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Ease Sore Muscles With a Tennis Ball
Getting a massage is not always an affordable option to relieve sore muscles. I use The Stick at home but when I'm on the go it's not something I can take with me. Because of its size, a tennis ball provides on the spot muscle relief wherever you are.
Two Reasons to Toss Tennis Balls in the Washer . . . and Dryer!
While I'd recommend tossing (in the garbage) any tennis balls with signs of fraying or peeling rubber, it's a good idea to wash those you'll be keeping this season. Think of all the dirt from endless games of fetch and throw them in the washing machine with some towels and pet-safe detergent.
After the fuzzy balls are cleaned up, you can air out or pop them in a dryer for a special trick.
Does Your Dog Have a Favorite Tennis Ball Size?
Let's get the ball rolling in '09! It's important to have the right tennis toss for those wintry afternoons of catch with your pet. That's not to say all animal sizes won't get a kick out of the standard ball, but the small tennies are more catch-worthy for lil mouths where they could be a choking hazard to the big dogs.
Ball Stomp'r: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?
Here's yet another way to chuck a tennis ball without actually throwing it – time to use the power of da' feet. The Ball Stomp'r ($12) features a launch tube that fits a standard-sized ball and when you step, it soars up to 100 feet! If your dogs love to fetch and your throwing arm works about as well as mine (read: not good), this could be a nice option .
Tips for Novice Tennis Players
Tennis is a great way to get moving this summer. However, if you're new to the sport then you know first hand that not knowing how to play very well can make for a frustrating afternoon. Everyone has to start somewhere, so here are a few tips that will hopefully ease the frustration and help you stick with it.
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Get in Gear: Pink Penn Tennis Balls
I like the bright yellow tennis balls and all, but they can get boring. Every so often it's fun to bring the girly-ness back into sports with a splash of color.
This is why I am loving these Pink Penn Tennis Balls ($3.25 for a can of three).
Cool Idea: Tennis Ball Chair
In general, a wacky design like Hugh Hayden's Tennis Ball Chair would head straight for the Love It or Hate It box. But I think it's an innovative and eco-friendly repurposing of an object that's not meant for interiors. The chair apparently bounces and jiggles just like a tennis ball does, without losing shape, which is engaging and fun!
Bring the US Open Love Home!
Today marks the start of the US Open (which coincidentally coincided six years ago today when I brought North home to NYC)! To celebrate the beginning of this event, I'm rounding up the first round thing to come to mind . .
Relax Anywhere: Achy Feet
After a long run, my feet can be quite achy. Aside from complaining to my husband a lot, I usually just deal with it. However I recently discovered a fabulous and easy technique for massaging your sore feet, and all you need is a tennis ball.
Simple Solution For Your Sore Feet
My feet can always use some extra love and care, and a nightly foot massage just isn't an option for me (though that would be a welcome Valentine's Day treat). Our tootsies go through enough on an average day of walking around in not-so-comfortable shoes or running errands, but they really take a beating when a long workout is part of the equation.
Here's a simple solution for your sore feet: Grab any tennis-sized ball that hasn't been claimed by your pup and place it under the arch of your foot.
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