Fitness

1. Pick a Race There are several different types of kayak racing which are governed by the International Canoe Federation (ICF). Sprint racing and marathon racing are grouped together in a category call “flat water racing.” You might also choose…
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Overview The basic AB Lounge exercise routine uses a jackknife movement to isolate and target muscles in your abdomen and strengthen your core. The AB Lounge design allows for back and neck support while performing crunches for building and toning…
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The price of the traditional “dinner and a movie” date can be substantial these days, and if you and your date want some refreshments while you’re watching the movie the cost can go up dramatically. A date doesn’t have to…
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Circuit training is a systematic approach to fitness that integrates resistance and cardiovascular exercises. The goal of circuit training is to build muscle while reaching and maintaining a designated target heart rate by following each resistance exercise immediately with a…
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1. An Ounce of Prevention A stress fracture is an overuse injury. Common in athletes and military personnel, stress fractures happen when increased levels of exercise overload bones. Persistent pain in the area is usually the first symptom, and with…
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Sagging breasts are commonly caused from pregnancy, aging, being overweight or smoking. Other than changing your lifestyle habits, you can also perform weight training exercises to help firm them. Because breast tissue is predominately fat, the muscle underneath should be…
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1. Start With the Basics The waltz originated in Austria and comes from a German word “walzen,” which means to glide, turn or roll. Unlike some other ballroom dances, the ealtz has been around for a long time and has…
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Golfer’s elbow is a condition known medically as medial epicondylitis. This condition causes pain and stiffness medial side of your elbow and forearm. Medial means toward the midline of the body. According to the Mayo Clinic, golfer’s elbow is caused…
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Making a good impression on a date isn’t just about making the perfect plan or looking fabulous–your manners matter, too. Dating can raise a few etiquette challenges, even for people who generally have no trouble minding their manners in other…
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Dancing is a fun way to burn fat and calories, which will help you lose weight. However, if you are not the best dancer, learning new steps in front of others can be a little embarrassing. A smart way to…
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New technologies inspire hope, wonder, awe and sometimes fear, and hybrid cars are no exception. Breakthrough developments can have unintended consequences, but in today’s litigious society, most new technologies are thoroughly tested before they ever get into consumers’ hands. Hybrid…
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Packing the right equipment for a camping trip is an essential part of planning a safe, enjoyable outing for you and your friends or family. While the equipment you need may vary based on the destination and duration of your…
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1. Fun Sailing Sailboats can be enjoyed leisurely on quiet lakes as well as on the ocean for exciting trips. The only requirements for a sailboat are movements in the wind and a bottom deep enough for the keel to…
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Common sense applies when you’re cooking at a campsite, but it’s not necessarily the same common sense you’d use when cooking at home. You don’t have a garbage disposal to get rid of food scraps, and any garbage you create…
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1. Warm Up Core Muscles Sit up straight, just like your mother taught you, when you are kayaking. Good posture is essential for proper paddling. Sitting up straight requires a fit core and aligned spine. Tone these muscles with exercises…
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Shoulder flexion refers to the movement of your arms when they are brought forward. The shoulder joint is the only joint that moves for shoulder flexion so the arms should stay straight when you do shoulder flexion exercises. Some shoulder…
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Overview The spinal column is composed of four precise curvatures that are important in providing the balance, flexibility and absorption of stresses encountered on a daily basis. In some people, abnormal curvatures are present, resulting in conditions such as kyphosis,…
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Overview The barrel of a baseball bat is larger than that swung in a softball game. Its weight distribution is different too. These facts and others about the bats used each game are rooted in the essential differences between baseball…
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Overview Recycling plastic has a number of benefits. Recycling keeps plastics waste out of landfills, where it is not biodegradable, and puts raw materials into the hands of manufacturers of plastic products in a way that is often cheaper than…
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If you have stiffness, soreness, or fatigue in your neck that causes discomfort, you could benefit from a regular program for stretching and strengthening the muscles of the neck. Just like other muscles in the body, the neck muscles can…
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1. Rock it Out From swing dancing of the 1930s and 1940s derived the first rock ‘n’ roll dance, the jitterbug. In the fifties, teens everywhere learned the jitterbug from their peers and by watching the television show “American Bandstand”…
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Without the right gear, your family camping trip can quickly go from delightful to disastrous. Although some campgrounds may have a nearby general store where you can restock a few forgotten items, it is likely to be overpriced and perhaps…
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Most athletes will encounter an agility ladder at some point. This widely used training tool is so versatile that non-athletes, too, use it to improve general fitness. The ladder is cheap, portable, and relatively easy to use; it may be…
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These days, people sit for long periods of time more than ever: in cars, at computer monitors, at desks. Sitting for long periods of time can wreak havoc on your posture. One of the consequences of chronic bad posture is…
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A strong, healthy back is essential for your body to correctly function and move. The spinal column, which runs the length of your back, provides structure and support. The muscles in the back work together to stabilize, align and move…
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Overview Basketball is a very demanding sport from a physical perspective. The game is about constant motion and all players who compete regularly have a high degree of physical conditioning whether they do formal strength training, cardiovascular work or any…
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Working your your biceps may give you aesthetically pleasing big arms, but it also leads to many health benefits. Building muscle, says the American Council on Exercise, can lead to stronger bones, increased metabolism and lower risk of injury. Stress…
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For anglers willing to brave the cold weather of early spring, walleye fishing can be very productive. At that time of year, walleye are preparing to spawn or already are spawning. This creates aggressive behavior that can be exploited by…
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1. Wear American Sportswear Chic World War II greatly influenced styles of the 1940s and changed fashion forever. The fashions of the forties and fifties still influence swing dancing outfits of today. With American fashion designers of the fortiess cut…
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Kickboxing provides for an overall cardiovascular workout that aids in weight loss. It also helps to tone the overall body through a series of punching, kicking and various other movements. Women find kickboxing allows them to receive a cardio and…
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