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It takes a certain type of person to become a “runner.” Dedication and determination are two key components of regularly running, taking up marathons and participating in local running groups. Running is a great way to maintain your health, relieve stress and get in touch with your well-being. These Twitter feeds will keep you motivated and offer running tips and tricks to make your run a smooth one. Companies and Organizations These companies and organizations are using Twitter to keep up with the public.

1. @halfmarathons : This is the Twitter feed for the online guide devoted to helping people condition and train for half-marathons.. 2. @runningtimes : This online magazine tweets and is a great source for runners. 3. @Flotrack : Follow this site for tips on conditioning and amazing video footage of top track and field runners. 4. @B_A_A : This is the official Twitter account of the Boston Marathon. Learn how and when to sign up. 5. @NYRunningCo : The store that’s for runners by runners and tweets about functional merchandise for athletes. 6. @TeamStrands : This is the Twitter home of a post-collegiate team with Olympic hopefuls. Follow it for inspiration and news on these budding stars. 7. @Runnerworld : Get all of your running news and tips from the web’s favorite source.. 8. @65MilesForKids : This marathon is dedicated to helping the kids and supports child healthcare and education. 9. @INGRunnerNation : ING is a huge advocate of runners and has the constant tweets with tips and helpful RTs to prove it. 10. @NewBalBoston : Follow this elite running team as they conquer races worldwide while maintaining full-time jobs and families. 11. @worldrunday : Cities all over the globe are participating in this year’s World Run Day. Find out about hosting a marathon in your town. All proceeds going to charity. 12. @GlobeMarathon : The Boston Globe tweets all marathon news right to your screen. 13. @MS Run the US : Check out the feed for this runner who founded the America for MS run. 14. @running_skirts : This company is eager to interact with female runners and have a loyal clientele that send in action shots of running in skirts! 15. @Cool_Running : The Twitter account for the online guide to running, which includes the famous couch-to-5K plan.

Runners and Bloggers to Follow on Twitter These are the top runners and bloggers who cover running and tweet about it!

16. @NYDNrunning : The New York Daily News writer blogs about training for her first marathon. 17. @amarathoner_com : This runner tweets with a passion for running and if you’re impressed by this you have to read his blog…talk about intense! 18. @BrennanAnnie : Constant motivation and encouragement come from this blogger who runs, bikes and swims. 19. @Coupleontherun : This couple tweet and run together, proving running must be the ultimate stress reliever. 20. @runningbebe : This runner offers great advice for training on Twitter and at her website. 21. @MamacitaTri : Tri-athalons are this mom’s game and she’s always offering enthusiastic support to runners on Twitter. 22. @BklynRunner : This runner is fun on Twitter, but the real party happens at her blog where it’s non-stop training tips and marathon recaps. 23. @PunkRockRuner : Be prepared for the lighter side of running with this runner who blogs about his tri-athalon exploits. 24. @PinkChickRunner : This blogger started tri-athalons at the age of 55. Follow her tweets for motivation and inspiration to get you running. 25. @runs2eat : This mom is ready to run and has great tips, including snack ideas for athletes. 26. @weightinvain : Follow this Chicago runner and she looks to get in shape and lose the weight for good. 27. @rgulrjoerunning : This regular Joe provides running tips through his Twitter feed and his website. 28. @RunMikeRun : This guy’s training for his first half-marathon and tweets all about it. 29. @run_girl_run : This runner tweets about her training exploits and also has a running website that’s packed with including delicious recipes to fuel you. 30. @iRun2BeFit : It’s all running tweets all of the time as this blogger preps for her first marathon. 31. @runninglam : This NYC-based running blogger tweets about his training and pens a stellar blog with tracks and tips for runners in the area. 32. @runningbecause : He’s a runner and writes about it for a living. Follow his tweets because he’s a pro on the subject. 33. @seattlerungirl : This Seattle-based blogger is getting in shape and writing all about it. 34. @RunAttitude : Get ready for positivity and encouragement from this running blogger. 35. @iRunnerBlog : The main Twitter account for the iRunner website, this guy talks the talk and walks the walk when it comes to running. 36. @NordicMoxie : Just her tweets will be enough to get you outside and moving, since she does more physical activity in a day than most of us do all week (sad, but true). 37. @gpsrunner : Did you know your GPS can aide your running? Learn how from this blogger who writes on the subject. 38. @runnerNYC : This runner is always looking to interact with fellow athletes on Twitter. 39. @runpdx : This mom is a runner who’s now training for tri-athalons and has a husband who participates in IronMan. Those must be some fit kids! 40. @Running_Fox : Dance Mind is penned by an anonymous professional ballerina in conjunction with her therapist and talks about the trials that come with this demanding job . 41. @idiotrunner : This former smoker is getting a handle on health by taking up running. 42. @AndSoiRan : Follow this health blogger as she whips into shape and discovers running. There is tons of advice for runners of all stages at her site. 43. @RunUltras : It’s mostly running chatter from this marathon vet who knows a thing or two about training. 44. @fatmenrunning : Big guys who are training can get inspiration and tips from this guy who’s doing the same. 45. @SeeKrisRun : This health nut is in the biz, knows what it takes to train and isn’t afraid to share her secrets. 46. @runjohnerun : Follow this Bostonian as he trains for the big day (and we aren’t talking about a wedding). 47. @TriciaRunning : This mom runs, proving to the rest of us, there’s no such thing as being “too busy” to be in shape. 48. @runnerkelly : This Austinite runs marathons and is always one to lend running advice on Twitter. 49. @lucky7runner : This runner provides constant Twitter updates and while she no longer writes her blog, the archives are full of tips and positivity for runners. 50. @runnersrambles : This blogger writes about running 24/7 and is eager to share smart tips.

Runners all over the world are uniting through social media. Learn tricks for beginning to train to making it through your first marathon with the constant stream of chatter on Twitter revolving around the subculture of runners.

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Fencing is one of the oldest sports in existence, being one of only four sports that have appeared in each one of the modern Olympic Games. Male and female fencers alike say they enjoy the sport for its intellectual aspects, for the strategy, for the adrenaline rush of the competition, and for the intense physical challenges. In different parts of America, you’ll find kids as young as 5 years old learning how to fence, you’ll find businessmen skipping lunch for fencing bouts, and young adults winning scholarships for their fencing skill. If you are an avid fencer or would like to learn more, we recommend these top 35 fencing blogs. Olympic Fencers’ Blogs Our Olympic fencers are among the most passionate advocates for the sport. You’ll enjoy these.

