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Issues with Childhood Obesity There are immense risks to children who struggle with childhood obesity. First, it greatly effects the social developmental advancement. Being obese opens children up to potential discrimination which can then lead to low self-esteem. This type of discrimination due to being overweight often lasts a lifetime, preventing advancement in many aspects of life including healthy relationship growth and academic progress. It also increases the likelihood that a child will develop severe depression as he or she develops. Secondly, obesity leads to many health risks such as early onset cardiovascular disease, diabetes and asthma. Almost 65% of obese children have a cardiovascular risk factor. How can I prevent my child from becoming overweight? The keep to preventing your child from being overweight is to limit the weight gain while not stunting growth. It is important that you never put a child on a diet. Instead, limit things such as empty calorie drinks (s...

Understanding the shopping cycle of prospective residents is a big key for successful renting. This article provides three game winning fact points and how to exploit them to win new leases. How well do you follow the time of day patterns of your renting prospects? Do you study this element of successful leasing? If you operate many units, you have probably noticed that renter prospects operate in very distinct time cycles. How well you understand those cycles can either prove very limiting or open up substantial additional renting traffic. When I discuss cycles, what am I considering. The timing of visits to your property during the average day and based upon the day of the week; the timing of visits based on the annual cycle of events that determine renting decisions; the timing based on online activity; and specifically timing using Craigslist to find a new potential home are the major areas to consider. Understand that when you consider this area you are actually taking a loo...

Whether you are an avid cyclist, or just like to take an occasional jaunt on your bike, your knee aches and pains when cycling can cause you to "put on the brakes", if you know what we mean... Cycling is considered by many to be, a healthy and enjoyable sport. Unfortunately, it can quickly become an unpleasant chore if your knees are sore. The pain problems may start while you are riding, or it may not occur until after the ride is through. Moreover, it can last anywhere from a few minutes to hours on end. Rest may help, but can certainly infringe on your desire to cycle. Some cyclists ice their knees after they dismount their bikes, and this may also help reduce the pain. But if your knee ache occurs while you're cycling, how practical is it to ride around with ice packs strapped to your knees? Over the counter pain medications (such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen) may also help reduce the knee aches when cycling, but they may offer only a temporary fix. - Speak wit...

Just teaching your kids how to cycle is a great fun indeed. And what more if you can have a great cycling day with them? It is the simplest and healthiest way to unwind, have fun and build family relationships. However, not all kids are too enthusiastic with biking around with their parents. Sometimes they would rather hang out with friends than to a "family thing" such as cycling. How to encourage your kids to go cycling with you? Here are simple steps to make pedals cycling more fun with your kids. First, be sure to be familiar with the bike route you are taking. Nothing is more discouraging for a kid than to know that his parent is lost in the woods. Pick out the most interesting trail that has access to panoramic views, gardens and whatnot. If your kids are old enough to decide, let them participate in planning your pedals cycling route. It will make them feel you are in this together rather than just tagging them along for your own pleasure. Aside from knowing the trai...

Are you considering to start cycling as a hobby? Then here are four thing to consider before you start cycling. The first one will be how to set a goal and have an overview on what you will be dealing with once you start cycling. Then we'll move one on what are the main priority regarding the equipments. The third on, before you start your hobby in cycling, you should have plan ahead your schedule to do it. The fourth thing is for further involvement in cycling and where this hobby will take you to. Before you start cycling you should have general idea on how it will be having this hobby. Undoubtedly, cycling will offer a lot of advantages to your health. This hobby require time, so you have to plan to set a side a few hours of your week to cycle, let it be on the evening or weekends, it's totally up to you to choose based on your other daily activities. You should also aware to have cycling as a hobby investment is needed in term of buying and maintaining equipments. Know th...

