Sports & Recreation

The best running watches have common traits, but choosing one is extremely subjective. Your options are abundant, with no shortage of styles, features, complexity and prices. Before choosing a watch, you should define what type of runner you are and…
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Overview Karate is one of the most popular and widely practiced forms of mixed martial arts. The sport of karate was invented in Japan and it is employed as a method of self-defense or as a competitive combat activity. Punching,…
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There are more than 30 kinds fishing knots available to the angler. Knots are often specific to the application, such as fly fishing, bait casting, attaching tackle to the terminal end of the line or joining two lines together. Although…
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Over the past few decades, the sport of fishing has become increasingly high tech. Innovations include the use of fishfinders, which are specialized electronic devices that emit sonar signals to scan underwater environments and provide a visual image for the…
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The smash is a high speed power shot in badminton that can be difficult for an opponent to return. The purpose of the smash is to hit the birdie with as much force as possible toward your opponent’s court. The…
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Overview Snowboarding and skiing are both considered high-velocity sports and vary in skill requirements for kids. Snowboarding incorporates a stance similar to skateboarding with a rider’s feet strapped to the snowboard sideways and centered across the width of the board….
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Overview Obesity is an increasing epidemic in the United States, and throughout the world. In 2010 the Centers for Disease and Prevention said that childhood obesity in the United States had more than tripled in the previous 30 years. A…
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Overview Youth sports play an important role in child development. Many lessons are learned during practice and games that can help children in sports, and also in all aspects of life. Discipline, focus and motivation are all skills developed through…
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Overview Nike, Adidas and Puma are three of the world’s major soccer shoe manufacturers. While the basic concept of modern soccer shoes may seem to be fairly standardized across the market, technological innovations by all three companies have resulted in…
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Racquetball is a highly competitive game that requires speed, quickness, great reactions and quick thinking. Racquetball is a top-flight exercise because it offers aerobic and anaerobic benefits. The sport will get your heart rate up and burn more than 600…
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Tai chi combines focused movement, meditation and deep breathing with the goal of improving physical and mental well-being. Tai chi originated in China as a defensive martial art, but many of its forms now emphasize health improvement. The National Center…
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Tying the right type of fishing knot properly can mean the difference between landing a fish or watching it swim away, often with your favorite lure still hooked in its lip. Several tools can help tie a knot that can…
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Preparing to play a racquetball match means making the best use of your practice time. Racquetball requires a player to be in top condition since the game requires constant movement, stops and starts and quick execution of shots. Shuttle runs…
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Serving in racquetball is one of the big keys to having a chance at winning in this competitive game. In order to have the best chance to win points while serving, you need to develop a variety of serves. This…
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For many years, golfers walked 18 holes and caddies carried their bags. With the advent of the electric golf cart, fewer golfers decided to walk and more started riding during their 18-hole round. However, a large number of courses give…
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The issue of bicycle safety became more important in the United States in the first decade of the 21st century, as some transportation attention shifted from gas-powered vehicles to more environmentally friendly forms of transportation, including walking and bicycling. Several…
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Ocean kayak fishing is a popular type of fishing among anglers. Kayaking allows you to go miles out into the ocean to a solitary place that is both relaxing and exciting. Many types of fish can be caught while in…
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Overview Nike and Titleist are two of the most well known golf equipment manufacturers in the world. Nike’s golf balls have been around for just over two decades, while Titleist golf balls were created in the 1930s. Nike and Titleist…
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Putting in golf is key when it comes to putting a good score on the card. For average and above-average golfers, making par and bogey putts can shave six to nine strokes off a round. There are several games golfers…
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Players use a lacrosse stick to carry the ball, pass it, shoot it and defend in this competitive game. The lacrosse stick, often called a “crosse,” varies in size depending on the position of the player. The stick is a…
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Overview With an abundance of theme parks, roller coasters, restaurants and water parks, it may be difficult to find wallet-friendly activities in Orlando. Yet, with more than 2,000 lakes in and around this city, there is a wealth of free…
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Overview Illinois’ most populous city, Chicago, features a number of tourist attractions, including Wrigley Field, Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue, which is home to the Art Institute of Chicago and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. If you are looking to stray…
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The pitching wedge is one of the most vital clubs in the golfer’s bag. When it comes to scoring in golf, one key skill is being able to make good shots in the short game. The pitching wedge is perhaps…
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Fishing a river often can be more productive than lake fishing for bass, especially in the heat of summer when lake bass go deep. The location of fish in moving water is predictable. Fish don’t want to expend a lot…
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Serving in racquetball is a vital part of the game. In order to take control of a match, a racquetball player must serve the ball consistently, hit it with power on occasion and keep his opponent off balance with change-of-pace…
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Dribbling is required in basketball if you are going to move around the court while in possession of the ball. If a player tries to move without dribbling, he can be called for traveling. The exception to this rule is…
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Lures are tools. There is no one magic lure that will always catch fish just as there is no household tool that will cook, paint and hammer. Certain conditions require certain lures. The best lure is the one in which…
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Racquetball is both a competitive and recreational sport that requires great reactions. Players use racquets to propel a rubber ball around an enclosed court. After hitting the ball, players have to get out of the way and give their opponent…
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Wilderness survival is a valuable skill, and there are many books on the subject. A lot of the techniques have existed as long as man, so even older books that are still in print offer useful, accurate information. The newer…
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Cycling is an enjoyable endurance exercise that helps you build your aerobic capacity and improve your cardiovascular endurance. According to the American Heart Association, performing cycling for exercise and fitness is part of a healthy lifestyle. To help you get…
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