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Cardiovascular Health

Cardiovascular health is vital for general health and well being. Many people don't realise the importance and don't do any cardio exercises. This can be detrimental to your health. Even people that are in a healthy weight range can have a bad cardiovascular system.

There are many exercises that can be done to improve fitness. First and foremost is running. You can run around the block, run to your friends place or on a treadmill at home if you have one. It doesn't matter where you run as long as your heart beat is elevated and you are working hard.

Simply running may not be appealing to you. Some people find it boring. There are many sports that can be played that will provide great fitness benefits. You could play soccer, squash, football or tennis. Get yourself a boxing bag and hit that for a while. Hitting a bag is a great high intensity workout. It builds stamina and also improves coordination. Whichever exercise you chose to do, the result is the same. Improved fitness.

Cardio exercises can also help with weight loss. Like I mentioned earlier more important than weight is the health of the cardiovascular system but it still doesn't hurt to shed a few extra pounds.

High intensity exercises is pivotal for overall health and well being. It's quite easy to do and doesn't require any expensive machines or equipment. If you are bored easily grab a trainining partner, a friend or a member of your family, and exercise together.

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Aqua fitness is used quite often by people looking to get in shape in this day and age dominated by the fitness craze. There are many reasons why aqua fitness is so popular, and there are many redeeming qualities for the body when it comes to aqua fitness, but the best feature about aqua fitness is the fact that for most people, it is fun. There is little in the universe that is more fun than swimming, and quite frankly, swimming is one of the best forms of exercise for the muscles in the human body, but there's much more to an aqua fitness workout than JUST SWIMMING.

Of course swimming laps isn't all that there is to aqua fitness routines, though swimming laps in a concentrated effort with varied strokes is certainly a part of any routine. Many muscles can be strengthened, toned, and stretched by swimming a number of laps, depending on your level of fitness, with different strokes. The butterfly, for instance, as an excellent way to workout your upper body torso, including your pecs and your lats. Even the doggie paddle strengthens your neck, back, arms, and legs. The biggest benefit of aqua fitness can come from simple static exercise. Herschel Walker, the famed Heisman Trophy winner, used aqua fitness techniques to build the endurance and strength in his legs by simply running under water. The resistance from the water itself helped build those oak trees that Herschel called legs. There are plenty of resistance and isometric exercises that can be used to build strength and muscles, from simple flexing and movement to more advanced routines involving light weights under water.

There are plenty of enjoyable water sports as well that can be used to help build the body. Sports such as water polo, water soccer, and water volleyball, while competitive and fun, are very good for building muscle. The great thing about aqua fitness is that it tends to use the whole body as you train and exercise. Bodybuilding in typical fashion generally requires exercises involving free weights and machines that focus on a primary and secondary muscle structure. For instance when you do curls with either a dumbbell or a barbell, you are using the resistance of the weight to strengthen the bicep as you curl the weight up, and you are stressing the triceps as you lower the weight back down. Two muscles are exercised, and unhealthy strain is placed on the back which supports the exercise as there is little to no support behind it. The same exact exercise done under water with far less weight is more effective and is safer as well. First of all, the back is reinforced by the water itself. Secondly you can use far less weight, putting less pressure on the back, because of the resistance of the water, which exercises the muscle. In the water, all of the back muscles and abdominal muscles are utilized as well, due to the resistance of the water, so it is a far more effective work out.

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Fitness Without the "Dumb" Weights

There's a lot to be said for weight resistance training - but some of us are just bored with dumbbells and repetitive movement.

Try these alternatives to invigorate your fitness lifestyle:

Upper body:

1. Do the gumby dance with Rubber Bands.

I get bored with repetitive moves here too - so I make it stupid and it gets fun! You can break up repetitive moves like a bicep curl and pretend you're working with more resistance. I pretend to be a Gumby mime artist, doing the same movements with extra resistance. The bands are great for improvising with, so combine your different movements to see how you can break the routine.

2. Use 1pd, 3pd or 5pd weighted balls also known as dancer's balls.

These balls fit in your hands and you can dance with them - but gently - so you don't throw out your arm joints! Try this activity - slow arm circles while sitting and lying, feel where you arm collapses, falters of feels weak. Now take the ball around your weak spot and see how you can integrate your abs into making the movement stronger. Try not to overwork your weak spot as this can cause muscle fatigue. The intention is to find how your abs and back can shift to SUPPORT the arm movement, rather than using your arm to do all the work.

3. Use the weighted balls while sitting on a fitness ball.

This makes it more interesting and challenging for your muscles and mind to balance. Do the arm rotations slowly and enjoy the massage of your joints. It's not all about muscle - your tendons and joints need to feel some juice moving through them too. You can use the balls to do arm stretches and reaches and create your own dance and stretch.

Lower Body and cardio combinations:

The legs act as a pump for the blood to return back to the heart. So find activities that are not repetitive to activate your heart and muscle health.

4. Boot camp training.

You can sign up for a weekly training that gets you playing games and doing physical activities you would not do unless someone you "forces" you to do them. These activities get you playing as if you're in the play ground - walking, running, jumping and balancing through obstacle courses, running up and down hills. Having some one yelling at you to do different activities activates the muscles and brain to fire in new ways, which stimulates the metabolism like crazy. Make sure you are not forced to do activities beyond your limit.

5. Game Days with the Kids. (Or just adults if you wish!)

If you have kids, you can play great activities that involve them too. Does anyone remember the old jumping sack race, three legged race and egg and spoon race? These are great activities for co-coordinating brain and muscle strength that challenge and increase your metabolism. Ball games and frisbee are always a great way to challenge your brain and muscle coordination as well.

6. Hiking.

Getting out in the out doors makes "working out" a pleasure and gives you the oxygen you're starved of in a gym and in air conditioning. Hiking also challenges the muscles and metabolism to fire in different ways that will only increase the need for more muscle cells and increase metabolism.

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7. Clean out the garden.

OK - I always resented doing the weeding in the garden. But these days a good session of pruning, weeding and breaking up garden waste involves every muscle group you could imagine. If you don't have a garden - you probably have a friend who does and they will love you for thinking about them!

8. Martial Arts.

There is nothing as deflating as trying to do a series of 10 kicks and realizing you have another 100 or so to go. Be warned that some martial arts training has no sympathy for the faint hearted. The kicking practice and warm ups of Kung Fu is the best way to activate the power and integration of your leg muscles. The warm up kicks will give you more control over your leg muscles that using a machine in the gym or even your good old leg lunges. Leg lunges are great but only work on balancing joints and muscles in stationary position. Once you start using kicks, you activate your core muscles, your guts and your attitude.

