Sports and Recreation

A player releases a curling stone
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Science at the Winter Olympics

Three University of Minnesota experts reveal hidden scientific aspects of winter Olympic sports — and the art of staying warm.

Mara Braun scoops a shot toward the basket.
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Rebounding from a double dose of injury

Standout women’s basketball player Mara Braun has suffered the same major injury in consecutive seasons. She’s back this year as a key player and team leader.

women in an orange hoodie jogs down a downtown pathway
Talking with University of Minnesota

Talking distance running with U of M

As runners begin preparations for races across the state in the coming months, Christopher Lundstrom, a lecturer in the School of Kinesiology, shares his expertise on how to train for upcoming races. 

Girls Baseketball team and Professor Maureen Weiss
Talking with University of Minnesota

Talking youth sports with U of M

School of Kinesiology Professor Maureen Weiss speaks about the benefits and barriers of youth sport participation.

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