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Sport-Specific Fitness - If sport comes first...you have to stay fit to stay in the game! When you love the game, you just have to play. Sport-specific training helps you stay in the game and play your best. Yes, we slow down as we age, but you can still play against yourself and shoot for being amazing for your age. And you can still play against your peers and get great satisfaction at those moments of glory when you're in the zone. The secret edge is continuous training, with appropriate breaks for recovery. Many sports are one-sided in nature, like golf, bowling, tennis; if you just play the game, you will become imbalanced, potentially leading to all manner of skeletal and muscular difficulties and discomforts. Sport-specific training works to keep you balanced, flexible and strong in all aspects. Related Articles: Sport-Specific Fitness   Exercise Fitness   Aging Anti Exercise   Senior Exercise

1. Help On Sports Nutrition And The Supplements Needed by John Michaels Sports nutrition plays a huge part in gaining the best sporting performance. If you play hockey, golf, football, tennis or whatever your chosen sport is, having the right nutritional balance is essential. There are many nutrients that can be got by eating the correct foods. Having the correct balance of vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates are essential part of having the proper nutrition healt ...more...

2. Swimming in shark infested waters by Damien Mase Sounds crazy right? Well tens of thousands of people from all over the world disagree. Shark diving is getting increasing popular all over the world as tourists and scuba divers face their fears to take the plunge with some of the most feared animals on earth. Whether it is from the safety of a cage or in the open water, shark diving is becoming huge draw card for shark infested waters like Sout ...more...

3. Fitness for busy people by H. Elpis Does your day begin early in the morning and end late at night? There is so much to do, and so little time for fitness and exercises. Is there a way out? How to squeeze exercises into your busy schedule? Running or walking may be a good choice. Both are excellent kinds of physical exercises to burn more calories, shed those unwanted pounds and control your weight. For example, a 1 ...more...

4. The Perfect Rep Range For Building Muscle by Sean Nalewanyj No matter what you read or who you talk to, everyone has their own opinion of what the "perfect" rep range should be to allow for maximum muscle stimulation and growth. In this article I’m going to clear up the confusion once and for all and teach you the truth about choosing the most effective rep range for optimal muscle-building results. Sets that utilize heavy weight and low reps are ...more...

5. The Proper Sports Nutrition For Extreme Sports by John Michaels These days, with the evolution of the whole extreme sports concept, the topic of sports nutrition has also gained a lot of importance and attention from the sportsmen as well as from the media. The professional sportsmen performing in extreme sports hold an elevated status in society and this realization has pushed lots of initiatives to produce the latest and most effective in sports nutrition ...more...

6. Energy Drinks : What The Germans Aren't Tell Us by Emma Wickham Tucked in the peaceful boundaries of terrains of bliss, calm and relaxation, Germans are rudely being awakened, jolted and shocked by a most hideous creature, origins unknown. Take the family who had packed their suitcases, trunks topped with lager and two, teenage kids, each a boy, about sixteen and seventeen years of age, who decided to escape from the city life for a three day road trip. ...more...

7. Simple Steps To Bulging Biceps And Horseshoe Triceps by Sean Nalewanyj It’s no secret that every serious lifter out there desires an impressive pair of strong, muscular arms. Who wouldn’t be happy with tall, peaking biceps sitting on top of rock-hard, horse-shoe-shaped triceps? Who wouldn’t love to have a pair of ripped, well-developed guns forcefully bursting through the sleeves of their shirt? While developing muscular arms is usually at the top of many peoples’ ag ...more...

8. Easy Ab Training Workout by Andrew Bimbo There are three components to working your abs to get that sculpted look—nutrition, aerobic exercise and abdominal training.  Truth is, you won’t have a washboard stomach with a 6-inch layer of fat over it, no matter how many crunches you do.  In order to get a good six-pack, you have to remove the fat that covers your abdominal muscles, and that takes a nutritionally balanced ...more...

9. Being Healthy can be Fun by sam lowe Many fear that our younger generation are being forced into a world of vedging out in front of the TV, spending hours playing computer games and indulging in what is perceived to be quite frankly a lazy lifestyle. Research into the growing rates of childhood obesity points towards such a lifestyle as one of the main triggering factors for this illness. Campaigners are desper ...more...