9. Qi Gong

For beginners find a tai chi class that gets you to do real slow form (Wu style) that activates your legs. For the more gung-ho, try fast form. Qi gong classes are also great low intensity ways to activate your legs and core as well as balance your blood pressure and breathing at the same time. You will be surprised how this slow form can tone your whole body.

10. Start Bouncing!

A good bouncing trampoline or "rebounder" with the right spring balance will tone all your muscles, inside and out. Dave Hall has created a mini-trampoline called "cellercise" which has springs with the right rebound so you avoid jarring the body and spine. Bouncing and balancing on a rebounder wakes up the core muscles, stirs up the body fat and invigorates lymph, blood vessels, organs, bones, skin and hormonal system.

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Ness Notes (Jan 19)

Duke (81-68), Florida (113-62) and Pittsburgh (76-68) all won last night and will head into the weekend as the nation's only three remaining undefeated teams. Illinois won its first 29 games last year before losing its regular season finale at Ohio State, 65-64. The Illini then won the Big-10 tourney and made it all the way to the national championship game, where they lost to the Tar Heels, 75-70.

Two years ago, Stanford won its first 29 games but like Illinois, lost its regular season finale at Washington. That same year, St Joe's won all 27 of its regular season games, but lost its opening game in the Atlantic-10 tourney. The last team to finish a season unbeaten was Bob Knight's 1975-76 Indiana Hoosiers at 32-0.

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There are 31 games on the college hoops board tonight. ESPN features a doubleheader with North Carolina visiting Virginia at 7:00 ET and Cincinnati at Xavier at 9:00 ET. ESPN2 has a MWC game at 9:00 ET, Utah at Air Force. The Tar Heels, despite losing four players in last year's NBA lottery, are 10-3.

Three freshman guards plus 6-9 freshman Tyler Hansbrough (leading scorer and rebounder) have joined returning players Terry and Noel to give Roy Williams a much better team than most anticipated. Virginia let Pete Gillen go after seven disappointing year but new head coach Dave Leitao hasn't had much luck so far, as the Cavs are just 8-6. North Carolina is favored by three points with a total of 143.

Cincinnati is without head coach Bob Huggins for the first time in 17 years and just lost a key player for the year, forward Armein Kirkland, to a torn ACL. Cross-town rival Xavier is 'loaded' and has opened 11-2, losing to only Illinois (by three points at the United Center) and at Creighton, 71-69 (Blue Jays are 9-0 at home). Xavier is a five-point choice and the total is 139 1/2.

In Colorado Springs, Air Force hosts Utah. Despite its third coach in three years (former Nugget coach Jeff Bzdelik) and the loss of last year's co-player of the year in the MWC (Nick Welch to injury), the Falcons are 15-2. The Utes are no longer the league's dominant team, as they enter just 8-7 and that's reflected in the fact that they are 10 1/2-point underdogs (total is 114 1/2).

The NBA has just two games tonight but both are carried on TNT. The Pistons are in New York to face the Knicks (Detroit is favored by nine points with a total of 190 1/2) and the Lakers are in Sacramento to take on the Kings (LA is a 2 1/2-point choice with a total of 206).

The Pistons are doing just fine these days without Larry Brown, as their 31-5 mark is a league-best and marks the best start in franchise history. Brown, now coaching the Knicks, enters this game with a 13-24 record. The Lakers and Kings are no longer the elite teams of the Pacific Division. LA has won six of seven but sports just a 21-17 record. As for the Kings, they enter this game at just 16-21. This game begins an 11-game stretch in which the Lakers will play NINE of those games on the road.

NFL Playoffs...A look in the rearview mirror.

I'm NOT a "conspiracy advocate" but the way I see it, the NFL has two choices! It can either acknowledge that its on-field officiating crews and the replay officials upstairs (supposedly hand-picked for the postseason as the league's finest) are trying to "influence" the outcome of the games, or they are simply INCOMPETENT!

Years ago, when I was doing a national radio talk-show, I made the following comment, tongue-in-cheek. My quote was "NFL officials are there to insure that the players DON'T decide the outcome of the games." After this past weekend's games, I think it's time to remove my tongue from my cheek!

While the NFL has admitted that its officials 'blew' the call on the Polamalu interception of Manning in the Pittsburgh/Indianapolis game, that's the LEAST of the league's problems, when it comes to the "integrity" of the game. I'll give just a few examples because more would be just PILING ON!

The pass interference call on Asante Samuel of the Patriots, late in the second quarter of a game in which New England led 3-0, was nothing short of 'criminal!' The flag came in LATE and was made by the official who was blocked from seeing what kind of contact there was, was not or who was making the contact, by the two players themselves. His ABSURD call (on the replay it looked more like OFFENSIVE pass interference than defensive!), changed the 'tone' of the game.

In the Pittsburgh/Indy game the following day, with Pittsburgh already up 14-0 in the 2nd quarter, a Steeler WR had beaten the Indy 2ndy on a deep route. Roethlisberger underthrew the ball and with the Pittsburgh receiver slowing down to catch it, the Indy player bumped him. That's an OBVIOUS pass interference call. However, the on-field official 'swallowed' his whistle. The TV commentators wondered aloud how the play they just saw was NOT pass interference, when the play in the NE/Den game the night before, WAS?

Are they really that naive or are they just being good "company" men? I'm afraid the answer is fairly simple. A pass interference call on Indy in that situation would have put Pittsburgh in a great spot to go up 17-0 or 21-0. So, the call was NOT made! Later, the "over-rule" of the Manning interception by Polamalu followed the same "theme."

In the Carolina/Chicago game, the Panthers scored on their second offensive play of the game and led 7-0. When Julius Peppers returned a Justin Gage fumble 37 yards for a TD later in the first quarter, the Bears were 'saved' by a replay official who ruled Gage's knee was down (and he was touched), before the fumble. Is that what you saw CONCLUSIVELY on the replay? What's a better game situation? Carolina up 14-0 or just 7-0? I think we all saw the answer.

Later in the game (4th quarter), Chicago's Thomas Jones was ruled to have scored a TD on a seven-yard run. Replays CLEARLY showed that not only did he lose the ball before it crossed the goal line but that the ball also went into the end zone for a touchback. However, just as clearly, there was a face-mask penalty on the Panthers. That 'saved' the replay officials from having to rule it would be Carolina's ball at their own 20. We'll never know what kind of 'story' they may have come up with if not for the face-mask penalty?

