. With many exciting projects on the table, we're more than happy to have him on board.

Brady comes to us from the west where he's spent the past several years working in the outdoor industry for companies like Kelty and fly fishing manufacturers such as Umpqua Feather Merchants. He's a graduate of Colorado State University where he studied Recreation and Tourism and the fine sport of fly fishing in his down time. He's known for being a bit of a wanderer, spending his weekends hiking and exploring. Being new to the East Coast, he's excited to experience all the wonderful recreational opportunities available in our mountains and coastal areas.

Don't let his laid back quiet demeanor fool you, he has a lot of drive and determination to get projects done and new ideas rolling. If you have any marketing or PR suggestions, or any questions at all, please don't hesitate to drop him a line.

brady@sportscienceusa.com

Running Down a Dream: Athletes Set to Compete for a Spot on the US Olympic Team

2008-06-24T19:55:00.000-07:00

The USA Track and Field Olympic Trials are only three days away and excitement is growing among track fans across the country. The trials in Eugene, Oregon will determine which superb American athletes get a chance to compete in Beijing.

Yesterday I previewed some of the competitors in the mens and womens 1500 meter races. Here are some runners to watch in the 5,000 and 10,000 meter races.

Mens 5000 meters

Bernard Lagat will return for the 5000 meters (he's also running the 1500) and attempt to repeat his double victory at the world championships. These men will battle Bernard for a spot on the 5000 meter team.

Matt Tegenkamp - Tegenkamp finished fourth in the 5000 meters at the 2007 World Championships. His 2006 personal record of 3:04:90 is the fourth fastest US 5000 meters ever.

Chris Solinsky - Solinsky joins his former University of Wisconsin teammate Tegenkamp in the 5000. Solinsky was NCAA Cross Country Champion in his sophomore, junior, and senior years and won the 5000 meters at the 2005 and 2006 NCAA track championships. Solinsky's 5000 meter PR (personal record) is 13:12:24.

Adam Goucher - Despite being one of the older competitors, Goucher's determination can not be underestimated. He finished 3rd in the 5000 at the 2007 USA championship, won both the 4k and 12k races at the 2000 US Cross Country Championships, and has a 5000 meter PR of 13:10:00.

Womens 5000 meters

Shalane Flanagan - Flanagan enters the trials as the fastest American ever at 3000, 5000 and 10,000 meters. In 2007 she ran 8:33:25, 14:44:80, and 30:34:49 respectively for these distances. Flanagan is a 2004 olympian and a two time US 5,000 meter champion.

Jen Rhines - A 2004 olympian in the marathon, Rhines was second in the 2007 US 5000 meter championships. After winning NCAA cross country, indoor, and outdoor track titles in 1994-5 at Villanova, Rhines has had a stellar career. She comes to the trials off a 2007 season with PRs in the 1500, 3000, and 10,000 meters.

Lauren Fleshman - Fleshman ran a PR of 14:58:48 to win the 5,000 meters at the Reebok Grand Prix. After an amazing career as a 14 time all American at Stanford, Fleshman has become a professional and will challenge for a spot in Beijing.

Mens 10,000 meters

Probably the premier distance race of the trials, the mens 10,000 meters features a loaded field including Abdi Abdirahman, Dathan Ritzenhein, Meb Keflezighi, and many other stars.

Abdi Abdirahman - Abdi has had an amazing career since coming to the US from Somalia. Abdirahman is a three time US 10,000 meter champion with a 27:22 PR in 2006.

Dathan Ritzenhein - Despite being plagued by injury Ritz has had success running from his college days at the University of Colorado to international competition. Ritz was the 2003 NCAA cross country champion, the 2005 US 12k cross country champion, and the second place finisher in this years US Marathon Trials. Ritz competed in the 10,000 at the 20004 olympics and has a PR of 27:35.

Meb Keflezighi - Famous for his silver medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics, Meb was already a household name in the running community. Meb moved to the US from Eretria and became a US citizen in 1998. Since then he has been a three time US 10,000 meter champion, won the 12 time US Cross Country Championship twice, won the US 15k championship four times, and holds the American Record in the 10,000 meters - 27:13:98.

Womens 10,000 Meters

Kara Goucher - Goucher will try to challenge Shalane Flanagan in this event. In 2007Goucher was the bronze medalist at the world championships and placed second in the 10,000 at the US championships. Goucher won the NCAA 3,000 and 5,0000 meters running for the University of Colorado. She is married to 5,000 competitor Adam Goucher.

Amy Yoder-Begley - Yoder Begley was a 15 time All American in cross country and track at the University of Arkansas. She won the US 10K road championships in 2004 and finished second in 2005.

These are some of the favored athletes, but there are no guarantees in track. So watch America's amazing athletes compete in Track Town, USA later this week and look out for a Sport Science report after the trials.

