Swimming has been an Olympic sport since 1896, with the 100-meter and 1,500-meter freestyle competitions being held in open water. Since then, additional events, such as the backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke and relays, have been implemented along with an indoor pool.
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Bodybuilding involves workouts designed to maximize muscle hypertrophy. For the best results, most bodybuilders will follow a strict nutrition plan with additional supplements such as protein, post-workout recovery drinks, fat burners and even fish oil.
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Archery dates back hundreds of years when bows were used during battle. Some of the first bows were developed by the Egyptians and were made from wood, animal horn, sinew and glue. Since that early wooden bow, recurve bows, longbows and other traditional bows have been made from various types of wood.
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Fitness vibration plates are designed to vibrate between 20 and 50 times per second in three directions. Vibration plates increase the g-forces on the body and are assumed to improve flexibility and strength in less time than traditional training methods.
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Punching bags are found in boxing training facilities and fitness clubs around the world. The punching bags are used by boxers and fitness enthusiasts as a strength and cardiovascular workout. The fast-paced punching and kicking combinations require technique and focus to maximize performance results.
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Baking soda -- or sodium bicarbonate -- is traditionally uses for baking, cleaning and reducing household smells. But not everyone is aware of how baking soda can reduce muscle soreness. Muscle soreness is a result of lactic acid buildup and the overall damage to the muscle fibers.
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Pepsi developed Diet Pepsi in 1964 as an alternative to Pepsi-Cola with no sugar and no calories. Artificial sweeteners create the same flavor as the original Pepsi-Cola. While Diet Pepsi contains little nutritional value, people drink it for the light, crisp taste that satisfies thirst.
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Walk into a shoe store, and you are faced with rows and rows of athletic shoes with different designs, constructions and features. Trying to choose the right type of athletic shoe can be challenging, especially since these shoes can be costly.
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As you attend a sporting event, you watch the athletes go through a number of plays, trying to score points and beat the competition. Behind the scenes, the coach is calling the shots. A sports coach is the leader and motivator to the team of players and assistant coaches.
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Jumping rope is a traditional exercise that provides a total body strength and conditioning workout. With the ability to burn up to 1,000 calories per hour, you can use the jump rope to improve strength, agility, coordination or endurance.
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Successful basketball results from a combination of several skills, including speed, conditioning and athleticism. As a result, coaches and scouts test speed using a series of assessments such as the 40-yard dash, agility drills, vertical jump and the mile run.
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Bass are found in freshwater lakes, streams and rivers across North America and are known for their aggressive attack on the hook, thrilling fight and leaps from the water. The combination of habitat and fun fishing experience make bass one of the most pursued species of fish.
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As you watch a track meet or running event, you’ll notice two distinct body types between the sprinters and marathoners. A sprinter body is built for speed and power while the marathoner is built for long, slow endurance. But there are more differences between sprinters and marathoners than their physical appearance.
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The difference between a good or a bad day of fishing can be determined by the barometer. For years, anglers have watched the rising or falling barometric pressures to predict fish movement and feeding patterns in the hopes of increasing their chances of success.
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