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Vogue Designer US Open Tennis Balls
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We're Obsessed With Vogue's Designer Tennis Balls

It's no secret Anna Wintour loves tennis, and in honor of the US Open, which just kicked off yesterday, Vogue enlisted some of our favorite designers — and Maria Sharapova — to create their very own customized tennis balls.
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Vogue Designer US Open Tennis Balls

It's no secret Anna Wintour loves tennis, and in honor of the US Open, which just kicked off yesterday, Vogue enlisted some of our favorite designers — and Maria Sharapova — to create their very own customized tennis balls. Given, these balls aren't meant for bouncing around and, sadly, aren't on sale, but admiring them from afar works for us. Check out our favorite bedazzled, stitched, and spiked designs from the likes of Peter Som, Eddie Borgo, and Rag & Bone, then visit Vogue to see the entire collection. Get ready to be amazed.

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Tennis Balls For Dogs and Cats
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Love All and Have a Tennis Ball!

To celebrate the ongoing US Open, I'm rounding up the first round thing to come to mind .
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To celebrate the ongoing US Open, I'm rounding up the first round thing to come to mind . . . tennis balls, obviously.While I already shared a pricey bed, most of you opted to pass for that tennis creation but still want to let pets have a ball! North loves the extra small Air Kong versions 'cause they're super squeaky and fit him perfectly. (He usually tears all the fabric off a normal doggy tennis ball to use the frays to fetch 'em since they don't fit in his mouth.) Since he's pretty darn destructive, I'm shocked how long it takes him to kill the squeakers in this version — they sometimes last a couple of months, which is an eternity in his chompers.

I've gathered up some extraordinary tennis balls for doggies and kitties so check 'em out in the widget below.

Dog Bed Made of Tennis Balls
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HEX Tennis Dog Bed: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?

Your pups can't fetch this fetching item, although they may be tempted!
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Your pups can't fetch this fetching item, although they may be tempted! Made of recycled tennis balls, this bed stands out, while a comfy cushion lets the pooch snuggle in for a bumpy nap. Dogs that enjoy rolling around on things of different textures will get a nice massage from the product from Hugh Hayden Design, but a $285 doggie bed could be the crafty inspiration you need to get out there and DIY. Would your pups lounge in style or try to drag this bed out to the park for playtime?

Use a Tennis Ball to Relieve Sore Muscles
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Ease Sore Muscles With a Tennis Ball

Getting a massage is not always an affordable option to relieve sore muscles.
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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.

Here's how I've been using mine:

 

  • For leg muscles I sit down on the floor with my legs outstretched and place the ball underneath myself where the thigh meets the butt. I slowly move from side-to-side and let the ball work itself over my muscles, placing my hands on the floor for support. This motion can be worked all the way down leg. After that's done, I turn over and place the tennis ball under the front of my thigh and start the rolling motion all over again.
  • For my back, I place a tennis ball between myself and a wall — this works especially well for the muscles near the neck and shoulders. Lean back into the ball and let it roll back and forth over your muscles.
  • Use a tennis ball underneath the arch of your foot to relieve tired muscles. Sit down in a chair and place the tennis ball under your foot. Put some pressure on the ball and let it roll up and down the muscles of the foot. This is an easy way to get a great foot massage!

The basic idea is that you can work a tennis ball into a trigger point with just a little bit of pressure. If you need to cover greater surface area, put a few tennis balls into a long sock and tie off the end.

Two Reasons to Toss Tennis Balls in the Washer . . . and Dryer!
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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.
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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. If you add a tennis ball to the dryer, it can help fluff up your drying towels, down bedding or other clothes that need an extra puff and fluff – bonus!

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Does Your Dog Have a Favorite Tennis Ball Size?
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Does Your Dog Have a Favorite Tennis Ball Size?

Let's get the ball rolling in '09!
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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. From teeny tiny ones (usually 1.5-inch in diameter) to the super sized (5-inches in diameter), which ball do you think your pooch would like best?

Ball Stomp'r: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?
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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.
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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 . . . and there's even a mini version ($8) for those teeny tennies. Will you step up for this product?

Tips for Novice Tennis Players
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Tips for Novice Tennis Players

Tennis is a great way to get moving this summer.
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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.

  • Take lessons, even if you're not a first time player. Aside from learning a few tips and tricks, one of the best things about taking a lesson is that the coach can help you break the bad habits you may have picked up (bad grip, bad swing, etc) along the way.
  • Play "no out-of-bounds". This may seem crazy to tennis pros, but the game can get a little frustrating when a newbie hits the ball out-of-bounds every time she swings, which means the game never really gets going. So in the beginning, play with a "no out-of-bounds" rule to actually get some volley time in. Still not going smoothly? Then until you get the hang of it, think about allowing the ball to bounce more than once.
  • Practice makes good, not perfect. Tennis is one of those games where, unless you're André Agassi, you'll have good times and then you'll have times where you're embarrassed to be on the court. This is normal. It happens to everyone. Keep on practicing.
  • Get good equipment, but not the most pricey. All you really need to play tennis is a decent all around racket and some average tennis balls. Tennis gear can get quite expensive and there is no need to splurge before you've even decided if you like the sport. If you find that you love tennis, then you can splurge on the convenient bag, pink tennis balls and cute tennis dress.
  • Bring a lot of balls. If there is one thing I can tell you before heading to the court on your new tennis endeavors it is to bring a lot of balls along. Nothing is more frustrating than only having one or two balls that you have to retrieve every one or two minutes.

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