10. Fitness: Sports Fitness - Fun Way to be Healthy by Nicholas Tan When you talk about sports fitness, what comes first in your mind? It is, basically, the different sports activities, right? This is because sports fitness has always been referred to as the sports itself. Generally, sports entail physical activities that are usually carried out for some “recreational” functions such as self-satisfaction, entertainment, competition, etc. It uses physical a ...more...

11. How to Plan a Running Regimen by Timothy Firth Okay, you've finally made the decision. It's time to do something about your health and well being. It isn't that you are overweight (well, maybe just a few pounds). It isn't your age (since when is a young 40 considered middle age?). Of course it could have nothing to do with climbing the stairs to your office (didn't you always wheeze like that?). Yep, it's time to get serious. If you t ...more...

12. Sharpen Your ' Abdominal Brain ' And Build A Stronger Midsection by Elliott Hulse The Brain-Gut Connection Have you ever wondered why people get butterflies in the stomach before a job interview or big performance? Or even why people vomit at the thought of something unpleasant or while under severe stress? The reason for these common experiences is that your digestive tract and stomach in particular acts as a second brain. The human digestive tract contains o ...more...

13. A Physical Fitness Glossary by Andrew Bimbo Aerobic—has to do with oxygen use.  Aerobic exercises are those in which your muscles use oxygen to burn fuel for energy.  Because your heart and lungs provide oxygen to the muscles, aerobic exercise is also called cardiorespiratory conditioning. Anaerobic—without oxygen.  Anerobic exercises require your body to function beyond its aerobic capacity and use alterna ...more...

14. Why Sports Nutrition Health Is Important by John Michaels The sports nutrition that any athlete consumes is a very important aspect and a huge determinant of his health and in turn affects his performance. Everyone knows that in today's competing world of sports, one must perform at his best to even qualify. And when it comes to winning, it's not enough to give your best- you need to be better than the best. To play any sport, an athlete must mai ...more...

15. The Weight Loss Program Which Is Fun To Implement by Steve Hill Now I am not sure about you, but I find it so hard to diet and to lose weight. The weight loss programs and diets that I have tried are just so boring. They are also very hard to implement as they are asking me to give up foods which I know that I will not be able to. What we need is a weight loss program which is actually fun to implement. My name is Steve Hill. My own weight problems beg ...more...

16. Want To Get Fit, Lose Weight And Have Fun At The Same Time? by Mark Hollins It's that age old problem -- you want to get fitter, feel healthier and perhaps lose a few pounds but the diets don't work and aerobics or jogging seem like real chores. Well there is a solution and no it's not some new wonder food or drug. The answer is to get involved in a sport. Sports are fun and make keeping fit an enjoyable pastime rather than a chore. Some sports provide aerobic ex ...more...

17. Fencing Shoes Will Improve Your Skills by Kyle Bachner When considering what type of fencing shoes are right for you, it is best to first decide what you need most in a shoe. Because each person's feet are slightly different than everyone else's, the most important attribute to you may not be the important to another fencer. You should also consider how much money you are willing to spend. When fencing, you need a lightweight, flat rubber soled ...more...

18. Exercise Your Way to Weight Loss and Health...You CAN Do it! by Troy Francis Exercise Your Way to Weight Loss and Health...You CAN Do it! We've all heard a hundred times that the key to weight loss and a healthy body is a sound diet and exercise. Many of us work hard to keep our diets in check, but have a hard time when it comes to exercise. Either we're short on time, feel too tired, or just don't have the motivation to get up any earlier. Well, if you're one o ...more...

19. Pedometers: The Magic Pill for Better Health by Matt Ream If there were a pill you could take that could help you lose weight, get in better shape, and live a longer, healthier life, wouldn't you want to know about it? The good news is, there is such a pill, and it doesn't require a prescription, nor is it available “over the counter.” It's a simple step counter, or pedometer, and it has powers you would not believe to improve your health and wellnes ...more...

20. Staying Fit Is The Best Revenge by john beck There are more people getting fitter after forty than ever before. We now know that it is possible, and desirable, to keep exercising into old age. Exercise will help prevent the onset of many diseases associated with old age, i.e. arthritis, rheumatism, poor circulation, heart disease, obesity. The benefits are endless. Exercise is also known to improve the sex drive. ...more...

