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- Electric Bicycles - the Origin - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Alejandro ChaconElectric bicycles have been around for over 100 years. Not many people know that fact. And with the price of fuel and a bad economy they are here to stay. Everybody wants to save a buck these days and why not an alternate source of transportation. Yes Electric Bicycles or scooters, mopeds or ...
Views: 3You must read the article to rate it. - Lose Weight Playing Golf - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Roseanna LeatonIf you've been reading any of my earlier articles you'll already know that I love the game of golf. I am absolutely passionate about this game and firmly believe that it should be a daily habit - for me, that is. I'm open to making it a twice daily event on occasions as well, without fear of ...
Views: 4You must read the article to rate it. - Why Do We Love Sports? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Sam VakninThe love of - nay, addiction to - competitive and solitary sports cuts across all social-economic strata and throughout all the demographics. Whether as a passive consumer (spectator), a fan, or as a participant and practitioner, everyone enjoys one form of sport or another. Wherefrom this ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Soccer Coaching Drills - How To Use Free Drills - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Andre BotelhoHonestly speaking, standard soccer coaching drills that do not include free drills will not be sufficient to envisage something useful coming up from the enthusiastic team members. The coach should be in charge for including free drills in the regular training sessions. Body control: The most ...
Views: 13You must read the article to rate it. - Fitness Training In Soccer A Scientific Approach To Avoiding Cramps - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2009 from Jim OsgoodAs you play soccer matches and also during your soccer training, you may sometimes experience cramps in various muscles in your legs and your body. Cramps happen suddenly, they also usually end pretty quickly but sometimes they can last long enough to take you out of a game completely, and the pain ...
Views: 11You must read the article to rate it. - Soccer Coaching Tips: Things You Must Know - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Andre BotelhoCan you imagine that just a few soccer coaching tips can change the way a soccer team plays the game? You have in all probability answered in negative since it is a perception that it takes years of practice to become a successful coach. In this article, we share some important kids soccer drills ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - The New Medical Frontier - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2009 from Mary JoFacility Overview Croatia has become a new medical frontier for many central eastern and western Europeans. For state of the art, quality and world-class medical facilities and treatments and sports medicine treatment, physical therapy, orthopedic procedures, drug rehabilitation and kinesiotherapy ...
Views: 5You must read the article to rate it. - Trust your Unconscious Golf Mind to Align Your Club for a Better Pre-Shot Routine - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2009 from Andrew FoggHow much is the accuracy of your golf shot influenced by club alignment at address and how much is down to your instinctive or unconscious golf ability? Now I'm not talking here about the complexity of aligning the various parts of your body when you address the ball. That's a subject for your golf ...
Views: 6You must read the article to rate it. - The Golf Psychology of Going on a Pre-Shot Routine Journey with your Right and Left Brain - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Andrew FoggAs a golf psychologist, I am especially interested in the importance of separating the conscious and unconscious elements of the pre-shot routine and the actual striking of the ball. In an ideal world, we should use our conscious rational mind, sometimes referred to as our Left Brain, for planning ...
Views: 21You must read the article to rate it. - Mental Foursomes Practice with Golf Hypnosis for Better Golf in your Mind's Eye - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2009 from Andrew FoggPracticing golf in your mind, mental golf if you like, is just as effective as playing golf and physical practice on the range, if you want to play better golf. As I've written many times before, it also works a lot better when accompanied by golf hypnosis and other golf psychology techniques. ...
Views: 26You must read the article to rate it. - Punching Bag Buyer’s Guide - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from David ToubStanding Punching Bags: If you plan on kickboxing, definitely purchase a standing punching bag since standing bags start much lower to the ground and are often height adjustable. The base is normally filled with water or sand. Sand will give you a more sturdy base and will rock less when hit. ...
Views: 22You must read the article to rate it. - Surfboard Ding Repair is Easy - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2009 from Tony GowenIt is becoming harder to just go out and buy a new surfboard these days with smaller tighter budgets and higher prices so learning how to keep that magic board in top condition makes more sense than ever. If you own a surfboard your eventually going to get a ding, there’s just no avoiding it ...