Anyway, it's back to work this weekend and I'll get off my soapbox with NFL coverage Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Ness Notes is available Monday by 1:00 ET and on Saturday and Sunday at 7:00 ET.

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How to Help Your Child Cope With the Coming of a New Baby

The coming of a new baby in the family is great news to everyone especially for parents. Everyone gets excited and prepares for the latest addition in the family. The grandparents start to buy baby clothes, aunts and uncles give surprisingly cute presents for the little one, daddy gets the playroom ready, and mommy takes extra care of herself. All the acts are directed to the coming baby and the first-born child often feels neglected. This is the usual scenario when a new baby is due to arrive. All the attention goes to the other unborn member and the eldest child feels forgotten. The child begins to have self-pity and thinks that she is unwanted. The child senses that somebody will soon replace her and she will no longer be the favorite in the family.

In order to get back the attention lost, the child creates unusual behavior that will catch the attention of the adults around her. She begins to whine about almost all little things, misbehave in school and be mean to younger children.

Parents should deal with the feelings of the child about the new baby coming. Otherwise, the child will end up hating her baby brother or sister and this will be more difficult to handle. Here are some tips that will help your child cope up with the situation.

-Talk and explain.

Parents have to present the situation to the child in a way that she understands. Let the child voice out her sentiments about the baby and address this the soonest possible time. Explain to the child that your love for her does not change even with the coming of your new baby. Let her know that her baby brother or sister can be her friend and needs her care too.

-Continue your routine and play time with her.

As much as possible, keep playing with your child. Spend quality time together. When the child sees that the amount of time you spend with her does not change, she will feel secure.

-Tell stories about your experience with being pregnant with her.

Children love to hear stories. Tell her how excited you were waiting for her to come out and how everyone was happy to see her. When your unborn child moves inside you, let her feel it and explain to her that she was also like that when she was still inside your womb.

-Involve her.

Let her take part in choosing the color of the playroom, decorating the crib, buying clothes and even during the prenatal check- ups. This will help the child feel important. Later on, when the baby is out, you can also involve her in taking care of the baby. This will give her a sense of responsibility.

As parents, understand your child. This is not an easy stage for her. With your help and advice, she will soon surpass this phase in her life.

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So You Want to Coach Youth Sport?: Seven Critical Questions

If you're reading this you have developed some interest in undertaking a coaching role in youth sport. Without wishing to discourage potential coaches, it is vitally important that you understand the magnitude of the commitment you are making when you agree to coach a youth team or athlete. Coaching is one of the most gratifying and rewarding endeavors you will ever undertake, but at the same time, life as a coach can be demanding. Indeed, coaching can involve considerable amounts of time and effort, and can also require a variety of other personal sacrifices. When considering coaching sport at the youth level, seven critical questions should be in the forefront of your mind:

Am I truly passionate about the sport I intend on coaching?

Common sense tells us that people who are passionate about what they do typically do a better a job. Coaching is no different. The best coaches are those who genuinely get excited by the sport they coach, find the mentoring aspects of the role enjoyable and feel a sense of pride in passing on their wisdom to the next generation of players. If you're not passionate about the sport you intend on coaching, chances are your players won't be passionate about your coaching.

Do I really have enough time and energy to be a committed coach?

As stated, coaching is a commitment. The prospective coach must understand that it will consume some of what might otherwise be their leisure time. Furthermore, as a coach, you must also be willing to put in a consistent effort, even when you don't really feel like it, and even if it sometimes clashes with your home or social life. Despite your best intentions, if you don't have the time or can't muster the energy, you will likely do more harm than good.

Do I posses the skills, knowledge and experience to effectively coach this sport?

Every sport involves a different variety of skill-sets, rules, equipment, training methods and more. Some sports are relatively unique, but even those that share strong similarities inevitably feature many points of difference. Being an effective coach requires a keen understanding of these elements, ideally one that has been gained through personal experience. This is not to say that you must have played, or indeed excelled, in the sport in question, but rather that it is crucial you are operating from a solid understanding of the sport and its fundamentals. If you do not feel you have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to effectively coach a sport, you should certainly rethink your involvement.

Do I posses the skills, knowledge and experience to coach at this level?

Youth are involved in a variety of levels of sporting competition, from social and informal matches to high-pressure elite competition. Not only must a coach posses the skills, knowledge and experience required to effectively coach a sport, but also, a realistic appreciation of what level(s) of sporting competition they are qualified to coach at. Incompetent coaches are quickly exposed and vilified in high-level sport, the potential outcomes of such a scenario are usually damaging and discouraging for everyone. It is vitally important therefore, that coaches do not take-on assignments that are beyond their capabilities. If you do not feel you have the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to coach at a given grade of competitive sport, you should aim instead for a coaching role better suited to your level of competence and/or take proactive steps towards upgrading your coaching capabilities.

Am I getting into coaching for the right reasons?

There are just as many motivations for taking up coaching as there are coaches. Still, while every coach is different, everyone gets involved for a reason. Typically, these reasons are admirable and morally justifiable, but not always. Some common motivations for getting involved in the coaching of youth sport include: the desire to give something back to a particular sport or the sporting community in general, a genuine interest in working with children and helping them achieve their goals and ambitions, a vested interest in preserving, promoting or enhancing the status of a sport, a belief that children should be active and participate in sports and, very often, a family legacy of involvement. Some examples of unacceptable motivations include: desires of personal glory, fame or wealth, revenge, popularity, living vicariously through others and the desire to have power or control over others. When considering coaching, you must question yourself as to the true nature of your motives. If you find these to be wanting, the sport is probably better off without your involvement.

Do I relate well to young people?

Every human being is different. Some of us relate better to our elders, some of us to those that are younger than ourselves. One thing is for certain, if you intend on getting involved in the coaching of youth sport, you'd better be able to deal with their whims and ways. There is no denying that this can be quite difficult for some people, indeed there are individuals whom find it almost impossible to understand what goes in the adolescent mind, let alone how to communicate and interact meaningfully with youth. If you do not enjoy being around young people, or you can't/won't communicate with them on their level, it is highly unlikely that you'll be happy or effective in a youth coaching role.

Is there anyone that will support and/or advise me in my coaching?

Even the best coaches need help. Support networks are vital for all coaches, and particularly so when given the fact that many youth coaches are relatively inexperienced and lacking in formal training. The good news is that there are a variety of organizations, both public and private, that are able to give you advice, assist you with your own training and development as a coach, provide access to resources, and more. This assistance must often be sought-out however, and if you are unwilling to accept help, or lack the capacity to seek out and consult these bodies, your coaching journey may well be fraught with difficulties and disappointments that will inevitably reduce your effectiveness and limit your enjoyment.

