Throwing a baseball is an artform that dates back to the early 1800s. Throwing a ball can take days to learn but decades to master. Whether you have an over-the-top, three-quarter or submarine delivery, the basic fundamentals for throwing a…
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One of the most popular sports, golf provides both a physical and mental challenge. Golf tests you on solving the problem of getting the ball from the tee to the green with the smallest number of strokes. Physically, golf requires…
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Saving energy has more than one benefit—it is good for the environment, and it will save you money. Cutting back on energy use doesn’t require giving up much. Change a few habits and be conscious of your energy efficiency to…
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Overview For optimal fitness, your exercise program should include both cardio and strength training. While you may be inclined to think that exercise is exercise, the reality is that each form of exercise serves different purposes. Each activity supports the…
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Camping gives you a chance to spend some quality time outdoors with your family. An essential piece of equipment for your camping trip is a family tent. Several companies produce family camping tents, but the best tents keep you dry,…
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Learning how to hit a punching bag is a vital tool for a boxer, but it is also very useful for anyone who wants to improve his conditioning, get stronger and lose weight. Hitting the speed bag can improve a…
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Overview You’re more likely to get bulging biceps than awesome abs on the Gazelle exercise machine, due to the configuration of the pedals and arm levers you use to create movement during workouts. Stomach toning is a more realistic goal…
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Completing a pull-up can be a very rewarding feeling. A pull-up is a symbol of technique, strength and determination. However, because it’s an advanced exercise it might take some training to reach this goal. There are exercises you can to…
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Dating can be confusing and, at times, tiresome. When it seems as though most of your dates are ending up as duds, using hints on dating can make them more successful. While every date you go on isn’t going to…
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Overview Currently, tattoo instruments, such as needles and tubes, are sterilized in an autoclave before a tattoo procedure. Before the patent of the tattoo machine by Sam Reilly in 1891, organic instruments were used by cultures to perform tattoo rituals….
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Working out at home can be just as beneficial and rewarding as exercising at a gym or fitness center. All it takes is creativity and the execution of proper form for the muscle group you are working. Use home fitness…
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Colder temperatures and snowy weather keeps many people inside, but there are plenty of active options during winter. Staying active during the winter months helps you keep fit and can help fend off the winter blues. Winter games offer an…
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The best description of cardio exercise is, sustained movement over a period of time that raises your heart rate. In 2007, the American College of Sports Medicine and the American Heart Association released new guidelines for physical activity. For healthy…
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Overview Louisville Slugger is one of the premier bat brands on the market, and they offer many different types and sizes of bats. From metal T-ball to composite high school to professional wooden bats, Louisville Slugger offers a wide array…
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A great yoga class should have an inspired and well-trained teacher who uses clear cues and a sequence that serves the purposes of yoga, which are to create harmony and health in the body and mind, and raise students to…
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A misaligned pelvis can cause any number of muscular problems. When the sacroiliac joint—the major joint in the pelvis—tilts in the wrong direction or becomes stuck, it can create a domino effect that results in tightness in the hamstrings, adductors,…
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Overview San Francisco is a popular West Coast destination for its landmarks, culture, landscapes and other attractions. However, tourists, thinking of all of California is sun-soaked like the southern part of the state, are often baffled by the fog and…
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A seated calf machine is made of steel and it has multiple features. Weight plates are slid onto a circular tube, there is a foot rest to place the balls of your feet and an upper thigh pad to push…
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Push-Ups are a full-body exercise that tones many muscles, including the arms, chest and shoulders. The stability and balance required will also tone your legs and abs. The use of many muscle groups will elevate your heart rate and cause…
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When shopping for your first kayak, you will need to consider several factors. Choosing the right kayak depends upon knowing whether you will paddle on an open lake or a rushing river. It also depends on how long you will…
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A ligament is defined as a band of connective tissue that connects one bone to another bone. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, resistance training offers the benefit of enhancing the strength of connective tissue, including ligaments. Strong…
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Overview Strength training is used in a variety of sports at many levels to enhance the athlete’s performance. Different methods are used depending on the sport and where the athlete is in a season. For example, a boxer needs general…
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Overview San Francisco has no shortage of fun things to do, which is why it’s such a popular tourist destination. For a large city, the number of outdoor activities is impressive, and a visitor would be hard-pressed to fit them…
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Tennis courts come are made from a variety of materials: grass, synthetic grass, carpet, hard and clay. In the northern United States, where winter weather forces players indoors for much of the year, hard and carpet are the surfaces of…
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Whether you’re a car-camping enthusiast or a die-hard backpacker, there are several common, important qualities to look for in a good two-person tent: it should be sturdy, weatherproof, easy to assemble and comfortable when holding two people and your gear….
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Perhaps you’ve seen Smith machines in the gym but were never quite sure what to do with them. Aside from the obvious benefit of working your entire lower body, from glutes and quads to hamstrings and calves, the Smith machine’s…
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Offering day campers the opportunity to go fishing in a pond or stream is a terrific recreational opportunity. However, fishing tackle can be complicated to manage, particularly with a large group of inexperienced campers. A few simple, “low maintenance” poles…
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Walking, jogging and running on a treadmill will improve your aerobic fitness and also increase the endurance and tone of your lower body muscles. Using a treadmill uses your lower body muscles in a complicated pattern of alternating contractions and…
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1. Use a Numbered Pain Intensity Scale As a subjective experience, it can be frustrating to try to explain your pain level to physicians. To help your doctor understand your pain, it’s important to quantify it. The numbered pain intensity…
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Backpacking stoves are lightweight, compact, single-burner cooking stoves designed to be carried in a backpack. There is a variety of backpacking stove configurations using a variety of fuels. When choosing a stove, consider the type of cooking you will do,…
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