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- Grab Your Ice Hockey Tickets, The Rush Is Here! - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2007 from Timothy SymondsIce hockey is one of the most popular and pleasurable sports in the world, especially in Canada and the United States of America. Ice hockey is all about adventure with the ice skates, the ice, the equipment, the enthusiastic crowd and the happening sport. Ice hockey leagues are played with much ...
Views: 746 - Horse Racing Live - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2007 from Jimmy MayonNothing beats the excitement of being at an actual race track, right within a throng of people expecting their favored runners and jockeys to do well in the race. There is that murmur of anticipation in the air and tickets are held tightly in pursed fingers as the horses make a bolting start. ...
Views: 2703 - Odds Dutching At The Races - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2007 from Jimmy MayonThe term Odds Dutching or simply Dutching was coined after a fervent horse race enthusiast named Arthur Flegenheimer who also went, for some unknown reason, with the equally puzzling moniker of Dutch Schultz. Basically, Dutching is a form of wage placing that stretches the risk of losing, by ...
Views: 2783 - Applying Hedge Bets - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2007 from Jimmy MayonHedging is one of the oldest, if not the most prominent horse betting strategy in the history of horse racing. Basically, it means that you place a normal or on-the-nose bet on the runner you desire; at the same time, you make additional wagers on two or more horses, just in case your runner ...
Views: 1798 - Why Texas Holdem Poker Is So Popular - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2007 from Ellie SchneiderTexas Holdem Poker is much easier to play then some of the other poker games out there. One of the reasons for this is the fact that each player has only 2 cards that are different from the other players. This makes the game faster and more of a challenge, which raises the excitement levels of ...
Views: 3135 - Football - Coloring Pages Kids Should Have Five Facts - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 from Michael BennettFootball coloring Kid, you love a football coloring book but don't know the game of pigskin? Coloring football Kid, would you believe five facts about football will put you in the know? Let's get started... Football History Football Fundamentals Organized Football ...
Views: 3668 - Wie Bad - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Alan MartinNow that you’re an adult answer this question (honestly please). Do you now believe that all the hype you heard while growing up about how great it would be to be an adult, was highly overrated? Most people do. Why else do we always hear adults wanting to turn back the clock and become kids ...
Views: 1140 - Golf Swing Tip - The Secret To Eliminating Hooks And Slices - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2007 from Dean CaporellaIt's one of the most frustrating aspects of a golfers game. The hook and the slice. Many a golf swing tip has been directed at players with this problem in their game. Why do they occur and how can you cut down the incidence of them occurring in your game? Here's an all too familiar scenario. ...
Views: 2057 - How Leucine Is Synthesized - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Robert BairdLeucine is one of the three branched-chain amino acids, with valine and isoleucine being the other two. To maintain a positive nitrogen balance in adults is essential. However, leucine can be synthesized from the keto acids a-ketoisovalera to, a-isopropylmalate, ß- isopropylmala to, or ...
Views: 989 - How To Achieve A Natural Golf Swing - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2007 from Dean CaporellaSo what does the term natural golf swing actually mean and how can it be related to you? In short, the natural golf swing should be regarded as simply what comes naturally to you. To take it further, in many situations, players are faced with the prospect of having to do something a little out ...
Views: 980 - 10 Out Of The World Basketball Tips - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2007 from Arthur RaiseBasketball the ever popular sport came into being in 1891. Designed by Dr. James Naismith, the game of basketball keeps players fit and can be played indoors when weather prevents outdoor sports. A popular sport in schools and college basketball is now played professionally and the NBAs are ...
Views: 1324 - Golf Swing Help - How To Take Your Swing To The Next Level! - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2007 from Dean CaporellaGetting golf swing help is as simple as booking into your local club for lessons from a private instructor. Yes, it will cost you money for private tuition but then how serious are you about improving your golf swing? Too many golfers try to take shortcuts with many relying on books and DVDs ...
Views: 717 - Eye Of The Tiger - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2007 from Alan MartinWho do you think will finish second at the PGA Championship? In 2000, I just began a new job and remember the first time meeting my new Regional VP at a local sales meeting and talking golf. After the initial introduction, the above question was the first I asked him. Of course back then I was ...
