Years of high-intensity exercise may come with an unexpected heart risk for male endurance athletes over the age of 50, according to new research from the University of Leeds. The study, published earlier this month in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, found that some endurance athletes over the age of 50 experienced potentially dangerous … Read more
In February 1990, world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson, boasting a record of 37 wins and no defeats, faced up against James ‘Buster’ Douglas in Tokyo, in what every boxing expert agreed would be another one-sided bout. Certainly, the bookies agreed. For those bookmakers who did offer odds, Tyson was a massive favorite — you had … Read more
That’s some serious star power! Shortly after his baffling Pizza Hut commercial dropped, ex-NFL star Tom Brady was named chief wellness officer of eMed, a digital health platform for GLP-1 drugs and more. The seven-time Super Bowl champion, 48, joins the ranks of superstar athletes promoting the blockbuster weight loss and diabetes meds, a head-scratching … Read more
If you’ve been looking for an excuse to swear like a sailor, this is it. New research suggests that letting loose with a string of expletives can give your body a surprising edge, helping you tap into hidden reserves of strength and endurance when the pressure is on. “Swearing is literally a calorie neutral, drug … Read more
Brock McGillis, who is regarded as the first openly gay professional hockey player, has a chilly reception to “Heated Rivalry.” The 42-year-old retired athlete spoke to the LGBTQ news site PinkNews on Monday and claimed that the steamy series, which follows two rival professional hockey players who begin a secret gay romance, will not help players come … Read more
One in six parents of kids who play sports believe they’re raising the next pro athlete, according to new research. A survey of 4,150 respondents, split between athletes, parents, and coaches of youth athletes, looked at sentiments around what sports look like right now. Seventy-two percent think that youth sports today feel more professional than … Read more
Corns and calluses a royal pain? The Queen’s got you. Foot surgeon Dr. Yolanda Ragland — who calls herself the “Queen of Toes” on social media — has some advice for preventing the common ailments, as well as some at-home cures. Foot surgeon Dr. Yolanda Ragland — who calls herself the “Queen of Toes” on … Read more
Mark Sanchez is on the mend. The former Jets quarterback, 38, was stabbed during a fight outside an Indianapolis bar Saturday morning, according to authorities. Sanchez, who works as an analyst for Fox Sports, was in the city to broadcast the Colts’ game against the Raiders on Sunday. Mark Sanchez walks on the field before an NFL … Read more
Jay Cutler has begun serving a four-day jail sentence in Franklin, Tenn., after pleading guilty to one count of misdemeanor DUI. The former Broncos, Bears and Dolphins quarterback, 42, was booked into Williamson County Jail Monday morning to serve four days behind bars as part of a deal he cut with prosecutors to bring an … Read more
LeBron James has opened up about his marriage to wife Savannah, saying that the union with his high school sweetheart isn’t “picture perfect.” The Lakers star, 40, who shares three kids with Savannah, 39, shared his candid thoughts in an interview with Speedy Morman on the “360 with Speedy” podcast Thursday. “I’m gonna be honest, a relationship … Read more
A new ring in New England! Patriots star rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson announced the exciting news on social media Wednesday, revealing that he had popped the all-important question to his fiancée, whose name he is keeping under wraps. “‘Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the Lord, she shall … Read more
He is making his boldest leap yet. US Olympic legend Greg Louganis has parted with his California home and three of his cherished Olympic medals to launch a bold new chapter of life abroad. The diving icon, 65, who is widely acclaimed as possibly the greatest diver in history, revealed that he “needed the money” from … Read more
America’s most famous fiancé — and tight end — is quarterbacking fall fashion. The day after it was revealed that Travis Kelce put an 8-carat engagement ring on Taylor Swift’s finger, American Eagle has announced a limited-edition clothing collection with his sportswear brand, Tru Kolors. AE x Tru Kolors by Travis Kelce will launch in … Read more
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes opened up for the first time about his father’s 2024 arrest for driving while intoxicated right before the Super Bowl. “It was during that Super Bowl week. It became a story and so I had to answer questions about it,” Mahomes said in the ESPN docuseries “The Kingdom,” which … Read more
What trendy wellness gadget is red, vibrating and costs as much as a luxury car? Meet the Ammortal Chamber, a “human optimization device” that looks like it was plucked straight from the Tron franchise. Makers of the high-tech pod say it can boost your physical, mental and emotional well-being in as little as 30 minutes … Read more
A perfect match. Venus Williams has finally confirmed her engagement to actor Andrea Preti amid months of speculation — and just moments after her historic return to the tennis court. In a post-match interview Tuesday, the tennis ace, 45, revealed that her 37-year-old beau had popped the all-important question to her. Venus Williams has finally confirmed … Read more
Kristin Cavallari is cutting athletes from her dating roster. During Tuesday’s installment of her “Let’s Be Honest” podcast, the “Very Cavallari” alum, 38, shared she’d be open to getting to know coaches, telling guest Patti Stanger, known as the “Millionaire Matchmaker,” she’s “too old for athletes.” “You know what would be great is like a … Read more
She’s too good to be true. After threatening to replace humans in seemingly every sector from law to academia, artificial intelligence is now going after our influencer gigs as well. Meet Mia Zelu, an AI-powered social media star who has amassed over 150,000 Instagram followers by sharing sexy pics of herself at various tennis events … Read more
CANNES — The hottest ticket at Cannes Lions was Stagwell’s Sport Beach. For the third straight year, the multi-day sports, fandom and marketing event returned to the Cannes International Festival of Creativity — and, for the first time, served as the “official sports partner” of the festival from June 16-19. It was the premier destination … Read more
As we glide into summer, many of us are ramping up our workouts to achieve that chiseled summer bod. Dr. James Gladstone, chief of sports medicine at Mount Sinai Health Systems Department of Orthopedics, has some words of warning — call it a bone to pick, if you will — for fitness enthusiasts who might … Read more