1. Blog for Kurt Aichele : Kurt Aichele, member of the USA Fencing team, updates his blog at USA Fencing frequently. 2. Blog for Tim Morehouse : Tim Morehouse, silver medalist in the 2008 Olympic Games, writes this blog about his Olympic journey and his activities on USA Fencing. 3. Tim Morehouse : Tim Morehouse has his most active blog here. Recent posts include videos from different fencing events and reports from the National Fencing Championships. 4. Jason Rogers: Official Website : Jason Rogers, a USA Fencing member, silver medalist, and Ohio State University graduate, has his official website here. 5. NBC Universal Sports : Get coverage of Olympic sports all year at NBC Universal Sports.

Fencing Club Blogs Fencing clubs all over the country are online; see what they’re saying!

6. NYU Women’s Fencing Blog : The members of the NYU women’s fencing team write about the sport. 7. NC Fencing dot org : The North Carolina region of the US Fencing Association shares news and events at this blog. 8. Greensboro Fencers Club : Greensboro Fencers’ Club is another example of a local fencing club that is passionate about their sport. 9. Jen’s Blog – Mid-South Fencers’ Club : Jen Oldham is a coach at the Mid-South Fencers’ Club who blogs regularly about fencing topics such as “Fencing For A Lifetime” and “10 Reasons To Keep Fencing Over The Summer.” 10. Matt’s Blog – Mid-South Fencers’ Club : Matthew Cox coaches fencing at the Mid-South Fencing Club also, and he brings many years of experience refereeing the sport at its highest level. 11. Houston Fencing Club : Read news and events from Salle Mauro, the premier Houston fencing club. 12. Mary Washington Fencing Club : The Mary Washington Fencing Club’s blog discusses current fencing events, club meetings, and movie nights. 13. The Point. : Olympia Fencing, a fencing academy in St. Louis, is the first of its kind in the area and aims to get kids and parents involves on their website. 14. Miami Fencing Scene : The Miami Fencing Club keeps its members posted about goings-on in the club and in the world of fencing in general. 15. jmcgilli’s blog : Jim McGillivray is a teacher at Bloomington Fencing who offers strategies and points to ponder on his fencing blog. 16. Jason Dazey’s blog : Jason Dazey, one of the coaches at the Bloomington Fencing Club, discusses the lessons learned in class as well as strategy. 17. jtn’s blog : JTN blogs about his experience in fencing tournaments.

Personal Fencing Blogs Fencing is an extremely personal “team sport,” as most fencers will tell you. These fencers share their experiences from the strip, product reviews, event notes, and video.

18. Sentiment De Fer : Sentiment de Fer, a fencing blog written by a woman, was updated from 2005 to 2008. 19. Craig’s Fencing Blog : Craig has been blogging on Fencing.net since 2007, which led to his invitation to blog fencing at the Beijing Olympic Games. 20. A Fencer’s Musings : Steve Sin is an American saber fencer who lives in Seoul, South Korea. 21. The Gray Epee : Jim Kent from North Carolina started fencing at the age of 51 and records his progress here. 22. Peach-Fencing.Net : Peach is a Pennsylvania teacher who has been fencing for 16 years and enjoys using sabre. 23. Qatet-Fencing.Net : “Qatet” is a female fencing coach in Austin, Texas who has introspective posts on tournaments and the mental aspect of competition. 24. lindajdunn – Fencing.Net : Linda J. Dunn reviews fencing equipment such as sports bras and fencing shoes on her Fencing.net blog. 25. MikeHarm – Fencing.Net : Mike Harm has been fencing foil and epee for seven years and likes to blog about his experience in tournaments. 26. Allen Evans – Fencing.Net : Allan Evans has been fencing for over 30 years and is currently a fencing coach. His blog offers excellent discussion on fencing strategy. 27. samh – Fencing.Net : Samh has been fencing for seven years. A Canadian, he primarily fences epee. 28. I’m fencing like a monkey : An interesting blog by a middle-aged club fencer, self-described as “mediocre.” 29. Rants, Raves, and Thoughts Unleashed : “The Koby” is blogging about his personal challenge to fence every day for 60 days.

Fencing Coverage and Notes These blogs and websites are great places to learn fencing results and news from around the sport.

30. Ten Thousand Fencers : Ten Thousand fencers is a website ambitiously created to get 10,000 new people fencing. 31. The New Jersey Star-Ledger HS Girls Fencing Blog : Extensive coverage of New Jersey girls fencing on this newspaper blog. 32. The New Jersey Star-Ledger HS Boys Fencing Blog : New Jersey high school boys fencing is covered well on this blog. 33. AskFRED : FRED is a great fencing website that enables fencing tournament organizers to post results and events. 34. Fencing Sucks : This blog is a unique humor website written to “poke” fun at the people and peculiarities of the sport of fencing. Definitely a lot of inside jokes that you just won’t understand unless you’re a fencer. 35. COLLEGE FENCING 360.com : College Fencing 360 Blog covers all the latest news and fencing tournaments in the world of college fencing.

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Mixed martial arts, or MMA, is a brutal spectacle to watch. As the opponents do everything but throw the kitchen sink at each other, you may wonder what exactly is going on. Or you may really love it. There’s a reason why it’s one of the most rapidly growing sports in America. MMA is unpredictable and full of excitement at every turn. We’ve combed the Net to help you find the top 50 MMA bloggers, and here theyare… Magazines and Newspapers These blogs are written by professional journalists.

1. FIGHT! Magazine MMA Blogs : FIGHT! Magazine gives you in-depth analysis on all the MMA action from Bear Frazer and Danny Acosta. 2. TKO : The Daily Mirror’s online home covers MMA in detail on the TKO blog. 3. Dallas MMA Blog – ESPN Dallas : Andrew Plante, Sean Malone, and Anthony Njokuani discuss MMA news from the nation and the North Texas area. 4. Inside the Octagon : Inside The Octagon is the MMA blog of LoHud.com, the website for New York’s Lower Hudson Valley. 5. Mixed Martial Arts Blog : John Morgan, a leading MMA reporter, blogs for The Dallas Morning News here. 6. UFC : Cagewriter – Yahoo! Sports Blog : Cagewriter is the Yahoo! Sports MMA blog. Covering the ultimate fighting world with aplomb, the Yahoo! Team of bloggers know the sport well. 7. Fighters Only Magazine Blog : This UK-based MMA publication features commentary on the latest fights as well as an always-busy forum. 8. MMA Stomping Grounds : Stomping Grounds is the informative and frequently updated blog of the Baltimore Sun.

