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<title>Choosing A Table Tennis Racket From Beginner to Tournament Player</title>
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<description><![CDATA[With all the options in today's market, deciding on the best table tennis racket for your game may be a little more complicated than you had anticipated. Table tennis players come in all shapes and sizes, with all different kinds of playing styles. As a result, there are a myriad of different combinations for players to select from to help them reach their potential. This article will help you understand the styles most often used in the sport and how that influences the racket choice.]]></description>
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<title>The Thrill of Indoor Skydiving</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:32:48 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many thrill seekers have found indoor skydiving to be an exhilarating experience. They enjoy the wind in their faces while feeling as though they have just jumped from an airplane. There is little danger associated with this type of skydiving, so it has become a popular adventure during many family vacations.]]></description>
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<title>Achieve Your Goals in Sport With This Simple Method: Remove Potential Roadblocks</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:18:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you ever decided to do achieve a goal in sport or in business and then tried and tried to do it but it just never came to fruition? Me too! Using this technique you will, day by day begin to take greater command of how you communicate with the most powerful piece of equipment you will ever use - your own mind. You will identify old habits and replace them with new and more powerful habits as you learn to remove potential roadblocks.]]></description>
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<title>Beer Pong Tables Your Buyers Guide - Size Does Matter</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:15:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The decision to buy a beer pong table is simple, it is the best game by far and now you have decided to invest in a quality beer pong table. The difficult part is choosing which one, the choices are many and I review the options and make my recommendation.]]></description>
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<title>Ways to Make Your Cornhole Set Stand Out</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:36:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Customizing cornhole sets has become big business. Call it pride, bragging rights, or an expression of the creator, but people love customizing cornhole boards and bags to make them, well, more of them.]]></description>
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<title>Cheap RC Cars - Which Form of Power Costs Less?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:00:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Depending on a person's budget and needs, there's a different power source in cheap cars that works better than others. Each type of radio controlled vehicle will vary in price and performance, which is why it is important to learn some of the details that change depending on the type and model. This article will help you find out the information you need to make a great decision in the store. There are different uses and you need to know all of them--You deserve to get the best!]]></description>
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<title>Pitching Machine Buying Guide 101</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:28:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Learn what to look for when buying a pitching machine. All pitching machines are not created equal. Find out what type of machine is best for you.]]></description>
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<title>The Positives and Negatives of Your Stationary Exercise Bike</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:55:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The stationary exercise bike or the indoor exercise bike is actually a well-known product of property fitness center tools. But what truly would be the positives and negatives with the exercise bike? please, learn on to figure out.]]></description>
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<title>Promotional Frisbees for Camps and Schools</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:50:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While school is mainly for learning new skills and information, there comes a time when students are allowed time to have fun and play with each other. No matter if it's during lunch, during recess, or during after school extracurricular activities, kids of all ages enjoy having time to be outside and playing. Commonly, students will play games such as basketball, football, kickball, and even Frisbee as a way to pass the time.]]></description>
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<title>Capturing Moving Subjects With Digital Photography</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:07:36 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Digital photography tutorials:Panning is a method that will create incredible effects yet is also one that will require a large amount of practice for getting right. The essential concept behind panning as a method is that you simply pan the digital camera together in time along with the moving subject matter and find yourself with a somewhat clear subject matter but a blurry backdrop.]]></description>
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<title>Create The Playground That Fits Best With Your School</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:27:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's key to have a productive, well rounded environment for children to develop and grow, and for preschoolers, who are still learning a great deal about social skills and are becoming ready to start kindergarten. As much as the interior of a classroom is important, so are the other components of the learning process, with even outdoor activities having a significant impact on a child's maturation, and still give them an outlet, to supply them a break between other, more structured activities.]]></description>
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<title>Why Playground Management Is Crucial</title>
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<description><![CDATA[It is crucial that playgrounds are safe for children to play on. This is why an elementary school yard needs close looking after. Accidents can easily happen, and it is easy for a child to sustain a serious injury. This can usually be unavoidable. With good supervision, students will at least be kept from breaking any playground rules that keep them safe. A controlled playground will keep injuries down and allow your children to enjoy themselves with no worries.]]></description>
