Basketball players can improve their ball-handling and play-making ability by using two basketballs when they practice. Dribbling two balls at the same time increases a player’s dribbling ability and dexterity. It also can help improve confidence and creativity. Players who…
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1. Karate Kumite: The Apex of Training Everything that a karate practitioner, called a karateka, learns from spending countless hours in a dojo culminates with karate kumite, or karate sparring. For some, it is the favorite part of their training….
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Overview Tattoos are permanent body alterations that involve injecting ink into the surface of the skin, but there are several methods that can be used to remove tattoos. In addition, recent improvements in technology have made tattoo removal safer and…
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Anyone who’s ever walked into the gym at peak hours and tried find an open weight bench knows how much of a focus people tend to place on exercising chest muscles. If you want to build stronger and bigger chest…
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Tendons connect muscle to bone and ligaments connect bones to each other. Tendons and ligaments are made up of collagen and elastin. Supplements that benefit collagen and elastin will benefit tendons and ligaments. It is important that these soft tissues…
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You have pressure points throughout your body that can have an effect on specific areas. Stimulating these points can create a reduction in aches and pains, as well as increase your overall relaxation through stress relief. The pressure technique used…
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Overview Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterium. According to KidsHealth.org, Staphylococcus aureus is commonly found on the skin and in the nose. These bacteria cause no problem in healthy people. Broken skin or a weakened immune system allows the bacteria to…
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1. Work or Pleasure Kayaking is a popular form of boating because it’s so versatile. Kayaking along a serene coast can provide a form of relaxation for one enthusiast, while another gets an adrenaline rush by paddling through raging white…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Valerian blooms with sweet-scented white or pinkish flowers in June, but the herb gets its potency from the roots and bulbs beneath the ground. Valerian roots are usually dried and ground into powder, but you can use fresh, whole…
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Hair is made of a dead protein called keratin, so it cannot heal itself, according to the American Hair Loss Association. Styling, washing, drying and the daily wear and tear on your hair can make it feel dry, dull and…
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Chapped lips, also called cheilitis, can be not only unslightly, but also painful. The irritated skin on and around the lips becomes swollen and cracked and can even bleed. Children ages 7 to 15 are especially prone to chapped lips…
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1. High on the Protein The Abs Diet is one that tells you to take in tons of protein. Nuts, cheese, yogurt and meat with little grains make up most of the menu. This might sound wonderful if you like…
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
Fever blisters are caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1, or HSV-1. The National Institutes of Health points out that no cure exists for fever blisters, also called oral herpes. The herpes virus can be spread from one person…
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Honey in its pure form is an excellent remedy for various ailments. It has been used by a number of different cultures throughout history. According to The University of Waikato, scientists are busy studying the health benefits of honey. Honey…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Effective exercise plans help you achieve your fitness and health-related goals, whatever they may be. Effective exercise plans should allow you to achieve your goal, but not cause you to sacrifice your health in the process. What one person may…
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December 3, 2013 Skincare and Beauty
If you have oily skin, you may be tempted to try remedies that dry the skin. According to beauty experts at Cosmopolitan magazine and others, attempting to “fix” your skin with some of these techniques may simply end up giving…
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Ready.gov, a website sponsored by the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, offers resources and advice on how to survive in an emergency. One of the tactics that Ready.gov suggests is a survival pack that can be easily transferred from your…
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Overview The Smith machine once was considered a trend-setter in safe and effective weightlifting equipment. However, science has caught up with the machine to reveal that not everything that once was believed about it is true. Perhaps the Smith machine…
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Overview Cycling shoes are special shoes that connect the rider to his bike through a pedal system. The pedals have a clip, or binding, that is built into the sole of the shoe. This system of cycling shoe and binding…
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December 3, 2013 Diet and Nutrition
Losing belly fat is of utmost importance when it comes to your overall health. Putting your self image aside, having abdominal fat can raise your risks for chronic conditions and diseases, such as high triglycerides, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes…
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Ear piercing is a cultural and cosmetic practice that dates to ancient civilizations across the world. In the Western world, a more recent derivation of this body modification is the practice of gauging or stretching, in which the diameter of…
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December 3, 2013 Children's Health
Overview Potty training your boy can be challenging for parents and the child, but ultimately is rewarding for everyone. The process for training boys is basically the same as for girls except that boys tend to lag behind girls somewhat…
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It impacts nearly every golfer at one point or another. Whether they are watching on television or playing with a partner who possesses the ability to bomb a drive down the fairway, or they catch all of a drive themselves,…
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Melatonin is a hormone that helps regulate your sleep-wake cycle. The body produces melatonin naturally, but some people also take melatonin supplements to help them sleep. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), there is some evidence that melatonin…
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1. Charge and Knock it Down Good short stops charge at balls instead of waiting for them to come to you. This can be intimidating since you’re already pretty close to the batter, but it’s essential to get a jump…
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1. Know If It’s a Stone Kidney stones, also called renal stones, are commonly diagnosed by ultrasounds and CT scans. If you have a history of kidney stones, your doctor might opt to treat the stone without using tests to…
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Overview A bodybuilder needs to follow a strict diet just as much as a training regimen. Body composition largely depends on the amount and type of food ingested. Bodybuilders seek to continually increase muscle mass while keeping fat levels to…
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Primarily, menstrual pain can be traced to late adolescent years. Menstrual cramps are also common among those who entered puberty at age 11 or earlier, bleed heavily during menstruation, are depressed or anxious, have never delivered a baby and smoke….
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The principals of traditional Chinese medicine differ greatly from those of Western medicine. Health, in this alternative medical system, is viewed as being a result of a harmonious balance between the body’s interconnected organs and systems, according to the National…
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December 3, 2013 Children's Health
1. Massage Baby Gums Even if your baby still has a toothless grin, it’s a good idea to get into the habit of wiping her gums. Wrap a wet washcloth or gauze around your index finger during bath time. Rub…
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