Chris Nowinski

Chris Nowinski

Chris Nowinski is an author and a former professional wrestler with World Wrestling Entertainment. Chris Nowinski's career ended after a concussion caused him mental fatigue. Chris Chris Nowinski went on to found the Sports Legacy... [more]

Chris Nowinski is an author and a former professional wrestler with World Wrestling Entertainment. Chris Nowinski's career ended after a concussion caused him mental fatigue. Chris Chris Nowinski went on to found the Sports Legacy Institute, which looks at the effects of head trauma in atheletes. Find more Chris Nowinski photos, videos, and news here.

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Former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski issued a memo to PWTorch today listing several former WWE wrestlers who have agreed to donate their brains following death to aid the research of brain trauma from repeated blows to the head. "Over 20 wrestlers have already enrolled or recently pledged to join the study, including Rob Van Dam, Matt Morgan, Lance Storm, Ken Kennedy, Molly Holly, Tony Garea, Antonio Thomas, Dawn Marie, Kevin Fertig, and other big names who at this point choose to remain anonymous," Nowinski said in a memo. "The only group of professional athletes so far with a greater commitment to this research is ... Read Full Story
 
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Matt Morgan stated the following on his twitter page: “I’m now an official member of Chris Nowinski’s Sports Legacy Institute! I have signed on to donate my brain to this very earnest, admirable cause. Concussions is a very serious topic that desperately needs more addressing so I’m proud to be part of something that will def help future wrestlers and other athletes for yrs to come. I've noticed more & more, that wrestlers are starting to see the ramifications that concussions can cause. Its leading to more guys to take more self-preventative measures when in the ring. I know it has for me! I ... Read Full Story
 
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The Sports Legacy Institute, which is co-chaired by Chris Nowinski, who played college football at Harvard and wrestled professionally for WWE (and whose wrestling career ended due to a concussion), studies the degenerative neurological condition these football players have experienced, which is called Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). Through the study, Nowinski says his group will get an idea of the risk factors, how the disease progresses, the symptoms and potential treatments. He is also calling for change in the professional wrestling business: "The idea of going off the top of the cage into the ring may actually be as stupid as it looks," Nowinski ... Read Full Story
 
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In the first educational presentation ever provided on the Benoit murder/suicide, the Sports Legacy Institute (SLI), founded by former WWE pro wrestler Christopher Nowinski, details what SLI found, what it tells us about the tragedy, and how this information will change the professional wrestling industry forever. Hosted by SLI founder and President Christopher Nowinski and SLI Athlete Advisor Booker T. The 20 minute presentation will be followed by 10 minutes of Q&A.; Christopher Nowinski will also sign autographs for anyone attending the seminar. Admission Fee: $20 100% of proceeds will benefit the Sports Legacy Institute and Booker T Fights for Kids, both 501(c)(3) charitable ... Read Full Story
 
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How should Florida respond to Tim Tebow's concussive brain injury? Click here . source: slate.com Read Full Story
 
Former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski issued a memo to PWTorch today listing several former WWE wrestlers who have agreed to donate their brains following death to aid the research of brain trauma from repeated blows to the head."Over 20 wrestlers have already enrolled or recently pledged to join the study, including Rob Van Dam, Matt Morgan, Lance Storm, Ken Kennedy, Molly Holly, Tony Garea, Antonio Thomas, Dawn Marie, Kevin Fertig, and other...  
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Other News: Former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski appearing before US Congress ...Pro Wrestling TorchFormer WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski is scheduled to appear before a US Congressional committee today to discuss the ...  
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WWE News: Former WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski quoted in Sports Illustrated on ...Pro Wrestling TorchFormer WWE wrestler Chris Nowinski was quoted by Sports Illustrated in a story on high-profile Florida Gators ...MAN HELPS POLICE BY USING A WRESTLING HOLD, SPORTS LEGACY INSTITUTE FEATURED ...Pro Wrestling Insiderall 2 news articles »  
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Chris Nowinski discusses concussions and how they affect athletesLos Angeles TimesChris Nowinski, one of the founders of the Sports Legacy Institute, recently gave an interview to the website wizofodds.com, talking about advancements made ...  
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Matt Morgan stated the following on his twitter page:“I’m now an official member of Chris Nowinski’s Sports Legacy Institute! I have signed on to donate my brain to this very earnest, admirable cause. Concussions is a very serious topic that desperately needs more addressing so I’m proud to be part of something that will def help future wrestlers and other athletes for yrs to come. I've noticed more & more, that wrestlers are starting to see...  
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The Sports Legacy Institute, which is co-chaired by Chris Nowinski, who played college football at Harvard and wrestled professionally for WWE (and whose wrestling career ended due to a concussion), studies the degenerative neurological condition these football players have experienced, which is called Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). Through the study, Nowinski says his group will get an idea of the risk factors, how the disease...  
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Seattle Post IntelligencerNFL head injuries a hot topic in CongressLos Angeles Times... head thousands of times appears to create a disease that slowly and quietly causes your brain cells to die," said Chris Nowinski in submitted testimony. ...NFL to aid ex-players who reported mental problemsThe Associated Pressall 1,125 news articles »  
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