Skeleton is a sport of extreme speed, razor sharp precision, and daredevil courage. Here's how the sport works on the icy ...

Editor’s Note: This story is part of Peak, The Athletic’s desk covering leadership, personal development and performance through the lens of sports. Follow Peak here. At 13, Jannik Sinner left home to ...

When you think of extreme sports, what comes to mind? Perhaps skydiving, parachuting, big wave surfing or even base jumping? Today's adrenalin junkies face their fair share of risks. But they pale in ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Sports specialization in children and adolescents has increased significantly in recent years. Research ...

Most professional athletes today specialize in one sport from childhood. They dedicate every waking hour to perfecting a singular craft. There was a time when the greatest athletes in the world ...