Tiki Barber Talks About Preparing For The NYC Marathon
You would think that playing in the NFL was enough of a challenge for one athlete. For Tiki Barber it is just the opposite. Tiki is always looking for his next hill to climb. In this case that hill is the New York City marathon. This Sunday Tiki will be running along with many other athletes as they challenge themselves to beat last year’s time.
In Tiki’s fantastic NFL career he did experience the pain of a few injuries, but he always kept going. Now as he trains for this year’s marathon he looks to KT Tape to help when his body is in pain. If you are an athlete and have some pain, but still want to keep playing KT Tape is right for you. Whether you’re training for your first marathon, getting ready for your next game, reaching a personal fitness goal, or just trying to get through the day nothing slows you down faster than pain and injury. KT Tape is lightweight, comfortable to wear, and can be used for hundreds of common injuries such as lower back pain, knee pain, shin splints, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tennis elbow, just to name a few.
KT Tape not only looks good, but it also provides 24 hour relief per application for days at a time through sweat, strain and humidity, and can even be worn in water thanks to our specially designed adhesive.
I had the opportunity to chat with Tiki about training for the marathon. Here is what he said on how KT Tape has helped him out.
Art Eddy: You are running in the New York Marathon this year. Thanks to the folks at KT Tape for setting this interview up. How has KT Tape helped your training this year?
Tiki Barber: This is my second year running the marathon. Just like last year I am running it for CC and Amber Sabathia’s Pitch In Foundation. It helps inner city kids with educational and athletic activities to build self-esteem and hopefully fulfill any dreams that they have in life.
The marathon is actually a unique athletic challenge for me. I was built to run in short spurts. I would power my way for a touchdown. Being retried now for nine years I needed something else to do. Running has become a passion. The issue was that I got beat up as a football player. I tore my PCL in my right knee when I was a rookie. So when I started running finding a substance or a support application became very important for me in my right knee.
KT Tape has provided that. Like I said my PCL has laxity in the joints. KT Tape acts as a support system for my right knee, my quads and my hamstrings. It gives me the needed support. The most important thing about it is that it is flexible. It doesn’t restrict my movement when I run. 26.2 mile is a hike in a lot of different ways, but because I use KT Tape I can do it pain free.
Follow Tiki @TikiBarber on Twitter to see how he did in the marathon. Plus, make sure you check out KT Tape at @KTTape.
Oct 28th
Spike Lee Gets Another Signature Shoe From Jordan Brand
Just as Michael Jordan helped changed the way we look at sneakers so did Spike Lee. He was in those iconic Nike commercials with MJ that showcased the early models from the Air Jordan line. Spike Lee is slowly catching up with Jordan in regards to having signature kicks. Today, Jordan Brand launches the Spike Forty, the third silhouette in the Spike Lee Franchise. Following the Jordan Spizike and Jordan Son of Mars, the Spike Forty takes cues from Jordan Brand’s iconic shoe lineage and Lee’s own authentic bond with basketball — signified by a contract signed between the acclaimed filmmaker and his hometown team in 1990.
Jordan designers leveraged Tinker Hatfield’s sketch vault and iconic aspects of the Air Jordan V, the game shoe unveiled in 1990, in creating the Spike Forty. The shoe features a clear outsole, reflective material and lace toggle — all reminiscent of the Air Jordan V — as well as additional details on the lace tips and tongue. The modern, crafted textile and molded TPU based upper represent Jordan DNA, while a phylon midsole with heel unit zoom air adds comfort.
The Spike Forty is available at select retail stores and Jordan.com for a suggested retail price of $180. Multiple colorways of the Spike Forty will land throughout the holiday season. Starting December 1, the Spike Forty will be available to customize on NikeID.
Oct 28th
These World Series Cocktails Are A Home Run
What a game last night. The Kansas City Royals edged out the New York Mets in Game 1 of the World Series. It was a bit of back and forth, but it took 14 innings to declare a winner. It was a long and crazy night. Tonight’s game has a lot to live up to. To make sure you have a great night you should try these baseball inspired cocktails from Jack Daniel’s.
With the HOME RUN APPLE, Mets fans can pay homage to one of their team’s top traditions – The Giant Home Run Apple. The ROYAL “JACK” is perfect for Royals fans who want to enjoy a smooth cold beverage you can cheers with every time your team gets a knock
If you don’t have a horse in the race then make the BASES-LOADED. It is for fans torn between teams and allows you to keep neutral with this crisp beverage garnished with a grapefruit peel.
HOME-RUN APPLE
Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire
1 oz. Apple Juice
Ginger beer
Directions: Shake Jack Fire with apple juice and ice. Strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with apple slices.
THE ROYAL “JACK”
Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire
1 oz. White Peach Puree
Irish Style Red Ale
Directions: Shake Tennessee Fire with puree. Strain over ice in a pint glass. Top with ale. Garnish with a peach slice or orange slice.