If you can honestly answer "YES" to all of the above questions, you're well on your way to becoming an effective, caring and committed youth coach. Get out there, and get involved!

If you answer "YES" to most of the questions and "NO" to some, you should think again about getting involved in youth coaching. Perhaps you could wait until you find yourself in a position to answer all of the questions in the affirmative.

If your responses are mostly "NO", it is unrealistic for you to take on a coaching role at this time. But don't be discouraged, there are a variety of other ways you could contribute to youth sport.

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The Top 5 Best Power Forwards in NBA History

Everyone always has a heated discussion when it comes to this subject, but here are the top 5 best power forwards of all time:

5) Dirk Norwitzki - He may not be your traditional power forward, but he has certainly revolutionized what the position is all about. A great mixture of Larry Bird like shooting with the wingspan of Moses Malone. If he ever gets to win a championship, he'll be known as one of the best players of all time.

4) Karl Malone - The only reason why he isn't ranked higher is because he was never able to close the deal and win an NBA title. But he was a handful to deal with in the paint. He and John Stockton simply perfected the pick and roll. Nobody was able to stop such a simple play.

3) Charles Barkley - Standing 6 ft 5 in, you wouldn't think somebody like that could handle the power forward spot. Not only could he handle it, he dominated men that towered over him. It goes to show that you didn't have to be 7 feet tall to be an incredible rebounder. He was like the Tazmanian Devil in the paint.

2) Kevin McHale - He had some of the most awesome post moves the NBA has ever seen. Those incredibly long arms meant trouble for the opposition, as he could block a shot from the bench. Charles Barkley said he is the best power forward he has ever played against. Now, that's saying something.

1) Tim Duncan - If you want to teach somebody the fundamentals of playing basketball, all you have to do is show them film of Tim Duncan. There have been flashier, but none better.

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Getting Fit With Circuit Training

Circuit training is a combination of cardiovascular exercise and strength training. A typical circuit training session starts with a warm-up, followed by a number of strength building exercises, followed by a cool down. Each exercise in circuit training is performed at a station. When circuit training you should walk very fast or run from station to station.

With circuit training you can decide how long your workout will last and how many different exercises you intend to include. Because circuit training workouts include so many different exercises they tend to be fun, time seems to fly by, and you will see results quickly.

Your workout stations do not have to be anything fancy. You can easily use a common floor mat or towel as a station for sit-ups, push-ups or crunches. Another station could be a home gym or weight bench. You may also use a pull-up bar secured in a doorway for doing pull-ups. You can even use the stairs in your house for doing step ups, leg squats, and toe raises.

Stations should be arranged 10 to 20 feet apart if possible. You want to leave enough room between stations so that you can run or walk very quickly when it is time to change stations. If you must put your stations closer together then you should perform a cardiovascular exercise for 10 seconds between station changes. It is also a good idea to place a note on each station to remind you what exercise you intend to do. This will help you remember which exercise is next if you have a station where you can perform multiple exercises. You should have stations set up to perform arm strengthening exercises, leg strengthening exercises, and abdomen, butt, and lower back exercises.

Your warm-up period may be done inside or outside. You should run, walk, cycle, swim or any other cardiovascular exercise that you prefer for 5 to 20 minutes. The amount of time that you spend warming up should be determined by your current fitness level and also the amount of time you have for your entire workout.

Once your warm-up period is done you should immediately begin the strength training exercises that you have included in your circuit. It is okay to stop for water but you should not stop to talk friends or answer e-mails. To get the true benefits of circuit training you want to keep moving between stations to keep your cardiovascular system pumping.

You should use a timer at each station to time your workout. You should start with the timer set for 20 seconds and have a goal of building up to 45 seconds at each station. Once the timer has beeped, you should stop the current exercise and quickly walk or run to the next station, reset the timer and begin the next exercise. This process should be repeated at each station until you have finished your circuit.

At this point you should begin your cool down session which should last 10 to 15 minutes. The cool down session should be followed by a short but thorough stretching session to help reduce the risk of injury.

Circuit training two or three times a week is a fast, fun and effective way to lose weight and increase your physical fitness level.

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Why Are Children Obese? - Here is the Answer

So why are children obese? The reason why children become obese are many. It's important to know why children are obese so that you can prevent an overweight child from becoming obese. In this article i will give the most common reasons for childhood obesity.

It's absolutely vital to understand the reasons for obesity in children. Here are the 5 most common causes and what you need to do to:

Not enough exercise. Getting a healthy amount of exercise is very important, and sitting inside playing video games all day is one of the main causes for why children become obese. The best way for getting a child to get the physical activity he or she need is to have him/her take part in a team sport like soccer or ice hockey. Martial arts is another idea that is growing in popularity.

Bad eating habits. Many families have unhealthy meals multiple times a week. To much fast food and soda is perhaps the biggest reason for childhood obesity. It's important to have rules about what to eat in the house, and how much sweets are allowed. The entire family should also try being more healthy, as this will further encourage the overweight child.

Genetics and medical conditions. Genetics play a small role in why children become obese, and there are some medical conditions that increases the chances of becoming overweight. This however is no excuse for not preventing obesity in children.

In this article I gave a small overview of the reasons why children become obese.

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All About Box Lacrosse

Box Lacrosse, also referred to as boxla or boxcrosse is an indoor version of outdoor field lacrosse. The difference between a field lacrosse game and a box lacrosse game is like night-and-day.

Box Lacrosse is predominantly played in Canada during the summer months. Box Lacrosse started in the 1930's as a means to bring revenue to hockey rinks in the off season. Additionally it kept players fit during the summer months.

In Canada box lacrosse is more popular than field lacrosse from which it was derived. The rules of box lacrosse and field lacrosse are very different and of course the surface of play is very different. Box lacrosse is played indoors, in hockey arenas (without the ice) or on indoor soccer fields.

The goal in box lacrosse is smaller than the goal in field lacrosse and the attacking team must take a shot on goal within 30 seconds of gaining possession of the ball. Play in box lacrosse is significantly rougher than in a field lacrosse game. The rules of box lax encourage passing and running which improves a players overall lacrosse skills and athletic ability.

