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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Diet for Double Chin

Whether it's caused by genetics, weight gain or simple aging, no amount of chin exercises or fad dieting will remove a double chin.

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How Long Before a Workout Should I Take Protein?

You need protein for muscle growth, so it seems logical to get some protein into your system before a workout. But muscle building happens after your workout, during the recovery stage, so the best time to take in some protein is 30 to 60 minutes after exercising.

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How to Paint a Carbon Bicycle

Carbon fiber bicycles are becoming increasingly popular now that improved techniques in manufacturing have brought the prices down. Made of woven carbon fibers sealed within epoxy resin, carbon frames are both strong and light.

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How to Do a Painless Split

Doing a split looks easy when gymnasts or cheerleaders do it, but it’s harder than it appears for anyone who is not naturally flexible or who is new to flexibility training. Stretching out the inner thigh, hamstrings and calf muscles is necessary for a perfect split.

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Blisters From Indoor Rock Climbing

Indoor rock climbing, although fun and challenging, can result in blisters, especially on your hands. Rock climbing blisters are no different from any other kind of blisters and most can simply be left to heal on their own. Treat your blisters correctly and they won't keep you on the ground for long.

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Can You Keep a Treadmill Outdoors?

Maintaining outdoor treadmills can be a challenge, but the rewards are well worth it. Using treadmills outdoors on your patio, porch or balcony gives you a safe and convenient place to walk or run while enjoying the pleasures and benefits of fresh air.

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