http://factoidz.com/experts-in/sports/ sports articles on Factoidz en-us http://factoidz.com/tennis-101-how-to-play-with-more-consistency/ http://factoidz.com/tennis-101-how-to-play-with-more-consistency/ The other day, after playing some tennis, my hitting partner asked me, "how do I become more consistent?” This is a tough question, because it’s not as ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/images/post/tennis-101-how-to-play-with-more-consistency.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-41-playing-from-uneven-lies/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-41-playing-from-uneven-lies/             The ground is not always level when golf is played. Golfers invariably face situational shots where the ball is higher or lower than their feet or where the slant of the terrain runs upward or downward. The gol... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-16-visualization.jpg http://factoidz.com/3-easy-ways-to-teach-your-disrespectful-horse-to-behave/ http://factoidz.com/3-easy-ways-to-teach-your-disrespectful-horse-to-behave/ A friend of mine recently bought herself a tall 3 year old paint colt, the first time she's worked with that young of a horse. He hadn't had any ground work done with him prior to her purchasing him, and so he's had a few problems that have caused her to be afraid of him. Not knowing what to do, she... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/images/post/3-easy-ways-to-teach-your-disrespectful-horse-to-behave.jpg http://factoidz.com/bicycle-riding-is-a-great-way-to-stay-fit-enjoy-bike-paths-in-america/ http://factoidz.com/bicycle-riding-is-a-great-way-to-stay-fit-enjoy-bike-paths-in-america/ Got a little pudge around the middle that you just can’t seem to get rid of no matter how much you diet? Or, maybe you just want to stay fit so you’re around to see your children and hold their children in your arms. Whatever your reason to get into... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/bicycle-riding-is-a-great-way-to-stay-fit-enjoy-bike-paths-in-america.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-40-bunker-shot-training-2/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-40-bunker-shot-training-2/ Managing Fried Egg & Plugged Lies: Mastery of the normal greenside bunker shot as d... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/images/p/golf-3.jpg http://factoidz.com/pounding-the-docks-fishing-industry-in-rhode-island/ http://factoidz.com/pounding-the-docks-fishing-industry-in-rhode-island/ Pounding the docks- This is a phrase that describes what commercial fishermen do to find work in this industry. I’ve been at it for a month. I have done some commercial fishing as a “fall back” when my construction business has slowed, or I have become otherwise gainfully unemployed as I did f... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/images/p/default-7.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-39-bunker-shot-training-1/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-39-bunker-shot-training-1/ Playing from the sand in greenside bunker situations should be an easy task but is made difficult by many who try to force the ball. The thing to remember is that the golfer i... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-39-bunker-shot-training-1.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-38-understanding-the-athletes-mental-battle/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-38-understanding-the-athletes-mental-battle/ The human brain is a magnificently complex body structure that functions beyond human duplication and full understanding. It stands alone on mortal ground as our connection to Highe... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-38-understanding-the-athletes-mental-battle.jpg http://factoidz.com/anabolic-steroids-use-among-teens-and-athletes-side-effects-and-risks/ http://factoidz.com/anabolic-steroids-use-among-teens-and-athletes-side-effects-and-risks/ Anabolic steroids are potent and serious drugs that help by supplying the body in in the area of gaining mass. Often times, it can damage or seriously injure the body through the extreme side e... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/anabolic-steroids-use-among-teens-and-athletes-side-effects-and-risks.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-37-better-golf-fitness-exercises/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-37-better-golf-fitness-exercises/ These exercises are most dynamic and taxing; for those who truly desire to improve in golf. The only pre-requisite is successful establishment of correct breathing ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-37-better-golf-fitness-exercises.jpg http://factoidz.com/plan-a-summer-vacation-in-colorado-part-2/ http://factoidz.com/plan-a-summer-vacation-in-colorado-part-2/ The first part of this article listed the national parks and monuments in Colorado; there i... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/plan-a-summer-vacation-in-colorado-part-2.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-36-pros-and-cons-of-fixing-your-swing-via-teaching-vs-clubfitting/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-36-pros-and-cons-of-fixing-your-swing-via-teaching-vs-clubfitting/ The subtlety between clubfitting and teaching as the means toward better golf is controversial. Both must be included in better golf. The “experts” say that 80% plus of the golfers play wit... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-36-pros-and-cons-of-fixing-your-swing-via-teaching-vs-clubfitting.jpg http://factoidz.com/debunking-myths-about-mma-mixed-martial-arts/ http://factoidz.com/debunking-myths-about-mma-mixed-martial-arts/ From the fist time a student enters a MMA gym they think to them selves "What am I doing?"  This is the first question I asked myself and it was answered really fast.  I learned that MMA is not just about beating people up and making them hurt.  It is about mind, body, and ap... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/debunking-myths-about-mma-mixed-martial-arts.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-walk-on-ice-or-icey-surfaces-safely/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-walk-on-ice-or-icey-surfaces-safely/ Ice can be beautiful; seeing it glittering as it hangs off of everything in the middle of the woods or in a pretty little village (before the exhaust from passing cars greys it).  But how do we enjoy this sight without bruising our backside?  I will explore various methods by which you can enjoy t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-walk-on-ice-or-icey-surfaces-safely.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-35-how-to-buy-the-right-golf-equipment/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-35-how-to-buy-the-right-golf-equipment/ Playing games that require equipment like balls and sticks is sometimes like going into a clothing store to buy new cloths. The primary concern for most... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-35-how-to-buy-the-right-golf-equipment.jpg http://factoidz.com/why-do-people-from-all-cultures-love-to-fish/ http://factoidz.com/why-do-people-from-all-cultures-love-to-fish/ Why do humans from all parts of the world fish? What is so appealing about tossing bait into water and extracting forms of life out of it? Sure, it's a job to some. But to most it is nothing but a pastime or hobby. There are far more stimulating activities to take part in, so why fish? I've come ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/why-do-people-from-all-cultures-love-to-fish.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-34-playing-golf-in-windy-conditions/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-34-playing-golf-in-windy-conditions/ The wind does blow whether coastal or inland and affects the play of golfers, perhaps more mentally than physically. Winds are an element that all must face and learn to deal with. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-34-playing-golf-in-windy-conditions.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-read-the-weather-and-temperature-for-better-bass-fishing/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-read-the-weather-and-temperature-for-better-bass-fishing/ The seasoned bass angler will tell you that a successful fishing trip has nothing to do with luck. Serious bass anglers are aware that there are many factors that contribute to satisfying fishing trip. They will also tell you that what works today, might not work tomorrow. One of the most important ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-read-the-weather-and-temperature-for-better-bass-fishing.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-32-making-golf-lessons-count/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-32-making-golf-lessons-count/ Sound instructional technique is the means toward the achievement of long-term results. Error correction rooted in quick cures never lasts. Behavior changes take practice guided by ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-32-making-golf-lessons-count.jpg http://factoidz.com/steroid-use-in-sports-the-pressures-the-psychology-the-risks/ http://factoidz.com/steroid-use-in-sports-the-pressures-the-psychology-the-risks/ What’s the difference in today’s sports players compared to the past? Now athletes play for a truckload of money. High school sports opens a gateway to professional careers. Unfortunately, steroids dribble into sports, but why? Millions of advertising do... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/steroid-use-in-sports-the-pressures-the-psychology-the-risks.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-31-on-subconscious-golf-the-zone/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-31-on-subconscious-golf-the-zone/ The only absolute in golf is a perfectly timed dead solid impact. Conscious thought cannot achieve top level consistency. The club-head collides with the ball & flattens it. The bal... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-31-on-subconscious-golf-the-zone.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-hit-a-baseball-or-softball-further/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-hit-a-baseball-or-softball-further/ O.K.  folks, I played quite a bit of organized baseball as a youngster, and am involved in a few slow pitch softball games every summer nowadays.  When I was in about 7th grade, our coach had us hitting those golf ball sized wiffle balls with a fungo bat, and it is I believe the best teaching tool... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-hit-a-baseball-or-softball-further.jpg http://factoidz.com/landing-big-fish-using-an-ultralight-rod/ http://factoidz.com/landing-big-fish-using-an-ultralight-rod/ The experienced angler knows that the ultra light rod can be beneficial in certain situations. The benefits are evident in the ability to feel hits sooner and more flexibility in the rod. The ultra light rod is designed to catch smaller fish like panfish, but on occasion can bring in the one that "a... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/landing-big-fish-using-an-ultralight-rod.