Most of the time, simply pressing on the brake levers (on most bicycles) will adequately slow and stop you. However, there are times when you have to stop on a dime. Knowing how to effectively and quickly stop a bicycle can spare you from bruises from a possible crash or may even save your life. And one of the basic bicycle emergency maneuvers is the quick stop technique. Everyone who rides a bicycle needs to learn this maneuver. What is the quick stop technique? The quick stop technique is exactly what it sounds like. It is a quick stop to get you and your bicycle to a full stop in as short a distance as possible. This is mainly executed to avoid an obstacle. When performing this technique, be sure you maintain control of your bike. How does the quick stop technique work? Brake application Keep in mind that the front brake has more stopping power than the rear brake. But, if you use it incorrectly, it can cause a crash. The front or the rear brake can cause your weight to sh...

The body can only absorb so many calories per hour while on the bike. If you can increase the amount in the system before an event, you will increase the time you can go before running out of gas. Learn how to carbo load in a simple effective way to improve your long distance endurance. The idea of carbo loading has been around for a long time but people have a hard time understanding how it works. The key is to deplete the muscles in the week before the event and the in the window immediately after you will ingest extra carbohydrates so the body stores more then it usually will. There are many different approaches to this but I suggest one that is easy to follow and yields big gains in glycogen storage. As you should be reducing your training load (tapering) before a big event, carbo loading is easy to integrate into your program. If your event is on Sunday, you want Wednesday to be your depletion ride. Ride for 60 minutes at an aerobic pace. Then finish the ride with 3 minutes at...

Indoor Cycling - How To Build An Aerobic Base One major benefit I've noticed after adding indoor cycling to my workout regimen has been an increased energy level. If you've ever gotten drowsy at your desk mid afternoon, you know exactly what I mean. Another significant benefit has been decreased tension and much more restful sleep. And yet, it wasn't easy to consistently commit to these classes. In fact, I almost quit just after I started. If you're just getting back into working out aerobically after a long layoff, you'll need to reacclimate. A key element is a concept called aerobic base building, which basically means establishing a base level of aerobic fitness. Just as it's important to build a solid foundation for your house, it's equally important for your fitness level. Three Steps To Build Your Base There are three factors you'll need to consider, and accept, when building your aerobic base. With indoor cycling, you'll typically hav...

Calorie cycling is a common metabolism trick that first came into widespread use in the bodybuilding community as a way to keep your body from settling back into its natural set-point weight. It actually takes a great deal of effort to build muscle and this way bodybuilders could continue to define their physiques without too many plateaus. But calorie cycling, also known as calorie shifting or zigzag dieting, isn't just useful to those trying to put on muscle. It's also a great weight loss technique for those of us who simply need to lose weight. How does calorie cycling work? Calorie cycling is about making small changes in how many calories you take in on a day to day level. For a couple of days you may eat above your maintenance level, followed by a few days of eating a bit below it (by about 500 calories or so) and then you can work into your diet some built-in cheat days in which you don't pay any attention at all to how much and what foods you are eating. You sim...

Early in the 1800's the first forms of the bike were being created. They were ordinarily referred to as "velocipedes". They were pedal-less, hard wheeled, wooden contraptions. The rider sat on a seat and used his legs to thrust himself along. It was not until the latter 1830's that pedal powered cycles were brought about. This is when those large wheeled cycles we've seen in old photographs came in. They were called High Wheelers and they were the style of the time for gentlemen. The ride on one of these large wheel cycles through the towns of the time was dangerous. They weren't very well situated to ride and a bit difficult to keep erect. If the ride didn't rough you up a bit, the fall sure enough would. They earned the moniker "bone-shakers" for a really good reason. With the invention of the Safety Bicycle, all that changed. A gentleman named John Kemp Starley is alleged to have made the first successful example in 1885. He called it th...

Cycling is one of those great activities that seems to have an almost endless list of advantages. There may be particular elements about it that you especially enjoy, including the fact that it allows you to exercise in a fun and relatively inexpensive manner. Some people like the fact that they can race competitively, or take on more difficult landscapes, making use of their mountain bikes. For others, it's more about getting from one place to another. But I feel a little sorry for those who mainly thinking of bicycles as offering a means of transport. There's so much more to cycling than simply using a bike for your daily commute. For me, I think one of the great pleasures associated with bicycles is the fact that they allow you to spend time with friends and family. There's nothing quite like a family bike ride. Even if you live in an urban area, it's likely that you'll be able to set off from home and soon reach a pleasant setting. Personally, I lov...