Views: 1050 - 6 Essentials Of A Great Baseball Team - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2007 from Arthur RaiseThe US lives and breaths baseball, the game runs in the blood and young and old are hooked up to the sport. There are baseball leagues major and little, baseball journalists and reporters, fans who own teams others who collect memorabilia and record histories. With the advent of the World Wide ...
Views: 1075 - Over The River and Through The Woods - A Primer On Disc Golf - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2007 from Alan MartinImagine you’re on the game show Jeopardy and this was the answer. Of the two choices below, what would be your correct question? 1. How do you get to Grandmother’s house 2. What is a fitting description of a Disc Golf course layout If you selected question #2 you’re probably already a player ...
Views: 1219 - Golf’s Major Tournaments – Events That Never disappoint - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2007 from Alan MartinFor all those who criticize golf and insist it’s NOT a real sport, what have you been watching for the past forty + years? Ever since I was ten years old and watched Arnold Palmer win the 1964 Masters, I’ve been glued to the TV every year, four times a year during the majors: Masters, US Open, ...
Views: 836 - The Most Important Things I Learned In Life, I Learned In The Boxing Ring - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2007 from infoyogis technologiesThe most important things I learned in life, I learned in the boxing ring It feels a little strange talking about my illustrious fighting career, as I'm no longer fighting. I have retired. My excuse is that I've turned 35, which is rather a good excuse, as you're not legally allowed to fight in ...
Views: 866 - Basketball Tips 5 – Posting Up - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from Yaron LaviPosting-up makes many guards feel uncomfortable. It’s the territory of the big-man where many guards avoid breaking in. They feel that if they are not at least 6’6 then it is better to stay away from the paint, but what if you are 6’1 and a 5’10 player is guarding you? – You can use that ...
Views: 1002 - Bass Fishing Lures - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2007 from Michael MalegaThis papers is all about the matter that you have been looking for, take your time to read. Fishing is spare-time activity that is enjoyed by versatile people. These myriad numbers think of fishing as being a test between themselves and the fish. To prove their high quality over these kings of ...
Views: 1384 - A Pretty Swing ...Don't Mean A Thing - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2007 from Alan MartinA Pretty Swing …don’t mean a thing It is high, it is far, it is??? If you’ve ever watched a baseball game on TV or listened on the radio you’ve heard the announcer use this expression (or a similar one) after the ball is hit and looks like it’s on its way out of the park. The idea for this ...
Views: 1126 - Basketball Tips 4 – How to Watch Basketball Games - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2007 from Yaron LaviEver wondered how professional basketball players reached that game level and why they make fewer mistakes? It can be summarized in one word: “Experience”. There are two ways for you to get that “experience”: the usual way or use another way... Think of Chauncey Billups for example, well, he ...
Views: 1027 - Bass Fishing - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2007 from Michael MalegaI trust that the next article will help you to better empathize this topic. Is there anything in the world as restful as spending a day fishing? Likely not, or not so that I can think of anyway. Fishing for me is the best sport in the world, and the best of all the dissimilar types of fishing ...
Views: 1286 - Basketball Tips 3 – Master Off the Screen Shots - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2007 from Yaron LaviNBA’s best shooter ever is Reggie Miller; his off the Screen shots were so deadly, that other players could only dream of shooting at that level. His speed and shooting percentage Off the Screen frustrated many teams and players. Before we continue, answer the following questions: (1) How ...
Views: 1857 - Basketball Tips 2 – Master your Pick and Roll - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Yaron LaviMastering Screen and Roll gives an important advantage to the offense team as it is considered one of basketballs’ toughest situations to defend. Lets take John Stockton for example, NBA's all-time leader in steals (3,265) and assists (15,806). True he had Karl Malone next to him, but his ...
Views: 1247 - How To Improve Your Golf Swing With These Two Simple Tips - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2007 from Dean CaporellaSo you want to improve your golf swing? It's one aspect of the game common with many golfers keen to attain a golf swing good enough to form the foundation of a consistent game. The honest truth... most part time golfers won't do anything about improving their golf swing simply because they ...