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<title>Make-Up of a College Mascot</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:05:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As a spectator at a college football game in early September, my eyes scanned the stadium as I entered to find it filled with fans, coaches, cheerleaders, team players, the marching band, the media, and last but not least - the school's mascot. I often wonder about who is inside that cute little (sometimes enormous) costume and what it must be like to view their world from within.]]></description>
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<title>A Glider Kite for Christmas</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:10:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[An eight year old boy who loves kites was given an Aerobe Wala Glider Kite for Christmas. This amazing kite by Flying Wings took on a whole new meaning when put in the hands of Joey, the son of one of our office secretaries. For Joey, his excitement escalated when he realized that this new Glider Kite could fly in zero wind, or fly in winds up to 18 miles per hour.]]></description>
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<title>Kids Build Useful Skills On The Playground</title>
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<description><![CDATA[A great way to get your young ones out of the house is to take them to a park or playground. With today's advanced technology, more and more children are staying indoors to play video games or view television and movies. This is creating a generation of overweight young people who are lacking development and social abilities. A playground can be beneficial in developing physical strength as well as social and cognitive abilities. A playground can benefit your kids in a number of ways besides health.]]></description>
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<title>Spending Time With Your Family Without Becoming Bored</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:39:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Families these days are all a part of the fast paced environment of most locations across the United States. A lot of people mean well, but at the end of the day they are frequently too exhausted to do anything with their children. It is essential for families to spend more time with their children since it is proven that more positive interest produces better people.]]></description>
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<title>To Keep Score or Not?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:41:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every Thanksgiving our family has a tradition of playing a backyard football game. When I was a lot younger than I am now, the rules used to be tackle; however, as I have gotten older, those rules have evolved to two-hand touch or flag football. My youngest son is the most competitive of my three boys. He competes hard, tries hard, and when he loses, he loses too hard. He tends to get upset over the final score of a seemingly meaningless game that no one will remember the outcome of just hours later. So, I ask myself the legitimate question: To keep score or not?]]></description>
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<title>Air Swimmers and Pocket Discs, Great Flying Toys</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:28:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people who are in to flying kites are also in to flying toys. If you are interested in a lot of fun with great flying toys, the original Air Swimmers and Pocket Discs are for you. With very little expense, the Air Swimmers and Pocket Discs can offer a day full of laughs and complete entertainment.]]></description>
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<title>Three Characteristics To Understand Before Buying A Playground</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:15:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You might have a spacious school lot where you have plenty of buildings, handball courts, and baseball diamonds, but with all that room, you still don't have any playground sets. You might think that ordering a set is simple enough, where you can go to a website, purchase the set and be finished. It is much more difficult than that; you have to hire a consultant, search for a decent manufacturer and place the set in an area that can support the playground. You might have several questions concerning a good starting point for ordering a playground and you may need some help resolving some major problems concerning your school.]]></description>
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<title>Team Work - Baseball or Paintball - It's All The Same</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:37:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Several years ago, I was fortunate enough to have worked with a manager who believed that sports and competition teamwork would have a positive impact on employee's compatibility and productivity in the work place. Baseball, being universally liked by most all employees at our store at this time along with my manager being a part time umpire for his son's school baseball team made the choice easy. Like work, this was going to take training and practice along with some determination.]]></description>
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<title>First Kite Convention: From the Eyes of a Newbie</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:40:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The January 2012 KTAI Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, brought a whole new meaning to me regarding Kite Manufacturers, their products, and what all is involved in selling quality products. It was amazing to see the collegiality of everyone, and to see how long time friends in the industry were happy to share information with those of us who were new.]]></description>
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<title>What You Need to Know About Artificial Turf</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:09:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Artificial turf is developed to replace the natural grass in some sports courts. It is made of synthetic materials such as polymer, either nylon, polyethylene, or polypropylene. This artificial grass is mostly used today, it can be maintained easily, it needs no water, can be played on anytime and can last for years.]]></description>
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<title>The Sporting Craze of Snooker and Pool</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:45:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It may not be the most popular professional sport, however snooker and pool is becoming increasingly widely played in pubs and clubs across the country. Why is it so popular? And what kind of skills and equipment do you need in order to be successful? We uncover the increasingly popularity of snooker and pool.]]></description>
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<title>Remotivation Therapy: What a Concept?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Activity Professionals are presented with new and old therapeutic modalities on a constant basis. Each therapeutic intervention is designed to enhace the quality of life for the client. Today there are a variety of therapies such as pet therapy, music therapy, aromatherapy and vaildation therapy.]]></description>