How To Get the Most Out Of Your Pedalling Power Whenever I watch a Triathlon and it is windy or when there are undulations in the race, I always see Triathletes jumping out of their saddles while riding. In the cycling world this is referred to as honking. Every time I see them do so, I wish I could just reach out there and give them the advice that I am going to give you now. However, it is not an overnight fix and something that you will need to work on in the off-season. The off-season is perfect because you won't be worried about speed and it will give you time to improve. Although some Triathletes and cyclists think that jumping out of their seats is going to help them to get over the hill faster, give their muscles a rest, unfortunately they are horribly mistaken in the long run. Getting out of your seat is one of the most inefficient habits you can have and something that should be avoided for the Triathlete. Even though Triathletes may think that it is giving their mu...

Cycling is one of the best forms of exercise that there is and it is for all ages and abilities as well as being as affordable or expensive as you wish to make it! So whether you're a keen cyclist or a casual peddler, you can improve your performance, wellbeing and comfort with these tips: **Brake correctly by placing your hands at the ends of the levers. **On a long downhill, don't stay on your brakes. This may overheat the tire rims, which could cause a blow out. Rather, tap the brakes from time to time. **Don't pedal in high gear for long spells. This can increase the pressure on your knees and lead to injury. **Position the handles accurately - about 1, 5 cm lower than the top of the seat. **Change your hand and body positions frequently to avoid stiffness. **Keep your arms loose and don't lock your elbows, they should be bent in order to absorb any bumps, rather than the knock going straight on to the joint. Cycling is a wonderful activity for fitness ...

Although long-distance cycling is every cyclist's dream, it takes months of groundwork and training in order to achieve this safely. Here are some tips and ideas if you're eager for a long bike ride to help you get to the other side without too much unnecessary stress on your body. 1 First of all you need to work out and build your fitness levels up for your road trip. Even if you think you can do it, never start with a long ride. Begin by covering shorter distances and then gradually increasing the length of your cycle. Your training should still leave you fit enough to ride again the next day. 2. Your bike must be comfortable. You need to become familiar with your bike first, which, again, can only happen over time while you gradually increase the distances that you cycle. The way a bike feels on short trips is not an indicator of how it will feel on a long ride. It also takes time to get used to a saddle and find your optimal seating position on a new bike. 3 Make sure...

Simple tips for better riding. Mend nicks and cuts in the top rubber of your road tires with crazy glue. If the cuts aren't into the casing fabric the glue will close them up and let you get some extra miles out of your tires. Put a $20 bill in your seat bag or under the insole of your shoes for emergencies. When changing tires, Start putting the tire back on opposite the valve stem to reduce the chance of pinching a tube. Get out the saddle for 15-30 seconds every 10 minutes, even on level terrain to use the muscle differently and give you but a break. Start to drinking as soon as you start your ride to get the habit of hydration set. Quaker Oatmeal squares or Oatmeal on the go bars make an effective, tasty and cheap energy bar. Plus they are easy to open and chew on the bike. In a pinch, Vaseline will work as chamois cream. When you are hot and sweaty it will reduce chafing and keep bacteria from growing in your pants. If chaffing does occur, you can use Bag Balm or...

Cycling is an ideal form of exercise for overweight and obese. With full determination, proper outlook and right methods, cycling can be so much fun for overweight or obese. Here are some effective tips in order to have a comfortable and convenient cycling experience: Make Your Bike Right If you have a hand-me-down or your current bike just hurts to ride, maybe it just doesn't fit your body properly. All you need is a new saddle or shorter handlebar stem. You could go for a bike fitting at your local bike shop or consult a professional. Match your bike right It's important to match the bike to your planned use. Don't be afraid to test ride different types of bikes before deciding. Pick the Right Bike Shop This is crucial. If you don't feel like the staff is listening to your needs or taking you seriously, go elsewhere. Don't be intimidated, you have as much right to buy a quality bike as the skinny guy beside you. Visit the shop when it's not busy so...

