Just as was the case with disease caused by asbestos exposure, the medical community has long known that repeated concussions, even minor ones, can result in long term brain damage. Even before the 1900s, there was evidence that boxers and footballers were sustaining head injuries that could have lifelong effects. According to this week’s excellent article in…
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Doug Landau’s high energy in the courtroom, at the Law Shop and in sports competitions has been described as “high energy.” One of his law clerks even noted that the kinetic trial attorney “makes coffee nervous!” While Landau eschews the taste and smell of “boiled bean juice” (coffee), like his London England born grandfather Louis…
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With unseasonably warm temperatures, lots of athletes turned up in Ashburn to run on new roadways, including Russell Branch Parkway, Gloucester Parkway and Atwater Drive. The Jingle Bell Rock & Run provides funds directly to the INOVA “Life with Cancer” Foundation. This Foundation’s purpose is to enhance the quality of life for those affected by…
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While leading the Ironman 70.3 race, World Champion, Olympic Bronze Medalist and Super League superstar Vincent Luis was hit by a car. How did this happen? Making his debut at the Half Ironman distance in California this month, Luis had recovered from his pre-Olympic calf injury and seemed to be in top form. The Frenchman…
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Old Dominion Racing‘s “Chutzpah Chanukah 8 miler” at Fletcher’s Boathouse on the Potomac River enabled joggers, walkers & racers to burn some calories before enjoying latkes & other holiday treats. This race was unusual in that there was pre-race coffee, using genuine Israeli Ethiopian Falasha coffee; a later than usual start; and, an out &…
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The Henway Cidery 5K and 10K races made for wonderful fun out in Bluemont, Virginia last weekend. This Loudoun County farm hosted the Bishops Events races over the 5km & 10km distances, and was part of their popular “Sippin’ Series” of events. The venue was the Henway Hard Cider farm on Foggy Bottom Road…
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Since the start of the Lids on Kids brain injury prevention and free helmet distribution program nearly 10 years ago, Abrams Landau and its allies have met countless kids and distributed thousands of helmets to those who otherwise might not be able to afford it. Potowmack Elementary School was the latest in a string of…
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Grass, dirt, gravel and a little bit of pavement on the undulating cross country course at the Hartness Half Marathon & 5km races was the order of the day for Melissa & Doug Landau, who were in South Carolina for a dear friend’s wedding. Always on the lookout for a race when traveling, the Landaus…
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First of all, what happened? Distracted walking can lead to disastrous results! In a recent bike race, the leading cyclist was taken out by a pedestrian right in front of the Finish Line. Going full speed to the finish line of a 54-mile race, racers are focused on the cheers of the crowd and giving…
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Instead of a season opening “Tune up Tri,” Ina Nenninger & her merry race crew put on a reverse super sprint triathlon George mason university freedom fitness center. Starting with a 1.5 mile run, followed by a 4 mile one lap bike ride around University Drive and the roads adjacent to the Prince William County…
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