Views: 25(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Tennis Shoes - The Ace - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Roberto SedyciasTennis is a sport indulging hours of inevitable practice. Owing to this the tennis player`s feet experience a lot of stress during each serve and also in moving around the tennis court. The strength and stability of a person forms the main foundation. The lower body strength in a person plays a ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - Using A Soccer Betting System - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Jim OsgoodBy practicing discipline and increasing your knowledge and self-control, you can definitely win at any type of sports betting such as soccer or horse racing. You must play and place your bets wisely (remember it is your money at stake!), and you will eventually start to win larger amounts of money ...
Views: 24You must read the article to rate it. - The Transformation From City High Flyer To On-Line Gambler - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Roger KirkhamThe Transformation from City High Flyer to On-Line Gambler Could this possibly be the headline of the future? Will we see more and more redundant city bankers turning to a new and highly profitable means to make a living? Possibly. After all they are gamblers at heart, admittedly with other ...
Views: 19(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Golf Club Selection - From Beginner to Advanced Golfers - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Mike MurrayGolf club selection is one of the most important parts of golf. Choosing the right clubs will ensure it works with your swing. Remember that the money you paid for the clubs has more value in your pocket than clubs that doesn’t suit your style and swing. Beginners club selection. When ...
Views: 20You must read the article to rate it. - The Basic Equipment Needed For A Football Training Session Plan - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Jim OsgoodOrganizing youth soccer training is an enjoyable task. It can be a fun time for everybody from the Coach or trainer down to the friends, family and supporters. Through the training, coaches have the chance to develop the skills of a particular player and also further the skills and fitness of the ...
Views: 22You must read the article to rate it. - Opinion article on the Adebayor stamp incident - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Jason TayamoraIs it just me, or was Emmanuel Adebayor’s horror stamp on his ex-team mate, Robin Van Persie, one of the most disgraceful events the Premier League has witnessed in years? It’s not just the fact that he deliberately targeted a player with the intention of hurting him; it’s the fact that ...
Views: 17You must read the article to rate it. - Golf Tips for Beginners - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2009 from Mike MurrayIf you have never played golf before and don’t know anyone who can get you started for free, then you might want to find a few golf coaches in your area. Phone all of them and compare fees and find out what exactly they offer. Even if you have played golf before and have decided to take it more ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - Golf Backspin - How To Guide - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Mike MurrayIf you have spent any time learning and trying to control backspin, you will already know that this is quite difficult and complex. Luckily you won’t get into many situations where you’ll need to make such a shot, but it’s still very nice to learn the more complex techniques and challenge ...
Views: 22You must read the article to rate it. - Taking Care Of Head Injuries During Your Soccer Fitness Training Program - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2009 from Jim OsgoodDuring soccer training a few injuries will happen no matter how careful the people who set the sessions up and organize them are, it is after all a contact sport. When you are working to improve your soccer skills and abilities, there is always the probability that one part of your body may get ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - Soccer Fitness Training David Beckham Style For Better Kicking Technique - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Jim OsgoodIf you have ever been involved in playing soccer, the most basic technique you will learn is the importance of kicking skills. This is the reason why coaches emphasize the significance of practicing your kicks in your training sessions. There are many ways to enhance your overall efficiency in ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - Punching Bag Benefits - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from David ToubAs long as you’re determined, whether or not you are a boxer, you can reap the benefits by working out with a punching bag. From a cost perspective, it is much cheaper to buy a punching bag than it is to attempt to setup a home gym. One could argue, a jump rope is even cheaper, but I doubt they ...
Views: 25You must read the article to rate it. - What are the Top Choices of Increase Vertical Exercises? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Donald OngIn order to jump higher, an athlete has to focus on strength and velocity. For this reason, trainers and the athletes are conducting many exercises that are geared towards increasing such areas. Apparently, there are almost tons of vertical exercises that can get you jump higher but let me tell you ...
Views: 23You must read the article to rate it. - Workouts to Jump Higher - The 2 Best Workouts - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Donald OngYou able to double your capacity to jump higher with the finest workouts that have been proven valuable by many athletes and trainers in the world. But, you have to first understand that there is no simple way that will allow you jump higher. There are manyworkouts to jump higher, it is very ...
