Fitness

Like most sports, basketball is a game that focuses on constant improvement. There’s always a need to get better, build on the weaker areas of your game or enhance the stronger areas. Working to improve does not have to be…
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Design The gears on a bicycle are designed to work specifically with a bicycle drive chain. The teeth in the gears are machined so that each tooth fits into the spaces in the chain. As the rider pedals the bicycle,…
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Pitching in competitive softball is perhaps the most vital job in the sport. Pitchers tend to dominate their sport as runs are often at a premium. Pitchers can reach speeds of 70 miles per hour with their fast ball and…
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A soccer sweeper is the last line of outfield defense on a soccer team. A sweeper will sit back 5 to 10 yards behind the other defenders to give herself a head start for any long balls over the top,…
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Overview Contrary to common belief, food, not just weightlifting, is vital to building muscle. Food fuels our bodies, so it’s an important part of the muscle-building process. To gain muscle, you need to consume plenty of protein each day, because…
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Tennis is a game that often attracts children. The size of the face of the tennis racquet and the relative ease that comes with swinging the racquet and making contact with the ball makes it a good game for children…
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Punching bags are widely used by boxers and martial artists. These fighters use punching bags to improve the power and accuracy of their strikes and kicks. Some boxers and martial artists use a variety of bags to make them well-rounded…
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Overview Calf muscles atrophy for a number of reasons. Disuse following leg surgery, disease, nutritional deficiencies and genetic problems can cause the muscles in the calves to become weak and soft. Exercise, stretching and daily use can help with rehabilitation….
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Overview The original, ancient texts of yoga such as Patanjali’s Yoga Sutra and Bahgavad Gita do not detail a specific menu plan for a yogic diet. Rather, a yogic diet heightens your awareness about the consequences of food choices for…
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The winger plays wide midfield in soccer. Two soccer wingers are on the field–one on the left side, and one on the right side. The winger must contribute on both offense and defense. When his team is in possession, a…
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Being physically fit will enhance your enjoyment when you start snow skiing. The muscles of the legs, hips and arms are all strongly involved in skiing and you’ll need to condition them so you can get the most out of…
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Overview Hand weights, also referred to as free weights or dumbbells, can provide effective resistance for strength building, according to the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Hand weights come in a wide range of sizes, from small 1-lb. free weights…
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Overview If you think a good workout requires a gym complete with treadmills, endless rows of weight machines, and hi-tech exercise gadgets, think again. With as little as a bench, some dumbbells, and a pair of shoes you can get…
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Your butt is made of of three muscles, collectively called “the glutes.” The three muscles of the butt are the gluteus maximus, gluteus medius and gluteus minimus, which work together to control motion of your body at the hip joint….
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Overview Muffin top is a phrase used to describe weight in the midsection that overhangs the pants and gives the body the appearance of a muffin. Any time you have an excess of belly fat, be aware of the risks…
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Flexibility is crucial to golf in order to play the sport effectively. The PGA Tour website notes that stretching can help produce an efficient golf swing by enhancing the flexibility of the ankle, hip, upper back, shoulder and hip joints….
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Overview Stubborn belly flab can do more than just cause low self-esteem. According to “Reader’s Digest,” belly fat ratchets up your odds for high blood pressure, blood clots and cholesterol trouble. If you want to reduce your disease risk and…
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Overview Cardiorespiratory exercise, also known as “cardio” or “aerobic” exercise, is activity that increases your heart rate and improves your body’s endurance by enhancing its ability to deliver oxygen to working muscles. Cardiorespiratory endurance exercise makes your heart stronger, your…
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Exercise is an integral part in treating chronic lower back pain. Most chronic pain arises from repetitive stress on the area, a degenerative condition or structural damage to the lumbar spine. A typical exercise program consists of McKenzie (extension) exercises,…
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Overview The Gazelle Glider, an elliptical-style fitness machine, can provide an easy cardiovascular workout. This glider can be folded and stored and takes up less space than a full elliptical machine. You plant your feet on two platforms to exercise…
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Basketball practice is important in order to improve your skills and fundamentals, but sometimes it can get boring and repetitive. Instead of doing the same old drills and practice methods, try some games that also act as drills that will…
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Overview Lacrosse players use a stick with a large pocket in order to catch and throw the ball. Having an effective stick pocket is vital for this, you need to know how to string the head properly. Step 1 Manually…
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Light weight training exercises for women tone and firm without stressing the muscles. Toned muscles are sexy and help boost the metabolism. For overall health and fitness improvements, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends three training sessions per week….
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Overview Ever since they burst on the scene in the early 1970s, aluminum bats have been the choice of amateur baseball and softball leagues across the United States. Every spring, another wave of aluminum bats hits the dugout racks, with…
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Overview Shaping a lacrosse head is a process by which the head is molded to form to the shape of the ball that will be used during play. This allows for greater ease in throwing and making catches during games…
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Unlike most sports, golf is a game in which players try to achieve the lowest score possible. Various elements, such as penalties, can affect a golf score. Scoring is also based on what type of game is being played, whether…
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Basketball is about passing, dribbling, hustling and playing defense. While basketball is a team game and every player needs their teammates to contribute, shooting the ball and scoring is a very important part of the game. In order to score…
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Indoor volleyball is a team sport played on a hard, flat surface. Indoor volleyball is governed by the International Federation of Volleyball (FIVB), which also creates the rules of the game. Volleyball can also be played on a sand surface….
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Butt lifting and firming exercises can help you look better in a pair of jeans and also help improve your overall functioning. Your leg muscles and strength will improve, as will your sense of balance. To reap the best results,…
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While some jumping talent may be innate, the majority of people can increase their vertical leap by building strength in the leg muscles and training with plyometrics. Strength training will give you more power in your jump, and plyometrics will…
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