Naoko Aminaka

Curious about those multicolored strips you see on the skin of professional athletes? Commonly known as kinesiology tape, these elastic strips are purported to help individuals heal faster from an injury by increasing blood and lymph flow. But does it really work? Learn what the research says about the true benefits of kinesiology tape.

How experienced and knowledgeable are the volunteers coaching youth sports? After all, they’re responsible for keeping kids safe, whether on the field or during practice. Though no one expects these valiant volunteers to have advanced degrees in exercise science, this exclusive ACE study exposes alarming gaps in qualifications for those who coach youth sports.