Multi-Writer MMA Blogs

9. Cage Pages | A MMA blog for diehard MMA fans : Cage Pages is a news and blog site on the Fan Sided Network featuring the writing of Josh Sanchez, a MMA expert. 10. Five Ounces of Pain : Five Ounces Of Pain covers Strikeforce, UFC , Bellator, and other MMA circuits on their blog. 11. MMA Insider Blog : The MMA Insider blog gives you all the latest news you won’t find on other MMA blogs, including exclusive interviews. 12. Friday MMA Blog : At MMAblips, get a cool mix of blogs and news from all over the Net. 13. MMAjunkie : MMA Junkie is one of the leading MMA websites online, featuring tons of exclusive news articles, interviews, and opinion pieces. 14. MMA Blog : MMA Blog has a striking dark theme and some solid content about the recent fights. 15. Sherdog Blog : A five-member editorial team and a huge stable of contributors keep the MMA posts coming on Sherdog. 16. Bloody Elbow : Bloody Elbow says they’re the best place for news, commentary, and community online “pound for pound.” 17. CagePotato.com : Cage Potato features photos of the “ring girls” on its site, as well as training videos and a discussion forum. 18. Cage Today Blog : Cage Today gives you overall rankings, an event listing, and a MMA directory in addition to a great blog.

Individual MMA Blogs

19. Ronin5 Martial Arts Blog : Ivan provides interesting video, links and analysis on his MMA blog. 20. Let There Be Fight : At Let There Be Fight, see video, photos, and interviews from Matt Kaplan. 21. MMA FIGHT VIDEO DEPOT | MMA FIGHTS : Get awesome free fight videos and news on this blog. 22. MMA Game – Fantasy Betting League : MMA Game Blog gives readers fantasy betting information. 23. MMA Blog – Mixed Martial Arts Blog : John Fordyce posts videos and commentary about MMA events on his blog. 24. Punch Kick Choke- the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) Blog : The writer of Punch Kick Choke displays humor and intelligence when predicting fight outcomes. 25. Suki MMA : This page has Japanese MMA news translated to English for a bigger audience. 26. The MMA Fighter Blog : Every day the MMA Fighter Blog has fresh, new content for your reading enjoyment. 27. Cooper’s Pick : Cooper’s Pick is the rare bookmaking website that provides in-depth analysis of the fights. 28. Atlantic MMA Blog : Combined with fight analysis are tips about how to eat healthier and get yourself in shape to fight. 29. MMA Blog : Liam Gyson posts information about the theory of MMA as well as fight results and opinion. 30. DFN Sports MMA Blog : DFN Sports writes this witty and insightful blog about fight results and event recaps. 31. MMA Blog | Mixed Martial Arts Blog | EA SPORTS : If you like playing the EA SPORTS MMA game, you can’t miss this behind-the-scenes blog. 32. Fight3r : At Fight3r, you can read the best blog posts from the MMA world. 33. FightLaunch.com : Read the latest UFC news and read exclusive player interviews. 34. Fight Opinion : At FightOpinion, Zach Arnold blogs about media coverage of fights as well as the future of MMA as a sport. 35. Grapple Monkey : Grapplemonkey posts news about MMA and links from around the world that you might not see on another blog. 36. M-1Global.com : M1-Global is one of the main MMA leagues in the world, featuring stars like Fodor Emelianenko. 37. Mid-Atlantic MMA : Mid-Atlantic Mixed Martial Arts covers both the national fight scene and the regional action. 38. MMA Blogger : This blog is about jiu-jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai and other hand-to-hand, weapon-free combat. 39. MMA News & Blog : At MMA Chump, read the latest MMA news and listen to the weekly “radio” show about the UFC. 40. News & Blogs | MMA News and MMA fighter blogs : MMA Jacked has almost 20 different user blogs hosted on their website, for a fun mix of news and opinions. 41. MMA Mania : MMA Mania focuses on the UFC news, results, and gossip that make the fights so interesting. 42. MMA R Us : Always providing readers with the latest MMA news, MMA R Us also has good analysis of each fight. 43. MMA Scraps : MMA Scraps combines individual fighter pages with a smart, well-written blog that pulls no punches when it comes to fight analysis. 44. MMA Video Blog : MMA “log” has many good fight videos dating all the way back to May 2007. 45. MMA Blog : Good fight commentary on the UFC, Strikeforce, WEC, Bellator, Shine Fights, MMA Big Show, and ICF leagues. 46. The Arena – MMA Blog : This is the blog of The Arena, a premier fighting gym in San Diego. 47. MMA News Blog : The MMA News combines photos, videos and blog entries from around the Web. 48. Bipolar Puncher : Get fight analysis and commentary plus the latest MMA news here. 49. World Extreme Cagefighting : Get all the latest news and results from World Extreme Cagefighting here. 50. Wrestling 101 Blogs ” MMA Scene : Wrestling 101′s website has embraced MMA events and commentary.

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Sports lovers, and in particular sports spectators love a good drink. But when it comes to knowing vodka, you can learn a good amount from vodka aficionados who have increasingly taken to blogging to explain their passion. Vodka aficionados range from college kids downing Jello shots to stay-at-home moms brewing fruity cocktails to old timers who drink it straight up. Check out this wide array of vodka blogs to get acquainted with the drink or learn about new variations that are released. Vodka 101 Get to know the variety of vodkas on the market, including how they’re distilled and what to expect in terms of flavor.

1. Boozy Gynaan – Learn About Vodka : From a rundown of the best brands to how vodka is distilled, you’ll get a good lesson on the drink at this blog.
2. Vodkaphiles :  A complete list of vodka brands, as well as cooking tips and recipes for the beloved drink.
3. Brilliant Vodka : Learn about the different types of vodka on the market and get easy cocktail recipes.
4. Vodka Emporium :  You’ll adore this blog that gives you news on vodka experiments such as vodka noodles (?!).
5. Cooking with Vodka :  Get recipes and tips on cooking with vodka from the guy who wrote the book on it, literally.
6. Cocktail Nerd : Get reviews and numerous cocktail recipes at this organized site.
7. Tristan Stephenson : This blog revolves around various types of hard liquor, but there’s an exceptional cocktail recipe section revolving around vodka.
8. Vodka Club : Learn about vodka tasting and making at this informative site.
9. Tastings – Vodka : Learn everything you need to know about vodka at this fantastic site that explains types, regions and distillation.
10. About Eastern Europe – Vodka : Check out this hub for a lesson in vodka and drinking etiquette in Eastern Europe.
11. Martini Muse : Get the scoop on vodka, including the different brands on the market and vodka news about eco-friendly and organic varieties now available.
12. Gin Vodka : Learn the history of vodka and its origin, which dates back to the 9th century in Russia.
13. Zimbio – Best Vodka Brands :  An overview of some of the best vodka brands available, as well as a section on vodkas that are the best value.
14. Culinary Types – LiV Vodka : This cooking blog takes you for a journey at this Long Island vodka distillery.
15. Cocktails – Vodka : This brief history of vodka is interesting, and explains the areas that vodka became popular after originating in Russia.
16. Slate – Which Vodka is the Best? : Slate did the dirty work for you and tested several vodkas to find their best choice. This entry includes prices and origin of the tested drinks.
17. Keg n Cork – Vodka : This liquor site has tons of information for drink lovers and the vodka section is simple for beginners to understand.
18. Professor’s House – Vodka : With all of the vodka facts packed into this article, you’ll be ready for Trivial Pursuit: Vodka Edition.
19. Ask Men – Black Vodka : A tutorial on black vodka and a few of its uses can be found here.
20. Drinks Heaven – Vodka Ingredients : A quick, yet thorough overview on what vodka is, along with a couple of recipes to try.
21. Absolut Ad – How Absolut Vodka is Made : See how one of the most popular vodkas is created.
22. YouTube – How to Make Vodka from Potatoes : See the machines that ferment potatoes to create the sugars that eventually become vodka.
23. Ayushyeda – About Vodka : This online magazine has an extensive section on vodka, explaining the distilling process and different types of popular vodka fusions.
24. Brands of Vodka : Learn about vodka brands, how to taste and the various ways it can be served on its own or in a cocktail.
25. That’s the Spirit! – Vodka : Give this quick read a chance to get you familiar with vodka and learn about the production process, as well as a few recipes.
26. The Globalist – Russia Through the Vodka Glass : A brief history of vodka in Russia, including an overview of stoli.