21. San Diego's Top Certified Personal Fitness Trainer Reveals the e... by Rivak Hoffman 16 Tips for getting maximum Weight Loss and Fitness results in minimum time *Do you want to improve the quality of your life? *Do you want to look and feel better than you have in years - maybe better than you ever have before? *Do you want to protect yourself from disease and injury? And do you want to live a longer, more vital life? I'm confident that you answered “YES!” to each ...more...

22. Human Studies-Sports by Robert Baird During periods of stress, hypermetabolism may result in the excessive catabolism of protein and lean body mass. An example of such a condition is severe thermal injury, whereby the protein requirements may be much greater than normal. Because whey proteins contain high concentrations of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), a comparison was made between different levels of dietary whey versus differ ...more...

23. Do Natural Health Supplements Have Side Effects by Micha Ronen It is important to know what you're getting yourself into when you decide to purchase any form of medicine. If you take any medicine too often or for the wrong ailment, you could be putting your health in jeopardy; however, there are some medicines that are considerably less risky. Natural health medicine and Natural Nutrit ...more...

24. Exercise for a Healthy Heart by Louise Roach Do you exercise every day? If you want to live a long, healthy life, maybe you should. A recent study by Timothy Wessel, a physician at the University of Florida, indicates one of the strongest risk factors for developing heart disease is inactivity – even more so than being overweight. During the four-year study of 906 women, Dr. Wessel documented those who were moderately active were less ...more...

25. Cardioprotective Benefits of Soy Protein-Sports by Robert Baird Recent evidence regarding the cardioprotective benefits of soy isoflavones has stimulated an increase in consumption of soy protein powders. Although consumers are most likely ingesting soy powders for the isoflavones present, they will also benefit from the protein itself. Studies on nitrogen balance in man indicate that isolated soy is comparable to that of animal proteins The effects of a soy-b ...more...

26. Don't Buy into These Exercise Myths by Andrew Bimbo The past decade or so has seen an explosion of research about nutrition, exercise and the human body. Some of this research has confirmed what we already knew—things like, a healthy diet and regular exercise make you live long and prosper.  Some research, however, has proven that some “common wisdom” about exercise is just plain wrong.  Here are ten myths that you don’t want to b ...more...

27. Why Does Skin Become Dry? by Robert Bell Dry skin can be irritating – literally. Particularly in the winter months many people are affected with dry skin. There are a lot of things that you can do –and avoid – to reduce the dryness of your skin. Dry skin occurs primarily due to low humidity of the cold air in winter. Heated air inside also tends to be dry. Bathing too frequently and use of bar soaps can also contribute to dryness ...more...

28. Aerobic Training to Burn off Unwanted Calories by Robert Baird Using aerobic activity to help you get cut up makes sense. If you me tabilize an extra hundred calories doing cardiovascular exercise, that is another hundred calories contributing toward reducing the body's fat stores, or another hundred calories of, say, valuable protein you can eat while continuing to lose weight on your contest preparation diet. However, the body's ability to tolerate ...more...

29. Lose Weight, Feel Great and Improve Your Performance With Sports... by Brien Berdon When it comes to sports nutrition, there is no exact diet that works for all people or all the different sports out there. An amazingly large number of myths about fitness, sports nutrition and nutrition in general are floating around so it’s important to do your homework. A great place to start planning meals and menus as an athlete i ...more...

30. Discover Why Sports Nutrition Protein Is Need For A Healthy Spor... by John Michaels You need to be accurate about the nutritional information that your body will require to accomplish maximum achievement. Every athlete generally desires to be unparalleled in their chosen sport. But if you want to be well-recognized as an athlete, you've got to have beneficial nutrients in a consistent food intake, this is particularly the case with sports nutrition protein. Whilst it is certai ...more...

31. Dance Sport, Exercise and Health by Luz Cudjoe Dance sport is set to become an Olympic event. Personally I am not in favor of this. Not for a moment would I dispute the fact that dancers have considerable athletic prowess. Nonetheless, I feel that all Olympic events should be decided on technical and verifiable rules and regulations. In my personal opinion no Olympic event should have an aesthetic and therefore subjective element. Th ...more...

