Comprehensive Sports Guide: Rules, Conditioning & Equipment

Athletic mastery depends on understanding official gameplay rules, optimizing equipment technology, and implementing sport-specific conditioning drills.

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How Do WNBA Tryouts Work?

The WNBA, short for the Women's National Basketball Association, is a professional basketball league that was formed in 1996 in the United States.

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Biking With SI Joint Problems

The sacroiliac joint is located between the sacrum and ilium in your pelvis. These regions are connected by ligaments that help to support the lower spine. The two most common types of SI joint problems are referred to as sacroiliitis and sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

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If Your Shoulder Hurts, Can You Still Work Out?

If you are feeling pain in your shoulder, it is probably in your best interest not to continue working out and to instead allow the pain to subside before working out again. Shoulder pains occur from a variety of shoulder injuries, some of which are referred to as "repetitive motion injuries"

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Problems With Seated Ellipticals

Seated ellipticals are a variation on standard elliptical machines that simulate the act of running, biking and climbing. While a seated elliptical can be more beneficial for individuals who have trouble exercising while standing, the machines require a certain level of coordination that some individuals lack.

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Cadence Vs. Watts for Indoor Cycling

Cycling cadence refers to the rate at which the pedals turn when you're riding your bike. Watts refer to a specific unit of power that you can increase or decrease when riding your bike.

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Softball Drills That Teach a Child Not to Be Afraid of the Ball

Youth and beginner softball players may benefit from drills that teach them not to fear the ball. Many of these drills substitute a lighter ball for a traditional softball to make catching and throwing less hazardous. In addition, many such practice sessions focus on building a player's confidence.

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Simple Rules for Track & Field Events

Rules for track and field events are designed to keep participants safe and secure while racing. While track and field events may have complex rules and rule books, basic events such as sprinting and long distance running have only a few key rules that must be followed by all participants.

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Volleyball Drills for Middle School Girls

Volleyball drills for middle school girls are designed to improve their form and technique as well as their agility on the court. While individual skills can be improved through drills, other drills work on improving team chemistry and communication. Volleyball drills range from service drills to spiking drills.

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Soccer Drills for 6- and 7-Year-Olds

Soccer drills for 6- and 7-year-olds help to improve their dribbling, scoring and passing skills. Drills also help develop teamwork and communication skills for each of your young players, which can improve team chemistry and their ability to win games.

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Warmup Games for Gymnastics

Warmup games for gymnastics are designed to help your kids get loose and limber prior to an instructional gymnastics workout. In addition to stretching, warmup games can help reduce the children's risk of pulling a muscle or straining a ligament during a rigorous gymnastics routine.

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Swimming Lesson Plans for Kids

Children's swimming-lesson plans are designed to help you teach children the basics of swimming. While swimming lesson plans give you an outline of activities and exercises you can perform with your kids, you can tailor them to your child's strengths and weaknesses.

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