The 2014 Winter Olympics is well underway. Athletes from around the world have gathered in Sochi, Russia to test their skills and to try to become the best in the world in what they do.
To me, sports has always been about pushing the limits of what humans can do from a physical standpoint. Typically, athletic endeavors revolve around strength, quickness, coordination and strategy. And, ultimately sports is about beating the competition and coming out on top.
Initially, athletic competitions were confined to activities humans could do with their bodies. Running, jumping, and lifting weights were all ways to show whose body performed the best. Continue reading ….