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VIDEO: BYU Coach Anae Questions Reporters Reason for Asking Question

In case you missed this, yesterday BYU Offensive Coordinator Robert Anae seemed to get a bit annoyed at a local reporter, Provo Daily Herald’s Jason Franchuk.

Franchuk asked about coaching personnel and who would be up in the booth vs. down on the field. Coach Anae had already ask another reporter “…why do you ask that?” and this time he went a step further:

How would you react to Anae’s response?

Does this remind you of any other coaches?

It reminds us a lot of head coach Gregg Popovich for the San Antonio Spurs. Here’s why:

Does Our Neighboring State Need to Worry?

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If you haven’t seen the report yet, check this out:

A 7-year-old Anne Arundel County boy was suspended Friday for chewing his breakfast pastry into the shape of a gun and saying, “bang, bang”— an offense that the school described as a threat to other students, according to his family.

The pastry “gun” was a rectangular strawberry-filled bar, akin to a Pop-Tart, that the second-grader had tried to nibble into the shape of a mountain, but then found it looked more like a gun, said his father, William “B.J.” Welch.

Welch said an assistant principal at Park Elementary School told him that his son pointed the pastry at a classmate. The boy maintains he pointed it at the ceiling, according to his father.

“In my eyes, it’s irrelevant; I don’t care who he pointed it at,” Welch said. “It was harmless. It was a danish.”

Seriously, world?

What are your thoughts on this philosophy?

Do Americans (and Utahans) need to be worried about “pop-tart gun violence”?

Turf Toe: Prevention &Treatment

AspenFootandAnkle.com is a local Utah County podiatrist with offices in Payson and Gunnison, Utah. If you are having foot problems due to a sports related injury, contact Dr. Savage today for a consultation.

What is Turf Toe?

A common field sport injury, turf toe happens when the big toe is jammed into the ground or stretched past its capacity. Usually a bruise will appear at the base of the big toe, or the toe will even become dislocated.

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Some experts claim that improper footwear can contribute to turf toe and that cleats on turf are highly recommended for preventing it. Be sure to do proper stretches prior to activity. If your feet, especially toes, are at all sensitive and prone to injury, it may be a good idea to wrap them prior to playing any sports.

Treatment

Possibly the most common hindrance to turf toe healing is getting back on the field too soon. Letting the injury completely heal before resuming regular activity is the best treatment to avoid further complications. Visiting a good foot clinic is a good idea to determine if your painful toe really is turf toe or something more serious.

Like many sports injuries, turf toe can take a while to heal. Some experts recommend staying off of the toe for at least 3 weeks, possibly longer. Once injured, turf toe is likely to resurface on occasion Athletes that have experienced turf toe should be especially careful in all future exercises.

Many sports injuries can result in further injury if not treated properly. Be sure to visit your local foot & ankle clinic for more detailed advice on how to treat turf toe and other injuries.

How Winter Workouts Affect Your Feet

Aspen Foot and Ankle in Payson, Utah is a local foot doctor. They would be happy to answer any questions you have about foot problems during the winter months. Contact them at AspenFootandAnkle.com.

The air is cold, the roads are slippery, and the sun goes down early. Winter time sure does change a person’s idea of fun while working out outdoors. Most of you have probably moved your workouts indoors to gyms and recreation centers. That’s great for the warmer air you get to breathe, but how does it affect your feet?

It’s no surprise that treadmills are rougher on a body than running outdoors. Grass and soft turf are better than concrete, too. When moving your cardio workout indoors, consider the following:

  • see if it’s possible to run on an indoor track, preferably a soft one. Not only is this better for your feet, but you can avoid shin-splints a little easier.
  • seek a location with plenty of room for stretches and cool down.
  • engage in a number of physical exercises, not just running.

After your workout, remember to be careful and clean in gym locker rooms – especially in regards to your feet!

Most buildings are sealed pretty tight in the wintertime. This creates a breeding ground for germs. Be extremely careful when removing your shoes, especially in locker rooms and public showers. Invest in a pair of shower shoes. A few bucks spent to prevent a foot fungus is infinitely worth avoiding months and months of foot discomfort.

 

How Do You Protect Your Feet in the Winter Time?

This is a guest post from our friends at Aspen Foot and Ankle in Payson, Utah. They are a foot and ankle doctor and would love to answer any questions you have about foot problems during the holiday season. Contact them at AspenFootandAnkle.com.

It’s that time of year again – frightful weather outside. So what does that mean for your feet?winter-feet-in-utah-county

Feet are neglected and forgotten about – always hidden in socks and winter-proof shoes. But even those hidden feet need to be cared for. You may not be showing them off in your summertime sandals, but YOU know how they look and feel under those soft and fluffy boots.

Here are 6 tips to making sure your feet feel their best through the harsh winter:

  1. Take extra care to keep your feet well moisturized. Use lotions frequently.
  2. Always wear CLEAN socks. It may be tempting not to change your socks as often as you need to, but wearing dirty socks can lead to some serious foot conditions.
  3. Thoroughly dry out your boots after walking through wet, cold snow. Wearing wet boots out in the cold is a perfect setup for hypothermia and frostbite.
  4. Wash house slippers at least once, preferably twice a month. These are worn more frequently and for longer periods in the wintertime.
  5. Wear socks to bed – if you can. Some people can’t sleep with socks on, but if you can these will help keep your feet moisturized overnight.
  6. Pamper your feet. If they’re unhappy, you’re going to be uncomfortable as you holiday shop, eat and play.

Also see last month’s post for 5 Reminders for Happy Holiday Feet.

INFOGRAPHIC: Does Utah Have the Best Snow on Earth

I grew up in Idaho and started skiing when I was six years old. Even though Idaho is a close neighbor to Utah, I’d still have to agree that Utah has the greatest snow on Earth.

In fact, as a kid who didn’t even know much about snow quality, I was always excited to hit the fresh powder on our annual visit down to Alta or Snowbird or Brighton.

This cool infographic says it all:

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Why do you think Utah has the best snow on Earth? Or have you been somewhere better?

FOR SALE: 3 High Quality Kitchen Bar Stools – $20/Stool OBO

We have grown out of these bar stools. They were about $100 per stool when we purchased them. One of the three stools has a small hole in the leather seat.

Other than that, they are in good condition.

Contact Nate at 801.830.6986. Can be picked up in Spanish Fork, Utah.

FOR SALE: Small Wooden Shelf – $15 OBO

This shelf is in good shape. It has two interior shelves that fold up to allow storage of something taller.

Contact Nate at 801.830.6986. Can be picked up in Spanish Fork, Utah.