Are you an indoor cycling enthusiast? Do you participate in group indoor cycling or spin classes? You might not be getting the most benefit from your workout because of a few simple mistakes. Let's find out what they are and how to fix them... If you're an indoor cyclist, you're one of millions of fitness enthusiasts who have turned to this form of exercise as a great way to keep fit. Whether you cycle independently or in a group fitness class, you can get a fantastic fat burning and muscle toning workout. And yet, many people don't get the optimal benefit from indoor cycling. How about you? To find out for sure, here are three common mistakes and how to fix them... Tip #1: Proper Bike Set Up Proper bike set up is the most important factor for correct form. You need to be aligned properly on your bike to create the ideal dynamic for cycling. The first issue is the bike seat. Most people have their bike seat too low. Why? Because it's easier to peddle when ...

Do you know that one of the exercises you can do to relief back pain is cycling? Yes, this is a fact. However, in the process of cycling, some people also complain of back problems. This article contains 4 VERY important tips that will help you to get the best from cycling . 1. The first cycling tip to prevent back pain is to choose the right bicycle that is meant for you. Your selection should be from any one of the three common types of bicycles available. Hence, you may need racing bikes, mountain bikes, or hybrid bikes. Each of these bikes has its special purpose or use. Your choice should be based on your needs 2. The second cycling tip you need to observe is to use the bicycle that is of the right size with your leg. This will prevent a situation where you have to overstretch your legs and encounter pain in your back. 3. The third tip to cycling to avoid back pain is to get and ride the bicycle that has the correct seat and handlebar distance. Every type of bicycle is di...

Choosing an Exercise Bike and Improving Your Indoor Ride Cycling through the great outdoors is great, no denying that. But let's face it, there are many times you just can't, or don't want to, ride outside. Well, indoor cycling, or stationary biking, is a great alternative for those days. Let's see...it's too hot, it's too cold, it's snowing, it's dark, can't find my sunglasses, out of sunscreen, etc, etc. The excuses and/or reasons are endless. Well, there are many indoor cycling options available, so you can stop whining and start riding! Indoor Cycles & Stationary Bikes There is a large variety of exercise bikes, including upright cycles and recumbent versions. This is completely personal preference as to which is most comfortable for you. Consider your budget. Exercise bikes are available from $150 for a very basic model - $2000+ for a loaded version. Research features you like, including "clipless pedals" or "cages...

People involve themselves in sporting activities either for leisure, as a hobby or because of their keen interest in it. If you feel the need to be energized then the most sought-after recreational activity is sporting. Sports also make you active and provide you with refreshing liveliness. Concentrating completely on work and they were taking out time to relax brings in the party and makes you dull. Sporting activities help in keeping you fit and healthy. There are number of individuals who play just because they are interested in the game or play sports because it is their hobby. However, others consider sports as a career itself. People residing in different countries have different tastes when it comes to sports just like how the taste for food changes from country to country. People are different and that is exactly why the choice of sports also is different. For example people in India die for cricket parents and Americans are more inclined to watch baseball and basketball. T...

Fishing tackle and bicycles must be two of the most difficult sports to store equipment for. They are not particularly big or heavy, but do take up a certain amount of floor space. Fishing tackle and bikes both need keeping dry too which make outdoor storage impractical unless you have a shed or another form of outbuilding. What makes storing them more difficult is the fact that both past times come with more accessories than you could shake a stick at. How do you organise all of those nuts and bolts or rig tying bits and pieces. Not only is it a case of storage though, you need to be able to get at them easily, easier the better in fact especially with bicycles. I love cycling but everyone must have had that feeling where they know they should go out but really can't be bothered. If you're in one of these moods and your bike is right at the back of the shed that's your ideal excuse not go out! You need your bike to be easily accessible you will be far more inclined to ...