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<title>Rediscovering My Love for Remote Control Cars!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:08:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I recently bumped into one of my old school friends in the town and we got to chatting. We touched upon the standard conversations such as "what are you up to?" and "how is the family?" etc., but we then went on to have an interesting conversation about remote control cars.]]></description>
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<title>4 Important Tips for Storage and Handling of Autographs</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:37:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Don't Touch the Signature It's important when handling your autographs not to touch the signature itself. The oils from your skin can break down and damage a lot of surfaces/inks and can result in your signature fading or smudging. This is especially important with baseballs where it's not only important not to touch the signature but also not to touch the leather of the ball before it's signed.]]></description>
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<title>RC Boats Beginners Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 11:10:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ahoy there, Matey! Welcome aboard to the world of radio controlled boats where owning your own sailboat, yacht, battleship, or even a submarine doesn't require a billionaire's budget! The radio controlled boat hobby is a growing one and there are thousands of people all over the world that enjoy taking their radio controlled boats out for a spin on a regular basis.]]></description>
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<title>Factors To Consider When Your Child Begins Roller Skating</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:31:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I often get asked when is the best time to introduce my child to skating. It is certainly better to get them started younger; however there are certain factors that need to be considered.]]></description>
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<title>Why I Chose The Vortex Vigilon by NERF</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:18:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This is my review of the NERF brand Vortex line of blasters, and specifically the Vigilon blaster. The Vortex line is unique in that it uses a glow-in-the-dark disc instead of the more tradtitional Nerf dart plungers.]]></description>
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<title>Kayaks, How to Choose</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:53:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As with almost any item, we have choices as to which one to buy.  In some cases, the choices are so numerous that we are overwhelmed, confused and give up altogether. In the case of a kayak, some of the same principles apply.]]></description>
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<title>What To Keep In Mind When Buying A Playground For A School Or Park</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:00:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When kids hear the bell for recess, the air is filled with young, energetic voices set to dart to their favorite hangout location. The playground set is where a kid can run like a wild horse across the plank walkways, race down the slide and climb the small ladders to get an excellent physical workout, which their growing body needs. To an adult, a playground is just exercise equipment, but to youngsters it can be modified into a hideout for robbers, a ship for pirates, or a fort for cowboys, allowing children to let their imagination run free.]]></description>
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<title>Critical Skills Needed to Be a Good Athlete</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:34:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Becoming a good athlete is difficult, but not impossible. Knowing that there are more aspects to becoming a good athlete, these are some of the critical skills one must have to become one: Determination/Focus, Strength/Conditioning, Hand/Eye Coordination. Some people have it "easier" than other people because of their background with their families and genetics.]]></description>
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<title>Ultralight Aircraft: The Cost of Ownership</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:35:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Ultralight/microlight aircraft provide the light sport aircraft enthusiast with an opportunity to afford to fly. The purpose of this article to help newcomers to the sport size up the costs.]]></description>
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<title>A Remote Control War Gets a New Lease of Life - With an RC Jet</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:27:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[  Coming from a poor background, and not having an especially well-paying job there is a particular mindset that I have to struggle to get out of.   I'm talking of the 'That's cool, but I couldn't afford it' mindset. I've had this attitude for years - for example I used to get dragged around National Trust manor houses and gardens as a kid.]]></description>
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<title>Getting Yourself Diving Ready</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:16:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Before you dive head on into the water, you have to first prepare how to go about with it. Since you will be immersing yourself into a totally different environment, you have to make the right preparation to make sure that you enjoy it the best and safest way possible.]]></description>
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<title>Parent Perspective Exercise to Improve Parent Behavior in Youth Sports</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:14:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As parents, we want our children to put forth the effort necessary to achieve their goals, learn to follow the rules during this process and ultimately perform well, as a result of these efforts. The Parent Youth Sports Perspective Exercise can keep us on task as parents, with our ultimate goals and objectives that should be top-mind when advising our children and encouraging them in a way that will ultimately provide them with a beneficial experience in youth sports. Whether your child plays basketball, football or baseball, the experience should be a positive one that focuses on learning teamwork, good sportsmanship and a positive attitude on and off of the field.]]></description>
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<title>Do I Need a Water Microfilter or Purifier?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:53:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Water microfilters allow you to easily and safely purify water from natural sources. If you are wondering if you should buy a water microfilter for camping, hiking, or travel, you should read why they could save your life.]]></description>
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<title>Can Shoes Help Increase Vertical Jump?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:00:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Can a pair of shoes really make a difference in how high you can jump? Find out what aspects of a shoe can help you with your training to increase vertical jump.]]></description>
