The story behind ROAD iD
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Work/Life/Training Balance
Tips for finding balance amidst work, life, and training brought to you by Headsweats Ambassador, Linda Nguyen. @thelindamaily I’m jolted awake by a blaring alarm. I search for iPhone to hit the snooze button, only to realize it’s 6:00 AM and I’m already 30 minutes behind schedule. I rush out of bed and hurriedly finish a 5k, 2 miles shorter than what my training plan required. I make myself look somewhat decent for work, teach a handful of kids, grade…
Partner Spotlight: Project Athena
We are honored to partner with Project Athena to provide headwear for a truly inspiring cause. If you are unfamiliar with this amazing organization, let us share a little about what makes them so special. Project Athena is dedicated to helping women who have suffered significant medical setbacks and other traumatic experiences achieve their adventurous dreams. More specifically, they provide travel expenses, coaching, equipment, and the encouragement and inspiration needed to help these strong women make a life-affirming transition from…
Welcome, 2017 Ambassadors!
Each year we open a process that invites enthusiastic supporters of our brand to join the Headsweats family in a more official capacity. After pouring over hundreds (!) of applications, the 2017 roster has been finalized. These outstanding individuals were selected based upon their athletic accomplishments and leadership within their sport. The lineup includes 11 new and 17 returning athletes from across the United States who compete in running and multisport events. “We see our ambassadors as an extension of the team,”…
Five Simple Things That Will Help You Have a Healthy Holiday Season
Headsweats Ambassador and Deseret News Columnist Kim Cowart provides some crucial advice on how to fully enjoy the holiday season without losing sight of your health and fitness goals! ‘Tis the season to eat all the foods, enjoy all the parties and indulge in all things. That’s what makes the holidays wonderful and horrible at the same time. It starts with Halloween, but it ramps up to warp speed between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. I’m not going to try to…
Headsweats Ambassador Jen Boudreau – NYC Marathon Recap
Headsweats Ambassador Jen Boudreau is no stranger to the marathon, with 7 completed races under her belt. However, Jen’s 8th race at the New York City Marathon turned about to be a completely new and unforgettable marathon experience. Running as a member of the Boston Children’s Hospital “Miles for Miracles” charity team, Jen left her Garmin at home and focused instead on enjoying her race experience. Read her race recap below and learn out why her 8th marathon turned out to be the…
Headsweats is Official Headgear of US Open Pickleball Championship!
On April 23, 2017, thousands of athletes will converge in Naples, FL, to kick off the 2nd annual US Open Pickleball Championship, a week-long tournament featuring top-tier pickleball players from around the world! But what exactly IS pickleball? A fun racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, pickleball can be played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net. Using a paddle and a small plastic ball with holes, athletes…
Headsweats Ambassador Matt Johnson – Transition from College XC to Ultras
Headsweats Ambassador Matt Johnson ran track and cross country at the collegiate level, culminating in a trip to the 2013 NCAA Cross Country National Champtionships. After college, Matt wasn’t ready to give up his competitive running career, and found a new passion for the sport through training and racing in trail races and ultra marathons. Matt’s friend and college teammate Clay Holton interviewed him on what it’s like to transition from being a collegiate athlete to an ultramarathoner and what…
Challenged Athletes Foundation Hosts San Diego Triathlon Challenge
The Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) and The YMCA of San Diego County took over the beautiful La Jolla Cove on Sunday, October 23, 2016 to host the Aspen Medical Products San Diego Triathlon Challenge! During the event, over 200 physically challenged athletes completed a 1-mile ocean swim, and 44-mile bike ride, and a 10-mile run along one of the most breathtaking courses in the country. In it’s 23rd year, the event is unlike any other in the world, and is called…
Headsweats Ambassador Program Accepting Applications for 2017!
Headsweats is currently looking for athletes of all ages and abilities who use and are passionate about the Headsweats brand to be a part of their 2017 Ambassador team! HEADSWEATS AMBASSADOR APPLICATION Each year, Headsweats carefully selects 30 athletes to represent the brand as ambassadors and spokespeople during training, racing, and on social media. Our Ambassadors are part of our extended family, and they have a passion for what they do and a love for the Headsweats brand and message. Headsweats…