No matter how busy you might be at work or at home, you should always find time to be with nature and to exercise. Is this possible? Of course, it is! Exercising does not only mean going to the gym, but it can also be made more fun by through outdoor sports and activities. This way, you can exercise, enjoy the beauty of nature and be with your friends. The big difference between doing outdoor sports and going to the gym is that the former can feel like a task and it can be boring. On the other hand, doing an outdoor sport can be fun and exciting. Here are some of the interesting outdoor activities which you might want to try: 1. Boating - If you plan on going on an adventure by renting a boat, make sure you have checked the weather. Bring sufficient food, your first aid kit and emergency lights, but leave behind any alcoholic drinks. Getting on a boat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is one of the leading causes of boat accidents today. Before you leave the dock, make ...

After the intense work after a week, just go back to the nature and release yourself heartily. Among so many kinds of outdoor sports, these four sports ways like climbing, long-distance running, skating, and scuba diving can even help you lose your weight. 1. Climbing This kind of sport is a good choice for IT people. Facing high pressure and high intensity of work every day, they strongly need to release themselves from their body to spirit. Troubled by the stuffy air and radiation emitted from computers, they are looking for a health way to save their mind and body. If you are facing the same problem, just go climbing in the weekend. Put yourself in the nature and breathe heartily. You should know that climbing is an excellent aerobic exercise which can promote your metabolism, accelerate the blood circulation, improve endurance and leg strength and improve your heart and lung function. 2. Long-distance running in water If your work need you stay on your seat all the day, you m...

Anything is possible is a famous quote that we have heard almost anywhere. This quote is being told to those people who have lost faith in believing that they can do impossible things and that they can also do things what others can also do. It is an inspiring quote and it should be instilled in the minds of all the people so they will strive hard and never stop in believing that they can. The quote really inspires the disabled individuals. You see, they are so very determined in doing things that other people can do. When we see disabled individuals, we feel pity because of their state. There is no reason to pity them but instead, we should help them and encourage them to do what they want to do. Did it ever occur to your mind that those who use wheelchairs, those you have crutches, those with only one foot or one arm cannot do anything to amuse themselves? That is where you are wrong. There are many disabled individuals as of this point that has become successful especially in the ...

It's really amazing what sports can do to a person's life. Unfortunately, most kids today prefer to stay at home and pound away at their keyboards instead of playing outdoor sports. I loved playing sports as a kid and played games like soccer, volleyball, basketball and Shotokan till I was well into my teens. I just could not resist the feel of soft grass under my feet and cool breeze blowing into my face. Playing sports not only built my strength and stamina, but it also taught me some valuable lessons in life. I owe my impeccable immunity and robust health to my habit of playing sports. Here I list some of the reasons that make me feel sports should be mandatory for each kid: 1) Building Great Health And Stamina Sports have no comparison when it comes to building health, stamina and immunity. The more you play, the healthier you get, it's as simple as that. Playing sports everyday increases blood flow to all parts of the body and keeps fat away. The exhaustion from sp...

Outdoor sports can never outweigh computer or video games in terms of advantages. Spending a day outdoors may take high amount of energy from us but the benefits are priceless. For one, you may never be aware of it, but the energy being exerted by people who have done even the simplest walk or jog or run for a few significant minutes can actually energize us and give us certain "high" and adrenaline. Exercise is even advised to people suffering from a minor depression for sweating can actually normalize internal processes in our body like blood circulation and oxygen flow. Breathing that comes from strenuous activities allows a good amount of oxygen to flow up until our brain, enabling it to function more productively. Those are only a few advantages of active outdoor sports in our body. Its benefits are not only limited to health reasons that can help us physically, but also a few other significant reasons that may help our entire being. For one, outdoor sports allow us to...

"Sports" is an activity in which people involve themselves mainly for leisure, hobby and interest. Sports is one of the most recreational activity which energizes your whole body and makes you feel active and lively. "All work and no play makes jack a dull boy" so we should always indulge in sporting activities to keep ourselves fit and fine. Some people play sports just for hobby and interest but some play for competition and career. As people of different country have different taste for food & recipes likewise people of different country have varied interest in different games. For example: Why American Watch Baseball, Football, and Basketball whereas Indian Love to watch Cricket. This is just because of this reason that different people develop interest in different games or sports. "Outdoor Sports" basically means any kind of sports which are played in the field or outer surroundings. Outdoor Sports includes cricket, hockey, rugby, baseball, f...