Box lacrosse should not be confused with indoor lacrosse which is a newer version of the indoor game. Indoor lacrosse was intended to be less violent than the other indoor version of the game, box lacrosse, on which it is based. Indoor lacrosse is also played in regions where box lacrosse is not played. Indoor lacrosse was designed to combine the most exciting elements of box and field lacrosse. Box lacrosse is a summer game, while indoor lacrosse is played in the winter.

Professional indoor lacrosse combines the physical play of hockey with the high scoring, fast pace and play-making style of basketball. Indoor lacrosse is played with six men per side, a rougher and faster derivative of the outdoor game. There are more scoring opportunities, and far more big hits, making indoor lacrosse an intense experience for players as well as fans.

The two indoor games have become increasingly similar in recent years with the primary difference being the equipment used in game play. Indoor lacrosse allows only sticks with hollow shafts, while box lacrosse allows solid wooden sticks. Also indoor lacrosse games consist of four quarters of fifteen minutes each, while box lacrosse games consist of three periods of twenty minutes in length.

The age of indoor lacrosse is evident when discussions relating to the first World Indoor Lacrosse Championships arise. The first Championships were held in 2003.

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My Child is Overweight - How to Deal With This Problem

If your child is overweight and approaching obesity then it's very important to understand what is causing this and what you need to do about it. There are many dangers with obesity and childhood obesity is an increasing problem, especially in America. In this article I will go over why children become overweight and what can and should be done about this problem.

More and more children and adults become ill as a cause of obesity. Just some of the diseases that one can get as a result of obesity are diabetes, asthma and heart disease. There is also an increased chance of falling into depression as a result of being overweight and/or being bullied for their weight at school.

This may seem obvious but to loose weight it's important to cut down on calories and get more exercise. I'm sure you've seen ads which promise great results by eating more or working out just 5 minutes a day with some silly work out program. Please ignore these, especially when it comes to saving your child.

My friend, this is what you need to do. You need to watch what your child eats and implement rules for how much junk food is allowed in a week. An idea for a rule would be "soda and candy only on Saturdays". You can then give rewards if your child follows the plan to further motivate him or her. If your child isn't very active, encourage physical activities like soccer or martial arts. There's always a physical hobby that your child would enjoy.

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Taking a Look at the Sports Teams of Wenatchee, Washington

The city of Weatchee is a fun place to live in and visit. There are a number of things to do in the city, including everything from going hiking to visiting the museum, and more. The city has always been associated with recreation and is located very near to a number of great outdoors areas. Wenatchee also has a vibrant sports scene. Here is a look at some of the local sports franchises in Wenatchee, Washington.

Wenatchee Applesox

The Wenatchee Applesox were founded in 2005, during the inaugural year of the the West Coast League, an independent summer baseball league. The team features top college players and prospects and has even had several former players play their way onto the rosters of Major League Baseball teams. Their season typically lasts through the summer. The Applesox won the league championship in 2005, 2006, and 2009.

Wenatchee Valley Rams

The Wenatchee Valley Rams were founded in 2005 and are members of the Washington Football League. The team plays its home games at Wildcat Stadium in East Wenatchee. The games are usually scheduled March through May, with the postseason to follow. In 2009, the Wenatchee Valley Rams won their league championship.

Wenatchee Fire FC

The Wenatchee Fire play indoor soccer as members of the Professional Arena Soccer League. The team has experienced a great deal of success during their time of operation. The games are played at the Wenatchee SportsPlex facility, located in Wenatchee.

Wenatchee Wild

The Wenatchee Wild are members of the North American Hockey League and play their home games in the Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee. The team's first year in the city was 2008 and though they were an expansion franchise that season, they won their division and came in 2nd in the league after losing in the championship series.

Wenatchee Valley Venom

The Wenatchee Valley Venom are a new team that plays in the Town Toyota Center in Wenachee. The team plays indoor football and is a member of the American Indoor Football Association (AIFA).

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Top 10 Sporting Trophies and Awards

Sports play an important role in quite a few people's live and for those who compete in different sporting disciplines will dedicate time and effort to not just playing but also training to win a trophy. Today there are a wide variety of trophies and awards that teams and individuals would like the honour of winning and below we take a look at what we consider to be the top 10 sporting trophies or awards.

1. The FA Cup - This is one of the most prestigious trophies that teams who play in the English football league would like to be presented with. But it isn't just the teams that reach the final played at Wembley one of the most famous football grounds in the world in May each year who are excited so are their fans.

2. The Stanley Cup - All teams that compete in the USA NHL (National Hockey League) would like to be presented with this trophy. This is one of the largest trophies to be presented for a sporting competition these days and weighs a total of 34.5lbs (15.5kg) and stands at a height of 89.5 cm. The trophy will finally be presented to the team who wins the NHL Playoffs and in 2009 it was the Pittsburgh Pirates who achieved this. Their captain Sidney Crosby is the youngest captain to ever being presented with this trophy at the time he was 21 years old.

3. The Jules Rimet Trophy - It was originally known as the Coupe de Monde but in 1930 the world governing body of football FIFA chose to rename it after the chairman of the organization at the time. This newly named trophy was then presented to Uruguay after winning the final in 1930. However since the first presentation this trophy has been stolen twice the first time in 1966 prior to commencement of the World Football competition in England and then again in 1983. However as the trophy was not found following the second theft a replica was made and then presented to Brazil by FIFA as they had won the title for the third time in 1970.

4. Football World Cup - Following the Brazilian football team being presented with the Jules Rimet Trophy replica, FIFA chose to commission a new trophy. The first team to be presented with this new trophy was Germany who won the competition in 1974. There are five versions of this trophy and each weighs around 13lbs (6kg) as they have been crafted from 18 carat solid gold.

5. The European Cup - This is the most important trophy for football teams that play in the various leagues across Europe. As well as having to compete against teams from their own country they are also having to compete with others from across Europe. Following the first trophy being presented there have been several teams who because they have won the competition five times or three times in a row have been able to keep it. At present both AC Milan and Liverpool Football Club keep a copy of this trophy permanently in a cabinet at their ground.

6. America's Cup - Of all the trophies that we list here in our top 10 sporting trophies and awards list this is the oldest. It was first presented to the winning yacht team back in 1851 and although we have all heard of this trophy this is one sporting competition that many of us don't watch.

7. The Ryder Cup - For any professional golfer whether European or American being asked to play as a member of the team is an honour. The first game took place in 1927 and since then the competition has taken place another 37 times. This is actually one of the smallest trophies to be presented for a sporting competition and measures just 17" (high) by 9" (wide).