Vodka Cocktails and Recipes Questions on how to put vodka to good use can be answered at these blogs and sites that are packed with recipes for cocktails and cooking.

1. 1001 Cocktails – All Vodka Recipes : These cocktail recipes are rated by readers, so you have an idea of what to serve next time you’re throwing a party.
2. Make Martinis at Home – Simple Vodka Infusion Recipes : Simple and to the point, you’ll appreciate these no-nonsense vodka cocktail recipes.
3. Fine Cooking – Lemon Vodka Cream Pops : Your guests will devour these creamy lemon pops enhanced with vodka.
4. Canadian Living – Raspberry Vodka : Create this sweet treat to serve after dinner on a hot summer day.
5. Epicurious – Penne alla Vodka : An authentic take on the classic Italian-American dish, this one will have your guests asking for seconds.
6. Group Recipes – Jello Shots with Vodka The recipe for the essential party favor.
7. I Love India – Easy Vodka Recipes It doesn’t get any easier than these super simple cocktail recipes, most of which contain only a few ingredients.
8. Russian Vodka – Vodka Recipes This site has recipes, but also quick tips on how to color your vodka (it’s easier than it sounds).
9. Crystal Head Vodka – RecipesThis vodka brand has taken the liberty of posting a few original drink recipes on their site. You’ll love the Pure Melon Martini which contains fresh watermelon.
10. Intoxicologist – Three Olives Vodka Cocktails Delicious and simple recipes can be found here. Bonus: they’re perfect for parties since most contain only a few ingredients.
11. Mix That Drink – Skittles Vodka Tutorial Go for a new spin on vodka with this unique concoction that can be consumed on its own or in a recipe.
12. Cook Advice – Vodka Top Food Recipes Check out these reader favorites next time you’re in the kitchen, cooking with vodka. Great dessert recipes are available for those who want to try something new.
13. Absolut Drinks The folks behind the vodka brand give you recipes for their wide variety of flavored vodkas.
14. Tulleho – Vodka Recipes Pages of vodka recipes will make sure you never repeat a cocktail at a party.
15. Barnoned Drinks – Vodka Skim this easy-to-navigate site for cocktail recipes for the items you already have in your kitchen.
16. Swank Martini – Vodka Martini Recipes You’ll find a martini for every season at this site with an endless list of recipes for vodka cocktails.
17. Vodka Cocktail Recipe Get reader-approved cocktail recipes that will delight your palette.
18. Cocktail Making – Vodka Go wild with vodka by making these delicious cocktail recipes ranging from blueberry to peach fusions.
19. Cooks – Penne Vodka Try different spins on penne vodka from the array of cooking recipes found here.
20. Drink of the Week – Vodka Drink Recipes From standard fruit to Cajun spices, this mix of recipes is sure to have a recipe or 10 that you’ve never tried.
21. Cocktail Times You’ll never get bored of vodka with this extensive list of cocktail recipes.
22. All Recipes – Classic Vodka Cocktails From a Cape Cod to a Cosmotolitan, learn all of the basics at this site.
23. Chow – 10 Recipes Using Vodka This list will make you want to break out the vodka for cooking tonight. We’re partial to the linguini with chorizo and clams in a vodka sauce. Delish!
24. Martha Stewart Radio Blog – Summer Vodka Cocktails Pull out summer specialties like raspberries and pomegranate to concoct these delicious vodka cocktails.

Vodka is a versatile drink, making it a favorite worldwide. Whether you’re drinking it or cooking something up, there’s a plethora of sources online to find out a way to reinvent your favorite drink.

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Anyone who thinks that NASCAR fandom is the province of backwoods, redneck, banjo-loving hillbillies who like to crack open a Bud on Sunday and sit around in a wife-beater tank top, watching cars turn left, is living in some sort of weird imagined past. Because NASCAR fandom was never really that. But now, more than ever, being a NASCAR fan puts you in a diverse and passionate group of people who love a sport that gives them action every week and a personal connection with the drivers. It took a while to sift through them all, but we have chosen a list of top 50 NASCAR bloggers, trying to include several in each category. The envelope, please… NASCAR Blogs By Women Here’s the first stereotype-buster: Ladies don’t like NASCAR because the drivers are cute. At least, that’s not why most women are fans. Read these blogs to find out more:

1. 4Wide : At 4Wide, you can read several different good NASCAR blogs. Amanda Vincent’s is notable for its balanced coverage of races.
2. Kathy’s Pit Stop : Kathy, a mom of three and NASCAR fan, has been following racing since 1993 and blogging here since 2009.
3. Chad Knaus Fans : Jessica is a San Diego resident who grew up with NASCAR and has a special place in her heart for #14 Chad Knaus.
4. Church Of The Great Oval : Clance’ McClannahan uses her blog to predict the outcome of every NASCAR race based on astrology.
5. Dinger World : A self-described “NASCAR fanatic” writes her blog primarily about A.J. Allmendinger, #43.
6. Unrestricted: My Nascar Rants & Raves : Antonette is a New Jersey girl who LOVES NASCAR and has been blogging since 2005.
7. Trixie’s Trailer Park : Trixie shares her thoughts about NASCAR, college football, and other important parts of her life. The NASCAR posts have some good analysis.
8. Amy’s Bad Groove : The Tony Stewart photos which adorn Amy’s blog will clue you in to the fact that she is a die-hard Tony Stewart fan. You have to keep reading to see what a good job she does with the articles.
9. NASCARista : The NASCAR-ista is a Florida girl who works in an office during the day and writes about all things NASCAR in the evenings.
10. Skirts and Scuffs : At Skirts and Scuffs, Katy Lindamood leads a team of female bloggers out to disprove the stereotypes about female racing fans.
11. The Fast And The Fabulous : Valli Hilaire provides a young woman’s perspective on auto racing in her blog, which has interviews with drivers, photos, and detailed race coverage.
12. Supreme Nascar FAn Merri : Merri is a mom and NASCAR fan who always has time to write about the happenings in a race.

