Having raced (and crashed) in races in Italy, Canada and elsewhere where the city streets are closed off and competitors bike and run at top speeds around 90 degree corners and hairpin turns, I appreciate the steps taken by race directors to provide protection to participants and spectators alike. The Associated Press reported today that…
Continue readingIn past posts, I have discussed sports and recreational activities other than swimming, running and biking that I and my family engage in. Another activity that we enjoy is camping. We had the opportunity to camp out during the “Tour of Oregon” bicycle tour. We also have camped out with CANUSA in the Canadian Rockies,…
Continue readingTriathlon Trial Lawyer Doug Landau’s listing of notable races 2008, 2009. The Athletes Lawyer has registered for, will attend or intends to do those events noted by an * Note that there are many excellent race calendars. What Doug Landau has here are races that are unique, “under the radar” or special because of: the…
Continue readingWhen the temperatures are warm outside, it is easy to get in and get your yardage. But when it is cold, courage and an ability to fight off hypothermia are required. Several strategies that have worked for me include: Long sleeved wetsuit Shirts on under wet suit Double capping or wearing a thick, neoprene cap…
Continue readingEvery year, more than 3.5 million children ages 14 and over receive medical treatment for sport-related injuries including falls, collisions, concussions, heat illness and overexertion, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. And more than 775,000 are treated in emergency rooms, reports the American College of Sports Medicine. What can be done to reduce…
Continue readingJAMA (The Journal of the American Medical Association) is one of the world’s preeminent, peer-reviewed medical science periodicals. A study by Harborview Injury Prevention and Research Center, in Seattle, Washington, looked at the “Effectiveness of bicycle safety helmets in preventing head injuries.” JAMA published the work of D. C. Thompson, F. P. Rivara and R.…
Continue readingTriathlonTrialLawyer Doug Landau suggests there are several indicators to look for when selecting a Sports Medicine specialist. Sports medicine is not a certified medical specialty. You will not find a “Board Certified Sports Medicine Doctor” or “Board Certified Team Physician.” However doctors who have completed a CAQ (Certificate of Advanced Educational Specialization) are recognized by…
Continue readingTriathlonTrialLawyer Doug Landau’s doctor ordered a thallium stress test after recent difficulties breathing. The purpose of this procedure was to determine whether exercise causes a decreased blood flow to the heart muscle. If so, the doctors can determine whether the blood flow improves with rest. The testing also looks for disturbances in heart rhythm which…
Continue readingDate:Sunday, November 09, 2008 at 8:00 AM Venue:Rock Creek Park Address:Race begins between the FitzGerald Tennis Center and Carter Barron Amphitheatre, Washington, DC 20008 Brief Description: The 5K Race for Justice begins promptly at 8 am. Food and water will be available to participants before and after the race. Prizes will be awarded for: first…
Continue readingHaving gotten penalties in only the last 3 years after 30 years of racing, my first inclination is to find out what the alleged infraction was for, and then educate myself so as not to do it again, and finally to continue to try to improve. I have never threatened a referee or race official,…
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