Posted June 26, 2013in Locker Room
It’s loud, it’s dirty and it will make every other man in the room feel somewhat insignificant in its presence. It’s monster truck time in Des Moines once again. Monster truck racing typically involves men who hail from the rural pockets of the U.S. who have loads of free time
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Posted June 19, 2013in Locker Room
Something that could have easily been started by a bored teenager grounded to his room has evolved into an intense competition. Handball is a simple game that requires only a ball and a wall, but once inside the court, players compete in a high-intensity game that never lets up until
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Posted June 12, 2013in Locker Room
There’s nothing better than getting outside on a gorgeous day and working up a sweat — not that uncomfortable sweat that makes a person feel he or she ought to be rushing home to change a shirt and reapply the deodorant. This is the sweat that happens all over after
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Posted June 05, 2013in Locker Room
As the saying goes, it’s like riding a bike. And once you learn to ride, you’ll never forget how. This weekend marks a few different opportunities to recapture those magical memories of childhood on two wheels. Here are a few to consider: Tour the Raccoon: This two-day tour is designed
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Posted May 29, 2013in Locker Room
Arnold Schwarzenegger. Lou Ferrigno. SNL’s Hans and Franz. If you know the names, then you know what these men have in common: professional bodybuilding. These are men who have taken physical fitness to the extreme, transforming their bodies into real-life Hulks, save for the green pigment. To some, this sport
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Posted May 22, 2013in Locker Room
The saying around the track is that if you think racing is boring to watch, then you’ve never seen it live. Well, for those naysayers out there, here’s your chance. The Lucas Oil Knoxville Championship Cup Series is the United States’ premier 410, 360 and 305 sprint car series, with
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Posted May 15, 2013in Locker Room
Here in Des Moines, we have our share of 10K challenges. It seems like every weekend someone is raising money for a worthy cause at the minimal cost of running with some friends. Sure some folks compete with one another, but the goal isn’t to come out on top; it’s
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Posted May 08, 2013in Locker Room
The 11th Annual Asian Heritage Festival, CelebrAsian, is rich in Asian culture year after year, and a big part of that culture is sports and athletic agility, skill and mastership. Warrior Spirit Open Martial Arts Competition “The Warrior Spirit Competition is about getting students to prepare for upcoming tournaments and
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Posted May 01, 2013in Locker Room
There’s something about Western movies that makes every guy think he’s Clint Eastwood and every woman think she’s a southern belle. Location has plenty to do with it for women, and most tales take place near the border or somewhere in Texas. For men, it’s the image of the Marlboro
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Posted April 24, 2013in Locker Room
Once again we find ourselves rounding the curve and getting ready for another exciting weekend of track and field at the famous blue oval. This year’s Drake Relays, presented by Hy-Vee, is shaping up to be one to remember, especially since the announcement of several 2012 London Olympic Games rematches
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