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Posted on: 27 October, 2004

Author: Matt Russ

Implement Trail Running in Base for Injury Prevention

The shoes we run in today are great for reducing impact. There are a myriad of devices, gels, air ... etc., designed to lesson the ... loads on the joints and body. One ... however The shoes we run in today are great for reducing impact. There are a myriad of devices, gels, air channels, etc., designed to lesson the compressive loads on the joints and body. One drawback, however, is that if you do most of your running on even, paved surfaces the lower leg muscles and joints do not have to work as hard to stabilize. Joint stability...

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Posted on: 27 October, 2004

Author: Matt Russ

Motivate Me?

... is ... athletes are always seeking, but can be elusive to obtain. ... can put a lesser skilled athlete on the podium standing over his more gifted and talented peers. It is the Motivation is something athletes are always seeking, but can be elusive to obtain. Motivation can put a lesser skilled athlete on the podium standing over his more gifted and talented peers. It is the life blood of training. Simply put motivation is how much an individual wants to achieve a goal, but sources of motivation can be as varied as athletes.It is important to ask yourself...

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Posted on: 27 October, 2004

Author: Matt Russ

Mental Skills for Training and Racing

Being ... gifted is only one ... of a ... athlete. There are many others that are not so easily ... such as drive, ... ... and the ability to focus mentally Being physically gifted is only one attribute of a successful athlete. There are many others that are not so easily quantified such as drive, ambition, determination, and the ability to focus mentally through adversity. These mental skills are not genetically imposed, but are learned from a variety of sources such as parents, coaches, sport psychologists and other athletes. Learning and refining your mental skills can give you an...

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Posted on: 27 October, 2004

Author: David Selman, Tracker-Outdoors.com

Understanding Wild Turkey Habits for Improved Hunting

Wild Turkey ... turkeys roost in trees at night. They fly to their roosts at about sunset and fly to the ground at first light where they feed until ... They will often roost again for Wild Turkey HabitsWild turkeys roost in trees at night. They fly to their roosts at about sunset and fly to the ground at first light where they feed until mid-morning. They will often roost again for a short period in mid-morning and feeding will resume in the afternoon. Turkeys can cover several miles during the course of the day while feeding.Gobbling starts before sunrise...

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Posted on: 27 October, 2004

Author: Matt Russ

Road Bike Selection and Purchase 101

Road bikes will range in price from $500 to over $5000, and vary greatly in design, ... and ... The first decision you need to make is road bike or tri set up. What type of riding are Road bikes will range in price from $500 to over $5000, and vary greatly in design, materials, and performance. The first decision you need to make is road bike or tri set up. What type of riding are you going to be doing? Are you purchasing the bike for multi-sport competition or strictly for road riding, training, and / or racing? A...

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Posted on: 26 October, 2004

Author: David Selman, Tracker-Outdoors.com

Tracking Wounded Whitetail Deer

Ethical hunters should always do their best to deliver a clean lethal shot that ends the life of game quickly. We should "pass up" shots that are less than sure. There are ... however when our b Ethical hunters should always do their best to deliver a clean lethal shot that ends the life of game quickly. We should "pass up" shots that are less than sure. There are occasions however when our best intentions require us to track game. Out of respect for the wildlife we hunt, we should make every effort possible to find the game we have...

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Posted on: 19 October, 2004

Author: Stephen Northcott

Extreme Slying

EXTREME FACTS: HUMIDITY Hotter air can hold more water vapour than cold, so as the ... falls the relative humidity rises. When it reaches 100%it is known as the Dew Point and ... w EXTREME FACTS: HUMIDITY Hotter air can hold more water vapour than cold, so as the airtemperature falls the relative humidity rises. When it reaches 100%it is known as the Dew Point and condensation will occur Even desert environments can have high atmospheric humidity,which can soon reach 100% when equipment is brought out fromair-conditioning Condensation causes tape to stick to the rotary drum, which can becatastrophic Most...

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Posted on: 19 October, 2004

Author: Ryan Shane - Sharpdiver Staff

How do I choose a scuba and snorkeling mask?

Your basic scuba masks consist of a silicon seal that acts as a suction on your face ... water from ... What are the MOST ... things look for in buying a scuba mask or ... m Your basic scuba masks consist of a silicon seal that acts as a suction on your face preventing water from entering. What are the MOST IMPORTANT things look for in buying a scuba mask or snorkeling mask?The mask is a long term investment. With the right maintenance and care, it can last a long time. QualityWe are not talking about cheap mask that...

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Posted on: 19 October, 2004

Author: Gary Whittaker

NBA 2004-2005 Season Preview

Here are your big stories for the upcoming new ... Bryant found guilty of rape. Lakers are forced to “bend over” for Kobe’s manhood and finish with their worst record in 10 ... Cuban s Here are your big stories for the upcoming new season:·Kobe Bryant found guilty of rape. Lakers are forced to “bend over” for Kobe’s manhood and finish with their worst record in 10 years·Mark Cuban shocks the world as he gives away the Dallas Mavericks on his show, The Benefactor! Although the show was cancelled before this episode was aired, the transfer of ownership is legal...

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Posted on: 10 October, 2004

Author: Richard T. Kerr-Bell

Why Coach Soccer? And how to have fun doing it.

Why Coach Soccer? How to have fun doing ... Buffet might not know soccer, but when he said, "Tell me your heroes and I'll tell you how your life will end up", he was onto ... it comes Why Coach Soccer? How to have fun doing it.Warren Buffet might not know soccer, but when he said, "Tell me your heroes and I'll tell you how your life will end up", he was onto something.When it comes to coaching, everyone wants a say but few are willing to turn their words into action and take a team… even under 8’s which...

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