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Matthew Ryan Dybedahl and barefoot running

Last summer I started barefoot running after reading a book and a few articles online. So far I’ve enjoyed every aspect of it and can happily say I have suffered no injuries. I just recently read an interesting article from Men’s Fitness about barefoot running. Read it below. Here is a link to the original article: http://www.mensfitness.com/training/endurance/is-barefoot-running-really-better

 

Winning a gold medal in the Olympics marathon is one amazing feat, but doing it barefoot is an accomplishment on a whole new level.

Abebe Bikila ran sans shoes in the 1960 Olympics in Rome and took first place. Bikila’s shoes didn’t fit comfortably, so he ditched them pre-race. His choice was due to circumstances, but today’s runners are choosing to train and race without their sneakers in hopes of better performance results.

However, amidst all the buzz about the benefits of barefoot running today, new research finds that running shoeless isn’t necessarily better—and that correct running form is the more important factor when it comes to injury prevention and racing success, according to the Journal of Strength & Conditioning.

Barefoot runners strike with the forefoot during their stride, whereas athletic shoe wearers strike with their heel. Studies show that barefoot running causes more stress fractures, while athletes who opt for shoes suffer from more knee injuries. The study found that athletes who started running barefoot did it in hopes of increasing speed and avoiding injuries. Ironically, athletes who decided against the shoeless route did so because they thought it would negatively affect their training and possibly cause more injuries.

The bottom line: Research shows that if you run, you can get injured—barefoot or not. While there is no perfect option, it would be best to get a biomechanics assessment from a physical therapist to evaluate your stride and running form. If you do decide to ditch your sneakers, make the transition between bare feet and shoes a slow one, and put the emphasis on your form first. Proper training will help improve your running results and decrease your risk of injuries, whether you’re barefoot like Bikila or lacing up with athletic sneakers.


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Andrei Kirilenko talks about his first Brooklyn Nets start and double-double

Nice read on AK47

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The Brooklyn Nets have won on the road against the Lakers – 108-102 last night. It was Andrei Kirilenko’s 25th game with his new team and the first one he started. Right after the game Kirilenko talked with Pavel Osipov of Sport-Express.

Here’s my quick translation:

When did you learn that you would be put into the starting five against the Lakers?

During the team meeting in the morning.

What was your reaction?

(Laughs) Didn’t I ever start?

On the Brooklyn Nets, never.

Today there were reasons for this. First, Shaun Livingston got a minor injury. Second, we missed Kevin Garnett who doesn’t play in second games of back-to-backs.

You, on the other hand, have played too much in these last two games, setting season highs. First, 32 minutes against Golden State, then, less than a day later – almost 35 and a half against the Lakers. Isn’t it…

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Matthew Dybedahl and Minnesota Timberwolves

Matthew ryan Dybedahl really likes the timberwolves. Last night’s game versus the Heat was intense. Although Kevin Love really should have hit the game winner twice. Hopefully this year’s rookies will improve during the offseason and we can find a SG through the draft.


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Matthew dybedahl. Matthew ryan dybedahl. Vikings mock draft

Here’s a vikings mock draft from dailynorseman.com. Hope you enjoy. 

 

In this mock I used the fanspeak big board.

1.8 DE JADEVEON CLOWNEY SOUTH CAROLINA
2.8 DT RA’SHEDE HAGEMAN MINNESOTA
3.8 ILB CHRISTIAN JONES FLORIDA STATE
3.32 RB CARLOS HYDE OHIO STATE
4.8 QB A.J. MCCARRON ALABAMA
5.8 WR BRUCE ELLINGTON SOUTH CAROLINA
6.8 CB WALT AIKENS LIBERTY
7.8 G RYAN GROY WISCONSIN

I did not make any trades in this mock because I could not pass on the players that were there.

In the 1st round, if Clowney is there, then there is no way I pass. I could have attempted to trade down and still get Manziel or trade up with future picks to get him or Carr later. But the pattern in these mocks is Arizona taking a QB and the Browns taking one at 26 (when the Browns do not take one at #4).

Clowney is too good to pass up. Robison turns 32 next April. He can actually be traded this year and the Vikings would save 1 mil on the cap. I do not know if any team would trade for him but they might.

In round 2, I had a choice between Hageman, Van Noy, Lee, or maybe Moses. Marqise Lee would have been OK too but I wanted to go for the big boys. Having Clowney and Hageman inserted into the defensive line group is AWESOME! That is one heck of a front no?

I had to get a LB in round 3 and Christian Jones is still one of my favorites. He is being downgraded for doing whatever was necessary for Florida State. They had him rushing the passer as a DE last year quite often. If he would have stayed as a LB then his stock would be higher IMHO.

I could have went with someone else besides Carlos Hyde at the end of round 3 but he is just too tempting to pass up. Plus, I am worried about AP a little bit. We do not know what could happen two years from now. Having a back like Hyde would seem to be more assuring. Of course, backs can be found later in the draft too or even in free agency. I may decide to fore-go taking a back until later in the draft.

Obviously, I need to get a QB and McCarron in round 4 sounds about right to me (he probably will go higher). I thought about waiting until round 5 and get Brettt Smith but felt he would not be there.