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-hit-the-sweet-spot-in-softball/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-hit-the-sweet-spot-in-softball/ O.K.  folks, I played quite a bit of organized baseball as a youngster, and am involved in a few slow pitch softball games every summer nowadays.  When I was in about 7th grade, our coach had us hitting those golf ball sized wiffle balls with a fungo bat, and it is I believe the best teaching tool... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-hit-the-sweet-spot-in-softball.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-climb-a-tree/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-climb-a-tree/ Climbing a tree is not only a great way to connect to our playful memories of yesteryear, it is also a great workout for your arms, wrists, hands and fingers, especially strengthening the grip as good as any exercise out there, (in my humble opinion).  It may feel awkard to do and you may be ridicu... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-climb-a-tree.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-catch-nightcrawlers-and-worms-as-fishing-bait/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-catch-nightcrawlers-and-worms-as-fishing-bait/ Creepy crawlers are the bait provided to us directly from nature. These little wrigglers are one of the best baits to catch nearly every type of fish. You can buy them if you don't want to get a little dirty, but if you don't mind a little dirt, th... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-catch-nightcrawlers-and-worms-as-fishing-bait.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-build-a-ladder-hunting-stand/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-build-a-ladder-hunting-stand/ Seasoned hunters will agree that a well built tree stand is one of the most important pieces of equipment to have in the woods. The choices available at sporting goods stores can be overwhelming and quite costly. Whether you've been hunting for years or you are a beginner, opting to build your own t... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-build-a-ladder-hunting-stand.jpg http://factoidz.com/proper-execution-of-a-roundhouse-kick/ http://factoidz.com/proper-execution-of-a-roundhouse-kick/ Everyone by now has read at least a few of the "Chuck Norris Facts" involving his God like martial arts abilities; quite a few of these yarns include the roundhouse kick, a favorite move Mr. Norris made famous winning karate tournaments with and in Walker Texas Ranger.  With practice and diligent f... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/proper-execution-of-a-roundhouse-kick.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholarship-vol-v-promoting-your-child/ http://factoidz.com/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholarship-vol-v-promoting-your-child/ Your child has followed the steps as outlined in volumes 1-4. Not only is he or she a future collegiate superstar but also a brainiac with a 3.6 g.p.a. Your child has just completed his junior year and it was his best year yet. At the top of his game, he's been honored with... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholarship-vol-v-promoting-your-child.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-30-putting-subtleties-in-golf/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-30-putting-subtleties-in-golf/ To become a good putter the golfer must sift through the variables and find a stroke that he or she believes in. Professional help is the quickest means in doing that for many subtl... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-30-putting-subtleties-in-golf.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-29-putting-objectives-in-golf/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-29-putting-objectives-in-golf/ It would be nice if percentages showed that all putts were makeable, and sometimes putts of overwhelming distances do go in. Nonetheless, that is not the case so a golfer might be ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-29-putting-objectives-in-golf.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-29-putting-in-a-nutshell/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-29-putting-in-a-nutshell/ Like the basic golf motion, the putting stroke is made subconsciously. Therefore, the golfer must first understand and practice the aspects that make a putting stroke effective. The... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-29-putting-in-a-nutshell.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-28-introduction-to-putting/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-28-introduction-to-putting/ Three of those and one of these count four. I always understood that. -- Walter Hagen. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-28-introduction-to-putting.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-27-emulate-a-tour-player-tempo-plan/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-27-emulate-a-tour-player-tempo-plan/ Great players consider Tempo as a means to Balance in the golf swing. Tempo is the major point of concern as a Tour Player warms up before a tournament round. They know that athleti... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-27-emulate-a-tour-player-tempo-plan.jpg http://factoidz.com/guidelines-to-choosing-a-martial-art/ http://factoidz.com/guidelines-to-choosing-a-martial-art/ If you're thinking of getting into martial arts, you should spend some time thinking about what martial art you want to learn. There are nearly endless choices and variations to pick from. Here are some easy guidelines: 1. Why do you want to learn a martial art? This is the most basic question... