Here is a brief article for those athletes who are trying to maintain a green ethic while training hard for competition. We hope the article encourages you to think about the practices used by your local gym, fitness center, weight room, etc. when it comes to energy use, recycling programs, and other green concerns. Remember, you are the consumer of the gym you use, and as such, you have a voice about the changes you would like to see take place in your work-out environment.

Eco Athlete Tip: Do One Small Thing (or Three)
Posted Aug 24 2008 2:44pm
David Durante has lived at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, for four years. That's long enough to be annoyed by the lack of recycling bins--and do something about it. Last year the gymnast founded an athletes committee that recommended ways to green the facility. Now the bins are in, gymnasium lights are turned off when not in use, and thermostats have been adjusted. Think your gym could use some Durante-esque improvements? Brainstorm with fellow members, then talk with management to make them happen.