BASES LOADED
Ingredients:
¾ oz. Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel
¾ oz. Aperol
¾ oz. Sloe Gin
¾ oz. Pineapple Juice
Directions: Shake all with ice and strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a grapefruit peel.
Oct 28th
Russell Westbrook Shows Off His Powerstance
Not only is Russell Westbrook is gearing up for his NBA season to start, but he is also getting ready things off the court. As you can imagine Westbrook is a very busy guy so thankfully Mtn Dew has their Kickstart to help him conquer the day.
So right in time for tipoff, new NBA partner Mtn Dew is helping to kick things off with a new Mtn Dew Kickstart TV commercial featuring DEW athlete Russell Westbrook and his stylish-self. Below you can check out his new Mtn Dew ad called “Powerstance.”
Mtn Dew Kickstart, introduced two new flavors earlier this year – Pineapple Orange Mango and Strawberry Kiwi – joining previously released Mtn Dew Kickstart Orange Citrus and Mtn Dew Kickstart Fruit Punch, introduced to offer consumers an entirely new alternative to traditional morning beverages, along with Mtn Dew Kickstart Black Cherry and Mtn Dew Kickstart Limeade, geared to get DEW Nation ready for the night.
Oct 27th
Jordan Brand Opens New Store In Chicago
Even though Michael Jordan has been out of the league as a player for a while his signature sneaker line is stronger than ever. To prove that fact Jordan Brand just opened up a new store in the city where he won six championships.
It has been over 30 years since the Windy City first embraced Michael Jordan as its own. The champion’s hard work and perseverance summarily proved the designation “Greatest Of All Time” or “GOAT” irrefutable. Last week 32 South State Street opened in Chicago, linking this extraordinary heritage to the future of Jordan Brand.
In partnership with Footaction, the store operates as a pinnacle retail experience that celebrates the performance, style and soul of the brand. Located directly above the 32 South State Street store, Station 23 aims to serve elite high school athletes from the local community who are looking to take their game to the next level. The training lab, created with Michael Jordan’s own commitment to training in mind, incorporates workout sessions by some of the most talented trainers in the Chicago area. It also features digital training stations, a basketball court and a premiere strength and conditioning facility.
At Station 23’s customization booth, fans are able to put personal touches on Jordan Brand apparel and footwear. On site machines provide custom vinyl applique, patches and direct to garment image printing.
For more information on the new Jordan Brand home in Chicago, visit 32SouthState.com and use the hashtag #FromChicagoForChicago to be part of the conversation.
Oct 26th
Marvel Unveils The Incredible Phase Two Blu-ray Collection
Not only did Marvel do a fantastic job on all of the Phase Two films in the Marvel Universe, but they just stepped up their game with their new Phase Two collection pack. Marvel’s Ant-Man releasing on Blu-ray December 8th marks the end of MARVEL CINEMATIC UNIVERSE: PHASE TWO. Fans can now celebrate with this action-packed 13-disc collector’s set. The limited-edition, 13-Disc Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase Two Collection invites you to hold the greatest power in the cosmos in your grasp – an orb containing one of the legendary Infinity Stones! Plus Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray™ and Digital Copies of all Phase 2 films, in collectible packaging designed by artist Matt Ferguson. This set overflows with stunning Marvel memorabilia, including a gold-foiled page from the book of Dark Elves, an ancient drawing from the Morag vault, Avengers and S.T.R.I.K.E. uniform patches, a replica of the Tony Stark tattoo from Iron Man 3 and much more!
Check out all the goodies from the Power Of The Marvel Cinematic Universe with these action-packed 13-Disc collector’s set.
MARVEL CINEMATIC UNIVERSE: PHASE TWO
The Collector’s Edition Available December 8th Exclusively on Amazon. The limited edition, 13-Disc Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase Two Collection invites you to hold the greatest power in the cosmos in your grasp – an orb containing one of the legendary Infinity Stones! Plus Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray™ and Digital Copies of all Phase 2 films, in collectible packaging designed by artist Matt Ferguson. This set overflows with stunning Marvel memorabilia, including a gold-foiled page from the book of Dark Elves, an ancient drawing from the Morag vault, Avengers and S.T.R.I.K.E. uniform patches, a replica of the Tony Stark Tattoo from Marvel’s Iron Man 3, and much more!
You can preorder now only at Amazon by clicking here.
Included in this set is
Marvel’s Iron Man 3 (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + Digital Copy)
Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + Digital Copy)
Marvel’s Captain America: The Winter Soldier (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + Digital Copy)
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + Digital Copy)
Avengers: Age of Ultron (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + Digital Copy)
Marvel’s Ant-Man (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + Digital Copy)
1:1 Prop Replica of the Orb
PLUS an Exclusive Bonus Content Disc with 166 minutes of bonus material and more! Journey back through Marvel’s Phase 2 films, from its launch in Iron Man 3 through its fulfillment in Ant-Man, to see how individual characters grow and change, how their relationships with each other evolve over time, and how the universe itself expands with each story. Listen to filmmakers discuss the first set of Phase 3 films– Marvel’s Captain America: Civil War, Marvel’s Doctor Strange, and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy 2 – and discover there are no limits to the adventure!
