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Ranking The 10 Greatest Three-Point Shooters In NBA History

Stephen Curry is back to hitting three-pointers in the postseason like it’s not big deal it all. Which is something we’ve all grown used to seeing this time of the year. Where does he stand in the history of three-point shooters? Let’s rank the top 10 and find out. 10. Jason Terry Only two […]

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Violence In Sports

Sports violence can be defined as behavior which causes harm, occurs outside of the rules of the sport, and is unrelated to the competitive objectives of the sport. Leonard identifies two forms of aggression in sports. Instrumental aggression is non-emotional and task-oriented. Reactive aggression has an underlying emotional component, with harm as its goal. Violence […]

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The Importance Of Scouting

My name is Trey Lewis. I am a Life Scout working on my Eagle in Troop 201 in Ozark, Missouri. I started my Scouting career as a Wolf in Cub Scouts when I was about 8 years old, and through my years of going through this organization one thing has become apparent to me, and […]

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An Overview Of Sports Nutrition

What Is Sports Nutrition? Sports nutrition is the foundation of athletic success. It is a well-designed nutrition plan that allows active adults and athletes to perform at their best. It supplies the right food type, energy, nutrients, and fluids to keep the body well hydrated and functioning at peak levels. Sports nutrition is unique to […]

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Two Men Who Quit The Corporate World For Fitness Say The Winner Is Clear Between A Kickboxing And Boxing Workout

Boxing was one of the biggest fitness trends of 2017 — and if you’re partial to throwing a punch or two on the bag, then you might want to give kickboxing a go. Its champions say you’ll get a better full body workout and ultimately burn more calories in a kickboxing class — so we […]

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How To Swim Faster – The Six Principles Of Fast Swimming

Have you been wondering how to swim faster for months or even years without ever finding a satisfactory answer? If this is the case, well, you are in good company. This article describes six principles that will allow you to swim faster without becoming exhausted too quickly. Swimming Smarter not Harder For many […]

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Depression And The Benefits Of Physical Activity

Introduction Mood disorders including depression are at the most present psychiatric disorders in present society. It is described that 16% population is estimated to be affected by major depression1 once during their life time. All symptoms of these mood disorders are collectively called ‘depressive syndrome’ and they are characterized by anxiety, feelings of guilt, […]

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Is Golf A Sport ?

Golf in the United States is a $70 billion annual industry with 24.1 million players. A 2016 poll by Public Policy Polling found that nineteen percent of Americans call themselves golf fans, down from twenty-three percent in 2015. The debate over whether or not golf is a sport wages on the internet, in bars, amongst […]

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Creating The Winning Mentality

Lately a metaphoric earthquake struck in football minded Holland. The Dutch FA & several ‘experts’ claim ‘Dutch football has to improve’. Despite a 3rd place during the last World Cup in Brazil for the Orange Lions. We can compliment the Dutch FA & co for having such a strong developed Growth Mindset; always on the […]

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Three Tips For Speed For Young Athletes

Speed is an absolute game changer. No matter the age or the sport, faster young athletes can affect the course of any game. The discussion of genetics versus trainability is undeniably not an either/ or question any longer. The conversation now becomes how to maximize overall athleticism in a young athlete as they potentially gravitate […]

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Building Confidence And Self-Esteem

Low self-esteem can be deeply rooted, with origins in traumatic childhood experiences such as prolonged separation from parent figures, neglect, or emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. In later life, self-esteem can be undermined by ill health, negative life events such as losing a job or getting divorced, deficient or frustrating relationships, and a general sense […]

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Coaching Tips For Players Short Passing Skills

One of the great advantages of the 4v4 training programme is that your players get used to passing the ball and it becomes second nature to them. It creates goals, gets them out of trouble and is great to watch. But to do this you still have to make sure they know what a short […]

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Motivation In Sport

Dwight Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States, once said that “motivation is the art of getting people to do what you want them to do because they want to do it”. Research in the area of motivation suggests that he wasn’t too far wrong. Motivation is an internal energy that can determine aspects […]

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Long Pass Mastery Like A Pro

Who needs a Long Pass when you’ve got short ones? Right? Wrong! The best pass in soccer is the longest pass that still maintains possession. Being able to hit the long ball is an attribute all great players possess, especially the ones in the middle of the park. A big ball can relieve pressure, isolate […]

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Leg Length Discrepancy And Sports Injury

The first issue at hand when discussing leg length discrepancy is whether or not leg lengths are being accurately measured. Measuring woman’s leg length, with centimetre isolated, in generic underclothing. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), a leg length discrepancy of 1/5 inch to 3/5 inch is normal. Most doctors and physical […]

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Step By Step : The First Touch In Soccer Play

The first touch is arguably the most important skill in soccer. Without a good one, you won’t ever have the opportunities to use your other skills because a defender will have already closed in. Unfortunately, the first touch is also one of the most difficult skills to learn — it makes the difference between good […]

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6 Exercises To Improve Your Agility

Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, weekend warrior or grandfather-in-training, agility training should be an important part of your workout routine. Agility is the ability to move quickly and change direction with ease. This describes both physical and mental agility. As we age, or just become complacent in our daily routines, both our mental and […]

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How Much Fat Is Covering Your Abs ?

