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16 Aug 2019

Compression Gear: Myths, Facts, Benefits and Everything in Between

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Compression Gear: Myths, Facts, Benefits and Everything in Between

There is no magic bullet for athletic success. If you want to reach your maximum performance, you have to put in the time and effort. Then again, if you are reaching for the stars, the process will be grueling and you will unavoidably discover the limits of your capabilities.  However, there is such a thing as pointless suffering in the world of muscle-building and certain quality of life changes can smooth out a few bumps on the road. Among such tweaks and tricks, compression garments, such as compression calf sleeves, hold a well-deserved place in the echelon of helpful […]

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08 Aug 2019

Why Mental Training Matters For Marathon Preparation

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Why Mental Training Matters For Marathon Preparation

If you’re considering taking part in your first marathon or if you’re starting preparations for your next adventure of such kind, you will have to follow a certain routine to build upon your strength, endurance, and performance. Most preparation plans will take from 16 to 20 weeks, and they consist of running several times a week, gradually increasing your mileage, adding some extra cross-fit training, and proper pre-race tapers.  Such training plans, which you can easily find online, tend to focus on your mileage and getting your legs and muscles ready to handle such a physical challenge. Yet, there […]

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25 Mar 2019

Best Sports and Spy Video Games For Android in 2019

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Best Sports and Spy Video Games For Android in 2019

Life has become really busy where most people spend more than half of their day in office and doing other works. But it is understood pretty easily that all work and no play, makes Jack, a dull boy. Hence, it is necessary for us to indulge in some healthy games to refresh our minds. Since the time for leisure has become minimal in our life, therefore video games are now sprinting new life among the entire generation and are reviving their energy with the best android game apps. This year also has not been an exception as it has […]

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26 Feb 2019

7 Benefits of Sport and Fitness Activities for the Elderly

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7 Benefits of Sport and Fitness Activities for the Elderly

It is an illusion to think that the elderly are incapable of physical activity, therefore cannot participate in sports. Some people sincerely believe that physical activity becomes obsolete with age. The widespread misconceptions also includes the idea that it is dangerous for older people to participate in sports due to the risk of injury. A recent report provided by healthcare specialists revealed that most people avoid physical activity all together at the age of 65. They either just sit or lay down most of the day – chillin. The immobility of the seniors increases their vulnerability making them suffer […]

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31 Jan 2019

The racing milestones of Belmont Stakes – The oldest race of the Triple Crown

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Horse racing in America has a rich history and tradition of many centuries lined with several legendary racing events that have made the country proud.  Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes constitute the famous Triple Crown of horse racing that takes place over a 2 km or 11/4 mile stretch on a dirt track in Churchill Downs, Louisville, Kentucky.  The same race covers 1.9 km or 13/16 mile in Pimlico race course, Baltimore, Maryland for Preakness Stakes. The Belmont Stakes race covers a longer distance of 2.4 km or 11/2 miles.  It is, therefore, a matter of great […]

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30 Jan 2019

Five Benefits of Playing Sports

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Five Benefits of Playing Sports

The sports game is not only a fun-loving activity, but it is way more than that. You can easily find that many people love to play football, cricket, basketball, and such other games. Have you ever noticed that why these games are so popular and why your parent force to play such games? Well, there are many reasons behind it, and some of them are as follow – 1. Stay Physically Fit You will be getting better with time as if you are playing sports games. The very first benefit comes to your physical health. Football is full of […]

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03 Nov 2014

Bullying or Honesty – A Coach’s Perspective

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The following article is a High School Basketball Coach’s perspective on Bully Coaching, in response to the example presented in “How Bully Coaching Affects Athletes.” Dear Dr. Edger, I do not think the story of the high school quarterback is considered bullying. I understand your argument and what the quarterback might be going through. However, if a coach has time to yell or criticize a player, he cares about the player’s performance, and has high expectations. I think most people would rather have a coach that has high expectations for their players than mediocre expectations. I believe it is the coach’s job […]

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24 Jul 2014

Challenges, Threats and Stress in Sports

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The one constant across all disciplines of competitive sport is that of stress. Athletes are continuously placed under copious amounts of stress, yet are still expected to perform at a high level. We would not be hard pressed to come up with examples of athlete who have ‘frozen’ or ‘choked’ under pressure, and have not liven up to the high expectations. Nevertheless, at the same time there are athletes whose performance is not impaired, who succeed despite the pressure all around them. In order to help explain this difference, it has got to be understood that stress is not […]

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30 Oct 2012

Christian Sport Psychology

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Being an athlete can be hard for anyone. The pressures to conform to stereotypes and the culture you play in can be some of the toughest challenges an athlete can face. Most people who play sport play for themselves and because they enjoy playing sport. Whereas if you compare a non-christian athlete to a Christian athlete there are similarities in that a Christian will also play sport because they enjoy it. However there is a stark contrast as to who they are playing the sport for. The person that Christians are playing sport for is God. The mind of […]

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