Sports & Recreation

Overview Two of the largest and most successful mountain bike brands in existence, Trek and Specialized are also rivals in the highly competitive mountain bike market. Both companies manufacture excellent bikes and have similar product lines. Hardtails Although many mountain…
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You can spend hours on the driving range watching shots project errantly to the left and right while trying to remember all of the swing tips that you have ever heard and never hit a straight shot. A training tool…
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Overview Cycling is an increasingly popular sport, offering cardiovascular benefits similar to exercise such as running without the high-impact aspect that causes joint pain. Road cycling involves biking on streets, so road bicycles are made specifically for smooth surfaces such…
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Often marketed to older adults and those with arthritis, water provides an ideal environment for exercise that is easy on the joints. While aerobic water exercise is excellent for these individuals, other exercisers should not overlook it. Exercising in the…
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Overview One of the most rugged, athletic and physically demanding sports to play is football. The two teams that line up on opposite sides of one another for a game are often prepared for a hard-hitting, physical contest that will…
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Overview Few things are as frustrating as getting yourself dressed and mentally prepared for your workout only to discover that your bicycle has a flat tire. Worse still is developing a flat while riding, miles from your house or the…
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Racquetball is a competitive sport and a recreational activity. It is usually played with intensity because it is played in an enclosed room and there is no place for anyone to get out of the way. It is a game…
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A golf slice is a shot in which the ball curves in a shape similar to a banana. For example, a right-handed golfer will hit the ball to the left, and it will “slice” a significant amount to the right,…
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Overview Racquetball is both a competitive sport and a recreational activity played in an enclosed area. It demands speed, quickness and athletic ability from its players, but it is also a game of strategy and mental preparation. Skilled players can…
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Overview Bike race training requires workouts based on the type of race. A proper bike training program takes into consideration the terrain, length of race, likely weather condition and intensity of the competition. Create a training program that starts with…
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Women road bikes have come a long way. Bike manufacturers now design bikes met to fit a woman’s body and make for a more comfortable and confidence inspiring ride. When researching a bicycle look for a women-specific design (WSD) which…
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Coaching fast-pitch softball is a detail-oriented job. There is very little margin for error in fast-pitch softball. The games tend to be low-scoring, and pitching usually dominates. As a result, every decision the coach makes can have a game-changing impact….
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A fixed-gear bicycle has only one gear. It requires the rider to pedal continually with no allowance for coasting during the ride. If the pedaling stops, so does the bike. There are many advantages to training on a fixed gear…
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Overview If you were thinking of using your soccer cleats to play football this year, or vice versa, you should think again. While their purpose is the same, some distinct differences between the two types can greatly affect your ability…
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Brazilian soccer has a long and storied history. In 2002, the Brazil national team achieved its fifth World Cup history, making it the most successful men’s national team in world soccer. Brazil has a glamorous image in World Soccer and…
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The elementary rules of basketball are relatively easy for players to learn and understand. These rules generally are understood by fans, players and coaches, and they are monitored and enforced by game officials on the court. The most basic basketball…
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Overview For many skaters, tricks are a way to make board riding both more interesting and enjoyable. However, for a variety of reasons, many skateboarders find the hardest part of completing tricks is in trying to land them correctly. Step…
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Overview Soccer requires a high level of physical fitness. A soccer player must be in good physical condition to perform the series of jogs and sprints over the extended periods required in a soccer game. Strength and flexibility also should…
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To lead a healthy lifestyle, you should aim for at least 150 minutes of exercise every week, according to activity guidelines provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Getting in 150 minutes of exercise a week can be…
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1. Something Smells Fishy A strange odor is the best way to know if fish is spoiled. If a fish smell is prominent when you approach the fish counter, do not purchase from that vendor. There should be no sulfurous…
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1. Veils Add Mystery Belly dancing is an exotic and seductive type of dance. It’s traditionally considered an Egyptian or Turkish influenced dance. Belly dancing veils are the most common prop used by American belly dancers. They’re large sheer flowing…
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Overview Rugby is a game with millions of players and fans the world over. The sport is played with an oval ball and is a predecessor of American football. In modern times, two forms of the game exist, with Rugby…
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Whether you are a track star on the rise, a new runner or an athlete wanting extra speed for that competitive edge, knowing how to increase sprinting speed can make all the difference. In general, increasing endurance is easier, as…
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Overview A salmon may be any of several species of fish in the family Salmonidae. Salmon is high in fat and generally orange or red in color, although it may also be white. Cold smoking is a process of curing…
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Two types of cell division exist: meiosis, the division of sex cells that reduces the number of chromosomes (genetic material) by half, and mitosis, which is the type that most people refer to when speaking of cell division. Mitosis, the…
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Aqua therapy, also known as hydro or water therapy, is the preferred mode of treatment by many medical care professionals for many reasons. Your muscles are more relaxed, making therapy easier. Water provides a gentler environment to receive therapy, states…
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Cross-country skiing is typically done on prepared, or groomed, trails and usually does not involve steep or prolonged ascents and descents as is found in back country skiing. Therefore, the bindings for cross-country skis lock in the toe of the…
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Basketball is a game of speed, quickness, athleticism and coordination. Coaches put young players through drills to help get them in good physical shape and also teach them how to pass, shoot, dribble and rebound. Additionally, young players have to…
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Golf clubs come in all different sizes, lengths and variations, but they all contain the same basic components. Understanding your golf clubs is essential to understanding how a golf swing works. Golf clubs are specially designed to help you hit…
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Overview The golf swing is a specific application of the general sport skill of striking. The striking skill is used in baseball batting, the tennis forehand, a hockey shot and the golf swing. Knowing the fundamentals of the striking skill…
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