Views: 671 - Basketball Tips 1 - Improve your Decision Making Skills - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2007 from Yaron LaviSometimes you’re probably having these bad days - committing too many turnovers, coach is yelling at you, telling you that you’ve made bad decisions while all you want is to improve your game. Want to avoid these situations and dramatically improve your performance? – Read the ...
Views: 8474 - Airsoft Vs. Paintball - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2013 from Bob SchmuckThere are many ways in which the games of paintball and Airsoft are quite similar. However, the games really are not the same thing. For this reason, a lot of people have a tendency of getting confused. Origin Of The Game Airsoft was developed in Japan in the late 1970s when gun hobbyists ...
Views: 5424 - Sports Wisdom (Or, Why We Watch the Games) - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2007 from Bill CairoSports Wisdom (Or, Why We Watch the Games) Why do we watch sports, other than to see who wins? Political and baseball author George Will gave one outstanding response: “Sports serve society by providing vivid examples of excellence.” Sports are a 21st century version of the classic ...
Views: 3208 - Bigorexia - fact or psychobabble? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Emma JamesSorry, it’s got to be misinformed psychobabble formulated by people who have never competed or understood the complexities behind this. The "experts" believe that this Muscle Dysmorphic disorder is where people believe they are too small which leads them to constantly over train and injure ...
Views: 2305 - The Key to getting lucky! - by When Gary Player arrived in the United States in the late 1950s, he was already becoming known as a “world traveler.?His schedule was at first limited; nevertheless, he quickly made an impression on many of the home-grown pros, and soon developed a reputation among them as a "lucky" golfer. As ...
Views: 2289 - When You Wish Upon A Star! - by I recently overheard a group of four young golf pros talking about what it takes to be a champion. As it happens, the discussion was not limited to golf. They were talking in more general terms. Who are the people destined to make it to the top in golf, in business or in life? What is it, these ...
Views: 1759 - The Dennis Walters Story - by At 24, fresh out of college, Dennis Walters had all the traits of a champion. He had been dreaming big dreams since childhood, and he was ready to take action. That year, he had finished eleventh in the US Amateur Championship and had led his school to its fourth consecutive collegiate ...
Views: 5246 - A lesson from Tiger, Focusing on Your Core business! - by As Tiger Wood’s sank his last putt to win the 2000 US Open by 15 shots, promoting some to suggest that the USGA ought to flight future tournaments, a thought crossed my mind. While David Dvaul takes time off to go snowboarding or Phil Mickson reminisces about how great it is to spend time at ...
Views: 1306 - Top High School Basketball – Improve Your Performance up to 30% - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2007 from Yaron LaviYoung players who dream of making the top high school basketball teams, must realize that it requires more than just practicing on their basketball techniques or athletics – If they want to make it to the next level, they must develop their game intelligence. Is that possible? – The answer is ...
Views: 1086 - Basketball Techniques that Amaze Even Professional Players - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Yaron LaviProfessional basketball isn't only about who runs faster or jumps higher, it is about making the right decisions on court based on the player’s game intelligence skills. An innovative technology claims to skyrocket the player’s basketball techniques and game intelligence by developing his or her ...
Views: 1039 - Basketball Moves that Win Games! - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2007 from Yaron LaviWhat makes a professional basketball player different from you? Ever wondered how they make fewer mistakes under pressure and in money-time? The answer is experience and game intelligence. Do you need to practice for years in order to get that “experience” and “game intelligence”? Not ...
Views: 1111 - Basketball Workouts…for the Brain! - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2007 from Yaron LaviThe best basketball players are known to be those who make smart decisions on court - their ability to anticipate moves, spot opportunities for the team and make smart money-time decisions, makes them legendary. Up until now, game-intelligence was considered a matter of born-talent a player ...