We all have some fat to lose, but you may be housing more than you think There are, four classic ways to stay lean: 1. Hunger-striker lean: achieved with starvation, and not recommended by any major medical organisation. 2. Heroin-addict lean: achieved most notably by Iggy Pop during the early seventies…and mysteriously retained for decades […]

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Top 10 Supplements For Football Players

Football is a demanding sport at any level. From high school to the pros, football players are always looking for ways to take their game to the next level. One of the easiest, yet most overlooked, ways to do this is to have a solid nutrition and supplement plan. Supplements will ensure you get the […]

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Easy Ways To Improve Your Sprint Speed

Sprint speed is probably the most measurable way to demonstrate your potential as an athlete. At college camps, the ability to crank out an impressive 40-Yard Dash can be the difference between winning a scholarship or being relegated to walk-on status. At baseball tryouts and pro days, a good 60-Yard Dash can send a guy’s […]

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Fun And Easy Games That Teach Your Kids How To Swim

“I show Mommy my swimming. I can do it myself!” exclaimed four-year-old Braedon, midway through one of our swimming lessons. When he showed off his slightly uncoordinated paddle across the pool, both mom and son had ear-to-ear grins. For many of the families I have worked with as a swim instructor, the excitement of a […]

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How To Prepare For Pre-Season

So, you’ve spent the last nine months waking up early on a Sunday morning to haul yourself around a football pitch for 90 minutes, but what are you supposed to do to maintain your hard earned fitness now it’s all over for two months? Premier League footballers can call upon a team of sports scientists […]

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3 Drills For Training Speed And Agility In The Sand

Sand is a great training tool for improving speed and agility. It provides resistance that challenges your muscles, helping to make you faster and more explosive. The constant shifting under your feet engages small stabilizer muscles that improve balance and reduce the risk of injury. Plus, sand training gives you an excuse to work out […]

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Football Food

Sport nutrition, diet or food and drink, for football players is becoming increasingly scientific and recognised for its importance in the game of football. Almost every professional club will have a nutritionist or similar expert advisor for their team. This article covers the most important principles of sport nutrition for amateur players and coaches. […]

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8 Training Habits That’ll Make You A Faster Cyclist

Whether it’s sticking with the pack on a group ride or besting your PR at the next Gran Fondo, finding ways to improve your speed on the bike is the name of the game. Unfortunately, it will require more than simply jumping on the bike and heading out for another training ride. To accomplish your […]

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The 30-Minute Outdoor Workout

Get Fit Outdoors — in 30 Minutes To get fast results, take your workout outside. A study from California Pacific Orthopedic and Sports Medicine found that outdoor exercisers lost an average of 7.43 pounds and 6.17 percent of body fat in eight weeks. That’s because outdoors, your body is constantly challenged by inclines, declines, […]

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Why Soft Sand Running Is So Good For Fitness

If you’re going to run, why not ditch the treadmill and do it by the beach, instead? Sure, not everyone lives coastal, but if you do there are many benefits to soft sand running. It might surprise some people how different it is to ordinary running, too. “The difference between soft sand running and […]

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WHAT IS CARDIOVASCULAR TRAINING?

Cardiovascular (CV) Τraining The dictionary definition for CV training is: ‘physical conditioning that exercises the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels’. In other words, when you do a cardio session, you’re giving your heart, lungs and circulatory system – in addition to any other muscle groups that you use – a good workout. Cardio exercise […]

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Why Kids Quit Sport

Youth sport is a subject close to my heart. As a parent of three pre school-age children, participation in organised sporting activities is already a big part of our family life. We like to think that encouraging participation now is laying the foundations for an active lifestyle throughout school and participation / competition for many […]

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The Top 20 Sports For Kids

Morgan Hagey Kids need constructive ways to burn off energy, and playing sports is one of the best ways to do that. Check out the top 20 sports for kids and all the benefits that come from playing them. Kids need to move — it’s good for their health and your sanity. Organized sports […]

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