Sports & Fitness: Performance Training, Rules & Recovery

Elite athletic performance and general fitness are sustained through structured hypertrophy strategies, sport-specific conditioning, and rigorous adherence to injury prevention protocols.

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How to Avoid Nausea When Running

Experiencing nausea while running can be due to a variety of factors. Dehydration, malnutrition, heat exhaustion and overexertion are common causes. Taking some simple precautionary steps before and while running can help you avoid nausea in many cases.

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Back Injuries From Deadlifts

The deadlift is a strength-building exercise that is a staple of powerlifters and other athletes looking to get stronger. The deadlift is typically performed with a barbell and heavy weight, giving it the potential to cause back strain or muscle tears if not performed correctly.

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How to Keep Running When You're Tired

New and experienced runners often face fatigue during training runs and races. exhaustion makes every stride seem like it takes extra effort to propel your body forward. You may be tired for a variety of reasons, including the physical exertion of running, hydration issues, improper fueling and mental roadblocks.

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How to Determine a Carry in Volleyball

A volleyball carry is sometimes referred to as a catch, lift or throw. The rules for a carry are spelled out in the official rules of the game and it is the responsibility of the referee to determine if a player has violated a ball-handling rule.

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How Should I Bike to Slim My Legs?

Cycling is an aerobic, calorie-burning, leg-slimming exercise when you cycle at the right intensity with the correct resistance. You cannot vary the movement of cycling. You push the pedal down to turn the wheel and move forward if you're outdoor cycling, or spin the flywheel if you're cycling indoors.

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Bruce Lee Punching Speed Exercises

Bruce Lee trained in many different fighting disciplines to develop his own signature martial arts style called Jeet Kune Do. He's well-known for his speed, punching power and accuracy. You can hone your own punching speed by borrowing some of Bruce Lee's striking and conditioning exercises.

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5 Activities for Muscular Strength

Increase muscular strength to appear more physically fit and attractive as you reap the benefits of improved sports performance and ability to handle daily activities. Do resistance training exercises, using an ever-increasing amount of weight or resistance to build muscular strength.

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Can You Exercise Your Body to Be Able to Do A Split in a Week?

According to fitness coach Pavel Tsatsouline in his book, "Relax Into Stretch," the ability to do splits requires more than just strength or flexibility. These exercises also require you to train your neurological system to relax your muscles. This doesn't mean you can force the process in a week, though.

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Regulations for Soccer Cleats

Soccer cleats are worn by players to help them gain traction on various playing surfaces, including grass, sand and clay. Like most soccer equipment, the cleats must conform to several regulations. These regulations are instituted to maintain a safe playing environment for all players.

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Will Boxing Get You Ripped?

If you look at professional boxers, it seems reasonable that boxing will give you the cut, defined and impressive muscles the boys in the gym call "ripped." However, remember that professional boxers do a lot more about their fitness and physique than box.

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Five Different Types of Basketball Passes

Passing the ball in basketball requires touch, vision, dexterity and strength. Good teams have players who look to pass the ball to the open player to take the ball to the basket or get a good look for a jump shot. You can pass the ball effectively in several ways.

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How to Jog for Thin Thighs

Take a look at the legs of most joggers and you see thin thighs. This is because jogging burns a high number of calories in a short amount of time. Although you cannot tell your body to only use the calories from your thighs, you will reduce the amount of fat from all over your body including your legs.

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How to Sweat to Lose Stomach Fat

The stomach can be a stubborn area to lose fat. Although you cannot spot-reduce fat, a structured exercise routine and healthy diet will lead to weight-loss all over the body including the belly.

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Can Running in the Rain Make You Sick?

If running in the rain was the only recipe for an illness, then people in the perennially-wet Pacific Northwest would be stuck training on treadmills for most of the year. Fortunately, that's not the case, and running in the rain is not necessarily going to make you sick.

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How to Shrink Your Waist Fast

Waist fat increases your risk for serious health issues, such as colorectal cancer, Type 2 diabetes and stroke. If you want to shrink your waist fast, you can’t focus on spot training. You need to increase fat burning through cardio activity, strength training and diet modifications.

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Blisters From Playing Basketball

Basketball requires an excessive amount of running and jumping. The constant movement and lower-body trauma can lead to a number of injuries, from twisted ankles to shin splints and sprained knees.

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How to Train for a Marathon in 5 Months

Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned veteran, five months gives you plenty of prep time to train for and complete a full marathon. Before even considering a 26.2-mile race, develop a base of running three to four days per week for six months or longer.

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Football Basic Skills and Techniques

Football often comes down to the strategy that a team employs at the end of close games. Out-think and out-execute your opponent at crucial moments, and your team often will find a way to win. However, competing hard on a consistent basis requires focusing on the fundamentals of the game.

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