Five Pro Athletes to Follow on Social Media Who Will Motivate You to Get Healthy
Social media has given fans a chance to feel closer than ever before to the athletes that they love to cheer for. No matter your favorite sport, you will find the following athletes' pages inspirational and interesting as you strive to live a healthier life this year.
J.J. Watt
The defensive end for the Houston Texans has gotten a lot of attention for his Twitter account and the information that he loves to post about his workouts. While there is no doubt that Watt is always out there getting his swell on, some are getting tired of all of the pics that Watt loves to put online whenever he is getting work in. Whether you love him or hate him, there is no doubt that J.J. will be in the gym getting his in. If you follow him, you will have one pro athlete on your Twitter feed who will always be challenging you to get better.
Annie Thorisdottir
This relatively unknown athlete is the queen of the motivational quote, and crossfit fans will find themselves going to her Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram accounts whenever they are feeling a little down in the dumps. In addition to posting about her workouts and all of the things that she is trying to do to stay on top of her game, you can read about her career from various sites on the Web.
The Rock
“The People’s Champ” is probably one of the most popular people on the planet. His Instagram is a must follow, as he plays as a fitness model/inspirational role model/movie star/ just a straight up awesome dude. Just take a look at any of Dwayne Johnson’s social media accounts if you need someone to pump you up, laugh, or just feel good about life.
Chris Bosh
Fans who follow Bosh will quickly discover that he is a chef masquerading in a basketball player's body. Bosh loves to cook, and he frequently posts pictures of dishes that he creates from scratch to fuel his NBA body. Whether or not you are a fan of basketball, all athletes can benefit from a well-balanced diet that gives you the nutrients that you need to perform on the court or on the field. In addition to being a great cook, Bosh also has an amazing physique that should inspire you to get into the gym to do one more set of abs.
Bryce Harper
Bryce Harper is one of the most entertaining social media follows on this list, and he will help you focus on keeping a positive mental outlook while you are trying to live a healthier life. In addition to posting about his workouts and play on the field, Harper finds ways to let you know about the relaxing things that he does off of the field. This balance is key for athletes who are looking to live a well-balanced life. Work hard, play hard seems to be his official model.
Reebok introduces The Official Shoe of FitnessReebok Cross fit Nano 3.0 is more colourful,
adaptable and robust than ever before
TORONTO, ON-Leading fitness brand, Reebok, has launched the third iteration of its popular Nano footwear series introducing updated technology, improvements and new colours for the Reebok CrossFit Nano 3.0 the shoe, is now available on shelves nation-wide. Dubbed the‘Official Shoe of Fitness’, the Reebok CrossFit Nano 3.0 is the top option for men and women looking for versatile training footwear.
One of the most visible additions to the Reebok CrossFit Nano 3.0 is the new Duracage upper – a composite part made up of a polyurethane frame cast directly into an air mesh to provide flexibility, protection and stability in a lightweight package. The thickness of the Duracage varies throughout the upper based on functional movements; some areas are thicker to provide more lateral stability and rope protection, and other areas have strategically placed textures that offer grip, durability and flexibility.
In addition to the Duracage, the zoned mesh upper provides breathability in the tongue; the lateral and medial quarter mesh have excellent cooling and strength properties and the vamp mesh is slightly tighter to provide added durability. A new anti-shift gusset in the tongue keeps it in place, secured over the top of the foot.
“At Reebok, we are focused on building product for functional movement, and our Reebok CrossFit footwear takes this philosophy to the extreme,” said Michael Rossi, vice president, Reebok Canada. “The evolution of the Nano franchise demonstrates that we are always working to build the best, most functional products out there. The Reebok CrossFit Nano 3.0 is designed to withstand the toughest workouts, and is the ultimate training shoe, whether used in a CrossFit box, at the gym or anywhere else you can work out. This is why wecall it the Official Shoe of Fitness.”
For this generation of the shoe, Reebok made significant improvements to the out sole as well. The low-profile, flat-to-the-ground out sole has two levels of traction: bigger lugs for overall grip, smaller grooves that help to disperse water, dust and chalk, and Metasplit grooves that allow for metatarsal splaying and multi-directional flexibility. New foam composites in the heel and forefoot provide better stability for lifting and heavy squats, and responsiveness for movements with rebounding like running, box jumps and double unders.
The new RopePro Outsole technology is designed to provide grip and slip, regardless of your climbing technique. This highly abrasive-resistant material has an asymmetrical design, with moulded lines on the medial side for added grip, and a smooth lateral side to make descending a rope more efficient.
The Reebok CrossFit Nano 3.0 retails for $130 and is available for both men and women at Sport Chek, Sports Experts and online at www.reebok.ca.
Reebok Nano 3.0
About Reebok:
Reebok International Ltd., headquartered in Canton, MA, USA, is a leading worldwide designer, marketer and distributor of sports, fitness and casual footwear, apparel and equipment. An American-inspired global brand, Reebok is a pioneer in the sporting goods industry with a rich and storied heritage in running, training and fitness. A subsidiary of the adidas Group, Reebok operates under the multiple divisions of the Reebok brand, Reebok-CCM Hockey and the Sports Licensed Division. For more information, visit Reebok at www.reebok.com.
About CrossFit
CrossFit, Inc. is the world's foremost developer of functional fitness programming and a leading accredited certificate issuer for physical training professionals worldwide. Founded by Greg Glassman, CrossFit® is the principal strength and conditioning program for hundreds of accomplished and professional athletes and hundreds of thousands of individuals seeking to achieve elite fitness.
CrossFit offers specialty certificate courses and programs, including the CrossFit Kids program; publishes the CrossFit Journal; and created and operates the CrossFit Games, an annual event which seeks to find and crown the Fittest on Earth™. There are currently more than 3,000 affiliated gyms in the global CrossFit training network.