8. Wimbledon Men's Singles Trophy - This trophy for the sport of tennis was first presented back in 1887 and of all the trophies associated with this sport it is the one that most people around the world can recognize easily. Since the first time of it being presented players like Bjorn Borg, Pete Sampras and Roger Federer have had the honour of being presented with it more than once.

9. The Ashes - This is a trophy that involves just two teams namely the England and Australian cricket teams but is still a very important trophy to include in this list. Of all the trophies or awards that we look at in this list this one is the smallest. The team that wins the competition is presented with a small wooden urn which must be returned so it can be kept safe in the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) museum. To compensate for having to return the real trophy the winning team is also presented with a larger crystal version of it.

10. The Challenge Cup -This is the trophy that are involved in England's Rugby league are looking to have the honour of winning. Of all the top 10 sporting trophies or awards we list the team that wins this competition is allowed to retain the trophy until the final the following year. Currently the trophy resides in a cabinet at the ground of the Warrington Wolves who in 2009 at Wembley beat Huddersfield Giants.

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Training Like an Athlete

Whether you are an athlete or just want to look like one.  The first thing you want to do is train like one. If you don't really want to be a bodybuilding, but want to have lean muscle mass, then you need to train like an athlete. Ever notice the way athletes look on TV? You have your track and field stars, football players, gymnasts and most MMA fighters. They look like someone chiseled them from a block of wood and turned them into a real life person. Their body fat is low. Some in the single digits, which is very hard to get to. They're training is very different than the way your most average gym rats train. Which is well lets say it nicely, boring. They train for specific reasons and goals. They train for power, speed, and functional strength. They have goals. Set yourself a goal, write it down and track it. Most people at the gym may work out each muscle group but most athletes train their bodies using total body movements while lifting weights, which involve lifting while standing, free weights, explosive lifts and overhead weight lifting. Do you really see the average rat do that on a consistent basis? One more huge advantage for training like this is that you kick the natural testosterone levels in your system in gear and start building muscle. I recently discovered this in my research and started to train in a whole different style and with a different mindset.

Here's an example of what I am talking about. Instead of doing the same boring bench press, try doing alternating medicine ball - pushups. This will not only work your chest but shoulders and arms. Instead of just doing squats in the rack, try doing split squat lunge, push press. This will work your entire body and will you will gain power, strength and over all improve fitness. You will need to run, not walk but run and run hard and fast. Remember the whole concept to training like an athlete is you have to use your whole body using explosive movements in every exercise you do. Move from one exercise to another without rest and complete what I call rounds (your sets). Rests should be no more than 30 seconds. Keep your heart rate up and stay moving. I can't stress enough that explosiveness is key if you want to train to be or to look like an athlete. When you go to your next workout, try these new alternatives in your routine to see if it makes a difference. Train hard or go home. Good luck.

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Children's Fitness Can Be Fun - Promoting a Healthy Life Style

When an adult thinks about exercise, the first thing that comes to his/her mind is exhausting workouts in the gym on a treadmill or lifting weights. But for kids, exercise can have entirely different meanings, because playing games and being active is also exercise, helping the kids get fit. Kids exercise when attending gym classes, dancing classes or soccer practice at school. They also exercise when they're at playing games, riding bikes, or having fun at the swimming pool.

Today, most people follow such hectic lifestyle routines that no one has enough time to engage in regular healthy activities like gym sessions or sports. It's also true that many parents don't have enough time to properly encourage their children to take part in regular and organized sports and physical activities. Exercise and fun sessions also help to boost confidence and learning power of a child.

Many Benefits of Exercise

Everyone can benefit from regular exercise and fitness routines, and Kids who are active will often benefit from the following;

Weight Control: It is often reported that many children spend their leisure time watching TV or playing computer games and do not involve themselves in children's fitness, healthy fun and sports activities, resulting in many children suffering from some level of obesity. Increasing physical activity along with a well balanced & healthy diet has been known as an effective weight-loss strategy, and helps with self-esteem and socialization. Overweight children are exposed to many health hazards like hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes, growth hormone dysregulation, and respiratory and orthopedic problems. Fun session and kids fitness activities help a child to improve their health and encourage a healthier lifestyle in general.

Cardiovascular protection: Although cardiovascular disease often doesn't appear until adulthood, risk factors can be present much earlier in life. Regular exercise significantly reduces blood cholesterol level and thus, prevents from cardiovascular diseases.

Mental health benefits: Fun sessions and kids fitness activities can also positively affect the mental health of a child. They can help reduce anxiety and depression, increase self-esteem, improve a child's self-image, and help them cope with everyday situations better.

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Treadmill Or Any Other Cardio Machine - Get Off Those Over Hyped Cardio Machines

Get off those over hyped cardio machines because when you jog along on a steady pace you do not make your body work properly to burn fat and calories. It is like driving a Ferrari in town all the time, the engine wants to go on the open road fast. That is what it has been built for. Driving it on 50km/hour all the time will ruin it.

Here is why you should start do bursts of exertion exercises rather than steady pace ones:

It is not healthy. You train your heart at one heart rate which is very low, that can cause blockage in the arteries when your heart rate accelerates and your blood pressure goes up. Think about all the times you get really excited about something or scared or stressed which we all do on a daily basis, these are the times you want to prepare your heart to be ready to deal with these situations.

You will not lose weight. What you want is to produce hormones like testosterone and growth hormone that will create action in your body that will burn to ashes calories and fat even when you sleep. Only fast motions activities will create those hormones in your body.

Steady state endurance exercise does burn fat but only for a couple of hours after workout. So what about all the pizza and other junk food you eat after workout. Burst of exertion exercises will carry on working for you and burn fat and calories for up to 48 hours after your workout, that is why you burn fat even when you sleep.

Fast bursts are fun. Seriously - put your hand on your heart, look me in the eyes and tell me that you really enjoy those brainless boring jogs on a treadmill in the gym or cycling or any other steady state endurance cardio you do in the gym. I have never heard anybody who actually enjoys them. Now lets look at sprints you can do in the park, playing soccer, basketball, racquetball, tennis, combining a few fast motion body weight exercises that you can actually do at home, and there many more options of those bursts of exertion type exercises which are much more healthy cardio for you than your current gym work.

Truth About Abs offers all that and way way more.

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Kettlebell FAQ's

What is a kettlebell?

A kettlebell is a cast iron weight that is shaped like a bowling ball with a thick suitcase-style handle. Kettlebells range in weight from 4kg (9 lbs) to 40kg (88 lbs).

How did kettlebells come into existence?