Sport Science Catches Olympic Fever

2008-06-22T14:10:00.000-07:00

The USA Track and Field Olympic Trials are less than a week away and Sport Science will be there. This year the trials are in Eugene, Oregon - known as track town USA for its avid fans and storied history. Track and field legends including Steve Prefontaine, Kenny Moore and Alberto Salazar competed at Hayward Field before becoming olympians. This year a talented group of runners will compete from June 27 to July 6 for the chance to represent the USA in Beijing. Here are some of the athletes to watch at the trials.

Mens 1500 meters

Bernard Lagat - After his amazing 1500/5000 meter double gold medal performance at the 2007 World Championships, Lagat is the favorite coming into the trials. Lagat was the 2004 olympic silver medalist and holds the US indoor mile record. Bernard came to the US from Kenya in 1996 and recently became an American citizen.

Alan Webb - Internationally recognized for his high school achievements - he broke Jim Ryun's national high school mile record - after some ups and downs Webb has emerged as a world class professional. In 2007 Webb set the American record in the mile and ran the fastest times in the world in the mile and 1500 meters. Look for Webb to make up for a disappointing performance at last year's World Championships.

Leonel Manzano - As a middle distance runner for the University of Texas Manzano was the 2007 1500 meter NCAA champion. At the USA Championships he outkicked Lagat to finish second behind Alan Webb. Manzano has run 3:35 for 1500 meters.

Chris Lukezic - A former 5 time All-American Georgetown University runner, Lukezic won the 2006 NCAA Indoor 1500 meter championship and ran his 3:33 1500 meter PR in Rome in 2006.

Womens 1500 meters

Shannon Rowbury - Rowbury won the 1500 meters at the 2008 Addidas Track Classic in 4:01:06 - the fastest time in the world this year.

Christin Wurth-Thomas - A former standout at the University of Arkansas, Wurth-Thomas finished 2nd in the 1500 at the 2007 US Outdoor Championships.

Erin Donahue - Donahue ran 4:05:55 the fastest time in the US in 2007 and was third at the Outdoor Championships.

Check in later this week for runners to watch in the 5,000 meter and 10,000 meter races and catch the olympic fever.

Sport Science Partners with Back on My Feet

2008-04-05T14:13:00.001-07:00

Sport Science has formed a new partnership with Back on My Feet. Back on My Feet is a Philadelphia based non-profit that helps the homeless increase self esteem and move towards self sufficiency through running.

Back on My Feet started seven months ago. Runner Anne Mahlum passed by a homeless shelter everyday on her run and started to talk with the men on the corner. One day she came up with the idea of starting a running group for the homeless, and after a few calls to the shelter BOMF was born. From that first shelter, the program has expanded to four different shelters. The daily runs are open to all shelter residents who have been clean and sober for 30 days prior to joining. Each group is led by trained staff and volunteers who help members progress toward their running goals. Members receive new shoes and running clothes and group members run together three times a week. The first run included nine shelter residents. Now there are 54 homeless members and over 250 volunteers in the program.

The group provides many benefits for the homeless. We can't predict whether it will end homelessness but as Mahlum says, " Do we need homes? Yes. We need jobs? Yes. But imagine if you didn't have anyone in your life who said 'I'm really proud of you'. Back on My Feet does just that."

Back on My Feet is now selling Sport Science shirts on its website www.backonmyfeet.org and 100% of the profits go back to the group. Sport Science will also be providing Back on My feet merchandise at retail stores.

Join Sport Science and Race to Stop the Silence

2008-04-05T13:48:00.000-07:00

On April 13, 2008, Stop the Silence is having its fifth annual Race to Stop the Silence in Washington DC. The race and 5K pledge walk raise money to fight child sexual abuse. Last year about 1,000 people participated, and Sport Science is proud to provide official race t-shirts for this year's race.

Stop the Silence started in 2002 when multiple groups joined forces to overcome child sexual abuse. Today Stop the Silence uses media advocacy to increase awarness, trains community leaders, publishes a Bench Book to guide members of the judicial system, and works with public organizations.

The 10K race and 5K walk start at 8:30 AM in Anacostia Park. Online registration closes on April 9th so go to http://www.stopcsa.org/RACE/race.cfm for more information and register today.

Sport Science Partners with Back on My Feet

2008-04-03T18:26:00.000-07:00

Hey Sport Science Fans,

Sport Science recently formed an exciting partnership with Back on My Feet. Back on My Feet is a Philadelphia based non-profit that helps the homeless increase self-esteem and move towards self-sufficiency thorugh running.

Tune in to CNN's Larry King Live tonight at 9 est/ 10 pst and American Morning or CNN Newsroom tomorrow to watch broadcasts on Back on My Feet. Keep checking in here for a full story and updates about this innovative program.