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/guidelines-to-choosing-a-martial-art.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-26-more-terminal-terminology/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-26-more-terminal-terminology/ This is a continuation of Part 25; another effort to cleanse the mind of misconceptions that stem from misinformation or erroneous interpretation. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-26-more-terminal-terminology.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-25-terminal-terminology/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-25-terminal-terminology/ The National Golf Foundation is the keeper of statistics in golf. Their findings indicate that 48.1% of golfers have never broken 100 and that only 5% have scored less than 80. These figures assume that all golfers play by the rules ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-25-terminal-terminology.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-24-thesis-on-improvement/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-24-thesis-on-improvement/ A game improvement program is something the golfer can control, but no number of books, videos, or golf balls hit can replace the hands-on guidance of a knowledgeable PGA teaching p... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-24-thesis-on-improvement.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-23-on-wise-practice/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-23-on-wise-practice/ Gaining an understanding of the hidden subtleties and procedures that make up the golf motion can be discovered if one practices wisely. Golfing goals an... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-23-on-wise-practice.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholorship-vol-3-private-instruction/ http://factoidz.com/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholorship-vol-3-private-instruction/ Okay, your child has (A) Chosen his or her sports of choice. and (B) Has been honing his or her abilities via hard work and solid practices. Your child is getting to be a very good player among his peers, not the best on his team but a solid contributor. His coaches have don... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholorship-vol-3-private-instruction.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-22-creeds-to-better-golf/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-22-creeds-to-better-golf/ It would be wonderful if someone could pick up a book or magazine and learn everything they needed to know to become a better golfer. It would be great if tipsters that stalk the go... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-22-creeds-to-better-golf.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-21-play-your-best-golf-all-of-the-time/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-21-play-your-best-golf-all-of-the-time/ Golf handicaps are based upon potential. Sometimes golfers are unable to play to their handicap due to fatigue and loss of concentration caused by dehydration. Playing your best golf all of the time is assured by tak... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-21-play-your-best-golf-all-of-the-time.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-20-the-next-practice-step/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-20-the-next-practice-step/ The adage that a drive is a chip applies. Longer shots require more turning. Sam Snead described the golf motion as, “a free turn in both directions.” As the lead (left for righ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-20-the-next-practice-step.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholorship-vol1-deciding-on-a-sport/ http://factoidz.com/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholorship-vol1-deciding-on-a-sport/ Growing up I was enamored with the thought of playing professional athletics just as many children are today. My father was a positive thinker who instilled confidence in me and made me believe that I could do anything I set my mind to. Until high school. My grades in junior... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-your-child-can-garner-a-college-athletic-scholorship-vol1-deciding-on-a-sport.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-19-moving-on-in-practice/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-19-moving-on-in-practice/ Only when the first phase of swing development (Part 18) is mentally incorporated should the move be tried wi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-19-moving-on-in-practice.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-18-stepping-into-practice/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-18-stepping-into-practice/ Golf, Part 18, Stepping into Practice: How a person thinks is how a person reacts. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-18-stepping-into-practice.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-17-swing-summary/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-17-swing-summary/ (a continuation from Part 16) Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-17-swing-summary.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-16-visualization/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-16-visualization/ (a continuation from Part 15) Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-16-visualization.