We all expect Usain Bolt and Lolo Jones to draw huge numbers to the TV screen during this year’s Olympics. They are outstanding athletes and most likely will get a spot on the podium, but there are also some absolutely inspiring runners who are competing this year who may not even finish 4th, or 5th, or 20th. I’ve put together … Read More
Vibram FiveFingers Classic: Olympic Edition
With the 2012 Olympics only 10 days away, companies left and right are beginning to release their Olympic-style gear, Olympic branded soft drinks, and Olympic advertisements. This marketing phenomenon reaches our televisions, store shelves, and fast-food restaurants every two years (between the summer and winter games). My celebration of the summer Olympics began with my recent discovery of slow-motion videos … Read More
Slow Motion Running
If there is one thing Dave Chappelle had right, it’s that watching things in slow motion is always better. Whether it is a music video, or a person getting slapped in the face, for whatever reason, slow motion video is always enjoyable to watch. Recent innovations in slow motion video capture have increased the power of the effect so much … Read More