Blogs By Journalists It is now common for a newspaper journalist to be required to write a blog in addition to a column. Many writers earn their keep by blogging for a TV network, such as FOX or ESPN.

1. Ed Hinton Blog on ESPN : Ed Hinton has been covering auto racing as a professional journalist fro almost 35 years, so he brings insight and skillful writing to his blog.
2. David Newton Blog on ESPN : A former lead writer for NASCAR.com, David Newton has won awards for his writing numerous times.
3. The Final Lap with Kerry Murphey : Read radio host Kerry Murphey’s thoughts on NASCAR as well as those of his guest columnists.
4. NASCAR Chase with Dustin Long : Dustin Long is a journalist who covers NASCAR for the Virginian-Pilot newspaper.
5. Bloggity, Bloggity, Bloggity : Mike Smith, a cartoonist and blogger for the Las Vegas Sun, writes his opinions about current NASCAR happenings on this blog.
6. NASCAR This Week with Monte Dutton : Well-known NASCAR columnist Monte Dutton discusses news and events in the world of NASCAR.
7. Racingal’s Fan Blog : Karen Pistone of the Orlando Sentinel continues her excellent work on her own blog.
8. From The Marbles – Yahoo Sports : Yahoo! Sports bloggers Jay Busbee and Jay Hart keep you posted on all the NASCAR action.
9. FOX Sports: Lee Spencer : Lee Spencer is the senior NASCAR journalist for Fox Sports.com. Her insider commentary is excellent.
10. FOX Sports: Darrell Waltrip : Not only is Darrell Waltrip the recognizable voice of the FOX NASCAR broadcasts, but he writes a good column for FOXSports.com.
11. Scott Speed Blog On Speed TV : The driver of the Red Bull car in the Sprint Cup series has the perfect name to race and write for the Speed Channel.
12. Sirius Speedway : This the home of “Sirius Speedway,” a daily radio show on Sirius NASCAR channel 128. Read opinions and news from Dave Moody.
13. Unrestricted : Reid Spencer, Jim Pedley, Matt Crossman, and others write for The Sporting News’ NASCAR blog.
14. Bench Racing with Steve and Charlie : Steve and Charlie of “On Pit Row” offer video clips and commentary about the day’s NASCAR action.

NASCAR News and Commentary These sites, combined, form a vast repository of racing knowledge and material related to the inside world of stock car racing.

1. NASCAR Community : Believe it or not, over 70,000 people have started blogs here at the NASCAR Community site.
2. NASCAR Ranting & Raving : Selected as one of the most authoritative NASCAR blogs on the web by the Sports Media Challenge.
3. Black Flagged Online : Black Flagged Online is the NASCAR version of The Onion or any other satirical web publication.
4. Dale Jarrett 4ever : One of the top fan bloggers online, DaleJarrett4Ever has been writing his thoughts about NASCAR since 2005.
5. The Daly Planet with John Daly : This blog discusses the TV coverage of NASCAR and has been doing so since 2007.
6. Answer This … : This NASCAR fan site focuses on news related to the drivers’ personal lives, featuring photos of their wives, girlfriends, and kids.
7. Queers 4 Gears : Interesting NASCAR blog written from the perspective of several gay fans.
8. RacingWin : Get an insider’s view of NASCAR Sprint Cup racing on this blog.
9. Rev’ Jim’s RantsnRaves : Jim Grady, an Air Force veteran, has been blogging about entertainment and NASCAR at this site since 2006.
10. Stewart Entertainment : Tony Stewart fans keep this “one-stop source” for Stewart-Haas racing news updated daily.
11. Track Smack : Track Smack keeps things interesting with a mix of three bloggers from across America. They combine news with opinion pieces.
12. All Left Turns : All Left Turns covers NASCAR breaking news and offers commentary, giving users a chance to share photos and post comments.
13. Catchfence : Catchfence covers NASCAR, the Truck Series, and ARCA with up-to-the-minute news and excellent commentary.
14. Dale Jr Pit Stop : Get information on the next big race, the TV schedule, the track specifications, and everything else you need to know when watching NASCAR events.
15. The Diecast Dude’s (Mostly) NASCAR Blah Blah Blog : Jerry Wilson has been blogging his NASCAR opinions and analysis since 2003 on various sites.
16. Frontstretch : This online magazine has several excellent columns which are updated frequently. Not exactly a blog, but the information is too good to overlook.
17. Race Driven : Brian Vermette has been blogging about NASCAR and great cars since 2005 at RaceDriven.com.
18. The Catfish Show : Read about the latest news and gossip related to NASCAR.
19. The NASCAR Insiders : T.C. and Journo give you the real insider’s guide to NASCAR from the perspective of an active crew member and a NASCAR journalist.
20. The Spotter Stand : The Spotter Stand is a blog and social network founded by two fans with over 25 years racing experience.
21. Nascar Blog : The writer of this blog provides analysis of the race results as well as many video links to crash footage.

Two Blogs That Defy Categorization Learn about the science and history of NASCAR on these two engaging blogs.

1. Historic NASCAR Tracks : Melissa Bleier, historian, loves NASCAR. Therefore, she created a blog to discuss the historic tracks of NASCAR that she thinks have been overlooked.
2. Stock Car Science : This is an addictive blog about the science of auto racing that will get even a non-NASCAR fan to keep reading.

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Yoga, the ancient Indian art of stretching, breathing, and meditation, has never been more popular. Since its beginnings over 5,000 years ago, millions of people around the world incorporate the practice of yoga in their daily lives. However, many people who practice yoga have never thought about sharing this activity with their children. Here, we have found 25 great reasons why you should encourage your kids to do yoga.

