I have used mouthguards in various sports, from ice hockey to some beginner sparring at boxing, and one thing I have noticed is that people often mix them with nightguards, at least on some level. However, they are widely different even though they appear to work the same. So, what’s the difference between a mouthguard…
Eye black is used for various reasons, but I think we all can agree that a proper eye black application looks fierce and amazing! It’s that real sports spirit! There are big variations between eye black products where some are better than others. That’s why I created this resource about the best eye black sticks…
There are countless mouthguards or mouthpieces, whatever you want to call them, available. However, a mouthguard for braces is different because regular ones won’t fit well and can even be dangerous when doing high contact sports. Before moving on to the mouthguards themselves, I want to make sure that you know what you should look…
A mouthguard is a small yet important piece of equipment for various sports, from football to lacrosse. The mouthguard fit must be precise to do its protective meaning comfortably and effectively. So, how should a mouthguard fit? A mouthguard should fit among initial molars (covering gums and teeth) and allow breathing, speaking, and drinking by…
The most common cause of blisters in sports is friction, causing the outer layer of skin to separate from the layers beneath. This makes fluid fill the gap between skin layers, creating a painful and irritating blister. Blisters can become an issue whether you play football, soccer, lacrosse, tennis, or any other sports where you’re…
Getting a new pair of football cleats is always a great feeling, as it is with most things that are new, shiny, and ready to be used. However, the benefit of using football cleats is that they conform to your feet’ shape, making them much more comfortable to wear. In contrast, a pair of cleats…
Football is a sport of countless details and things both players and fans do. One of them is armbands that often lift conversation and wonder. Why do football players wear armbands, and what’s their purpose? Stick with me, and you’ll learn just that, among other things! Football players wear bands on their arms only for…
When I first heard about point-shaving, my mind immediately went to razorblades, beards, and mustaches. However, already then, I reasoned that body hair and sharp blades couldn’t be involved as the context doesen’t match. I know what an intelligent detective I am. I started to research the subject and saw many people asking about point-shaving…
As a person who has spent a lot of time in Europe, I find it hilarious that soccer is called football practically everywhere but in the United States, where football is known as American football to the rest of the world. I have often wondered why this is, and so have many members of my…