December 31, 2009
by Wesley Terry
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I was listening to NPR at work today when I came across this story: Click here for Story. It is really uplifting to know that actions sports are though of internationally as a way to transcend ones life. Even in Afghanistan. … Continue reading
December 13, 2009
by jessematthews
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Check out this article I found recently about how skateboarding has helped some veterans diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) after returning from war. This seems to be one of the many ways action sports can be therapeutic. http://www.skatepark.org/news/latest/skateparks-a-cure-for-post-traumatic-stress.html
December 3, 2009
by jessematthews
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“WaWa Park”, as it’s often called (because it sits next to a WaWa… park website) is a township-operated skatepark on Rt. 100 in West Chester. The park consists of multiple Skatewave ramps, sitting on a tennis court-like surface. There is … Continue reading
December 1, 2009
by jessematthews
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I realize we’ve been touting some of the more obvious benefits of action sports, but this article mentioned a few that are less apparent- some I didn’t even think of. I realize that I italicized much of the article, but … Continue reading
December 1, 2009
by jessematthews
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There is a growing body of research, shedding light on the reality of “danger” found in action sports, like skateboarding. The general public is often wrong about this, taking their information from stereotypes, rather than having any facts to support … Continue reading