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<title>How To Increase Your Vertical Jumping With The Best Methods Available</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:58:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is a science involved in learning how to increase your vertical jumping abilities. There are programs available to everyone, no matter what your age or ability level is, that can drastically improve this skill if you are willing to put the effort forth.]]></description>
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<title>Dressing Correctly For Winter Sports Can Safe Your Life!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:15:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When going skiing as another example you should always ensure that you are wearing the right sized skis, boots and a helmet for safety. However when it comes to Winter sports like sledging, skating and skiing then the biggest danger is often not from doing the sport itself but from the weather. Extreme sunburn can kill you but rarely occurs, and whilst the rain may soak you to the skin in Summer, it too is unlikely to kill you.]]></description>
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<title>How Sledging Has Evolved For The Better</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:14:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Well the modern snow sledge actually is not that modern at all with its roots stemming back to St Moritz in the early 1870's when the fashionable British started to look towards alternative winter pastimes. Indeed the first sledges that they came up with were actually delivery sleds used for pulling goods around in the snow. The British soon looked at ways these sleds could be sped up and steered when used for the pursuit of racing downhill.]]></description>
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<title>Winter Sports Safety - Wearing The Right Protective Gear</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:08:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Lots of people, both adults and children like playing outside in Summer, be it cycling on mountain bikes, or playing football in the park, and when doing so you have little to worry about other than it raining, or getting sun burnt or someone getting a grazed knee. Indeed the weather in Summer is fairly easy to predict in the main. Obviously you also need to wear the right protective equipment for whatever activity that you are doing, be that a helmet for cycling in, or elbow and knee-pads for skateboarding.]]></description>
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<title>Sports and Teamwork - The Benefits of Boarding Schools</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:25:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sports and physical activities play an integral role in the education and health of children. Exposure to such activities at a young age can help to give children a healthier start in life, and find a form of exercise they enjoy and wish to participate further. In this article we look at the sports available in boarding schools in the UK, and the benefits of working together as a team.]]></description>
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<title>Get to Know Your Metal Detector - After Taking It Out of the Box</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:03:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Getting to know your metal detector is not hard. Some of them can be quite intimidating, but just become friends with your detector. Baby steps and patience are the key words.]]></description>
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<title>4 Simple Moves To Get Your Best Bikini Body</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:28:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Spring cleaning and digging out summer clothes eventually leads to finding your bikini. Maybe you try it on, immediately take it off and growl. Don't despair; there's still time to transform your winter body into a bikini body.]]></description>
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<title>Is Competition Bad, Does It Keep People Down, Is It Unfair?</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:59:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For me anyway, I see competition as the purest form of honesty, and so elementarily sound that it seems only appropriate to have it part of nearly everything in our society. Whether in the future the socialists win over the capitalists, or the meek do inherit the Earth is still to be seen, but ditching competition will be the death nail for humanity I fear, if such a situation does occur. Those who cannot compete tend to hate competition, and want rid of it.]]></description>
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<title>The Value Of Portable Water Filters</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:59:21 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Portable water filters can be a great asset to have. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping or simply spend a lot of time outdoors, these devices can be a great addition to your regular list of supplies. They also make it easier than ever for you to get good water.]]></description>
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<title>Four More Factors Critical to Sports Performance</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:42:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As discussed in a previous article, there are several factors that are considered vital to high levels of sporting performance. The importance of each of these factors is related largely to the actual sport or activity being performed. While the factors of power, speed, strength, agility and coordination have been addressed in the earlier article in this series, the following factors are also considered critical to sporting performance.]]></description>
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<title>Dart Etiquette - Social Rules of Darts</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:18:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Darts is considered a "gentleman's sport." There are certain things that are expected of players, scorekeepers and spectators. Stick to these simple rules, and you will have a much more enjoyable game and make a lot more friends than enemies.]]></description>
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<title>Skills of Skating and Dancing on Ice</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:09:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Dancing on ice is a popular television show in which Celebrities which have not previously skated before learn how to figure skate with a professional Ice skater. This concept is used in eight different countries, and in England it is presented by Christine Bleakley and Phillip Schofield.]]></description>
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<title>The Main Advantages of Made to Measure Riding Boots</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:15:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There aren't many hobbies across the world that have quite as many garments, equipment, and specialist garments than horseback riding. It is actually a hobby that's loved by countless people around the world and also has a way of life of its very own, for example the garments individuals use.]]></description>
