The topical ointment doesn't relieve nasal congestion per se, but the powerful odour “tricks” the mind into believing that one is breathing through an unblocked nose, aiding and improving respiration. The menthol odour apparently opens up the chest so that players can take a full breath in.
Why do soccer players put Vicks in their nose? There was a common misconception that the lovely bit of goo was actually mucus, which is a decent enough shout given footballers' love for blowing delicious snot rockets. Read More...
NCAA D1 Issues Waiver to Allow Immediate Eligibility After Transfer. The NCAA has issued a 'blanket waiver' that will allow all Division I student-athletes to transfer and compete immediately this season if they meet 4 specific criteria. They must be enrolled full time at the school for the fall 2020 term.NCAA D1 Issues Waiver to Allow Immediate Eligibility After Transfer. The NCAA has issued a 'blanket waiver' that will allow all Division I student-athletesstudent-athletes Read More...
The average speed in an Alphine Skiing downhill event is 60mph per hour (96km), while in super g events the speed is slightly lower due to obstacles on the track, athletes competing in super g reach speeds of 50mph per hour.
Is downhill or super-G faster? Super giant slalom, or super-G, is a racing discipline of alpine skiing. Along with the faster downhill, it is regarded as a "speed" event, in contrast to the technical events giant slalom and slalom. Read More...