American Athlete Magazine

I AM THE AMERICAN ATHLETE: Kelly Genova, Tennis

Kelly Genova didn’t mean to get hooked on tennis. It just happened. She’d dabbled in sports, giving volleyball, skiing, biking and even taekwondo a try. But it wasn’t until she stumbled onto a court that she found one of her true passions. She now describes herself as “completely obsessed” with the sport.

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On Carmelita "The Jet" Jeter

On the verge of the Olympic trials, Carmelita “The Jet” Jeter, the second-fastest woman in history, is taking nothing for granted. She’s training hard and practicing strong, but she still takes time out to inspire inner city kids.

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YOGA IN MIND: Interviews with Athletes Who Practice Yoga!

Interview with Kevin McColloch, Professional Volleyball Player

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DOC TALK: Is It An ACL Tear?

MY BODY: Get The Most Out of Interval Training

AMERICAN ATHLETE OF THE YEAR: Matt Barkley, Loyalty, Perseverance and Selflessness

RESPONSE TIME: Athletes' Blogs, Tweets, and More

AMERICAN ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Adrian Peterson, Rehabilitation Perfection

Living to 100-Plus!

By Larry Holden

Athletes around the world are using supplements and fitness regimens spawned from cutting edge medicine and genetic research to boost their physical and mental endurance. Now, noted doctors Walter Gaman and Mark Anderson reveal how you might be able to extend the length of your life to 100 years and beyond—and make them quality years.

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NEED FOR SPEED: Part II -- Valerie Thompson

Super-fit motorcycle drag-racer and Bonneville Salt Flats two-time land speed record-holder Valerie Thompson, American’s High-Speed Sweetheart, lets us in on her simple training secrets and tells us what’s it like to ride the groove.

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