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<title>Foosball History</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:41:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The game of foosball is not quite a modern game. While we have incredibly slick looking foosball tables and vast foosball leagues today, this game originated as a humble tribute to football (or soccer, in the United States). While football's origins can be traced back to medieval England, foosball appeared in Europe in the 1800s.]]></description>
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<title>Sponsoring a Marathon With Promotional Products</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:02:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Over 245 endorsed marathons are run across the U.S. every year and companies see the potential for marketing their products to both the runners participating in the marathons and the people in the crowds that come to cheer them on.]]></description>
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<title>Beach Cabanas, Protect Yourself From The Damaging Effects Of UV Rays</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:32:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Kids and adults alike love to spend time playing at the beach, no matter how intense the heat is. When you want to protect your loved ones from the harsh suns rays, it is important that you use some type of protection, including the use of a beach cabana, sun shade, or other type of shelter.]]></description>
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<title>To Help You Get The Best For Your Field, Select Tools That Might Make A Difference</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:47:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You will have a large amount of work ahead of you if you've been charged with the task of organizing the pieces required to build an athletic field in your neighborhood park or school, with the many things you must to truly do it justice and make a significant impact on your visitors, providing them a safe, comfortable locale to play, and view events, at any time in the year. As well as having a big impact on your last design, there are a few places to begin, and many aspects that are all equally important, but once you...]]></description>
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<title>Portable Water Heater Uses</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:51:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most people in America are lucky enough to have hot running water in their homes and businesses. However, there are times when hot water is preferred but isn't readily available. Many places offer a cold water faucet to which you can connect a hose but they don't offer a hot water faucet. Cold water may be acceptable for many activities (especially on a hot day) but may be undesirable for numerous situations. This article provides scenarios where it would be useful to utilize a hot water portable unit to remedy those situations.]]></description>
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<title>Sports Trophies For Any Occasion</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:15:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article looks at some of the fun ways you can show your team mates some appreciation at sports presentation with unique sports trophies. It provides some good and fun ideas on awards that you can give to the special members of your team.]]></description>
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<title>Dart Anatomy - Understanding Dart Parts and Their Functions</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:20:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every dart has four parts: the point (or tip), barrel, shaft and flight. Each part has a specific function and can change the overall performance of a dart. Understanding the functions of each part will help any dart player find the right set of darts for their playing style and help improve their game.]]></description>
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<title>Better Sports Performance Is Five Factors Away</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:19:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With regards to sporting performance there are several factors that are considered important. How important each factor is depends largely on the type of activity or the sport being performed. For example, agility might be crucial to a sprinter while muscular endurance is not.]]></description>
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<title>The Battle Of Culloden And Chess Strategy</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:46:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It seems likely that even a modern senior military officer would easily see how battles often take on the guise of a lethal game of chess. For this reason it seems appropriate that some of the best chess sets for sale have the theme of famous historical battles. A good example would be the battle of Culloden, fought on 16 April 1746 as the culmination of the Jacobite rebellion of the Highland Scots against the English king.]]></description>
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<title>How to Jump Higher: 3 Ways To Improve Vertical Leap</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:34:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Athletes should always be looking to improve so they can not only get an edge on their competition, but maximize their individual potential. Most sports require being in excellent physical condition in order to be successful, whether it be basketball, football, volleyball, tennis, track, and so on. Most sports also involve the use of the vertical leap, though it's emphasized in some more than others.]]></description>
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<title>7 Reasons to Stand Up Paddle As Often As Possible</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 22:22:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I'm a huge fan of Stand Up Paddling. It is my favorite form of exercise and play. You can find me out on the water several days a week all year 'round. Lucky me! There are many good reasons why this popular sport is my favorite and is always increasing in popularity: First and foremost Stand Up Paddling (SUP) is fun and easy.]]></description>
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<title>How To Get In Sports Shape Using Your Neighborhood Field Chairs Or Gym</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:41:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you playing sports in a community league? Feel like playing some soccer or baseball again? If you haven't played in a while, it will be critical that you get back into shape. Playing on a professional or college team gives you access to professional trainers, facilities, and coaches. If you are joining a local league, you won't have these options, and you will have to figure out how to train on your own. Basic sports training plans should involve strength and endurance work to help you get in good shape and prevent injuries from happening.]]></description>