Kettlebells first appeared in Russia over 100 years ago. Originally kettlebells were used in fairs and markets to balance scales when weighing heavy objects. The Russian military began using them within their training regime because they demand an overhaul of all of the body's energy systems simultaneously.

Who uses kettlebells?

Kettlebells are used by a variety of people including stay-at-home moms, business professionals, athletes, martial artists, law enforcement, firemen, military, and other people who are looking for a more efficient and functional workout.

Why train with kettlebells?

Kettlebells are the ultimate all-in-one fitness and strength/conditioning tool. Kettlebells promote strength, cardio, flexibility, and mobility all at the same time with a special emphasis on CORE STRENGTH. This type of training is perfect for those looking for 'the most out of the least' thus maximizing workouts. Anyone can gain noticeable benefits in 30-minute workouts a couple of times per week.

Are the kettlebell techniques difficult to learn?

At first, kettlebells look deceptively challenging. However, once you experience them, you will find that most people will be able to learn basic technique within 3-4 hours of hands-on instruction.

Why are you encouraged to 'lock' your joints when kettlebell training?
Kettlebell training contradicts most traditional weight training. By 'locking' your joints you are strengthening tendons and ligaments. You also train your body in compromising positions, under careful surveillance, so you are hopefully able to withstand minor injuries or avoid injuries altogether in the future.

Do kettlebells hurt your back during certain exercises?
Kettlebells don't hurt your back if you are using correct form. At first, they look to be dangerous, which is correct, as are most forms of weight training if you don't receive proper instruction.

Am I cut out to work with kettlebells?

Most people regardless of current or previous injuries, training background, age or physical condition will find kettlebells a refreshing break from the normal workout routine. Kettlebells are definitely more challenging but also extremely fun at the same time.

What type of results can I expect when using kettlebells?

Kettlebells develop a lean, strong, and graceful look. Many are amazed at how quickly they 'feel' the benefits. The energy you will receive from kettlebell training allows you to finish your workout 'full of life'. You will also become less susceptible to injuries because you are training in all three planes of movement rather than a single plane which most traditional training methods address.

Can I get a total body workout using only one kettlebell?

Yes you can! The combinations are ENDLESS. The creativity of your kettlebell routine is ONLY limited to your own mind or your trainer's mind.

Can I build strength without size with kettlebells?

Yes. Kettlebells address strength gain through the central nervous system than traditional weight training. You will feel more 'connected' after a few weeks of kettlebell training. You can build size with kettlebells but it takes a lot more time and effort but it takes diligent dedication to do so.

How do I know which weight to start with?

Most females will begin with either the 9kg (18 lbs) or 12kg (26 lbs.). Most males will begin with either the 16kg (36 lbs) or 24kg (53 lbs). Although you will be gun-shy when starting, most people rapidly move up to the next size kettlebell. Consult with Amber or Brad in order to best customize your needs.

What kind of footwear is worn during kettlebell workouts?

Bare-foot is ideal so you can have a better 'connection' with the ground, but another option is flat-soled shoes. Flat-soled shoes are highly recommended so you can 'grip and feel' the ground with your feet. Examples of some types and brands would be Adidas soccer shoes, Converse Chuck Taylor's, Diesel, Puma, and Steve Madden just to name a few. You should avoid wearing 'running' shoes because the extra cushioning spells disaster for potential injuries when training with kettlebells.

What is 'joint mobility'?

Joint mobility is creating and or re-creating a range of motion that already exists within the joints, muscles and other tissues of the body. Joint mobility is a combination of bodyweight calisthenics, tai chi, and dynamic warm-ups all complementary of each other facilitating new-found harmony throughout the entire body. Freedom of movement usually needs to be re-introduced to most people due to the aging process and/or conditioning of the way we think and move.

What is the difference between 'joint mobility' and flexibility?
Joint mobility provides a life-simulated approach to movement. We live in three-dimensional world; therefore, we should train in a more realistic fashion. Joint mobility and kettlebells combine to provide a synergy unmatched in the health and fitness, strength and conditioning industries.

I'm 65 years old, weak, inflexible, and don't have good balance. Can I use kettlebells and joint mobility?

Yes you can! Once you've been cleared by your physician you are ready to begin an exercise program. Kettlebells and joint mobility are EXACTLY what you need in order to reverse the aging process.

I have previous injuries including torn rotator cuffs, torn ACL, and a bad back. Will kettlebells help or aggravate these injuries?

Under close supervision, kettlebells and joint mobility will help all of these injuries become less, if not eliminate, all of these issues.

How do I get started?

Experience the Revolution by contacting Amber or Brad today!

Where are you located?

We train out of Victory Fitness Personal Training Studio in Woodbury, Minnesota.
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What kind of training options do you offer?

We offer technique-based workshops typically lasting 2-4 hours. Once you understand the basic techniques we train half-hour 'team' sessions (2 people per session) or group boot camp-style classes. Private one hour sessions are available upon request. We also are available for workshops upon request (contact Brad for more information).

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How to Build Your Own Medicine Ball Out of Scraps, Sand, and Duct Tape

By now you probably know that med balls are a great tool to use in your workouts. You can do complex training, make bodyweight calisthenics harder, complete intense cardio workouts, and even build awesome athletes with them. So time to get a med ball, right?

Holy cow they can be expensive. And there's a ton to choose from. Regular sized ones (like a basketball). Big ones (like a beach ball). Little ones (like a softball). Ones that bounce. Ones that don't bounce. Light ones (2-3 pounds). Regular weight ones (~10 pounds). Super heavy ones (40-60+ pounds).

And the price - holy cow. How can a freakin' ball cost in the hundreds of dollars?

Well, let's forget all that and just build our own. It's easy, simple, and should set you back under $20.

You're going to need an old ball (basketball is good, or you could use a soccer ball, volleyball, or whatever, but a basketball will likely have the best grip). You'll also need a knife, a funnel, sand or gravel, epoxy glue, and duct tape.

First, cut an "X" in the ball with the knife. Stick the funnel in the "X", and fill the ball with sand or gravel. Let the sand/gravel settle a bit, or even bounce the ball lightly to help it settle. Finish filling the ball and pullt he funnel out.

The flaps of the "X" should be back where they started, leaving just the "X" itself. Use the epoxy to glue the "X" back shut again. Let dry for as long as needed. Now, take duct tape, and wrap around the "X" all the way around the ball. Wrap along one side of the "X" all the way around, then the other side. When you're done, the ball should look like it has a giant plus sign duct-taped all the way around it.