Views: 24You must read the article to rate it. - What Dish Could Adelman Prepare？It’s Time for Tracy McGrady to Open His Sleepy EyesSubmitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Rebecca ZhangYao Ming is a player who can change tactics of both teams in the pitch. With Yao Ming, the Rockets are likely to have installed a nuclear warhead, without Yao, the Rockets can only be regarded as a conventional weapon. From the preseason performance, Adelman is bent to speed up the rocket and ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - Short Game Tips - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Mike MurrayThe best way to get a lower score is to improve your short game skills. You have to take into consideration that your driving skills should now be up to standard. Long drives down the fairway will give you shorter shots to the green and improve your overall score. The best way to decrease your ...
Views: 24You must read the article to rate it. - Getting Started with Scuba Gear By William B. – Part 1 of 8 - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from William BI have spent the last 25 years scuba diving and sell gadgets for scuba at ScubaBasics.com. I want to inform this so the article doesn’t lose its message. Yes, not only I sell Scuba Equipments I also is in love this sport. Since scuba diving is becoming a part of the main stream of society, ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - Play Better Golf Psychology In The Now - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Andrew FoggOne of the key success factors for better golf psychology is learning to unconsciously play one shot at a time - in the moment, zone or now. This applies equally to every shot you play whether it's on the practice ground, in a friendly game or in the most important round of your golf career. ...
Views: 26(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - See Yourself Putting Better and Enjoying Golf with Golf Psychology - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Andrew FoggThere were some amazing golf and putting psychology lessons on show with Phil Mickelson's stunning win at the Tour Championship at East Lake the other week. Yes I know Tiger won the FedEx Cup and the $10 million with an amazingly consistent series of results. But given Phil's year, both on and ...
Views: 24You must read the article to rate it. - How to Hit a Golf Ball - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Mike MurrayIt’s very important to understand and perfect the basic techniques of the game, before you walk onto the fairway and expect brilliant shots. If you fail to focus on the basics, you will have trouble understanding why your shots turn out the way they do. This will prevent you from improving your ...
Views: 19You must read the article to rate it. - Which exercise parameters increase body oxygenation - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Artour RakhimovDozens of published medical studies clearly proved that body oxygenation, which is reflected by stress-free breath-holding time, is the best indicator of physical health. Among numerous varieties of the breath holding time test, the stress-free version of the test done after usual exhalation, ...
Views: 32(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Top Golf Mind Tip - How to Stay in the Present - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Dr. Stephen SimpsonKnowing you have a great card in your hand can be the ‘Kiss of Death’ – ‘The Curse of the Winning Card’. Another danger of knowing you have a great score is succumbing to the temptation to protect it. You have put yourself into contention by playing magical ‘Right Brain’ golf. You are ...
Views: 28You must read the article to rate it. - Top Golf Mind Tip - Golf is a Game of Confidence – How to Make Your Own Confidence Trigger. - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Dr. Stephen SimpsonConfidence is the foundation that supports our whole life. Confident people do not worry about the past, and become depressed – nor do they worry about the future, and become anxious, or develop panics attacks. Confident people achieve great things, they attract many friends, and they relish ...
Views: 27You must read the article to rate it. - DIfferent Styles of Boxing - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Kenneth RagpalaNo person is the same. And the adage can be said in the sport of boxing. All boxers understand that the rule of the game is simple - punch your opponent until you knock him out, gives up, or the final bell sounded. But then, the way a boxer fights is what makes him different among the ...
Views: 21You must read the article to rate it. - How to Grip a Golf Club - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Mike MurrayThe grip of the club is one of the most important parts of getting a great shot. This is the only part of your body connected to the club. A good grip gives you a better golf swing and the best chance of finding your target. The amount of pressure you apply by holding your club will affect the ...
Views: 22You must read the article to rate it. - College Sports Recruiting Service - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Nancy HardyThe college recruiting game has changed. Less than 6% of high school athletes will go on to compete on an NCAA college level. What worked a few years ago won’t cut it in today’s competitive playing field. Being the best player on a winning team doesn’t guarantee acceptance at the school ...
Views: 35(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Cabbage ears - a dubious distinction - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from James EvansYou see them most often on wrestlers, boxers, and mixed martial artists (and sometimes rugby players) – those swollen, puffy-looking ears that look like cauliflowers (a variety of cabbage). Hence the name: cauliflower ear. Also known as perichondrial hematoma, the cauliflower ear is a ...