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<title>Adjustable Weights Vs Hex Dumbbells</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 07:47:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Adjustable weights have more benefits than iron hex dumbbells do. Therefore, if you don't have a specific reason to choose one or the other, you should prefer adjustable weights.]]></description>
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<title>Gold Rush Fever - Do You Have It? Join the Group of Prospectors Searching for Gold</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:14:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Gold Rush! The popular television series has created a renewed interest in finding gold. Since most of us are not able to pack up all our worldly belongings and travel to Alaska to prospect for gold, here is a way to join in the gold fever.]]></description>
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<title>Safety Equipment And Playground Renovations For Kids</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:02:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For preschool boys and girls, the sound of the recess bell means playtime, and a chance for them to make a dash for their favorite playground activity. Some make a sprint for the jungle gym, others for the handball courts, while some children just float around from play area to play area looking for the kind of game or activity that interests them the most. For daycares, private schools and public schools, the safety of the children is the number one concern, and since most schools who care for youngsters have playground equipment, it is vital that the playground and surrounding area be in excellent condition.]]></description>
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<title>The Mental Aspects of Training for Triathlon Swimming</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:53:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The article highlights the importance of mental preparation for the swimming portion of the triathlon. Relaxation techniques and suggestions for keeping themselves focused are presented. It also emphasizes the importance of allocating adequate training time to achieve the necessary confidence for the competition.]]></description>
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<title>Why an Electronic Dartboard?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:04:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA["Why an Electronic Dartboard?", is one of those questions that gets tossed around by many people that are interested in the notion of buying a product such as an Arachnid electronic dartboard or even one of the Halex electronic dartboard models. The goal of this article will be to examine the three major advantages that the electronic dartboard has to offer over its traditional counterparts. These three advantages are among the most popular reasons that many people have for preferring an electronic device to a traditional one.]]></description>
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<title>Tips for Selecting the Perfect Metal Detector for Someone Just Getting Started</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:58:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Here are some helpful tips for selecting your first metal detector. Metal detecting has become a huge success recently. Popular television shows like Gold Rush Alaska and Metorite Men have everyone wanting to explore for lucrative finds that could be right in their own backyard. Don't wait another day. Find your metal detector now and find your treasure!]]></description>
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<title>Metal Detecting - In the Beginning</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:23:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you thinking about getting a metal detector, but just don't know much about where to start? Metal detecting can be exciting and fun. The exhilaration you have when finding a treasure is exciting. Get Started! Send us your stories. We'd love to hear from you.]]></description>
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<title>Paintball Teaches Responsibility</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:27:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you were like me growing up, your father or mother told you that the only way you'll get a dog is if you take care of it. Now some of you were able to keep your dog while some lost there's. It is funny to note that some parents give in and end up taking care of the dog themselves, and this is to teach your children responsibility, how?]]></description>
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<title>Taking the Fort</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:26:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[At our house lies an enormous tree fort. There are three entrances in and out. Multiple windows and a waist high wall that wraps around half of it. The other half is comprised of an enclosed bunker with only one window opening to the front and a side door. Paintballs can not penetrate wood. That's a good thing and a bad thing.]]></description>
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<title>Great Ideas of Places to Start Metal Detecting - Treasure Hunting in Your Own Back Yard</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:44:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Now that you've bought your metal detector, where are some good ideas of places to go hunting? Here are some ideas to get you started. These are just some of my ideas that should start you thinking about great areas where you live to start hunting for your treasure.]]></description>
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<title>All About Sports Domes</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 13:01:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In this day and age, sports domes are becoming more and more popular. Even though sports competitions in the rain, sleet, mud and intense heat is quite interesting to watch on television in your nice, cozy living room, the story is not the same for the spectators and athletes actually present at these events. These are the people you see in the stands all bundled up in hats, coats, gloves, etc.]]></description>
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<title>How To Choose The Right Sports Gloves</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:22:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The choice of gloves largely depends on the choice of sports of its user. You should invest in a good pair of gloves if you plan to practice any of the following sport: Boxing, kickboxing, cardio boxing, muay thai, MMA (mixed martial arts), ultimate fighting, karate, taekwondo, jiu jitsu, judo and krav maga. You should let your gloves dry out after each use. It is now common practice to use a glove deodorant that kills odor-causing fungus and bacteria. Glove deodorizer is a must in the proper maintenance of your glove.]]></description>
