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OVERLAND PARK, Kan., November 16, 2023 – Heartland Soccer Association, recognized as the largest soccer league and tournament host in the United States, culminated its 2023 league seasons with an extraordinary turnout of 2706 teams, showcasing a diverse range of...
Stretching is Key to Staying Healthy on the Field While stretching is normally incorporated at the beginning and end of practice, many times young athletes don't realize its importance. They may rush through stretches in order to start playing sooner or use it as a...
Heartland Soccer Association, a nonprofit organization, is excited to announce that The Merchant Fitness, a provider of innovative fitness and recovery tools, has come on-board as the title sponsor of the Heartland College Showcase. The Heartland Soccer Showcase...
Proper hydration in youth sports can be easily overlooked, but it’s important to keep in mind. Kids are often in warm environments when they participate in sports – on a field on a hot summer day, in a stuffy gym, or buried under layers of heavy protective equipment...
HCA Midwest Health wants to remind you that as youth sports start back up in some communities, remember these steps to help keep players, coaches and families safer during the COVID-19 pandemic: Before the sports season starts: Check to make sure sports and...
Agility, or the ability to react quickly to change without losing your balance, is an important skill not only for playing sports, but also for everyday living. Strength training helps improve agility, but so do balance and coordination exercises. Simple moves include...
High-intensity interval training may boost your fitness at a cost -- perhaps increasing your risk for injuries. This popular type of training combines aerobics, weight lifting and calisthenics at maximum effort, followed by recovery periods. "These workouts are...