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33. Help On Sports Nutrition Supplements by John Michaels Have you wondered how your favorite athletes do their workout? Or what kind of exercises they perform, what kind of food they eat or how do they manage to relax under pressure situations? Probably you don't care about all this because what matters for you is their performance in the sport. But it doesn't mean that they don't take care of themselves like we do. In fact, athletes need to mon ...more...

34. Sport Magazine : How to choose your ideal ones by Tatiya Tatiyasopon Sport Magazine : How to choose your ideal ones There is a very simple initial question of what you would want to see or to read in our favourite sport magazine. No matter what kind of sport that you love. I believe that most of people have at least one favourite sport magazine, which depends on what type of sport that they love. But wait for a second! Let’s think about the time that you a ...more...

35. How Can Some Rubbers Make You Into A Man Of Steel by john beck Try Some Rubbers To Make You A Man Of Steel. No I don't mean like that. I mean build some muscles. Working out in the gym is great for building strength and muscle. Heavy iron is responsible for some of the best physiques of all time. But there is another way to build muscle and strength. Most of us have owned Chest Expanders/Bullworkers with steel springs at on ...more...

36. Walking Sandals - New Sports Sandals For Summer Fitness by Michaelle Warner It's that time of year again...summer. It's right around the corner. Time to search for ideas to keep your children busy. Time to plan your summer vacations. For many of you it is time to shake off that cabin fever and get outside and be active. If you're like me, you won't have a lot of time for yourself. One of the activities that gets dropped by the wayside is my fitness routine. But there are ...more...

37. Suplements and Your Health by Galina Samitova A lot of people these days are trying to make their health better. No matter where you turn, from TV to newspapers, you’ll see stories about people and how bad their health actually is. Even though there are many different companies out there that offer vitamins and supplements and claim that they will change your healthy, you’ll need to research what they offer and sure that you aren’t just was ...more...

38. Get Mental: Psychology of Strength by Josh Hewett “True strength comes from within”. We’ve all heard similar sayings. Most successful athletes know that their mentality plays a strong role in their performance. Many recreational athletes and trainees also realize on some level that their thoughts and moods affect their workouts. But very few actually dedicate sufficient time to their Mental Conditioning (to “train their brain”). The ...more...

39. Giving the Gift of Fitness by Matt Ream Have you ever given anyone a health or fitness related gift, only to have the recipient get offended because they assume you are saying they need to lose weight or get in better shape? Trust me, it can get ugly. And the ones who get the maddest are the ones who need it the most! Here are some tips for healthy gift-giving this holiday season that will help you give a nice gift, while main ...more...

40. The Essential Guide To Aromatheray by Chris Simms So What is Aromatherapy? Aromatherapy is the art of applying essential oils to suit individual needs. The oils work directly on the chemistry of the body via the skin. Aromatherapy is a form of alternative medicine that uses volatile liquid plant materials, more commonly known as essential oils. Essential oils are extracts that contain the substances that give plants and trees their smell. ...more...

41. Sports nutrition supplements and vital information to stay stron... by Raphaelo Steff Evidence shows regular physical exercise can prevent or reverse many life-threatening illnesses such as heart disease, diabetes and cancer. An active lifestyle is a source of many health benefits for all people, whatever their age or ability. For children and youth Physical activity is essential to growth and development of children and youth. Practiced regularly from childhood, ph ...more...

42. Something everyone should include in their weight loss plan by Leo Roldan SOMETHING EVERYONE SHOULD INCLUDE IN THEIR WEIGHT LOSS PLAN DRINK LOTS OF WATER! We’ve heard it all before is probably what you’re thinking and its true; we hear it all the time. But how many of us actually implement this in our daily lives? I think it is safe to say that not enough of us do drink the minimum recommended daily intake which is approx 8 glasses a day. So why is it that eve ...more...

43. Out of shape and physically bankrupt by Ronr Henderson How much money would you invest in your health now to get back what you lost by lack of balanced priorities? It becomes a simple answer: “Everything we have.” Seek to develop a moderate and balanced life style We have been conditioned to get out of balance with the over emphasis of our careers and the drive to make money as the most important thing in ...more...

44. Some Benefits of Laughter by Web Master Laughter releases endorphins into the body with the same exhilarating effect as doing strenuous exercise. University of Chicago studies show a great sense of humor can add an additional 8 years to your life. Stanford University studies show a good belly laugh can give you health-boosting benefits equal to 10 minutes on a rowing machine. Pre-school children laugh or smile 400 times a d ...more...

