The adductors are three muscles located along the inner thigh: the adductor brevis, adductor magnus and adductor longus. The muscles are collectively responsible for moving your legs toward the center of your body. Mike Fry, owner of Grapplers Gym, a…
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Power yoga classes range in variety and format. Some power yoga classes include practicing in a heated room. Many of them have roots in the Ashtanga style founded by Shri K. Pattabhi Jois. All power yoga classes aim to purify…
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A kettlebell is a weighted ball with a handle that comes in a variety of weights. The kettlebell can be used in a variety of exercises for strength training. Women can use a kettlebell for exercises that will use muscles…
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According to the American Council on Exercise, push ups primarily work the muscles of the chest, triceps and back, but because they require balance and stability to perform, they also engage the abs, butt and even the thighs. Because these…
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The best gym exercises for the legs would have to be those that target several muscle groups and “problem” areas. The front of the thigh, the hamstrings and the glutes are key areas for cellulite deposits in women. Adding strength…
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Rebounding is one of the fundamentals of basketball, allowing a team to gain or maintain possession of the ball after a missed shot. Because every possession in basketball is important, coaches often spend time during practice helping players and teams…
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Overview Foot pain is one of many injuries that occur in the popular sport of football. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2007, “more than 920,000 young people 18 and under were treated for football-related injuries in…
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Overview In the 150 years that people have played baseball, the game itself has changed minimally. But the tools players use, and the materials used to make those tools, have changed drastically. Wooden bats were the only option for more…
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Overview It doesn’t matter if you are a native Miami resident or first-time tourist: Miami has a wide range of fun activities and places to offer that differ from the stereotype of late-night club scenes and celebrities. Miami has natural…
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The P90X fitness program is a popular exercise workout system intended to help those who want significant muscle definition within 90 days. The system relies on dumbbells, resistance bands, bodyweight, kempo karate movements and plyometric exercises performed at different times…
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Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is the contracture and thickening of the capsule that surround the shoulder joint. Frozen shoulder is associated with thyroid conditions, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease and diabetes, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Frozen…
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There are many different terms and expressions used in the game of soccer, some of which may seem a little confusing at first. However, you will soon become familiar with all the various terms used before, during and after a…
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The body of a football player demands a wide array of food. A heavy dose of protein is necessary for building and maintaining muscle mass; at the same time, a large amount of carbohydrates are required to keep players’ energy…
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Everything that is done on the baseball field requires muscular balance and stability, from swinging at a curveball to backhanding a grounder and throwing across your body. Pilates strengthens your core and stabilizer muscles. There are many Pilates exercises that…
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Published in 1985, “The Ancient Secret of the Fountain of Youth,” a book by Peter Kelder, presents a series of exercises that Tibetan monks use to maintain long and healthy lives. The exercises, called the “Five Tibetan Rites,” resemble yoga…
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Physical activity is an important part of ensuring that children remain healthy. Physical activity builds strength and endurance and helps prepare children for a healthy lifestyle. Using gym equipment is one way that children can get physical activity, and there…
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Baseball is an explosive sport built on short, quick bursts of movement. While a strength base is a necessity for any sport requiring these types of movements, advanced athletes eventually require training to enhance their reaction times and explosiveness. Medicine…
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Researchers have made it apparent that there is at least some benefit in exercising with certain types of music. The mood of the research participants was just the start of a chain of positive impacts revealed. The best thing to…
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Overview When choosing a cardiovascular exercise machine, you must consider your goals, physical limitations and preferences. The elliptical machine and the stationary bike both offer a low impact way to train your heart rate and burn calories. Ultimately, select the…
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Overview Despite its popularity for blowout weddings and ultimate honeymoon holidays, Hawaii need not cost the earth. In fact for those interested in a healthy lifestyle, its abundance of natural wonders makes it a perfect destination for cheap or even…
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Basketball forwards and centers use post moves to beat their defender and score close to the basket, or to defend against an opponent who has the ball. Getting better at these moves takes time and practice, and part of that…
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Lounging and exercising are two words not often found in the same sentence, and for good reason. Exercising is not supposed to feel as if you are lounging by the pool. The Ab Lounge machine is shaped like a lounge…
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Dribbling is one of the fastest and most effective ways to move the basketball around the floor and past defenders. Players hoping to improve their dribbling skills can use individual dribbling drills to develop superior ball-handling abilities. The best part…
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You will see several types of grips among professional golfers — weak grips, strong grips, and neutral grips. Some use overlap grips, and some use interlocking grips. But despite all of the differences in their grips, these players have something…
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One of the things that makes basketball unique as a sport is how quickly a team can switch from offense to defense, then back to offense again. Players must be ready at all times for the transition, so practicing these…
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Increasing strength is one way to enhance muscle growth. Unfortunately, hitting a strength plateau is a normal part of resistance training. However, not all is lost. Sometimes taking a few supplements that have been scientifically proven to boost strength is…
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The ancient art of yoga is more than just another form of physical fitness. The word “yoga,” which means to yoke or unite, implies the practice seeks to balance mind, body and spirit. In addition to stretching, yoga includes breathing…
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Windsurfing is a surface water sport where a windsurfing board is steered by the tilting and rotating of the mast and sail. Windsurfing is a very popular sport that combines the thrill of sailing with the exhilaration of surfing, and…
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Diving fins are an essential tool for assisting swimmers with propelling themselves forward underwater. Because our feet do not have the power to provide sufficient momentum in water, especially if we are wearing heavy scuba gear on our backs, using…
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Cellulite is simply a deposit of fat beneath the skin. Some individuals are genetically disposed to suffer from cellulite while others are not. There is no cure for cellulite; however, a regular program of exercise while also following a healthy…
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