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Protein shakes, energy gel, vitamins, oh my! In an interview, triathlete and running expert Andreas Butz explains what nutrition runners really need. Read up on what constitutes a healthy diet when jogging and which nutritional mistakes you should avoid.

Riding leisurly through the mountains or riding a daring trail - there's a bike for every discipline. In this article, we'll explain the differences between mountain bikes, what Hardtail or Fully means and help you find which mountain bike best suits you.

Too much dirt will shorten the life of your bike. With regular maintenance, however, can prevent avoidable wear and tear. In this article, we'll explain to you how to clean city, mountain and road bike properly, how to oil the bicycle chain properly and whether expensive special cleaning agents are worth the hassle.

If you want to play hockey, being able to skate and shoot well are a good start. You'll also need the right equipment so you don't get hurt. In this article, we'll answer all your questions: what hockey equipment you'll need, how much it costs and how to wear it properly.

While half of all gamers are female, only few women are part of the professional esports scene. We have asked Natalie Denk, co-founder of the "League of Girls", why women are so underrepresented and what needs to change so that women can play a larger part of the industry.

Who are the world's best keepers and what makes them so special? We get to the bottom of this question and take a closer look at the world's best keepers of years past.

It's simple, fun and keeps you fit - riding bike is something we can all do. So why not with your faithful companion? We will explain to you which dogs are suitable for cycling, how fast and far you can travel with your four-legged friend and how you can get your pet used to cycling.

There are countless esports games that inspire people all over the world. But which are the most popular eSports games worldwide? We'll not only introduce you to the seven games that rule the international eSports community, but also reveal exciting facts about them.

Are you looking for an original gift for an athletic friend? Well you've come to the right place. A self-designed, custom jersey is a heart-warming gift that will last for years. Get inspired to create with ideas from this article and make a custom jersey for a basketball, running, soccer, or hockey enthusiast in your life.

When is a penalty in hockey given? And what punishment does a cross check actually entail? Not only do we explain what hockey penalties there are and what the most common hockey fouls are, but we also tell you about penalty records!

We expect much from them, and they are not particularly cheap - sports jerseys. To ensure you can wear them for seasons to come, proper care is crucial. We'll therefore explain what you need to pay attention to when washing, what you should avoid at all costs and how to care for your jersey properly between washes.

Basketball is your passion? Are you planning on coaching a team? Well you need to be well prepared. Here you will learn everything about the basics of basketball training and how to put together an optimal training session. In this interview, sports psychologist, coach and trainer coach Dr. Sebastian Altfeld will reveal his best tips from planning to execution.

Four yards - that is the difference between US and EU rink sizes. But what does a smaller rink mean for the American game? What does a hockey rink look like? We have the answers for you.

Professional gaming is not yet an official sport, but the hype is still real. esports tournaments are on the rise and captivate thousands of spectators live or on screen. But what are the biggest esports tournaments? And where do they take place? We have taken a closer look at five of the world's biggest esports events. Immerse yourself with us in the world of electronic sports.

Cohesion plays a decisive role in every team, because it has a great influence on motivation and thus on the success of the team. Sports psychologist and team coach Markus Flemming reveals in an interview why team spirit is so important and what helps to strengthen a sense of togetherness and team spirit and motivate the team.

What are the positions in hockey? And above all: what are their respective tasks? We take a close look at goalie, wingers, centers and defensemen.

Overweight, unfit and unkempt - the clichés about gamers persist. But are they true? We at owayo take a closer look at this stereotype and find out just how important nutrition and fitness really are in esports training.

Exhausted, tired, or just beat up: this is how athletes who are affected by overtraining feel. We asked Prof. Lars Donath from the German Sports University Cologne (DSHS) and Dr. Oliver Faude from the University of Basel what is meant by overtraining, how you can recognize it and how you can avoid overtraining altogether.

Whoever takes their shirt off in soccer gets a yellow card. So why do so many players do it? Why does this rule exist in the first place? Well, we found an answer for you by taking a close look at the FIFA rule.

Slap shots send the puck cruising at speeds over 100 mph. The puck is also able to fly over the ice at a high speed. The slap shot is pivotal in a game. In this article, we talked to the hockey professional Matthias Plachta. He explains not only which shooting techniques there are, but also which exercises help improve your technique.

The sanction takes place immediately: this definitely applies to soccer, especially if the referee has not slept well. In what cases does the referee give a yellow card? How long has the red card existed for? And what is the difference between a penalty and a free kick? We'll get to the bottom of all these questions and many more here.

If you are new to the game of basketball, terms like goaltending, backcourt violation or shot clock might be the cause of some confusion. Don't worry, though, we have put together a crash course in the rules of basketball so you no longer have to feel left out of those conversations around the water cooler.

Computer and video games have become an established part of society. Esports have developed from a niche sport to a professional and international sport with prize money in the millions. In our expert interview with journalist and presenter Konni Winkler, we have everything you need to know about esports.

Whether it's the Pittsburgh Penguins of the famous National Hockey League or the Cologne Sharks of the German Hockey League - hockey teams all over the world are often named after animals. We have examined why this is and where the names actually come from. All the answers and even more facts about this exciting topic can be found here.

Whether as a player or spectator, soccer gets us off our feet. The beginning of the fascination starts thousands of years ago. Learn about the history of soccer with our interactive timeline and learn more about your favorite sport!

Let’s take a look at the 100+ year history of the sports jersey - from the cotton shirt to modern high-tech sportswear. In the last century, not only the material, but also the design of the jersey has changed drastically.