Views: 34You must read the article to rate it. - Horseshoe Pits: An easy project for your backyard - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Joe ClineDepending on the size of your lawn, you may wish to consider adding an area devoted to a particular sport. Some popular choices include lawn bowling, croquet, bocce, and horseshoes. Designing courts for these activities is an easy home improvement that can greatly increase your enjoyment of your ...
Views: 29You must read the article to rate it. - Hit the Reset Button for a Winning Golf Hypnosis Metaphor - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Andrew FoggThe ability to learn from your bad shots and release them from your mind is one of the keys to winning golf. You only have to look at the world's greatest ever golfers to see this. I don't ever recall seeing the likes of Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods and Nick Faldo dwelling for any length of time over ...
Views: 36(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Wheelchair sports to know - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2009 from TanglinBoy TElectric wheelchairs with boosted motors can be used for extreme sports too! Electric wheelchair extreme sport was designed for people who depends on used electric wheelchair for mobility. There are individual as well as team sports, from electric wheelchair tennis to even rugby, hockey and ...
Views: 32(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Vertical Jump Program - How To Choose The Best Vertical Jump Program - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Josh AdamsIf you've constantly searched the web to uncover techniques to jump higher or step up your vertical jump, you fast realize that everyone is suddenly an expert, telling you how to boost your vertical leap. The problem is, most of these experts aren't always giving you the full story. I put ...
Views: 44(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - The Golf Psychology of Letting Everyone Else Complain while You Win - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Andrew FoggHow often do you hear your playing partners and other people at the golf course complaining about things beyond their control? Maybe you do it a bit yourself. I know I have from time to time, especially in the past. You know the sort of thing I mean. More importantly, have you ever thought about ...
Views: 46(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Visualise your Target for Better Unconscious Golf - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Andrew FoggAs a golf psychologist, I'm regularly asked by clients about what they should be thinking about in their golf mind when they're actually swinging the club or stroking a putt. Many of them will have some sort of pre-shot routine that prepares them to some degree for the shot they're about to make. A ...
Views: 44(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - A Discussion on Safety and Hunting Accidents - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from William HayesHunting seems dangerous just by its very nature. But what are the facts? Every year there are appx 800 non-fatal hunting accidents and 100 fatal. When considering the large amount of hunters nation-wide (appx 20 million), one could come to the conclusion that hunting is fairly safe. Of course, ...
Views: 46(2 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Professional Athletes and Hypnosis - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Jack SingerProfessional Athletes Using Hypnosis to Enhance Mental Toughness and Peak Performance As they get older and put more mileage on their bodies, proactive thinking professional athletes look for an edge. Much of the training and coaching that professional athletes receive works on the logical ...
Views: 53(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - ***Stop 'Screaming at the Top of Your Lungs' -- Start Projecting! - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Nancy DanielsSeveral years ago I made one of the greatest mistakes of my life. In coaching and rooting for my son’s soccer team, I felt my voice rip. I cannot explain the sensation, but, from that day on, I was unable to sing again. As one who teaches voice improvement, I did something which I know not to ...
Views: 54(3 votes)You must read the article to rate it. - Verkhoshansky & Siff's Supertraining Review - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Tony SchwartzThe latest edition of the sport science classic "Supertraining" by Prof. Yuri Verkhoshansky and the late Mel Siff is set to be released on September 15, 2009. This will be the first new edition of the book since 2003. This book has been often referred to by strength coaches and sport scientists ...
Views: 54(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Punching Bag Training 101 - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from David ToubUsing the heavy bag can be a great way to improve your game. It is there to help better your endurance, strength, and to work on proper punching techniques and combinations. Despite the name, the punching bag shouldn’t just be a bag that you punch. It should be treated as a true opponent so ...
Views: 48(1 vote)You must read the article to rate it. - Use Golf Psychology to Overcome Bad Luck and Play Well Despite It - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2009 from Andrew FoggWhat impact does luck have on your game of golf? By that I mean do you treat good luck and bad luck as two sides of the same coin? Statistically, our golfing luck is going to even out over the long term. If you keep tossing a coin, you may get long runs of heads or tails, but I'm sure that deep ...
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