45. Five Simple and Effective Ways to Become a Better Football Playe... by Alan Webber Every footballer wants to be better than they are and improvement is part of the fun of playing any sport. Here are 5 tips that will help you become a better player. Improvement will depend on how much effort you put in but there are some quick tips here too. These are tips that I developed from my playing days. These techniques worked well for me and I hope they can help others become the p ...more...

46. Understanding Sports Massage by Emma Hardy Massage is recorded as one of the earliest forms of physical therapy and it is known that it was used by very different cultures over 3000 years ago. It is only in the much more recent past since travel and communications have enabled different civilizations to meet that so many forms of massage have been developed. People are raving about massages and anything that goes with it. That also include ...more...

47. Why Swimming is Healthy by Josef Reindl Why Swimming is Healthy The loss of fat, inches, hypertension and stress can be among the greatest motivators in accepting the health benefits of swimming. The benefits are real, but do little good until you enter the water. "I enjoyed every bit of my swimming career. I think that's the most important advice to enjoy what you do" Summer Sanders 1992 double gold medallis ...more...

48. Build Muscle And Burn Fat : It's Not That Difficult by Bridget Nelson Nowadays people are becoming increasingly aware of their health. More and more people, therefore, are taking help of fitness programs. There are hundreds of fitness experts available in almost every city. Gymnasiums are everywhere. People have realized that staying healthy is not only about looking good; it is also about preventing the occurrence of heart diseases. Our day to day routines ar ...more...

49. Get fit in 2008 - Great fitness tips from Dr. Asif Qasim by Yunis Khan The prospect of getting back into sport and exercise can be daunting. There are images all around us of buffed and glossy celebrities with perfect bodies – and all they have to do is work out for 3 hours a day with their personal trainer, and never even look at a chocolate bar. It is bad enough going to the gym for the first time where most people seem to exercise like they are possessed by treadm ...more...

50. Exercising the Buddy System by Melissa Allen How many of you reading this finds it difficult to adhere to a fitness regime? If you’re like most Americans, you probably find it at least challenging, some may even go so far as to say impossible. From my experience, I find that you must adhere to a program for at least six months before it becomes routine, and several years before it becomes a lifestyle. For most people, this is challenging to ...more...

51. Foot Tendonitis or Achilles Heel Tendonitis by Steve Madigan One body part that most every uses each and every day and the way we get to and from places are our feet. This is the main reason that it makes sense to take care of our feet, the best we can. There are some people who do most of their work on their feet and could be possible for you to get foot problems or foot tendonitis. The thing that you want to do that is important and can help that y ...more...

52. Health and Fitness - Sports and the Gym by carolyn clayton It’s that time of year again where we are all hoping to beat the bulge and get back in shape. However maintaining a healthy lifestyle is not just for those of us hoping to lose an extra few pounds; it’s essential to keep our bodies healthy. Leading a healthy lifestyle is also about more than just changing our eating habits and going through diet fads. The best way to get into shape is thro ...more...

53. 8 Proven Strategies For Maximum Muscle Gains by Sean Nalewanyj There is so much conflicting information out there when it comes to the topic of building muscle, and sometimes it can be very difficult to know where to start. If you’re an average beginner looking for some basic guidelines to follow in the gym, the following 8 points will start you off on the right track. 1) Train With Weights and Focus On Compound, Free Weight Movements. If you ...more...

54. Getting in better shape for your Health by eddie hinkle Being physically active is a vital part of being healthy for any individual. Eating a balanced healthy diet and being active in your daily life are the two best things to help keep you healthy and young. Everyone should try to get in at least three days a week where they are doing some sort of exercise, although more is better. Weight bearing exercise is important for some individua ...more...

55. Preparing For Fitness by Robert Baird So now you have decided exactly what you want to achieve with your new fitness regime. You have your objectives, you have your motivation and the time is right for action. The next thing to do is to make sure you have all the resources you need to get going. There are a few vital items you need to give a little thought to. Clothing Footwear Equipment Training env ...more...

56. Skills For Behavior Change-Fitness by Robert Baird Starting an Exercise Routine Beginners often start their exercise programs too rigorously. The most successful exercise program is one that is realistic and appropriate for your skill level and needs. Be realistic about the amount of time you will need to get into good physical condition. Perhaps the most significant factor early on in an exercise program is personal comfort. You'll need t ...more...