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-choose-an-english-riding-instructor/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-choose-an-english-riding-instructor/ For the aspiring equestrian, few things are as important as finding the right riding instructor. The right instructor can not only coach you to reach your riding goals, but can also instill self confidence, fitness, and a wealth of knowledge about horses and riding. Unfortunately, working with an... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-choose-an-english-riding-instructor.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-15-thrusting-the-punch-shot/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-15-thrusting-the-punch-shot/ Thrusting, better know as the Punch Shot, is an active muscle application that produces lower trajectory shots of lesser distance, and should maximize backspin when preformed corre... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-15-thrusting-the-punch-shot.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-14-alternative-transitional-move/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-14-alternative-transitional-move/ This installment addresses a second, or alternate, transitional move: either is viable and dynamically correct. The one the golfer selects as their procedure is a personal preferenc... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-14-alternative-transitional-move.jpg http://factoidz.com/whats-the-best-thing-to-ingest-after-working-out/ http://factoidz.com/whats-the-best-thing-to-ingest-after-working-out/ Water Is #1 The quick answer to this question should be obvious. Both during and after a workout, the most important thing to ingest is of course, water. It facilitates digestion, aids in the transportation of nutrients and the elimination of waste products. Water also lubricates... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/whats-the-best-thing-to-ingest-after-working-out.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-13-one-full-shot-transitional-move/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-13-one-full-shot-transitional-move/ (a continuation, from Part 12) This is the first of two transitional procedures avail... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-13-one-full-shot-transitional-move.jpg http://factoidz.com/golf-part-12-the-transitional-short-shot-move/ http://factoidz.com/golf-part-12-the-transitional-short-shot-move/ The transitional move is made from any point considered to be the top of the condition of loaded power. The top of a chip shot, for example, might be below the knees. The top of a full motion might be achie... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/golf-part-12-the-transitional-short-shot-move.jpg http://factoidz.com/7-ways-to-get-motivated-for-the-gym/ http://factoidz.com/7-ways-to-get-motivated-for-the-gym/ It's almost that time again, ladies. No, not the time to wipe out the Cadbury Egg supply at your local CVS, but time to put down the remote, cork that half-empty bottle of wine, and head for the gym. (Well, ok, maybe let the wine settle first). It's almost swimsuit season, and you don't want to hi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/7-ways-to-get-motivated-for-the-gym.jpg http://factoidz.com/running-101-how-to-beat-shin-splints/ http://factoidz.com/running-101-how-to-beat-shin-splints/ Medial tibial stress syndrome otherwise known as shin splints, have long been the bane of many runner's existence. They're so frustrating because when they come, there isn't much you can do to get rid of them but rest. Your whole body may feel ready to run, but it's just those pesky shins that are h... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/running-101-how-to-beat-shin-splints.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-first-steps-to-learning-cross-country-skiing/ http://factoidz.com/the-first-steps-to-learning-cross-country-skiing/ There are two approaches to learning almost any sport. You can read a few books on the subject and then teach yourself through trial and error, or you can take lessons from someone experienced in the sport. If you’re a natur... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-first-steps-to-learning-cross-country-skiing.jpg http://factoidz.com/whats-a-good-training-regimen-to-prep-for-my-first-half-marathon/ http://factoidz.com/whats-a-good-training-regimen-to-prep-for-my-first-half-marathon/ For starters, if you haven't got very much running experience you will definitely have to ease in to your new training regime. Also, many people seem to think that they need to run everyday or 6 days a week in order to properly prepare for the big race. The truth is much the opposite. Running takes ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/whats-a-good-training-regimen-to-prep-for-my-first-half-marathon.jpg http://factoidz.com/for-a-novice-in-his-30s-which-is-better-to-start-out-with-snowboarding-or-skiing/ http://factoidz.com/for-a-novice-in-his-30s-which-is-better-to-start-out-with-snowboarding-or-skiing/ You seemed to have posed one those proverbial chicken or egg questions of the recreational sports world. In other words, I don't believe there is one right answer to your question as in the end it will always remain a matter of personal preference. However, I do have an opinion based on personal exp... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/for-a-novice-in-his-30s-which-is-better-to-start-out-with-snowboarding-or-skiing.