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<title>Water and Athletes</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:17:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Water is one of the most important nutrients an athlete can consume. Almost 60% of total body weight is water. It helps to maintain body temperature, improve digestion, and helps with circulation and excretion of wastes. Sweating is how the body regulates its temperature. If an athlete doesn't drink enough water, they aren't able to sweat adequately and their body temperature will rise.]]></description>
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<title>Career Opportunities in the Sports Industry</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:58:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The sports industry has grown into a multimillion dollar enterprise in modern times. Millions of peoples all over the world are enjoying sports one way or another, either as spectator, an enthusiast, or n sport event participant. The complex hierarchy in the sports industry brought about by its growth over the past years has opened new opportunities for specialization in sports based careers. Opportunities range from professional athletes, professional sports teams, sports journalism, recreation and fitness, boxing and wrestling, racing, wholesaling and retailing, sports business and administration, coaching and education, sports officiating, sports medicine, and the latest in the line is a sports web job.]]></description>
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<title>How To Enjoy Sports This Winter Season</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:22:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Winter sports are fun but being safe is the first thing that you need to consider when you are planning to participate in any sports this winter season. No matter what winter sport you choose, staying safe and warm is the key to enjoying any sports events during this winter season.]]></description>
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<title>What Determines Your Vertical Jump?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 09:04:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While stating the obvious, the vertical jump is simply the ability to elevate off the ground in a completely vertical plane. There are two ways to classify a vertical jump: standing and running. A standing jump is where one elevates from a completely stationary position, where a running jump involves taking several steps in order to gain momentum before elevating.]]></description>
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<title>Yukon 1000 - The Longest Canoe and Kayak Race</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:20:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Yukon 1000 is the longest canoe and kayak race in the world. Racers contend with 7 to 8 days of continuous paddling with only a few hours of rest each night.]]></description>
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<title>John Singleton</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:13:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[John Singleton, Australian entrepreneur and gentleman. He built his empire and wealth in advertising in Australia in the 1970s and 1980s. He now has many interests in publishing, radio broadcasting and thoroughbred racing and breeding. Read more here about this great Australian icon.]]></description>
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<title>Sailing Trapeze Harness</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 12:59:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Finding the right sailing trapeze harness is essential in wining any race, as well as not hurting your hips! The better the harness the more you can keep your boat flat, the faster you can go. Find out what makes a great sailing trapeze harness]]></description>
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<title>How to Choose the Best Walking Boot</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:03:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are looking to buy walking boots then there are some things to consider first, purchasing the right pair of walking boots can make all the difference to your outdoor trip. If you are planning a walking trip or hiking trip then you want to make sure you have boots that are designed for this purpose, before looking for walking boots you should first think of the terrain you will be walking on.]]></description>
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<title>Choosing the Best Tent</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:57:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are several important factors you need to consider when choosing the right tent. If you don't to pay attention to these, you very well might be totally disappointed with the tent and the camping outing using the tent. Size of the Tent The most important factor to consider is the size of the tent.]]></description>
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<title>Orem, Utah Skateboarding Skate Park - Mini Ramps, Flat Bars, Quarter Pipes, Spines</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:28:14 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Orem, Utah's only skate park is super fun, and in a great location. This skate park has a little bit of everything from flat bars, quarter pipes, and even a few little mini ramps!]]></description>
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<title>RC Flying Simulators</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 15:26:00 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The thrill of flight is one that has fascinated man since the dawn of time. Some of you may have dreamed about becoming a pilot when you were a child and perhaps some of you went on to enroll in a flight or aviation school and fulfilled that dream. For others, circumstances in your life may have taken you in a different direction and the dream was placed on the metaphorical "shelf".]]></description>
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<title>Super Humans or Human Plus Athletes Can Will Events to Occur - Now I Have Proof of That</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 07:48:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[I've always believed that one can will events to occur in sports and competition, and that the strongest and most agile mind are forces to be reckoned with. They say you must believe to achieve, and that having a winning attitude makes all the difference. I think inherently we all know this, but now there seems to be some folks putting real empirical evidence to the concept, a winning concept if you ask me.]]></description>
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<title>Beer Pong - The Survival Guide</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:44:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Beer Pong is a serious sport, that is highly competitive full of spirit and passion and mixed with beer, can make things kind of messy. Know your limits and gear up to become the greatest of players using this quick survival guide.]]></description>
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<title>Y Is For Youth Sports: 5 Reasons Kids Should Play Sports</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:37:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Most athletes aren't going to play sports in college...and even fewer will get scholarships to do it. Kids receive many intangibles from sports. They may be different intangibles than high school or collegiate athletes, but they're intangibles all the same.]]></description>