57. Thirty Minutes of Exercise a Day Keeps the Doctor Away by Matt Ream “Exercise is good for you!” If you had a dollar for every time you heard this statement uttered, you'd be rich by now, right? Well, proponents of everyday physical activity aren't just blowing smoke when they repeat this mantra. Medical research has uncovered resounding evidence to back up this “good for you” claim. In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) ...more...

58. Use your Mobile Phone to get Fitter by John Gray Are you an avid runner? Do you compete in marathons? Or simply want to improve your fitness levels. Many celebrities have personal trainers to help them with this, but many non celebs cannot afford this extravagance! But fear not as Samsung have a solution in the form of the Samsung F110 also known as the Adidas miCoach. How can a mobile phone help your fitness I hear you cry?! The Samsu ...more...

59. Can Breathing Help You Lose Weight? by Barry McDonald We all know that obesity is on the increase, we see it every day on TV and in magazines. The problem seems to be spiraling out of control. Common sense tells us that weight gain is just down to the plan and simple fact of eating too many calories and the wrong food choices but this problem can also be because of low self esteem and being in situations where you are under constant stress and use fo ...more...

60. Shiatsu: Japan's Method Of Relieving Stress by Robert Harrison Shiatsu is a massage technique that originates from Japan, the practitioner of uses their palms, thumbs, fingers, elbows, knees, or feet to add pressure in specific areas, using this to identify and irregularities that need correction. This style of massage can be used to help reduce stress as it is a quite relaxing experience, and regular sessions can aid in reducing the build up of stress in the ...more...

61. Asthmatics ? don't suffer at altitude! by David Drinkall Copyright 2006 David Drinkall Some kinds of exercise cause problems for asthmatics. Activities like climbing and skiing have an additional problem. Not only are there the exercise problems, but the altitude itself can cause an additional challenge of its own. It is possible that people with asthma are more likely to be affected by altitude sickness. But what is altitude sickness? And w ...more...

62. Qualifications of a Fitness Home Trainer by James Kronefield If you want to stay healthy and be in the best shape possible then you need to have a good exercise program. research proves that regular exercise will help to improve your overall health and reduce your risks of having serious diseases such as high blood pressure that can cause strokes and heat attacks. It is also known that one of the best ways to get a great workout is by enlisting the help of ...more...

63. What Makes Ashtanga Yoga Different? by Bjorn Hakans Ashtanga Yoga is the type of yoga which was created and established by a master named K. Pattabhi Jois. Due to it's theory containing eight different limbs, or components, it is also known as "Eight-Limb Yoga". It doesn't imply that the practitioner has a double set of limbs, but master Pattabhi Jois showed that the optimum path of purification is made up of the eight spiritual practices. ...more...

64. Does intensive pre-season strength training protect rugby player... by Bruce Ross Players at a leading Australian rugby club who undertook a high-intensity off-season strength training program experienced dramatically fewer non-contact injuries during the playing season than their less committed club mates. It is suggested that the lower incidence of injury might be attributable to an emphasis on improving basic strength and the use of rugby-specific strength equipment. ...more...

65. Incorporating Physical Activity into Your Daily Routine by Matt Ream You already know that getting at least 30 minutes of exercise each and every day is good for you, but putting that assertion into actual practice is an entirely different matter, right? Contrary to what you might think, making physical activity an everyday habit isn't rocket science. There's no secret code for success waiting to be cracked. In fact, it's something that can be worked into your usua ...more...

66. Weight Training Soccer - How To Maximize Performance by Andre Botelho Weight training soccer is something that no soccer player can afford to ignore and avoid. It is very important. If the players have this training right, they simply maximize their chances to get a place in their favorite team. On the other hand, if they lack such training, they simply carry the risk to end up at the back of the field. Weight training can help the players optimize th ...more...

67. Sea Kayaking Apparel: Stay Comfortable and Safe by James Kronefield Kayaking is a sport that is loved by many. It is filled with excitement and adventures that cannot be produced by any other type of sport. However, when you go sea kayaking, you want to make sure that you have the right clothing to stay comfortable and safe. This is where sea kayaking apparel comes into play. These are specially designed outfits that can greatly enhance your adventures and keep yo ...more...