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-history-and-origins-of-the-super-bowl/ http://factoidz.com/the-history-and-origins-of-the-super-bowl/ Before there was a Super Bowl Back in the 1940s, 1950s and up until 1967 there wasn’t a Super Bowl, there was only the NFL championship games. In 1959 a new lea... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-history-and-origins-of-the-super-bowl.jpg http://factoidz.com/your-authentic-swing-part-two-carrying-power/ http://factoidz.com/your-authentic-swing-part-two-carrying-power/ There is no quick fix to better golf. No band-aid will take the striver there. As has been mentioned, two procedures that consistently propel the ball around the golf course are covered in these articles. T... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/your-authentic-swing-part-two-carrying-power.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-get-in-shape/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-get-in-shape/ Getting into really good shape is one of those things that almost everybody wished they'd do, but few actually take the necessary steps to achieve it. Most people are very willing to start a workout routine, but quickly lose motivation and cease training before true benefits and lifestyle changes ta... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-motivate-yourself-to-get-in-shape.jpg http://factoidz.com/your-authentic-swing-part-one-mental-aspects/ http://factoidz.com/your-authentic-swing-part-one-mental-aspects/ The eight part in a series. Golfers are inundated from many sources with ‘swing tips’ that address effects, ju... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/your-authentic-swing-part-one-mental-aspects.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-on-the-grip/ http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-on-the-grip/ This is the seventh in a series of articles on playing better golf Ben Hogan called the achievement of gain... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-golf-swing-on-the-grip.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-breathing-tempo-in-golf/ http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-breathing-tempo-in-golf/ The fifth in a series of articles about the golf swing. Familiarity with previous articles would be of benefit. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-golf-swing-breathing-tempo-in-golf.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-stay-motivated-to-work-out/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-stay-motivated-to-work-out/ The hardest part of staying in shape is not being able to bench-press your body weight or do a thousand crunches.  On the contary - getting fit is all about peeling your lazy body off of the La-Z-Boy and forcing it to be active.  If you can actually get yourself to the gym, the hard part is behi... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-stay-motivated-to-work-out.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-the-truth-of-ball-location/ http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-the-truth-of-ball-location/ This is the fifth article in a series. It would be helpful to be familiar with previous installments. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-golf-swing-the-truth-of-ball-location.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-aiming-parallax-vision/ http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-aiming-parallax-vision/ This is the fourth article in a series. It would be helpful to be familiar with previous installments, you can view them on my Factoidz prof... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-golf-swing-aiming-parallax-vision.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-athletic-readiness/ http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-athletic-readiness/ Athletic readiness: You are not playing golf if you don’t have it. Athletic r... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-golf-swing-athletic-readiness.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-a-great-workout-in-your-home/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-get-a-great-workout-in-your-home/ The best thing to do is start out by doing some stretches. Whether you wash before or after the exercises is up to you. Some beginner stretches would be to swing your arms in all directions, and perhaps twisting your body at the same time to work muscles in your lower stomach. You can achieve this b... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-get-a-great-workout-in-your-home.jpg http://factoidz.com/full-body-workout-you-can-do-at-home/ http://factoidz.com/full-body-workout-you-can-do-at-home/ Many people spend hours in the gym lifting heavy weights and dropping hundreds if not thousands of dollars on memberships in a single year.  In fact, I am guilty of this myself. Well, perhaps not the ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/full-body-workout-you-can-do-at-home.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-a-look-at-the-four-axioms/ http://factoidz.com/the-golf-swing-a-look-at-the-four-axioms/ This article establishes implications that will prepare you to grasp the importance of further advice. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-golf-swing-a-look-at-the-four-axioms.jpg http://factoidz.com/an-introduction-to-the-golf-motion/ http://factoidz.com/an-introduction-to-the-golf-motion/ The intent of this article, and those that follow, is to make you a better golfer than you are now. The golfer’s swing is a... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/an-introduction-to-the-golf-motion.