If you love sports, you should find an outdoor sport to play. Playing sports outdoors is a great way to get exercise, get outside, and have fun with your family. There are many different outdoor activities that you can take part in with your family and have all kinds of fun and family activities. One of the most popular sports outside is football. If you enjoy this outdoor sport, you will want to gather a group of people and head outside to play it. There are so many different versions of pick up football that you can play with your friends and family to get a great pick-up game going and have some fun while doing it. Another great game to have fun playing outdoors is baseball. You don't even have to have a baseball diamond to play a pick-up game, throw something down for bases, grab a bat and some mitts, and play some slow pitch. You'll love being able to bat the ball around, run some bases, and play America's favorite past time. You also may want to head out and pla...

Tights come in a huge array of styles, types and designs. Many are developed to service a particular purpose, and one of these purposes is cycling. But what are the main benefits of cycling tights? Cycling tights were developed specifically for cyclists, and are regarded as an indispensable item of clothing. They're particularly close fitting and have a higher Lycra content than many normal tights, and rise higher up the waist to make sure they do not roll down when you're cycling. They're usually footless and can also come with a cord at the waist which can be tied off to keep them up. Cycling tights themselves come in a variety of different designs, thicknesses and styles. You can get ones with padding in the saddle, so are like an extended version of cycling shorts which can make cycling for long distances more comfortable. You can get un-padded versions to wear over the top of cycling shorts, which have the advantage that you can take them off easily if you get too ...

Cities provide a wide range of places to cycle. These include the traditional bike paths through the urban landscape. Additionally, more and more cities now include bike lanes along lanes for vehicles. Thus, cyclists have more options than ever to enjoy bicycling in the city-and to enjoy it safely. However, as always it's important that you have the right tool for the right job. Varying from their mountain bike counterparts, cycles for cities are designed more for speed, rather than ruggedness. This is quite logical, considering that paved surfaces usually don't contain the obstacles for cyclists that unpaved surfaces do. Still, you have numerous options when buying cycling bikes. If you cycle with others, then you should consider the type of cycle that they have. For instance, if your friends or relatives have road cycles, then it would be quite difficult for you to keep up with them, by riding a mountain bike. On the other hand, if they have mountain bicycles, it would be...

Cycling can be dangerous. In fact cycling accidents happen so often that they come very close to car accidents in sheer numbers. But you can be safer and avoid cycling injuries if you know how. Here are tips on how to avoid cycling injuries. If you are new to cycling or are looking at it as an option to improve your health and fitness, you must take care that you avoid common problems and injuries that can occur as a result of improper cycling. Such injuries are very common among people who do not take the proper precautions. There are quite a few common cycling injuries which can be totally avoided with a little bit of common sense and some useful equipment. The first thing to remember when taking up cycling is to use proper gear. If you are considering it as an exercise option, you will probably end up stretching yourself during long ride stints, hill climbs or the like. Under such circumstances, you must ensure that you are wearing the proper cycling attire and have all the di...

When you are cycling in traffic and have to contend with other road users, it's a jungle out there. Even worse, sometimes it feels like the laws of the jungle apply rather than the traffic laws and regulations. This might be okay when the two rucking drivers are protected inside reinforced vehicles. If you're a cyclist though, you can get hurt very easily by the slightest of collisions, and being on two wheels also makes you a less visible road user. Here are five classic situations where cyclists need to be on their guard. The Emergency Stop When you are cycling in traffic, give other vehicles loads of room to maneuver, and especially keep your eyes peeled for local danger spots. These might be near a school, where children can rush out into the road and cause the traffic in front of you to stop suddenly to avoid hitting them. Or there might be an ice cream truck parked at the roadside, and you can expect youngsters to appear out of nowhere and cause havoc. As a cyclist, k...