Oct 23rd
SMIRNOFF Goes OG On Moscow Mule
Earlier this week SMIRNOFF Vodka released their second iteration of the Exclusively for Everybody campaign titled “The Road Trip” starring actors and comedians T.J. Miller and Thomas Middleditch.
T.J. and Thomas embarked on a road trip from Hollywood to New York Comic Con to pitch a new superhero movie and, as expected from the two comedians, the trip is quite entertaining! In one stop, T.J. and Thomas learn about the history of the Moscow Mule – which is actually not created by Dave nor in Moscow – but invented in LA, in 1941, and by SMIRNOFF Vodka. Thus, T.J. naming his cocktail the “OG LA Moscow Mule.”
“OG LA MOSCOW MULE”
Ingredients
1.5 oz. SMIRNOFF No. 21 Vodka
3 oz. Ginger beer
1 tsp Simple syrup
.25 oz. Lime juice
1 slice Lime
Directions: In a copper mug with ice, add SMIRNOFF No. 21 Vodka, simple syrup and lime juice. Top with ginger beer and stir. Garnish with a lime slice.
The Exclusively for Everybody campaign, which launched last year with Alison Brie and Adam Scott, continues the mission to show that good times are better when everyone is included.
Oct 22nd
Create Your Own Sneaker With YourReebok
Have you ever wanted to customize your own sneaker? Do you have an outfit that doesn’t match your kicks? Well now with YourReebok you can create a shoe as unique as you are. There are so many different ways to design your shoe that the possibilities are endless. From classic leather to patent leather to nubuck to other material you can find your own style.
The process can be quick or you can spend a decent amount of time at MyReebok cooking up some cool ideas for each shoe that Reebok allows you to create. The sneakers starts off like a blank canvas and you got a great color pallette all at the click of your mouse.
Whether you are a sneakerhead or just looking for something that is original you will have a blast working on your exclusive shoe. You can even add words on the back of the shoe. Like I said before the possibilities are endless. All you need to do is just use your imagination and let your ideas fly.
YourReebok custom site have been busy over the summer designing some delectable fabric designs to give your footwear a much needed pop for Fall. Available for the ever popular InstaPump Fury for Men’s shoes and FuryLite styles for Men’s, Women’s and Kids shoes, the new fabric materials in mesh and nylon incorporate a heavy 90s feel and line art inspirations in a dizzying variety of colors and prints.
The new fabric designs include:
•Hot Dog – a fun hot dog print in red, blue and black
•Hot Dog Neon Sign – another hot dog print in neon in black
•Lunch Lady – reminiscent of tabletops in black, lush orchid, mint glow and vivid tangerine
•Dead and Gone – reminiscent of notebooks in vital blue and black
•After School Special – featuring cartoons of skateboards, hamburgers, flamingos, cassette tapes and more – in white, grey, and B&W line art versions
•Electronic Noise – a TV inspired static print in black, fierce fuchsia, glass green
•Express Yourself – a squiggly print in black, fierce fuchsia, collegiate navy, white
The custom designs range in price from $95 to $155 depending on the graphics you choose. The shoes typically take 1 month to deliver to your doorstep.
Here is my own show that I created.
So what are you waiting for? You can make you own kicks by going to http://www.reebok.com/us/customize. Let your creativity take over and create a one of a kind sneaker.
Oct 22nd
Get Ready For The Air Jordan VIII Three Times A Charm
When the Chicago Bulls had their first three-peat Michael Jordan was rocking the Air Jordan VIII. He was showing his dominance in the NBA as he guided the Bulls to a third straight championship. To celebrate MJ’s three-peat Nike is releasing a classic retro Jordan sneaker in a new colorway.
The Air Jordan VIII Retro returns, with the newest colorway paying tribute to Chicago’s first three-peat championship season, while taking color cues from each of the three defeated teams. Vivid hues invigorate the white- and black-based shoe, in addition to the Infrared-toned Jumpman highlighted on the new tongue label. Get yours October 24 on Nike.com.
Oct 21st
Guitar Hero Rolls Out The Red Carpet For Celebrities
The very interactive video game Guitar Hero is coming back with their latest version from EA Games. To make everyone feel like a rock star Activision and FreeStyle Games celebrated the long-awaited and highly anticipated music video game, Guitar Hero Live.
There were celebrity guests including Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross, Ashley Tisdale, Vanessa Hudgens and LA Clippers’ Paul Pierce gathered at the YouTube Space LA to experience the new game and watch an intimate performance by weezer.
During the party Ashley Tisdale and Vanessa Hudgens embraced each other as they walked on the red carpet while Paul Pierce’s family attended the Guitar Hero Live launch party and played the new game all together. Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross talked about their plans for Halloween, sharing Jagger might be dressed as a lion and Bronx will be a video game.
Are you hyped up for this game?
Oct 20th
