World Gym of Saratoga faces the same marketing dilemma that most clubs do — trying to bring in new members, while at the same time fostering loyal, satisfied, long-term members. What sets the club apart is its aggressive approach. Read more »
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More Than a Physical Extension
There are two main schools of philosophy when it comes to weapons training. The first believes that weapon training begins when the martial training begins, and the staff, or bokken (wooden sword), is another extension of your body, as is your hand or foot. You should develop the skill with the weapon, just as you develop the skill with your natural body weaponry. Read more »
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Okinawa Kenpo a Short Discussion
Many of the Eastern Martial Arts systems were developed when the governments severely restricted the use of weapons by the common people. Here’s how a martial art known as Okinawa Kenpo got its start. Read more »
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The World of Sports Has a World of Problems
Anyone who regularly reads the sports section of the newspaper knows that professional, college and even high school athletes fall from grace at an alarming rate. Many learn their lesson and bounce back to become model citizens. Read more »
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Curling An Introduction to Canada’s Pastime
In almost every town in Canada, regardless of how small, stands a rink were millions take to the ice weekly. In western Canada, their long curved roofs have become a symbol of small-town values. Hockey? You ask? No. It is the game of curling and it is coming to a Winter Olympics near you.
If hockey is Canada’s national sport (officially it’s lacrosse, which is the same as hockey but with more injuries), curling is our national pastime. Often described as chess on ice, it is a sport of fine skill and strategy that becomes nearly as much fun to watch as it is to play. Read more »
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Bicycle and In Line Skating Safety Post 2
A national U.S. telephone survey in 1991 indicated that only 26% of all children under age 15 owned helmets. Only 15% of all children reported using their helmets all or more than half of the time when riding. In Georgia, both reported and observed bicycle helmet use increased from about 30% to about 50% after enactment of legislation requiring helmets for all bicyclists under age 16. A study from Cleveland, Ohio found that child helmet use was 80% in communities that implemented both legislative and education programs, 40% with legislation alone, and 20% with education programs alone. Read more »
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Bicycle and In Line Skating Safety Post 2
Helmet design: What’s the best?
In order to be effective, a bicycle helmet must satisfy three criteria:
- Fit properly
- Stay in place
- Absorb and contain the force of collision. Read more »
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Bicycle and In Line Skating Safety Post 1
Bicycling and in-line skating have become increasingly popular over the past two decades. Although highly enjoyable forms of exercise, these activities are accompanied by an injury risk that can be reduced by the use of lightweight safety equipment.
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Kids and Contact Sports
My 6-year-old son has decided to play football. I wasn’t prepared for his getting involved in competitive sports at such a young age. Is a 6-year-old ready for the big leagues? Am I ready for this?
Children are typically ready to begin playing competitive sports around age 5 or 6. By this time they have gained an understanding of games with rules, and they have developed better body coordination.
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Take Me to the Moon With Good Eats
How Dave Scott stays healthy and happy
The singular gift that all of you should try to attain is the supreme goal of perfect health. While no one knows what “perfect” represents, if we can all reduce stress, maintain balance, and restore vitality and confidence, our potential to excel will never be deterred. The most cherished goal that I have attained in my career is not my Ironman victories but the simplistic joy of being healthy — physically and mentally. Let me tell you a story that will illustrate that.
Sure enough it was David Scott — in full astronaut attire!
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