1. It builds healthier eating habits. Some studies indicate that kids who practice yoga may choose healthier foods. 2. Yoga helps kids deal with life’s stress. When kids “slow down” to participate in the practice of yoga, they learn techniques to help them deal with life’s challenges. 3. Yoga helps children develop creativity. A holistic approach to teaching yoga allows children to experience yoga along with creative activities such as storytelling, expressive movement, and even art. 4. Practicing yoga helps kids learn how to control their emotions. Especially for kids with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral issues, the calming techniques learned in yoga may help them manage emotional outbursts. 5. Practicing yoga helps build self-esteem. Studies show that children suffering from eating disorders report an improved self-image on the days they practice yoga. But even “normal” children will have a better sense of self after practicing yoga. 6. Yoga is a non-competitive way to exercise. When children practice yoga, they learn ways to exercise that don’t involve winning or losing. Everybody feels good after doing yoga. 7. Yoga improves self-discipline. Children who are learning yoga also learn to master their own behavior. They learn to control themselves, rather than waiting for others to tell them what to do. 8. Yoga may help kids with ADHD. Studies from the University of Heidelberg suggest that yoga, in coordination with other therapies, may help kids with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. 9. Yoga improves strength. Despite appearing to be a low-impact activity, yoga requires greater muscular strength the more advanced one becomes. Children develop stronger muscles from practicing yoga. 10. Yoga also improves flexibility. The deep stretching and breathing involved in yoga improves muscular flexibility, which is important for avoiding injuries. 11. Practicing yoga improves focus and attention. Yoga requires concentration. While some kids might not find this easy at first, the more they practice, the easier focusing will be. 12. Yoga play allows children to learn bodily self-awareness. By deliberately moving the body and thinking about the way it feels, children develop more self-awareness. 13. Yoga helps children develop control and awareness of their breathing. Breath awareness and the ability to calm down and meditate are important skills that children can use for their whole lives. 14. Yoga builds listening skills.Taking a yoga class builds good listening skills, helping your child be more respectful of others. 15. Yoga improves balance and coordination. Many yoga poses require the ability to balance. This is not always easy for children at first, but as they continue to practice, their balance will improve. 16. Yoga helps prevent sports injuries. By improving strength and overall flexibility, yoga can help young athletes prevent injury to growing bones and muscles. 17. Yoga develops the skill of midline crossing. It’s something adults take for granted, but any activity that encourages crossing the midline, or the imaginary line at the center of your body, is beneficial for motor skills. 18. Yoga is a fun way to get exercise! Doing playful yoga poses is a great, non-threatening way for kids to get moving. They can pretend to be the animals or objects named in the pose, such as the cobra, the tiger, or the mountain. 19. Yoga encourages a positive outlook. Yoga is such a calming, restful, and fun activity that it’s hard not to feel good afterwards. Kids who do yoga on a regular basis report feeling happier. 20. Yoga helps children develop directionality. Young children who have a hard time telling the difference between right and left will be helped by practicing yoga. 22. Yoga helps kids build patience. It takes patience and time to learn a new physical skill, and as new yoga poses are introduced, your child may not be able to do it all at first. But the important thing is that a good yoga instructor will give the child encouragement and time. 23. Yoga improves posture. Children that spend a lot of time seated at desks in school or in front of the computer at home may develop upper body tension and increased spinal pressure. Yoga relieves this. 24. With yoga, the focus is on the individual. Rather than being pressured to do exactly the same thing as the others in class, a child practicing yoga is on an individual journey within the class. An instructor can give feedback to each child and each child feels like they have learned something. 25. Yoga can help kids with special needs. Yoga has been shown to be helpful and therapeutic for children with Down’s syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other physically limiting conditions. Each child is different, so of course you should ask your pediatrician or specialist.

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Let’s face it. You probably blew all your extra spending money just buying a new iPad. So it’s likely that you don’t want to spend a lot of money on apps right now. Luckily for sports fans, there are some great free iPad apps out there that will be great to waste time with. I mean, great free iPad apps that will make your sports fandom much more efficient. Coverage Of Specific Sports 1. NBA GameTime Courtside : Get video highlights before, during, and after the big basketball game. 2. NHL Ice Time Playoffs : Exclusive video highlights and scores from the NHL playoffs. 3. Nike Football: Team Edition : Coaching a rec league football team? This app gives you tools to track team performance. 4. IZOD IndyCar Series : This is your one-stop media destination for IndyCar news and highlights. 5. Soccer Fever HD : Covers every aspect of major soccer events such as the 2010 World Cup. 6. A Tennis Video HD : Get video highlights from majors and other tennis news. 7. FenwayNation : It’s all Sawx, all the time from this Boston-based website. 8. iFooty : Complete coverage of all things related to Premier League football and the English national team. 9. Mike Silva’s NY Baseball Digest : Yankees and Mets fans, look no further. 10. Indy Racing Revolution : The latest independent news, analysis, and information from the world of IndyCar. 11. HockeyInfos : If you are a fan of field hockey, this app is a must-have. Covers German and Swiss field hockey leagues. 12. Athletics Weekly : Covers everything from the world of track and field. 13. 2010 Football News HD : Get everything you need to follow the 2010 World Cup here. General Sports News 14. Zinio Magazine Reader : Includes free versions of magazines like SportingNews. 15. Dailymotion : Get the latest highlights from across the sporting world. 16. NCAA Photos for iPad : This app delivers breathtaking photos of Final Four and other NCAA action to your iPad. 17. Western Pennsylvania News : Covers all the local teams such as the Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins. 18. USA Today for iPad : USA Today’s graphics-heavy content is perfect for the iPad. 19. NPR for iPad : NPR does cover sports, just probably not the way you might expect. 20. Sports Radio NY :  Stay connected to New York sports talk. 21. Nikkansports.com :  Your Japanese and English source for world sports news. 22. FanFeedr : Track all the sports you love with FanFeedr. 23. xFeed RSS Reader : Get feeds from all your favorite websites with this free app. 24. SportsTap : Get detailed box scores for every sport, from around the world. 25. EuroSport for iPad : Get all the latest developments in European sports. 26. Blogs With Balls : This app gives you the latest from Blogs with Balls. More Fun For Fans 27. Baseball Gameplan with Jason Giambi : This is the top-selling baseball instructional app on iPhone and iPad. Features tips and drills. 28. steeRIKE! Pitch Counter : This app was developed for Little League and school team audiences. 29. Skateboard Tricktionary : Never be confused again by your friends’ skater lingo. 30. Health Calc XL : Are you following sports so much that you’re neglecting your own health? This app will tell you. 31. Giant Scoreboard : Use your iPad as a giant scoreboard for your pickup games. 32. Accuweather.com free for the iPad : Know the forecast for the big game. 33. Wikipanion : Quickly search Wikipedia for stats and information on your favorite sports figures. 34. Beat the Traffic : Make it to the game on time with real-time traffic news. Sports Games for the iPad 35. Baseball Fever for iPad : This is a fun 3D baseball game. 36. Paper Football HD : Paper football you can play anywhere, even if you don’t have a paper football. 37. Sportsbook $30K HD : It’s simulated sports book action for the iPad. For serious pretend gamblers only. 38. Touch Hockey Extreme : Everything you love about air hockey, without the machine getting broken or stuck. 39. Hit Tennis 2 : The most popular free tennis game on iTunes. 40. Crazy Snowboard HD Lite : This is a fun snowboarding game.

