Provocative Expression!
Based on this studs expression is he a pitcher or a catcher?
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Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Squeezing in a fast workout usually means little or no time for your core. But with this challenging core workout regimen, you'll train your torso with every exercise, for a stronger six-pack and a sturdier spine.
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The Exercises
Pullup with Leg Raise
Grab a pullup bar with an overhand grip, hands slightly more than shoulder-width apart. Cross your ankles and bend your knees until your feet are behind you. Pull your chest to the bar. Using your abs and hip flexors, pull your knees up and in toward your chest. Lower yourself. Do four to six reps.
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Lateral Raise with Rotation
Stand holding a pair of dumbbells at your sides. With your arms slightly bent at the elbows, raise the weights up until your arms are parallel to the floor. Rotate your torso as far as possible to one side. Rotate back to the center, and lower your arms. Repeat to the opposite side. That's one rep. Do six.
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Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Goals
Goals help you accomplish what you want and saves you time. For goals to be effective they must be well written. Following are some things to consider when creating well written goals:
Stated in terms of end results
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Achievable in a definite time
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Definite to what is expected
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Practical and feasible
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Precisely stated in terms of quantities, where applicable
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Limited to one important goal or statement
Monday, April 28, 2008
Here are nine basic maintenance checks you should make and how they can help save you money:
1. Check gas cap: Before you laugh at this one, one in six car owners on the road is spending more on gas than they need to because of their gas cap. Approximately 17% of vehicles on the road have gas caps that are either damaged, improperly placed on or missing altogether. Gas caps that aren't firmly closed allow gas vapors to escape resulting in the loss of 147 million gallons of gasoline each year which vanishes into the air.
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2. Check oil: This is one of those easy tasks to do, but when is the last time you checked your oil? In a 2007 CarCare survey, more than one in four cars (26%) failed an oil inspection due to low, overfull or dirty motor oil. While it will cost you a bit of money to regularly change your oil, this will pay off in the long run by extending the life of your car's engine and helping to protect it against engine damage. The cost of a few quarts of oil is vastly less expensive than needing to replace an engine or having to buy a new car a couple of years sooner, which can be the result if you don't change your oil on a regular basis.
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3. Check tires: This is another one of the gas saving tips that you hear time and again, but still a lot of people fail to follow. Low tire pressure costs you in two ways. It decreases your gas mileage and it shortens your tire life. In addition to checking tire pressure, also check tire tread wear. Not having enough tread on the tire increases the risk of losing traction on wet or snowy roads and a traffic accident will almost always be a lot more expensive than a new set of tires.
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4. Check spark plugs: Dirty and worn spark plugs cause misfiring in the engine that wastes fuel, increases exhaust emissions and reduces power. Most people learn that they need to change spark plugs when their engine has a hard time starting, but they have been wasting money long before things got this bad since the wear is gradual. Most standard spark plugs need to be changed every 45,000 miles while long-lasting platinum spark plugs need replacement every 100,000 miles.
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5. Check air filter: Air filters get clogged with dirt, dust and other material from the road. As the filter becomes clogged, the airflow through it decreases, which results in a "rich" mixture of too much gas and not enough air going to the engine. The result is wasted gas and a loss of engine power. Simply replacing or cleaning a badly clogged air filter can improve gas mileage by as much as 10%.
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6. Check other lubricants and fluids: Having enough washer fluid may not seem important until you need it to clean a dirty window you can't see out of while speeding down the road. Anti-freeze coolant helps to protect against engine damage by keeping the engine operating within the correct temperature range and low levels can indicate there is a radiator leak. Transmission fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid and clutch fluid all need to be at proper levels to prevent these systems from failing, which can cause driving dangers. Most of these fluids you never think about, but checking them periodically to make sure they are at the proper levels can prevent unwanted damage to the car and possibly avoid an accident.
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7. Check windshield wipers: Windshield wipers are another one of those car accessories that you don't usually think about until you really need them. Making sure that your windshield wipers are working properly will help ensure that you aren't driving down the road blindly during the next heavy rain. Any accident that you get into because of not being able to properly see will be many times more expensive than the cost of a new set of windshield wipers.
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8. Check battery, belts and hoses: Taking a few minutes to check your battery, belts and hoses can help prevent an unwanted roadside breakdown. Make sure that the battery cables are secure and not corroded and that all belts and hoses don't show any wear. Replacing them now will be a lot less expensive than having them replaced after a long tow to the nearest service station.
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9. Check lights: Lights are your communication tool while driving and how others see you in the dark. Lights not properly working can make it harder for your car to be seen and can result in an accident. Besides the head and tail lights, be sure to check brake, parking and turn signal lights as well. Having all your lights work properly will make driving much safer.
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By taking the time to do these maintenance checks now, you'll reduce the amount of gas wasted and help avoid accidents caused by lack of maintenance. The results will be a better drive, a happier car and more money in your wallet.
Sunday, April 27, 2008
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Saturday, April 19, 2008
BAY AREA HOUSTON, TEXAS - JUNE 14-15, 2008
Situated on western shoreline of Galveston Bay, 25 minutes south of Downtown Houston, sits the Greater Clear Lake area, the newest venue to join the 2008 TriAmerica Tour. Clear Lake is an extraordinary place to visit, a city with much to offer, friendly people, sunny weather, beautiful sunsets and cool, clear water. Bring the family, the recreational activities at Clear Lake are endless, sailing, boating, jet skiing, water skiing, fishing, camping, hiking, biking, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, photography, just to name a few. Clear Lake is also the home of the NASA Johnson Space Center and Space Center Houston, Houston's #1 Attraction, and the popular Kemah Boardwalk entertainment complex.
Provocative Sport Quote
"If you can't outplay the opposition, you must outnumber them."
Terry Venables, English coach
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Life is an adventure!
It's not the destination we reach that's most rewarding. It's the journey along the way.
Sunday, April 06, 2008
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