Depending on the size of the ball, what you packed into it, and how tightly you packed it, your ball should weigh roughly 17-21 pounds, and is ready for any abuse you're ready to dish out to it!

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Workout Shoes - Shoes for Strength Training

I've always worked out in just a plain pair of tennis shoes. Rarely to I see or even think that using special shoes would make any difference at all. However, I began to think of better shoe support when I started doing heavy squats. This prompted me to do a little research in specific type shoes for working out that would give me better ankle support and put my feet in a more level position for squats and leg presses.

After some Googling around, I came across the Otomix brand of shoes. There's virtually nothing on the net about workout shoes. There's even less in bodybuilding forums about the subject. Yet soccer players have special shoes, and so do most other athletes. Tennis shoes are great for running but they didn't seem to be wonderful when it came to squatting and doing other heavy leg exercises.

These shoes ( a few versions are available) sell for around $95 on average depending on the website you find, and the sales being offered. With some clever searching, you can find a great price. I ordered my Otomix Ultimate Trainers online and was pleased to see many e-mail and tracking notifications about my order. According to Otomix, these workout shoes were specifically for:

Ultimate Trainer has been designed specifically for weight training and incorporates the new High Performance Bodybuilding system. The HPB system provides a combination of comfort and support utilizing a special wrap around strap adjusted by our innovative lacing system. This shoe is a must for the serious bodybuilder.

Note: Their shoes run a half size small compared to your true shoe size. They suggest that you order a half size larger.

Quickly I opened the box and found everything intact and in brand new condition. I was ready for my leg workout.

Adjusting the laces properly is a must. It came from the factory like most shoes. It wasn't laced thru each of the holes. I fixed the laces and found the shoes to fit nicely and very snug. I felt ankle support and was able to tighten them like a snowboarding boot but not so tight as to be uncomfortable. I headed off to the squat rack.

Doing squats is something I enjoy. Honestly, I enjoy them a bit more now with full support for my feet. These shoes were great first time. NO break in period was necessary. They were comfortable, gave strong ankle support and allowed me to do full squats without any annoying feet issues. I felt like my feet were flat and firmly place on the floor with good traction. Moving onto the leg press, same thing. NO odd arches, no slippage, and good solid firm foot placement for a good pressing motion.

I only use these shoes on leg days. That is really where I want the support. I do not wear them outside for walking around. They are just like gym gloves. Used in that environment as appropriate. The soles of the shoe are good for traction in a smooth, flat gym environment. These particular shoes are not made to be worn as a street shoe. That would be a big mistake. You'd wear out the tread in days and be out $100 very fast. However, in the gym, where they are meant to be, these shoes were incredibly superior.

My overall reaction and opinion of my Otomix workout shoes are very favourable. I would recommend them to anybody looking for some comfortable, high quality, long lasting footwear that is designed specifically for the gym.

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TITLE: Soccer Passing Drills | Scribd
    Soccer Passing Drills - Here are some simple techniques to get you started... By Erkan Gungor The key to these drills and exercises is to sample and test each drill yourself or with your team. There is no "magic bullet" for implementing soccer passing drills that will make your team better. The key is to continue your research and

eventually understand what makes a solid drill and what drills and activities your team will respond to.
With that being said, l e t's get to it!...
Passing Circle: This is a simple drill that is easy to implement and increases passing with either one or
two touches of the ball per player. Directions:

Have your players group into a large circle.
Have someone start with the ball and make a firm pass to another player within the circle.
The player that has been passed to must now recognize that they are being passed to and call out the
name of the next player they intend to pass to.
Once a player knows the ball is coming to them, they must now think who their next pass will be to, and
call out the name of that person.
This process repeats until all players are receiving and passing the ball with control.
Further Explanation: Younger and more intermediate players should begin with two touches of the soccer ball. One touch to settle the incoming pass, and another to make the next pass to a waiting teammate in the circle. The player receiving the ball should make an attempt to pass to someone other than they received the ball from. How to add difficulty, or get more out of this exercise:

Try to limit your squad to only one touch. Have your players recognize that they are being passed to and
allow them only one touch to make their next pass.
Increase or decrease the width of your circle. This can have the effect of increasing passing strength
when the circle is made larger. If you make the circle smaller, your
team will be forced to make decisions quicker and more accurately.
Ok, on to the next soccer passing drills ....

The Advancing Defender Drill: This is the perfect set of soccer passing drills that will encourage your defensive players to help in the attack and score goals. If you have anyone on your team that is in a defensive role, but has the ability to score, then this family of drills is for you.. How to do the drill:

Start the ball with a defender near his or her own goal.
The defender will then pass the ball to a midfielder who is positioned relatively in the middle of the field
(Who would have thought!).
Once the midfielder has controlled the ball, the defender then overlaps, or starts to make a long
sweeping run towards the opposing te am 's corner flag.
The Midfielder should now pass the ball to a forward.
When the forward receives the ball from the midfielder, the forward should have his back to the goal,
and then pass the ball back to the midfielder again.
After the midfielder receives the pass back from the forward they should pass the ball towards the
attacking corner of the field, where the defender who originally started the play is now running toward.
Ideally, the defender should meet the ball near the corner of the attacking half and cross the ball into
the middle for either the forward or midfielder to score.
Further explanation:

This drill should be run with no defense in the beginning so your team can understand how the ball
should move between players. This drill encourages team play and understanding of how the soccer ball
should be advanced from defense to offense. Many teams struggle with either defensive or offensive
minded players, so if you are experiencing similar problems with your squad try this drill and you will see
how well your defensive players enjoy doing offensive soccer passing drills.
How to add difficulty to the Advancing defender drill:

Make your players practice the drill using only one touch per person. This may be ugly at first, but it will
dramatically improve your players touch and understanding of the game.
Eventually you can add defenders to this drill. At first, the defense should be added only at the end of
the drill to contest the final shot. Eventually more defenders can be added to simulate a game
environment.


Well there you have it folks, these are two crucial soccer passing drills that can be implemented easily, and can also be changed and adapted to suit your specific team needs. Stay tuned for more information, including video tutorials. Check out videos and more information at soccer passing drills . Till next time . Soccer Passing Drills

Here are the best soccer passing drills for getting started coaching, or making your game better. These can be easily implemented, and are used by ... (More) Here are the best soccer passing drills for getting started coaching, or making your game better. These can be easily implemented, and are used by many professional teams... (Less) Reads: 34 Uploaded: 05/10/2010 Category: How-to-Guides/Manuals Rated: soccerpassingdrills Reading just got better!

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