5 Things You May or May Not Know About the Three Stripes

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Unless you’ve been frozen or stuck inside a cave for the last 60 years, chances are that any time you see an item of clothing, a shoe or a sports replica jersey with 3 stripes on it one brand instantly springs to mind; Adidas. Over the years Adidas have created some of the biggest sport fashion trends and revolutions in history, including popper trousers and the blade football boot to name a couple, each displaying the signature three stripes. Here’s a few facts about the Three Stripes you may or may not know…

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·         The three stripes trademark was bought from fellow German sports brand Karhu by Adidas in 1949 for and amount equal to €1600 and two bottles of whiskey. Since then it has become the face and identity of what is now one of the biggest and recognised sports brand in the world.

·         Along with this success has come much controversy. A handful of incidents have happened over the years with sports governing bodies and rules regarding the amount of branding that can appear on a team’s jersey due to advertisement. Despite not featuring the brand name, the three stripes usually take up a large and noticeable area (usually on the shoulders of tops and side seams for bottoms) and are classed as a trademark logo as opposed to a design feature. Noted disputes covered in the media include the National Collegiate Athletic Association in 1998 which was settled by a compromise to what the NCAA deem appropriate, and the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (Wimbledon) in 2006 in which Adidas won.

·         Over the last 12 years alone, Adidas have filed at least three dozen court cases against other brands and designers using similar designs to their own. Some of these cases have been successful in Adidas’ favour with offending items removed from the market and/or the defendant receiving a fine, whilst other courts have ruled having a copyright on a design trait so easily construed is farfetched. Lawsuits include Walmart, Polo Ralph Lauren and Abercrombie & Fitch to name a few.

·         The three stripes have been made iconic by sports culture throughout the years. Long before advertising and brand awareness became such a huge part of sport, Adidas had already established themselves as a quality athletic brand worn by numerous competitors. The three stripes adorning the side of their trainers and the trefoil logo (also adorning three stripes striking through the middle) had worked their way into the public consciousness via television and photographs many years before the company rose to be the global giant it is known as now. Adidas have played a major part in the endorsement and sponsorship of sports, sporting events and sport personalities for a number of years.

·         Adidas apparel has also been highly regarded in music and fashion too. They became closely connected to the Hip Hop fashion scene in the 80s by being adorned on the shoulders and feet of popular music act Run DMC, including a song dedicated to the brand called ‘My Adidas in 1986. Nu-Metal band Korn also had a song dedicated to the Three Stripes called A.D.I.D.A.S. (standing for the famous playground backronym “All Day I Dream About Sex”) on their second album to go in hand with frontman Jonathan Davis’ signature Adidas shell suit.

So what’s in store for the future of the Three Stripes? Or is the question, what isn’t? Adidas have successfully worked their way into being a major competitor in the Skateboard shoe market over the last decade, and with such a recognisable brand and budget it’s hard to imagine Adidas not being successful in anything that involves sport fashion and equipment. All I can say is no matter what becomes popular in the sporting world in the near future, chances are you’ll be seeing the Three Stripes on something…

AUTHOR BOX: Justin Wheeler is a Martial Arts Practitioner who works as a product purchaser at Black Eagle. He loves the Adidas brand for their quality products, all perfected over a number of years with research and expertise. His favourite Adidas stocked range is the Adidas Taekwondo apparel.

Tasty Foods High in Iron For Your Diet

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Editor’s note: Today we have a guest post concerning iron rich foods. Since iron deficiency is an all too common problem in runners, especially in women runners, I am happy to be able to publish this excellent guest post about iron rich foods here on RunGadget.

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Having an iron deficiency can make you feel simply awful since anemia is a condition that will sap your energy really quickly. Sometimes people don’t experience any symptoms at all but an iron deficiency can also manifest itself in other ways. It’s always best to get as full a diet as possible with a variety of sources from various nutritional groups. Sometimes in an effort to stay trim, people neglect important food categories and end up with problems like low iron. But with a varied diet and a solid routine of home-cooked meals thrown into the mix, you should be able to get back on track. To fix the problem, here are some suggestions for good foods high in iron.

Iron Enriched Cereals – one of the easiest ways to give yourself a bit of iron is with the first meal of the day. There are cereals enriched with all kinds of nutrients, and iron is certainly one of them. This is a great way to give yourself a boost in the morning, especially if you aren’t in the habit of eating breakfast. You can also find cereals loaded in fiber which will benefit your health as well.

Dried Fruits – all types of dried fruits are available for your snacking pleasure, and they can be a wonderful alternative to high sugar candy. They have a two-week texture and will make a welcome routine to your munching habit. Things like dried apricots, prunes, and raisins also contain a good amount of iron for your body.

Dark Leafy Greens – this can be a wonderful way to balance out your everyday meals since vegetables are inherently healthy for you. Elements like spinach or leafy greens can help to give you a boost of iron while providing you with other essential minerals and vitamins at the same time. They taste great with minimal need for further flavoring, although you can go all out and dress-up dish with exciting additions.

Organ meats – foods like kidney and liver are probably not mainstays of your regular diet but if you need a quick boost of iron then this is the way to go. Keep in mind that you might have to do some extra flavoring to make foods like this poor palatable, but if you happen to enjoy kidney and liver then by all means eat away!

Legumes – add a bit of variety in terms of taste and texture with the inclusion of legumes in your cooking routine. Even something as simple as tofu can revolutionize some of your favorite dishes. There’s nothing wrong with good old-fashioned ordinary beings either if you’re looking to make a home-cooked chili loaded with goodies.

Mollusks – seafood is a wonderful way to replenish iron levels while satisfying your taste buds as well. Certain foods like mussels and clams are actually really good source of iron, and not to mention they can be tasty treats from time to time. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different recipes that involve fresh ingredients to bring out the real flavor of seafood so that you can enjoy it more often.

Seeds and nuts – when it comes to foods high in iron and they don’t necessarily have to involve meat at all. You can make your own trail mix composed of dried fruits such as prunes and raisins and mix in some unsalted nuts as well. It can be a wonderful snack to help curb your hunger in addition to giving you a boost in iron with minimal fuss.

Red Meat – you can cut to the chase with one of the best iron rich foods that comes in the form of red meat. Of course you want to be careful about eating too many high cholesterol foods, but there’s no rule that says you have to avoid it completely. In fact, when you eat red meat with moderation in mind, it will always be a vital part of keeping you healthy. And when it comes to iron, it gives you a strong boost no matter how you choose to cook it.

This look at foods high in iron comes to us from our friends at rabbitsadvice.com where you can find more information on healthy living and proper weight loss.