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We’ve poured over countless Big Ten sports blogs to bring you the best analytical content with plenty of team spirit thrown in. The Big Ten Conference consists of 11 schools, most of them being in the Midwest. The conference began in 1895, slowly picking up additional universities along the way. While many schools have been considered to be added to the Big Ten, the last addition was made in 1990 with the arrival of Penn State into the Big Ten family. Until 1975, league rules prevented Big Ten schools from participating in any football bowls other than the Rose Bowl, making the Big Ten’s bowl appearances and title wins low even for Big Ten dynamos like Ohio and Michigan State. The Big Ten is currently made up of the University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign, Indiana University, University of Iowa, University of Michigan, Michigan State University, University of Minnesota, Northwestern, Ohio State, Penn State, Purdue and the University of Wisconsin at Madison. General Football Blogs Over the Big Ten From recreational bloggers to sports journalists who’ve been tracking the Big Ten conference for decades, the Internet has created a whole new world for football enthusiasts.

1. FanBlogs – Big 10 Named “…the best blog dedicated to a single sport” by Forbes, this site is full of everything you need to know about the Big Ten. Find archives for your favorite team and news over the variety of BCS bowl games.
2. ESPN – Big Ten If you’re serious about learning and keeping up with Big Ten football, look no further than this ESPN blog which has an active fan base that loves the comment section. Plus, it’s updated multiple times per day for the ultimate Big Ten junkie.
3. Big Ten Network The Big Ten Network is a channel devoted to everything Big Ten and it has a stacked website to go with it. Read about the history of Big Ten football and get links to documentaries on Hulu.
4. The Big 10 Tour If you can’t get to all of the Big Ten games, check out the blog of guys who have. You don’t have to be a football fan to appreciate this fantastic blog where a group set off to tackle the 2009 season for Big Ten schools, plus the Rose Bowl.
5. This NBC site is slick with videos and images, and has extensive Big Ten coverage throughout the season.
6. Big Ten Fans – Football Lovers of the game will want to drop by this site to check out the feed for all news Big Ten football .
7. The Rivarly, Esq. It’s a round-up of the Big Ten football teams, who’s doing what and what you need to watch for.
8. FanHouse – Big Ten Get your Big Ten news at this site that has plenty of links to other college football info you might be interested in.

Big Ten Football Blogs – Ohio State University With coach Jim Tressel at the helm, Ohio State continues to reign as one of the top football teams in the Big Ten conference.

1. Eleven Warriors This site is full of everything you need to know about OSU football and also discusses talks new recruits and Big Ten updates from around the region.
2. Bucknuts It’s all the Bucks news that’s fit to print at this site, which updates about 4-5 times per day.
3. Block-O-Nation This is a site ran by fans who take OSU football seriously (don’t they all?). Read interviews with players and read passionate best-of lists that will put mainstream sites to shame.
4. Buckeyes 24/7 Expect the forum that works in conjunction with this blog to be packed once football season starts and read up on everything from the history of football at the school, stats and more.
5. SB Nation – Ohio State Football SB is a network of 250 sports blogs. Bookmark this page and see anything and everything that mentions OSU football hyperlinked for your reading pleasure.
6. Buckeye Country This is an interesting blog because it gathers feeds from various news sports news sources, giving you a fresh perspective that’s professional versus some wise cracking guy who thinks he knows the game.
7. Bleacher Report – Ohio State Football There’s a team of writers working at Bleacher Report and they all provide a unique take on OSU football.
8. Buckeye Banter Here’s an OSU blog that touches vaguely on other Buckeye sports, but it’s prime focus is football. The writing is sharp and to the point for those who don’t have hours to waste on analytical content.
9. The Buckeye Battle Cry One of the most provoking college football blogs on the web, The Buckeye Battle Cry is written by a group who know and love the sport . It packs equal parts analysis and humor.
10. Brutus Report Originally, blog posts were short bundles of content that told you a news story in three paragraphs at most. For the most part, this site still does that and also offers a healthy dose of stats.
11. The Buckeye Blog This alumni still has a soft spot for the Bucks and his college football blog skewed towards OSU proves that. Check it out for clever commentary that has more personality that the dry guys that only analyze the game.
12. Buckeye Commentary If you’re looking for a forum, archives to track stats or just plain news over the Buckeyes, this is the place to be.
13. FanBlogs – Ohio State See what’s on the horizon for Ohio State with this site that has constant updates on OSU and Big Ten news.

Big Ten Football Blogs – University of Michigan Michigan’s football team holds the record 849 victories, the most of any NCAA team. Football started at the university in 1879 and the team has shown consistent victories that rank them high in the Big Ten standings.

1. Maizenbluenation This blog boasts a class chart to see who’s who on the Michigan team and just launched a forum that’s sure to be active, if the site’s number of Twitter followers and Facebook fans are any indication .
2. Big House Blog A one-stop blog for everything University of Michigan, this site offers in-depth analysis of the upcoming season.
3. Michigan FanSite It’s like the ultimate live feed for all University of Michigan, with constant updates from sources around the web; you’ll easily find yourself checking this site multiple times per day.
4. The Wolverine Blog This blog examines new recruits and even finds clever ways to pass the off season with Youtube UM greatest moments brackets where readers can vote.
5. The Michigan Faithful See interview videos, the best of plays and track the future of UM football players at this concise blog.
6. M Go Blue Football News on recruits, plus fun UM stadium tidbits like folks stealing football turf.
7. Touch the Banner Written by a high school football coach, this blog is chock full of valid opinions on incoming recruits and their strengths (and weaknesses).
8. UM Go Blog With full profiles of players and recruiting updates, this site is a great resource for those who love to be in-the-know when it comes to the future roster.
9. Scout – Michigan An offshoot of Fox Sports, this site has an intensive look at both Michigan football news and recruits.
10. The Michigan Daily Get a local look at Michigan’s football happenings and follow the site on Twitter for updates delivered to you. .
11. FanBlogs – Big Ten: Michigan Packed with news, this site is the one to watch for those who are looking for more facts than opinions when it comes to the Wolverines.
12. M Live — Football In conjunction with M Live network, the football sector of this site is has a live feed with UM news and a comprehensive list of must-reads such as team stats and Big Ten standings.
13. Midnight Maize When you’re tired of the professional and seemingly professional blogs that analyze the game with no humor, check out this site for major laughs and recaps.
14. M Go Recruit Believe it or not, this UM recruiting blog is penned by a Londoner across the pond! Still, it’s interesting, concise and offers a new spin on college football blogging.
15. M Go Football While this blog revolves around UM, it also gives you updated on other Big Ten schools and gives book reviews on great UM football reads.

Big Ten Football Blogs – Pennsylvania State University Arguably the most rich in history football organization in the Big Ten, Penn State has Joe Paterno and a brilliant marching band to cheer the team on.