Views: 1134 - The # 1 Problem of Golfers - Keeping the Lead Hand Straight - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2007 from Karen HiltsThe number one problem golfer's have is bending the wrist at impact with the ball. Golfers suffer lead hand wrist collapse from trying to help the ball into the air. This weak hand action at impact contributes to slices or hooks. If your wrist is straight when you connect with the ball the ...
Views: 1422 - Hypnosis and Sports Performance - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2007 from Georgina PowellAre you at the top of your game? Would you like to be? Did you know most athletes perform under their ability at any given time? Athletes defeat themselves based on their thoughts, beliefs and mental programming, at the level beneath conscious thinking. Improve your game where it begins… in your ...
Views: 813 - To Enter the Zone and Reach Peak Performance – Try Less - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2007 from Patrick CohnNASCAR champions use a popular motto: "To speed up, slow down. " This may sound contradictory, but in mental game coaching, I use a similar motto: "To perform better, try less. " Just like in auto racing, it's common for other athletes to think that 110% effort is the optimal path to peak ...
Views: 1959 - Rugby fitness training - a scientific apprach - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2007 from Ben WIlsonA periodized approach to rugby fitness training. Rugby union traditionally was a sport that was played by amateurs who trained like amateurs. Since the advent of professionalism which has trickled down throughout the league structures it is now common place to see the majority of rugby players ...
Views: 1929 - Sports Creativity in Your Own Backyard - by The sporting goods industry is a multi-billion dollar business, and the cost of equipment can be ridiculously expensive. Every family cannot afford the latest and greatest products (and gimmicks). But the old saying that “the best things in life are free” can also hold true in sports. Before you ...
Views: 921 - Youth Baseball Practices Don't Have To Be Long To Be Good - by Back in the late 70's an old college professor of mine was fond of saying, "Don't confuse activity with accomplishment." Jump forward about eight years and imagine me observing a coach running practice for his little League team. At the start of practice most of the 10, 11, and 12 year olds are ...
Views: 828 - Youth Baseball Practices Don’t Have To Be Long To Be Good - by Back in the late 70's an old college professor of mine was fond ofsaying, "Don't confuse activity with accomplishment." Jump forward about eightyears and imagine me observing a coach running practice for his little League team. At thestart of practice most of the 10, 11, and 12 year olds are ...
Views: 796 - Use Your Mental Game to Overcome Self-Intimidation - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2007 from Patrick CohnIntimidation is a massive mental barrier for many athletes. It often happens when you compare yourself to your opponent's skills before competition. Many athletes worry about the skill level of their opponents and then feel inferior, for example. What do you think about when you see the word ...
Views: 5726(1 vote) - Sports Psychology: Letting Go of Errors - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2007 from Patrick CohnMistakes or errors occur every day in sports and life, but many athletes stifle their own performance because they simply can't let go of past mistakes. Missing shots, double faulting, and losing an important game happen often in the sports world and become a thorn in many athlete's mind. In ...
Views: 1452 - Two Confidence Killers that Sabotage Peak Performance - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2007 from Patrick CohnThere are two bad habits that many athletes today engage in - and they do it without even thinking about it. The habits I'm talking about are *not* drinking or smoking. The two bad habits I am talking about, which kill confidence are: 1. Setting unrealistic expectations 2. Engaging in ...
Views: 1387 - Mental Toughness for Athletes - How to Remove Self-Doubt - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Patrick CohnI recently worked with a high school athlete who was plagued by those nasty inner gremlins. You know the type – that little guy or gal inside your head who would not shut up and kept asking irrelevant questions. This kept my student from developing confidence and playing to his ...
Views: 4816 - Sports Psychology and Fear of Failure in Athletes - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Patrick CohnOne of my mental coaching students, Joe (not his real name) had a unique gift (or so he thought). Since he was overly concerned with what other people thought (coach, teammates, parents, spectators, etc.) about his performance, he often engaged in a process I call mind reading when ...
Views: 5500 - Applying Mental Toughness Daily is Not Easy - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2007 from Patrick CohnSports psychology experts often talk about the importance of learning mental toughness to improve your performance. However, my 15 years of teaching the mental game to students makes me think that understanding mental toughness skills is not the whole enchilada. To be successful with mental ...
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