68. Maturing into a Healthy Woman by Wain Roy Sports and action is no longer a legacy of boys and men. Today’s girls and women are equally flourishing in activities which require more physical effort than others. They have excelled in sports, media, arts and more, with an élan which was perhaps unheard of a century back. But it’s always true that a woman’s body needs just as much fitness and health as that of men. Not only does it keep a woma ...more...

69. Benefits of Yoga Explained by Nikki Davila The benefits of yoga are numerous. That is why more and more people would like to get into it. If you are just about to embark on the journey of learning the discipline, you should know more about what yoga can do for you. Here are only some of what you can expect from practising yoga. * Unity and Harmony It is important to note that the ultimate goal of yoga is to provide harmony ...more...

70. Hot Weather Hydration by Yuri Elkaim With the hot weather now approaching (at least for us in the northern hemisphere) the importance of proper hydration cannot be forgotten. As a base, you should be drinking half your weight in ounces. So if you weigh 150 lbs, then you should be drinking at least 75 oz of water per day. If you're active then that number will obviously go up. If the weather is hot then you'll also benefi ...more...

71. Enjoying Healthy Water Sports by Tim Bock If you enjoy fun in the sun and love to get wet in the process, then you might want to take up water sports. Whether you’re in the ocean, swimming pool, or lake, there’s a water sport for you! If a day on the lake excites you and you love the thrill of speed, try water skiing. Water skiing is a sport where you can start slow and just enjoy the wind blowing through your hair on a warm summer day or ...more...

72. The Cool Down - Recover Faster & Avoid Injury! by Brad Walker Many people dismiss the cool down as a waste of time, or simply unimportant. In reality the cool down is just as important as the warm up, and if you want to stay injury free, it's vital. Although the warm up and cool down are just as important as each other, they are important for different reasons. While the main purpose of warming up is to prepare the body and mind for strenuous activity, co ...more...

73. Stabilizing the Core to Eliminate Low-Back Pain by Rich Lauro Stabilizing the Core to Eliminate Low-Back Pain By Rich Lauro MAT, MES, PRS This is the first article of a series of articles to follow. In this article I will be addressing one of the main core stabilizing muscles of the lumbar spine and its role in back pain, as well as specific exercises that should be performed to prevent and recover faster from your back pain. You should make these exer ...more...

74. A Look At Bodybuilding As A Sport by Aurel Radulescu Competitive bodybuilding is a sport in which athletes attempt to develop and maintain the perfect muscular body. As bodybuilding competitors show off their physique and perform with a number of poses, they are judged by a qualified panel of experts who will render the final decision as to the winner. When it comes to bodybuilding, the appearance of a competitors physique is much more ...more...

75. Exercise Your Way To The Ski Slopes by Jim O'Connor You wake up out of bed one December morning, turn on the television, only to find out your favorite ski resort is being belted with 2 feet of fresh power. Up until today, the resort didn't have enough snow for you to even consider making a road trip. However, now it is time to get into the ski mood. The next step is a visit to the ski store to get new skies, boots, and clothes. But ...more...

76. How a Sports Injury Chiropractor can Heal You by Jason Katzenback No matter what kind of sport you play, there is the chance of injury. If you are wise, you will seek medical advice because this injury could progress to something worse and even more painful. A sports injury chiropractor could give you medical advice, health and nutritional information, and also chiropractic treatment. If you have an injury you could go to a sports injury chiroprator and get help ...more...

77. Top Seven Muscle Building Supplements by Dimitri Papalexiou Just about everyone wants to have a more attractive, toned, muscular body, and most folks would like a partner that has one too. This is not all about vanity though, having a slim, muscled body is also good for your health, longevity and your self esteem. In recent decades bodybuilding and body-sculpting have really taken off. To build a strong, lean human being you need, resistan ...more...

78. "Anabolic Steroids in Sports & Exercise" by Mark Henry These are synthetic derivatives of testosterone; a hormone that occurs naturally in the body controlling many functions. Among these functions is the promoting of anabolism. Steroids mimic this natural occurring event and have the ability to do so at an accelerated rate. Though the exact means by which steroids exert their effects is still somewhat of a mystery, some aspects are known for cer ...more...