1. Black Shoe Diaries Poignant, hilarious and probably the best blog over Penn State football. If the blog doesn’t satisfy you, check out the podcasts.
2. Linebacker U – Football Organized and chock full of information you may not find on other Penn State football blogs, this site keeps its eyes peeled for tips and brings breaking news to you multiple times per day.
3. PSU Football For analysis of what might go down in the upcoming season, see this blog and get a glimpse of Penn State in the news via the handy side bar.
4. Scout – Penn State Feeds from all over the web give you a quick look at news going on in Penn State football.
5. Nittany Anthology This isn’t a blog with stats. It’s a blog with stats for nearly the entire football history of Penn State! Afficionados will love going over this site again and again to compare numbers and make predictions.
6. 2 The Lion Football This is primarily football, but is peppered with a few other PSU sports stories every now and then. On the plus side, it’s written by women, so you don’t have to worry about being annoyed by the bloggers’ ego when reading this one.
7. The Nittany Turkey If you want humor served up with your Penn State football analysis, this blog’s for you.
8. Go PSU Sports This is the official website of PSU sports, so it isn’t all football, but it is the best way to get direct news as it breaks.
9. Nittany Links If you simply can’t get enough Penn State football knowledge, check out this site which boasts links to various sites around the web that will keep you satisfied until the new season gears up.
10. Penn State Fan Site Live feeds to dozens of sites that mention Penn State. A must-see for hardcore fans who want to know everything.

Big Ten Football Blogs – Michigan State University The Spartans are after the Land Grant Trophy every year and these are the blogs to follow for analysis on whether they’ll make it.

1. The Only Colors – Football Get all of your MSU news in one place at this great blog that looks at what the team needs and what to expect from recruits.
2. Jolly Green Giants For the hardcore MSU football fan, this site is packed with more analysis and stats than you can swallow in one sitting. And you thought you knew a lot about college football.
3. Spartan Tailgate Powered by ESPN, this blog covers football and basketball, and has a lively discussion forum for those who want to chat with fellow fans.
4. Sparty MSU This blogger is passionate (the guy traveled the globe and still blogged about the Spartans in the off season!) about the game and has the analytical skills to back it up.
5. The Enlightened Spartan News on the football and basketball fronts of MSU is what this blog does best .
6. The Other Side of Spartan Sports The Internet is crawling with fan sites, but this unique blog examines Spartan sports with the school’s history and finances in mind. Read it for news off the field, which can be as interesting as a game in overtime (OK, that’s debateable).
7. M Live Get your football news at this site where feeds bring you what’s what from sources like AP and The Grand Rapids Press.

Big Ten Football Blogs – University of Minnesota Maybe there aren’t as many titles to boast, but there’s still plenty of pride in Golden Gopher country.

1. Gopher Football It may not be the slickest blog on the web, but the content makes up for it. If you’re a football fanatic, this is your blog in a sea of sites that cover all Gopher sports.
2. Fringe Bowl Team Blog From daily link love posts that gives you Big Ten news to a clever mailblog schtick that gives readers a chance to interact, this site is perfect for those who want an approachable view of the game.
3. The Daily Gopher When football season is upon us, The Daily Gopher is brimming with in-depth info that supercedes most Minnesota blogs out there.
4. Scout – Minnesota This site focuses on new recruits for both football and basketball, and can be your edge in making predictions for the Gophers’ future.

Big Ten Football Blogs – University of Wisconsin – Madison UW – Madison is the flagship school of the UW system. The football program rose in the early 1990s when Barry Alvarez was brought in as head coach, winning three Big Ten Championships and three Rose Bowls.

1. Bucky’s Fifth Quarter This site covers basketball too, but is your one-stop source when football season is underway. It also tracks past Badgers and their athletic achievements.
2. I Am a Badger Fan Covering all things Badgers, this blog has a solid grasp on sports analyzing, no matter what sport it is. While the blog has taken an interest in Badgers hockey, expect serious football coverage once the new season begins.

Big Ten Football Blogs – University of Illinois at Urbana –Champaign The days of Illini championships in football are in the past, but these sites give you Illinois football coverage once the ball drops each season.

1. Hail to the Orange A healthy mix of Illini football and basketball, this site has plenty of the former so you’re up-to-date with recruits and Big Ten expansion news.
2. The Quad This Illini blog is devoted to all sports at the university, but gets football-centric during the fall season.
3. Illinitalk Illinitalk has been going strong since 2004, making it one of the most consistent sports blogs for the university on the web.

Big Ten Football Blogs – Indiana University There are few sites (or people) that focus on Indiana’s football program, but if Hoosier’s other ball game is your forte, check out these blogs for ample coverage.

1. Crimson Quarry Another fabulous site from the Sports Blog Network, this blog has relevant links to Hoosiers news around the web and provides stellar football and basketball during their respective seasons.
2. The Hoosier Scoop This site extensively covers basketball, but does a great job of working Hoosier football news into the mix. Stop by for football news on Hoosiers old and new .

Big Ten Football Blogs – University of Iowa The Hawkeyes joined the Big Ten in 1900 and have garnered a notable season in recent years.

1. Black Heart Gold Pants This is probably the best Iowa blog on the web. Black Hearts Gold Pants gives a riveting look at football in Iowa that’s never overtly mushy, just hard facts and hope for the future (wins, that is).
2. Fight for Iowa There’s something endearing about a football fan who’s also an alum. Check out this blog for predictions, game recaps and stories that only a Hawkeye can tell.
3. Hawkeye Football Facts If you’re a sucker for stats and history, you have to check out this site that’s perfectly organized and categorized making it easy to navigate for your fill of Hawkeye info.

Big Ten Football Blogs – Northwestern University The Cardiac ‘Cats have a reputation for pulling through when it’s crunch time. Learn more about the team and what’s in store for the upcoming season from these blogs.

1. Lake the Posts From hooking fans up with a cheap team flag to giving spot-on (and consistent) analysis of what’s to come for the Wildcats.
2. Hail to the Purple Get the history of the Northwestern football team, stats reports and “foolishly early bowl predictions” at this blog.
3. Sippin’ on Purple Despite the cheesy name, this site has plenty of Wildcats news and does a great job of covering football when in season. Outside of that, yes, you’ll find news on the other sports that exist .
4. Spread Far the Fame Even when football season isn’t in full swing, this blog is ripe with witty commentary and relevant news. Any sports writer who is stuck creating content in the off season knows this is no easy feat.

Big Ten Football Blogs – Purdue University Highly regarded for churning out NFL quarterbacks, Purdue last one a Big Ten championship in 2000.

1. Boiled Sports This sarcastic clan is spread throughout the U.S., making for varying opinions on nearly everything sports-related. They know Purdue football can be tough and commiserate with fans.
2. Hammer and Rails Even before the pigskin’s on the field, this site does an impeccable job of giving a thorough analysis of the starting lineup and player profiles that will wet your whistle until September.
3. Off the Tracks This blog gives all Purdue sports organizations some love, with great coverage of football during the season. It can be your next stop after Hammer and Rails since the writer contributes over there too .

Whether it’s full-on football season or there’s just rumors to be analyzed, these blogs have you covered when it comes to Big Ten news.

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