Fitness

1. Grandpa got Game Judo grappling, throws and chokes are well suited for practice by the elderly, weak and young. This is because they work with the body’s natural way of moving, making the opponent’s body weight, strength and force…
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Overview Building lean rock hard muscle takes a serious commitment to your training and diet. While techniques exist for building lean muscle, they will not overcome a diet that fails to optimize fat burning and lower body fat percentage. By…
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Scuba diving requires a lot of gear. The best way to not forget something is to keep a checklist and consult it before every dive trip. Most divers do not own their own tanks. They rent them from different outfitters….
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Overview Training for the 800-meter run requires strengthening both the aerobic and anaerobic systems in the body. Racing 800 meters falls between sprinting, which requires a great deal of speed, and distance racing, which requires more endurance. Given the fact…
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An injured or sore lower back can prevent you from lifting, turning, bending or even walking. As you recover from an injury, surgery or strain, you can perform a variety of exercises for the lower back that help maintain strength…
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For some of us, those excess inches or flab tend to creep up on us and we don’t notice until we try to slip into those jeans we wore last summer, or that dress just won’t zip up. A variety…
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According to a study conducted by the American Council on Exercise, some abdominal exercises are far more effective than others. The top-ranked exercise in the study was the basic bicycle maneuver, which you can do anytime at home without expensive…
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Overview Joseph Pilates stressed the importance of the “powerhouse” or core muscles. Hospital bed springs and beer barrels inspired his exercise machine creations. While not part of his original program, given Pilates’ creative tendencies, had it been available, Pilates might…
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Circuit training is an exercise method where you move from station to station with little or no rest. Circuits usually consist of six to 15 exercises. Circuit training exercises can be calisthenic body-weight exercises; strength training exercises using a variety…
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Overview Like its cousins the herring and whitefish, trout is best served fresh. Trout fishing seasons are held throughout the United States, mostly in the spring. The best trout for eating generally weigh between 2 and 4 pounds. A trout…
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The many physical and mental benefits along with its affordability and easy access, make running an activity that many people enjoy. The forces incurred during running create stress which can lead to injury if precautions are not taken. Patellofemoral pain,…
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Your gluteus maximus, or glutes, are powerful muscles located on the back of your pelvis which are responsible for extending your hip. Your glutes are very important in many athletic activities such as running, sprinting and jumping. Strengthening your glutes,…
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1. Flatwater Racing for Spike Adrenaline Flatwater racing represents the fastest human-powered boat racing events in the world. Racers use low profile and often hi-tech canoes or kayaks to slash their way through the water in a straight lane on…
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Pilates exercises are designed to improve core strength and stability as well as increase flexibility. The muscles of the abdomen and waist are especially targeted in advanced Pilates exercises because of the high level of difficulty of maintaining good posture…
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1. Beware of the Ropes The last place a boxer wants to be during a bout is up against the ropes. Being in that position is like sudden death. Admittedly, sometimes there is no getting around it. Your opponent skillfully…
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1. Karate Sparring With a Real Opponent Karate sparring, or kumite, is an opportunity to use all of your training in a practical application. Karate basic training, or kihon, teaches you how to block, punch, strike and kick. Then you…
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1. The Bag of Champions Heavy bags are the stuff boxing champions are made of. All the greats Joe Frazier, Muhammed Ali, Mike “Iron Man” Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya perfected their technique by attacking…
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The core, back and neck muscles support your spine, move your torso and head, and help move your arms. All of these motions are important for everyday functioning. Therefore, you should exercise these muscles at least once each week to…
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One of the fortunate facts of fitness is that the novice will make positive gains in exercise, almost regardless of what he does. For the novice athlete interested in building muscle, a well-designed exercise program will result in muscle gain….
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Overview Lacrosse, a sport that combines basketball, hockey and soccer, is considered to be the oldest sport in North America. Originally played by Native Americans as a means to solve conflict and prepare men for war, the only equipment used…
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It’s important to groove your golf swing on the practice tee. Most medium- and high-handicap golfers are regularly looking for information and tips that can help them improve and specifically make their swings better. Taking a solid stance that leaves…
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Exercises to target the abdominal muscles are beneficial for firming your stomach. Doing crunches won’t eliminate belly fat as will a proper diet and cardio program, but exercises like the ab crunch will tone the muscles of your rectus abdominis,…
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Overview Turmeric is the spice in your curry that gives it a festive, golden color and peppery flavor. The root of the turmeric plant has also been used for more than four thousand years for its medicinal properties and is…
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Overview Weighted toning balls, which is another name for medicine balls, are a great tool to improve your strength and condition your body. In addition to exercise for fitness purposes, weighted toning balls are a great help in rehabilitating joints…
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Building speed with the right hand on the guitar is necessary to play many jazz, rock, country and bluegrass riffs. The secret to right hand speed is not moving the right hand faster. You already have the speed in your…
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1. A Good Investment Some dojos have karate kicking shields, but many students need to purchase their own protective body gear. Any martial arts supplies store or online outlet sells them. The prices can vary considerably, so you may want…
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The Association for Historical Fencing sets tournament rules for folks who want do duel with epees. The rules are set to keep fencers safe while recreating combat, minus the bloodshed. An epee has a cup-shaped guard and a triangular blade…
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Overview According to the National Institutes of Health, 1 lb. of body fat contains 3,500 calories. While many diets claim to help you burn that pound of fat without changing your lifestyle, the healthiest way to lose fat for the…
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Calisthenics are exercises that challenge muscular and cardiovascular strength and endurance, also known as stamina, generally without the use of equipment. Some calisthenics are done with equipment, such as dumbbells, a jump rope, weighted vest or a bench or box….
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Overview Recumbent and upright bicycles come in both road and indoor versions. All types offer you the potential to burn calories, build aerobic fitness and, if cycling outdoors, enjoy a scenic workout. Choosing the model that is best for you…
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