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Hohenstein researchers improve functional sportswear

SotB — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 07:03:12 PDT

Tests show the wide range of thermo-physiological properties in sports textiles German manufacturers of sports textiles are among the most innovative companies in the textile industry. Researchers at the Hohenstein Institute in Bönnigheim are helping these companies to improve the functional properties of their textiles by developing practical construction guidelines. In a recently completed research project: (AiF No. 15481 N), with funding from the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi) provided through the Federation of Industrial Research Associations (AIF), they drew specific...

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Skydiving Wollongong will fill you with excitement

SotB — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 09:48:19 PDT

Wollongong is a large city in the state of NSW in Australia which is known for skydiving, among other things. The facilities provided to the skydivers are excellent, and the scenic beauty of the Wollongong skies attracts thousands of skydiving enthusiasts every year. Skydiving Wollongong is famous for the beautiful water view that a skydiver gets during his free fall. Skydiving, as a sporting activity for recreational purposes started in eighty’s though it has been around for quite some time as a military exercise for the soldiers. For those who are always on the lookout for some...

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Study explains science of soccer

SotB — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 06:35:38 PDT

With the attention of sports fans worldwide focused on South Africa and the 2010 FIFA World Cup, U.S. scientist John Eric Goff has made the aerodynamics of the soccer ball a focus of his research. In an article appearing in the magazine Physics Today this month, Goff examines the science of soccer and explains how the world’s greatest players are able to make a soccer ball do things that would seem to defy the forces of nature. Goff’s article looks at the ball’s changing design and how its surface roughness and asymmetric air forces contribute to its path once it leaves a...

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Boxing Lessons

SotB — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:54:58 PDT

So how do you get involved in the great sport of boxing? Well you might be lucky enough to have a boxing gym or two with decent trainers nearby, but what if you don’t? Maybe you are unsure if you want to go that far and would prefer to just practice at home first to see if boxing is the right sport for you? There again, maybe cash is a bit tight or there just isn’t a boxing gym nearby? Yeah of course you can practice at home, and luckily boxing is the type of sport where you don’t have to pay out a whole lot of cash to lay your hands (no pun intended) on the basic boxing...

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Why Board Sports Are So Fun

SotB — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:33:17 PDT

I don’t what it is about water board sports but they happen to be very fun and very addicting. It may be because of the unique challenge that lies in each board sport that make it appealing. It may be because of the natural attraction that humans have to the water be it a lake, river or ocean. Or it may be simply being outdoors that make millions of people each year want to hit the water with their different types of boards. Here’s a list of the different types of board sports that we can all enjoy during the summer months unless you happen to be lucky and live in a warm/hot...

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Significance of good and reliable baseball equipment

SotB — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:39:03 PDT

If you possess a passion for baseballs, one of the favorite recreational sports and you are looking for baseball training aids, the best place to look for varieties is Internet. The main reason is that buying baseball equipment can be very expensive. You need baseball turf shoes and other baseball equipment as well. When you will make the list you will feel that costs add up dramatically. If children join a club they have to buy all the baseball equipment if they are interested to join the team. This makes the purchase even more expensive. Baseball helmet is very important for any baseball...

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The World Cup in HD Around the World

SotB — Mon, 31 May 2010 17:25:18 PDT

The world is eagerly awaiting the beginning of one of its biggest sporting events, The World Cup, set to take place in June in South Africa this year. Soccer is probably one of the most popular sports played throughout the world, though it has only been received with mild enthusiasm in the U.S. Many, however, hope that with greater access to this game, played around the world, and with the particular excitement that The Cup generates, people in the states will grow more curious about a sport which is the heart and soul of so many countries worldwide. This certainly might become the case with...

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Coaching Drills For Basketball – Reduce Costly Turnovers With These Easy Drills

SotB — Fri, 28 May 2010 08:50:13 PDT

Coaching Drills For Basketball are a vital part of a coach’s repertoire. There are many drills that can improve your players overall skills if worked consistently and with purpose. Whether you are looking to lower turnovers, grab more rebounds, play better defense, or shoot better free throws, there are drills that can help you achieve those goals and turn them into strengths. Here are some reasons why so MANY coaches rely heavily on drills to get serious results; -Lower the amount of turnovers per game -Learn to play lock down defense -Shoot a better free throw percentage -Shoot a...

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Flatland Skimboarding Tricks

SotB — Tue, 25 May 2010 06:40:51 PDT

As far as we know flatland skimboarding has been around since the 1970′s, back when skimboards were just a circular disk. Around the 90′s is when flatland skimboarding really took off and people started using ramps and rails to do tricks. Even now indoor skimboard parks are popping up around the U.S. making it become even more popular. There’s many different kinds of tricks (actually limitless tricks) that can be performed while flatland skimboarding. We’re going to give you some of the most popular ones first. 1. Ollies: * Ollie: Is basically just a jump into the air...

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Choose The Right Tennis Equipments

SotB — Sun, 23 May 2010 18:09:32 PDT

Tennis is one of the most entertaining games. Whether you are an ardent tennis lover and want to be the next tennis champion or a beginner, selecting the right tennis equipments can be a great investment. It can prove to be advantageous for your game. There are a number of things that you may need to purchase for your tennis tournament or practice. Racquet is one of the essential tennis equipments that need to be bought. Choosing the right racquet is very essential. If you want to become a successful tennis champ, you need to buy the correct racquet. There are some useful tips for the people...

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