Sports & Recreation

The game of basketball for young children is not much different in terms of the rules of the game than it is for adults. However, the game for young people is about skill development and improvement. Therefore, referees call the…
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Overview Salsa, a Latin style of lively dancing, involves six steps spread over eight counts of music. Popular among Latinos, its emphasis on cardiovascular activity and the hip- and ab-strengthening movements make it an ideal addition to your workout. Even…
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Overview Your score at the end of 18 holes of golf usually ends up in triple-digits. Your brother, however, normally shoots somewhere much closer to par. Fear not. Thanks to the United States Golf Association’s Handicap System, you can enjoy…
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The game of 16 inch softball, usually played barehanded, originated in Chicago where it remains a strong tradition. In fact, some 81,000 of the city’s residents participated in amateur leagues in 2009, reports Monica Davey in the Sarasota, Florida “Herald…
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Softball is a game that is dominated by pitching. Many games played by high school, college and professional players end up with 1-0, 2-1 and 3-2 scores. As a result, the training process for young pitchers begins early. Teaching the…
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Decreasing sprint times can effectively be done by training different factors. Improving running form and starting technique are quick solutions to decrease times, but to effectively develop and increase sprinting speed will require time and effort. Strength training or resistance…
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Both the NBA and NCAA rules prohibit intentional kicking of the basketball. The rules classify intentional kicking of the ball as a violation resulting in a dead ball and a stoppage in play. Conversely, a ball that accidentally strikes a…
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The best exercises for water and pool workouts will involve three types of exercises: endurance, strength and flexibility. Endurance increases your cardiovascular health, states the American Heart Association. Strength and flexibility will improve your muscle strength and range of motion,…
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Men’s lacrosse is a popular game that is played throughout the United States at the college and pro level. Teams usually play on a football field, though the lacrosse field is 110 yards long vs. a football’s 120 yards. In…
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Hitting in fastpitch softball can be a difficult skill to master. Unlike baseball, where the ball is thrown overhand, giving the player more time to see the ball come out of the hand, fastpitch is delivered underhand, with less time…
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Badminton offers players an opportunity for competition, exercise and camaraderie. In regulation tournaments, designated officiators enforce the rules and keep track of scoring. In an unofficiated game, the players own this responsibility. Avoid conflict in your friendly game of badminton…
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Lacrosse is a sport that requires participants to run up and down the field while in possession of a ball and attempting to put the ball in a goal protected by a goal keeper. The ball can be hurled with…
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Many people believe that the sole goal on a sports team is to win. However, in youth sports, including soccer, the two main goals for the team should be for the children to have fun and to meet new peers,…
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Overview Mountain biking is an enjoyable and effective way to stay fit. Spinning along twisting dirt trails with the wind in your face beats a sweaty afternoon at the gym any day. But before you rush out and buy a…
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Overview Dancing is an excellent choice of cardiovascular activity that can burn many calories and help you lose weight. The beauty of dancing is that there isn’t just one type of dance. Ballet, Latin, swing, jazz, ballroom, hip-hop or break…
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Aquatic or water exercises, such as basic swimming and pool running, are ways to get fit and improve your cardiovascular health. Swimming is a low-impact exercise because it elevates your heart rate and increases calorie expenditure while reducing joint compression….
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Tennis is a popular racket sport played between either two or four players. It can be played on a variety of surfaces including clay, sand and hard courts. Regardless of where tennis is played, the rules of the game remain…
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Mountain biking pedals are an integral part of the rider’s ability to control the bicycle. Many riders choose to use SPD or “clipless” pedals, a system binding special shoes to the pedal similar to a ski boot/binding interface, while others…
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Dance is one of the most challenging and athletic art forms, and it’s available in many variations. Whether you have been dancing since childhood or plan to take it up in middle age, a number of elements will ensure that…
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When summer rolls around, practice summer safety fun tips. You may enjoy playing in the sun, but some types of summer fun result in injury and illness. Listening to summer safety fun advice and following it may protect you from…
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Vertical leap is considered to be one of the gold standards of athleticism. Athletes who possess above average jumping ability are highly prized in such sports as basketball football, volleyball and track. A superior vertical leap is a gift few…
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Competitive softball is played at the youth, high school, college and professional levels. The game is dominated by pitchers who can throw fastballs, risers, drops, curves and changes of pace. As a result of these strong pitchers, games tend to…
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Overview Teaching kids to snorkel can be a lot of fun, whether you are playing in a pool or exploring for fish, coral and other sea life in the ocean. Even young children can use a mask, snorkel and fins,…
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Virtually every martial art has a ranking system symbolized by different-colored belts. Each martial art and each school can have its own belt ranking system, but, in general, students of higher rank wear darker-colored belts. Most martial arts schools use…
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Lacrosse is a unique team sport that has become increasingly popular in this country. Men’s and women’s lacrosse have some significant rule differences. In addition, youth lacrosse may also have some slight adjustments in rules. However, the basic regulations and…
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Racquetball is both a competitive and recreational sport that provides a great workout because it involves constant movement and the ability start, stop and change directions quickly. Points are scored in this game when a player serves and there are…
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Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992. Rules for badminton, including service of the shuttlecock, are set by the Badminton World Federation, formerly known as the International Badminton Federation. The IBF altered its rules in the mid-2000s to pick up…
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People have enjoyed beach volleyball since the 1920s. As the game progressed from a recreational sport to a competitive one, the rules also evolved, including those meant to promote fair play. Today’s rules require teams to switch sides throughout the…
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Overview The goalkeeper performs a particularly important role in a soccer game. Goalkeepers have the unenviable task of being a team’s last line of defense. He is responsible for keeping the ball out of his own net. In most cases….
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Overview Football is the most popular sport in the United States. It is played at the youth, high school, college and professional level. The Super Bowl is the annual professional championship played by the champions of the American Football Conference…
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