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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Badminton Equipment Regulations

As an international and Olympic sport, badminton has specific rules that govern its play. These rules extend to the equipment used in the badminton. Racket size, court dimensions, net height and shuttle construction are all strictly controlled to provide the most fair and even matches for sanctioned play of the sport.

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Is It Bad to Work Out at Night?

Exercise is known to improve health and may reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers. Determining the best time of day to work out can vary from person to person. Factors including busy schedules, lack of energy during certain times of the day, and quality of sleep may determine the time of day you exercise.

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How to Lose Water Weight in the Face

Whether the cause is too many salty or sugary foods or a medical condition, water weight can show up in your face along with the rest of your body. Just as spot-reducing fat is not possible, however, you cannot reduce water weight from just one part of your body.

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How Do AB Belts Work?

Manufacturers of Electronic Muscle Stimulation (EMS) abdominal belts often mislead consumers with claims that these devices strengthen and flatten the tummy without much effort.

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How Many Calories Are Burned Bicycling for 30 Minutes?

Finding time for a daily bicycle ride won't just provide fresh air and solitude, but it can also play a role in your overall health. Bicycling is one of the quickest ways you can burn calories, notes Harvard Health Publications.

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Arc Trainer Vs. Treadmill

The Arc Trainer is a piece of cardio equipment produced by Cybex International. The design simulates running, but you stand on independent pedals that swing in a crescent pattern. This motion makes sure your joints don't incur impact as they would on a treadmill.

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Thoracic Spine Stretches

The part of your spine known as the thoracic region resides in the upper part of your back at around the chest level. The thoracic spine is made up of 12 vertebrae; your ribs are connected to it to help protect vital organs.

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The Calories Burned in a TreadClimber Workout

Devoting at least 150 minutes per week to aerobic exercise is a simple way to potentially improve your health. In this form of activity, you'll strengthen your cardiovascular system and burn calories (and, thereby, burn body fat).

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Which Burns More Calories: Walking or Biking?

In general, bicycling burns more calories than walking, but this depends on the difficulty of each activity as well as the person doing the activity. All calorie burning figures are estimates; your results will likely be slightly different.

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How Do Treadmills Calculate Pace Times?

The information panel on a treadmill gives you immediate readouts about the intensity and volume of your workout, including your walking or running pace. Pace is the distance traveled over a period of time, and the treadmill is able to calculate that figure based on the speed at which it is set.

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Why Does My Treadmill Squeak?

Treadmills are complex machines made up of mechanical elements, like belts, motors and electronic components. Just like a car, there will be times when things go wrong and the machine may signal this to you with a squeaking noise.

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How Long Does It Take to Gain 1 Pound of Muscle?

Theoretically, it’s possible to gain about a pound of muscle per week -- at least during the initial phase of a strength training program. Many variables affect your ability to do so, however. If you decide to try a new eating and workout regimen, always consult a doctor before beginning.

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Shimano Alivio Vs. Acera

Shimano specializes in performance driven bicycle parts. According to Shimano, the company released one of the earliest freewheel designs in 1921. The freewheel helped to revolutionize cycling as it allows your pedals to remain stationary when your tires roll forward.

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Free Female Weight Lifting Workout Routine

Having a weightlifting routine will help reduce any fears you might have of the weight room and make you a more confident woman in weightlifting and in life. The push/pull/leg split routine is a weightlifting routine that can be done by beginners or advanced female weightlifters.

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What Size Stability Ball Should I Buy?

Stability balls are large, inflatable balls used to strengthen and tone the body, particularly the core muscles of the pelvis, abdomen and back. Stability balls range in size from 30 cm for petite individuals or children to a generous 75 cm for much taller people.

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Walking Shoes Vs. Cross-Training Shoes

Shoes are essential to your everyday activities. Having the right shoes can make all the difference in how your feet, legs and back feel when you're working out.

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