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-winter-day-hike/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-winter-day-hike/ There are many who enjoy a leisurely hike during the warm spring or summer months or during the fall foliage season, but there are far fewer who enjoy a winter hike.  For those who do venture out into the cold, you can bet on smaller crowds, a... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-prepare-for-a-winter-day-hike.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-become-a-falconer/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-become-a-falconer/ Many people have an idea of what falconry is, or have at least heard the term, but most know very little about what is actually involved in the sport, and what it takes to become a falconer. Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:29 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-become-a-falconer.jpg http://factoidz.com/flight-training-can-be-difficult-but-rewarding/ http://factoidz.com/flight-training-can-be-difficult-but-rewarding/ As a private pilot for over nine years I'm often asked if a pilot's license is difficult to obtain. Like anything worthwhile, learning to fly has it's difficulties, but none that aren't surmountable if it's something that you really want to do. I know pilots who took to flying quite naturally, but h... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/flight-training-can-be-difficult-but-rewarding.jpg http://factoidz.com/requirements-for-getting-an-faa-pilots-license/ http://factoidz.com/requirements-for-getting-an-faa-pilots-license/ The first step in getting a pilot’s license is deciding what you want to fly, you can choose among airplanes, gliders, helicopters etc. If you’re only interested in flying an ultralight... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/requirements-for-getting-an-faa-pilots-license.jpg http://factoidz.com/the-importance-of-geometry-in-sports-photography/ http://factoidz.com/the-importance-of-geometry-in-sports-photography/ You have probably seen it happen on TV or at a game before--a sports photographer gets hit by an athlete or a foul ball.  Having been on the sidelines many times, I can tell you that some collisions are inevitable.  Some of them, however, are due to a lack of understanding in Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/the-importance-of-geometry-in-sports-photography.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-buy-2009-super-bowl-43-tickets-in-tampa-florida/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-buy-2009-super-bowl-43-tickets-in-tampa-florida/ The 2009 "Big Game," Super Bowl 43 is coming to Florida in 2009. Super Bowl XLIII Tickets Here are some suggestions to check into obtaining to the purchase of 2009 Super Bowl Tickets: The ACC Football Championship game will kickoff at 1pm on Decemb... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-buy-2009-super-bowl-43-tickets-in-tampa-florida.jpg http://factoidz.com/how-to-relieve-altitude-sickness/ http://factoidz.com/how-to-relieve-altitude-sickness/ Vacationing in the beautiful mountains of Aspen, CO or any other popular mountainous resort, can be magical and enchanting. The glistening snow and crisp, clean air make the perfect scene for a relaxing and exciting experience. However, when traveling to these high altitude places, it's important to... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/how-to-relieve-altitude-sickness.jpg http://factoidz.com/reacquainting-yourself-with-mother-nature/ http://factoidz.com/reacquainting-yourself-with-mother-nature/ How would you like to tone your body, get some cardio, and a rockin' tan all at the same time?  The technology is closer than you think.  Look no further than...the great outdoors.  There are currently several ads out there encouraging kids to get out and play, but I assure you, adults need play ... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/reacquainting-yourself-with-mother-nature.jpg http://factoidz.com/letterboxing-a-modern-treasure-hunt-for-the-whole-family/ http://factoidz.com/letterboxing-a-modern-treasure-hunt-for-the-whole-family/ Picture a walk in your very own neighborhood park. Every turn in every walking path may seem familiar, yet there is so much you can't see. Behind each rock, under every fallen log, there may be a small, outwardly grubby box that contains treasure--messages from people around the world. Welcome to... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/letterboxing-a-modern-treasure-hunt-for-the-whole-family.jpg http://factoidz.com/dance-off-the-pounds-and-have-fun-doing-it/ http://factoidz.com/dance-off-the-pounds-and-have-fun-doing-it/ Have you ever wondered how the contestants on Dancing with the Stars get their lean, fit figures? Sure, they may lift weights, run, or do circuit training, but a huge factor to their lean physiques is from d... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/dance-off-the-pounds-and-have-fun-doing-it.jpg http://factoidz.com/lose-weight-firm-up-your-abs-what-the-infomercials-dont-tell-you/ http://factoidz.com/lose-weight-firm-up-your-abs-what-the-infomercials-dont-tell-you/ You have decided to get in shape. You want to lose weight, look and feel good, and of course, you want tight, firm abdominals to show off at the shore come Spring. This is a good news/bad news scenario, and we will start with the bad news first: Those ab machines, rubberbands, and other ridiculou... Wed, 31 Dec 1969 18:33:28 CST sports http://factoidz.com/wp-content/themes/gabtheme/images/lose-weight-firm-up-your-abs-what-the-infomercials-dont-tell-you.jpg