Gyms dedicated to CrossFit, an intense new exercise craze that mixes together different workout styles, are appearing all over Jordan. One of the first to establish itself was CrossFit QuickSand, which was set up by a group of savvy entrepreneurs…
Organizers of this month’s FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup say the event represents a unique opportunity to develop the game at home and prove the Kingdom can host international sports tournaments. By Laith Abou-Ragheb The eyes of the sporting world…
adidas opened its first HomeCourt retail concept store in the Levant, a 471 sqm hub for sport and streetwear in the heart of Abdali. HomeCourt is a true commercial arena where sports fans can immerse themselves in the heart of…
Until recently, Wael al Qadi’s family was best known for founding the Arab Jordan Investment Bank (AJIB). But now they’ve joined the elite ranks of business figures from our region to own a team in the multi-billion dollar English Football…
The Frankfurt Motor Show is easily the most important event on the global auto industry calendar. Officially known by its German IAA acronym, and tracing its origins back to 1897, the show is used to unveil the latest road cars,…
Want to keep on top of your health but don’t know where to start? These four health and fitness apps will help keep you fit and healthy, and ready to deal with any medical issues that come your way. By…
Some consider freediving to be too risky. But if taught properly, this seemingly extreme sport can be truly exhilarating. By Jane Hosking To most people, the idea of diving deep underwater for lengthy periods of time without scuba gear sounds…
Apple’s new smartwatch works great as a fitness tracker. But for runners, the much-hyped device lacks several key features, not least built-in GPS to map workouts with real accuracy. That’s not a problem with dedicated running watches, though. Here are…
The Apple Watch should (finally) be hitting the shops right about now, which means the smartwatch wars are well and truly underway. But which one is right for you? By Laith Abou-Ragheb Apple Watch www.apple.com Apple’s first, much-hyped attempt…