Therabands are types of rubber resistance training tools that have a tubular shape. They have convenient handles on the ends and they range in resistance from thin to super heavy. Exercises with these tubes can be done from standing or…
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Hybrid autos combine traditional gas engines with efficient electric motors to offer improved fuel economy for drivers. These vehicles are in high demand by buyers looking to enjoy the reduced operating costs and environmental benefits associated with hybrid technology. When…
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Four different muscles make up the quadriceps–the rectus femoris, the vastus lateralis, the vastus medialis and the vastus intermedius. The rectus femoris and vastus intermedius are both located in the middle of the quads and work with the other two…
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Softball can be very confusing to girls who are playing for the first time. With girls who are age 8 and under, called 8U players, the primary goal is teaching the fundamentals. You want to teach them how to throw,…
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“Strength Training Anatomy” explains that as bipeds, our abdominal muscles became very strong in order to maintain our upright posture. The added strength of these muscles allows them to actively hold in our internal organs and visceral fat. That means…
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The gluteus medius and minimus are the main muscle groups of the upper hips. These muscles are also known as the abductors and are responsible for lifting the leg out to the side, or lateral movement away from the midline…
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Exercises for a big neck will build the muscles of your neck to strengthen them for sports such as wrestling, mixed martial arts and football. You can use a towel or a head-neck harness to perform neck exercises in the…
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Overview Having faulty posture has been shown to lead to discomfort, pain and disability of the neck, according to physical therapist Florence Kendall, author of “Muscles: Testing and Function with Posture and Pain.” This is often due to the poor…
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Exercising on a mini trampoline, or rebounder, may have you jumping for joy. Put on your favorite tunes and bounce on your rebounder for about an hour and you can burn 500 to 700 calories, depending on your weight and…
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Overview The Bikram Yoga College of India certifies yoga instructors in the Bikram style through a teacher training program. Instructors learn the 26 poses of Bikram along with yoga philosophy, Bikram theory and human anatomy. Official Bikram classes do not…
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If someone tells you that you can get rid of a big stomach quickly and easily, they’re probably trying to sell you something. Someone telling you the hard truth–such as Arnold Schwarzenegger in “The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding”–will tell…
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Overview Strength, flexibility and torque are all important aspects of playing well on a baseball diamond. Whether you’re throwing a 94 mph fastball, reaching across your body to catch a ground ball and gunning a base runner down at first…
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Some campers swear that food cooked over an open campfire always tastes better than from anywhere else. Don’t count on this romantic notion of outdoor cooking to let you cut corners on your outdoor meal planning. Make sure you have…
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Overview Sprint training is a form of anaerobic exercise also known as interval training because of the alternating work/rest components of the workouts. Because of its extremely high intensity, sprint training should be done with planning and forethought—if not guidance…
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Keeping your stomach firm and trim can help you feel more confident about your body image. Cardiovascular exercise is the most effective way to burn fat off your stomach, but when it’s time to tone and sculpt those ab muscles,…
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Hybrid cars use two kinds of energy to power their engines. They have a combination of conventional, gasoline-powered engines and rechargeable, electric-powered batteries. Hybrids cars are touted as a solution to the immense problems of pollution and oil dependence that…
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Recovering from an amputation requires not just a tremendous amount of mental strength, but also physical strength. While it may be tough to cope with the loss of a limb, it’s still important to perform the exercises prescribed by your…
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According to Vanderbilt University, running yields significant health benefits, including lower blood pressure, improved elasticity of your arteries, improved lung potential and a cardiovascular system that’s efficient and strong. Both competitive and recreational runners can benefit from running-related exercises, which…
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I hear them all the time — excuses why people think they can’t do yoga. I chalk it up to human nature. We tend to limit ourselves from doing things we perceive as “different” partially because we simply don’t know…
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Chest fat can cause embarrassment and low self-esteem. Combine calorie-burning exercises with weight training to reduce your upper body weight. Build muscle to give your chest a leaner and more defined look. Perform exercises from various angles to target as…
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Basketball is one of the most popular games in the world. It is also relatively easy to start playing — all you need is a basketball, a backboard and a rim, and two players. While a regulation game calls for…
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Yoga exercises are done in a slow and controlled fashion and they are designed to create better flexibility, strength and balance. According to the Mayo Clinic, yoga can also help you relax and manage stress and anxiety. Yoga chest exercises…
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Racquetball is an intense athletic contest that demands quick and decisive movements, both with the legs and upper body. That is especially true of the racquetball stroke, which must be sharp and explosive. Players often make back-to-back strokes from opposite…
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Medicine balls can be found in most gyms, and can add variety to your typical workout. Most people think of a treadmill or stationary bike for cardiovascular exercise, but you can get a great cardio workout with a medicine ball….
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Neck strains can occur when you move your head suddenly or force it beyond its normal ranges of motion. They can cause extreme discomfort when you try to move your head even slightly. To rehabilitate a strained neck, Dr. William…
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The 4-iron is a golf club that is of limited value to most golfers. It is an iron that requires a full swing and its ability to perform with versatility is quite limited. A golfer needs to be in the…
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Overview Walking isn’t high on the list of exercises that burn the most calories. However, exercise experts Kenneth Cooper and Dean Ornish recommend walking for long-term calorie loss because it causes fewer injuries than running and other intense exercises. “Dr….
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The beginning skateboarder may think he can just jump on a skateboard, push off with his dominant foot and then maneuver the board down an incline. Yes, that can be done, just as you can play baseball in a pair…
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Overview Rappelling, known as abseiling in Europe, is a climbing technique using an anchored rope, a harness and a special device, called a descender, to lower a climber down a cliff face or other structure. Once connected to the rope,…
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Overview Mountain biking is a fun and challenging sport. Taking your riding to the next level by signing up for an 80-Km mountain bike race requires a base level of fitness. With a solid training program and a commitment to…
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