The Pads that Protect are Now Protected

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Published on Thursday, 28 May 2015 22:19

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Athletes at the elite level needed padding at the elite level.  We understood this: years x months x days x falls = [insert crazy big number] = injuries = problems.  After my decade in figure skating proved that falling [insert crazy big number] times = injuries, we decided something needed to be changed.

So we created our ideal crash pads, PeacePads™.  Today those elite athletes have found our PeacePads™ protect at an elite level.

We are proud to say that now HIPeace™ and TailbonePeace™ are each patented.  This event celebrates our first innovations as we continue in advancement.  We will push the envelope of innovation just as elite athletes push the envelope of possible every day.

Let's push the envelope of possible together.

“Chococonut” Almond Bars (Healthy Chocolates Recipe)

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Published on Friday, 20 March 2015 23:42

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Spring is in the air . . . and all we can really think about is Vivaldi’s “Spring” (which we think would make a pretty great skating program!).  While skating to Vivaldi’s “Spring” would be pretty sweet, we were also in the mood for something a little more literally sweet.  Some coconut, almond, and chocolate (all while staying relatively “healthy” with lots of minerals and nutrients no added sugar)—sounds pretty sweet to us!

The recipe below is a healthier alternative to traditional candy bars, and we found them more flavorful and delicious as well!  Basically, if you want to be transported to a pâtisserie’s rich flavors without a plane ticket, try this recipe.  To mix it up, we also tried substituting the vanilla extract for mint extract to create more of a peppermint patty flavor.

“Chococonut” Almond Bars

(makes about 14 small bars)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, lightly packed
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (substitute with mint extract for a tasty variety!)
• 12 whole almonds (optional)
• 4 ounces dark chocolate

Directions:

1. Measure and mix together the coconut, almond butter, honey, and vanilla (or mint).  This should become a sticky paste that you will be able to form.
2. On a pan covered with parchment paper, form the mixture by tablespoon into bars.  If desired, press an almond into the top of each bar.
3. Place the bars in the freezer for 15-20 minutes or until they are slightly solid.
4. Melt the dark chocolate (microwave in 15 second increments and stir until melted).
5. Dip each bar into the melted chocolate and place on parchment paper.  Freeze or refrigerate to harden the chocolate.  Enjoy!

Did you know?

Almond butter contains calcium and copper—helping keep your brain and nervous system functioning.  The calcium is also important for muscle performance.  It also contains magnesium, which can help you generate energy.  And coconut can boost your immune system while it has many minerals like manganese, copper, and selenium.  With the nutrients every athlete needs, the chococonut bars sound pretty sweet to us! J  Let us know what you think about the recipe!

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LiveKühn® + Sorbothane® = Quality for Our Customers

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Published on Saturday, 14 March 2015 22:11

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This February, LiveKühn® hit the road for a trip to Kent, Ohio.  It was about time we paid a visit to our friends at Sorbothane®, where each LiveKühn PeacePad is proudly made.  Producing our products in the U.S.A. is of utmost importance to us—both for supporting the economy, and for giving our customers the very best products every time.  LiveKühn Inventor and CEO, Rachel, spent time in the engineering and production areas to meet the skilled technicians who stand behind every one of our pads.  These people help ensure we consistently maintain superior quality products and that our customers—skaters, snowboarders, horseback riders, football players, and many others—get the very best in performance athletic pad technology.  We produce the best products to help you boldly reach your best!  By manufacturing right here in the U.S., close to home, we are able to provide swift timing in getting product out to our worldwide customers.  We also spent time on our trip working on exciting new innovations for the LiveKühn athletes around the world . . . so be sure to watch for some very exciting news coming soon!

Fashionably Bold

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Published on Monday, 02 March 2015 01:32

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Athletes aren't only super strong, they've also got super style!  We love looking great while performing great.  How about good-looking activewear that performs with your favorite protective gear from LiveKühn®?  Our friend Kirsten Warner from OnePrize Performance just debuted her activewear collection at fashion week in Tampa.  It is specifically tailored for figure skaters!  And--get this--she has certain pieces that were specially designed to work with LiveKühn PeacePads™!  You can see her designs below.  (If we could, we would be wearing her designs every day!)  Make sure to follow her on Facebook or Twitter to keep up with her latest work!

Valentine's Day!

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Published on Saturday, 14 February 2015 15:50

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Happy World Snow Day!

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Published on Sunday, 18 January 2015 11:17

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