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<title>Foosball Tables Provide Fun For The Entire Family</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jan 2012 23:49:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A game room is a great addition to any home. Stocking it with a wide variety of video games and gaming tables helps provide hours of fun for you and your family. One gaming table you should never forget when stocking a game room is a foosball table. These tables have been around since their invention in 1921 by Harold Searles Thornton. They are a family friendly and violence free simulation of a soccer game that take a lot of skill and hand eye coordination to master.]]></description>
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<title>How to Choose the Right Stand Up Paddleboard</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:07:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Choosing the right stand up paddleboard is beginning to get as complicated as selecting the right pair of socks in that 200 pair drawer for your 6am bootcamp! There are too many options and they all look the same! Dig a little deeper in that drawer and you'll find that there are so many factors that matter when making the right decision. Are you interested in the sport for the fitness aspect? Are you looking to spend time with the entire family and just cruise the local harbors and flat-water explorations?]]></description>
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<title>Foosball Techniques for Beginners</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:28:48 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you're picking up Foosball for the first time, it can be a little intimidating playing with more experienced players. Unlike regular sports, tabletop games are not usually taught with much emphasis on technique. Usually people just start playing and develop their form.]]></description>
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<title>Great Reasons for Buying Hiking Gaiters</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:45:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Experienced hikers have known the importance of owning a good quality pair of hiking gaiters since they started hiking, there are plenty of benefits using these gaiters when you are contemplating going on a hiking trip. The first major benefit is they will stop anything from getting inside you're hiking boots, such as water, snow, sludge, anything that could make your feet wet.]]></description>
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<title>Sports Massage Courses - How Can You Become a Pro in Sports Massage?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Dec 2011 10:24:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Have you ever wanted to get into sports massage? Does the idea of helping athletes maintain their fitness appeal to you? If you answer yes then you may want to consider doing some sports massage courses. If you decide to do this then you should find out what training you need, where and when you can do the training and what the training needs to cover.]]></description>
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<title>How to Abalone Dive, Spearfish, or Learn to Snorkel for Fun - An In Depth Article Not To Miss!</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 12:40:00 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Diving for abalone is a sport enjoyed by many on the north coast of California. Using scuba tanks or any other underwater breathing apparatus is not allowed and you must get them by diving while holding your breath. Not to say that you can't go out at very low tides and "rock pick" them without entering the water, but this article is about diving for them, which is the primary method of taking them.]]></description>
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<title>How To Pick Stadium Bleachers For Your Outdoor Field, Gym Or School</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:45:07 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Outdoor stadiums often suffer from multiple renovation issues that keep residents from using the fields. Often, the biggest renovation issue discovered on these fields has to do with the horrible condition of the stadium seats that may be starting to rust, or even worse, crack, causing unsafe seating conditions. Gym, park and school administrators want to be sure that the spectators who visit are safe when they walk and sit on the seating options, and that individuals have enough seating options that they can sit comfortably in. All administrators want to ensure that the guidelines for their state permit them to buy the types of seats they want and that the length and size are right for the field.]]></description>
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<title>Six Tips for Improving Your Speed Training Program</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:04:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sport coaches often want faster athletes, so it's common to see speed training programs implemented at every level. Most of these programs, however, ignore some of the most fundamental rules of speed training. This article shows you six simple ways to improve the effectiveness of any speed training program.]]></description>
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<title>Finding the Best Lacrosse Sticks at Clearance Prices</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:50:43 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What do you look for when searching for the right Lacrosse stick for your individual needs? You have many options but the selections on the market don't make it easy. There are literally hundreds to choose from and deciding what's right for you can be a challenge.]]></description>
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<title>Jean-Marc Nowak - A Symbol of Courage and Determination</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 15:40:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Jean-Marc Nowak, an amazingly courageous mountaineer and expedition leader, has bagged the credit of climbing the summit of Everest on May 21, 2011 alone with his Sherpa Cho Oyu, Nuru. Being an employee at the Principality of Monaco Hall, he was the first person to plant the flag of Monaco Hall on the peak of Mount Everest, the approximate height of which is estimated as 8850m. Jean-Marc Nowak climbed the 'seven summits', the seven highest peaks on all seven continents: Kilimanjaro (Africa), McKinley (North America), Aconcagua (South America), Elbrus (in the border between Asia and Europe), Vinson (Antarctica), Pyramid of Carsternsz (Oceania) and finally Mount Everest (Asia).]]></description>
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<title>NFL Fantasy Playoffs, 2011</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 Dec 2011 14:05:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is playoff time for most fantasy football leagues. Here's our thinking on the matter.]]></description>
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