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Mental Toughness has NO expiration (TM)

The first day of a new year always brings with it a host of resolutions related to health and fitness. Mental toughness is on my 2011 list and these shirts for men and women are motivating. 

Whatever YOU call it, being in the zone, playing out-of-your-mind, being dialed-in...it's all mental toughness that helps a win when the going gets tough. Never too old.

Made of Cool-n-Dry performance fabric, these shirts, dreamed up by a marathon runner, offer a comfy athletic fit that you can work out and play in. Men's long sleeve, $40. Womens, $28. The short sleeve is $22. Find them only at NO EXPIRATION.

 

Age 50 +? No big deal. TENNIS Magazine's October issue offers tips for maintaining your game.

TENNIS magazine's October 2009 issue offers up a comprehensive article on playing tennis over age 50.

 Entitled "The Big 5-Love" the spread includes 11 pages of tips, court strategies and equipment ideas.

Pick up a copy if you don't get it already. Not 50 or even close? You can read about the lovely but currently lost Ana Ivanovic or why Rafa wore "bright rose" at the French Open.

I have that shirt by the way -- not bad on a gal either :)

Intermediates Not Moving at Age 20 Speed, Add Power and Control To Your Game With The HEAD Crossbow 4

Intermediates (USTA 3.0 to 3.5) looking for more power and control may want to check out the CrossBow 4, the newest in the popular HEAD CrossBow line. This is a excellent choice for the person who doesn't use an over the shoulder, topspin generating swing, someone whose slices and volleys are go-to favorites. The larger than conventional sweetspot is an added bonus and CrossBow technology* adds nice power. Give it a try. Look for it beginning in November at Tennis-Warehouse or find a retailer at HEAD.

*CrossBow technology helps the racquet to store and release power while you hit like a loaded spring or bow.

This Is It. The Weapon of Choice Among Ranked Seniors.

Talk about sweet spots! This racquet has the largest allowable headsize in tennis, 135 square inches (compare with more standard 100 sq. in.). It is hugely popular among seniors, 65s. 70s and 75s, both men and women, who enjoy the benefits of the larger than usual hitting area. It's called The Weed and ranked senior players who use this brand stick include Jim Nelson of California who has earned 98 USTA golden balls and George McCabe of Ohio, an International 75's doubles champion.

The Weed is lightweight and comes in six colors and a variety of lengths, 27" to 28 1/2" (to increase reach). The EXT is their bestselling model, $228 USD strung and shipped. The manufacturer recommends calling them prior to purchasing so that they can guide you to the racquet that will suit your game and level. Go to Weed USA to learn more or call 1-800-WEED-RKT.