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How to Choose Children's Ski Gloves and Mittens

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For the sake of both warmth and decreased fidgeting capacity, mittens are far superior to gloves when kids are skiing... more »

How to Choose Food for Cold Weather Backpacking

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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You burn about twice as many calories backpacking in the winter than you do during your normal daily life. You'll need to eat plentiful amounts of hot foods and calorie-rich foods to keep warm, so forget about starting that diet until you're out ... more »

How to Choose Food for Competitive Eating

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Competitive eating events are a regular feature at fairs and festivals throughout the country. The most famous is Nathan's Famous International 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, New York. With many qualifying events leading up ... more »

How to Choose Music for Step Aerobics

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The music you choose for your step aerobics routine will depend upon your age, level of fitness and personal preferences. The tempo of your workout is the key factor in determining what type of music you choose... more »

How to Choose Shoes for Tennis

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If you are a tennis player, a good pair of tennis shows is every bit as important as a good racquet. Even if you are a beginner, shoes that fit properly will prevent your feet from getting tired and sore and will allow you to stay on the court ... more »

How to choose the gym that's right for you

By Karen Cotton

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Joining a gym is a big commitment for both your body and your purse. A fitness facilty should not only match your needs in terms of equipment but your personality... more »

How to Choose the Right Bicycle Tour

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Bicycling is a great way to see an area and exercise at the same time. Tours vary greatly, from many uphill miles to a few flat ones, from high-end hotels to camping out, from guided to self-guided tours. The more you know before you decide, the ... more »

How to Choose the Right Footwear for Walking

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The success of walking for sport or recreation depends on choosing the right footwear. Because walking exerts stress on your feet, ankles and knees, wearing supportive footwear can prevent injury. Choose footwear that fits you well. Make sure it ... more »

How to Choose the Right Gear for Bicycle Commuting

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The bicycle itself will be the biggest purchase in your conversion to bike commuting, but a variety of accessories can enhance the safety and comfort of your ride... more »

How to Choose the Right Sized Basketball

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Using the right sized basketball affects a basketball player's ability to improve their ball handling skills and prevents injury. Take time to learn how to select the right ball for your age, gender and needs... more »

How to choose the right weight for strength training

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Strength training is any exercise you do against some kind of resistance. This resistance can be machines, free weights, tubing or your own body weight. Strength training can help you to lose weight since muscles burn more calories then fat at ... more »

How to Choose Water Skis for Jumping

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Choose the proper skis for jumping to avoid dangerous and painful falls... more »

How to Choreograph a Figure Skating Routine

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Choreographing a figure skating routine takes a lot of preparation and time to complete. Not only must you know the rules of your competition, you must also be creative in imagining an appropriate and beautiful routine. A few tips can help you ... more »

How to Clean a Horse Hoof for Riding

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Horse hooves are circular in shape with a triangle of flesh inset at the base called a frog. The hoof itself is cartilage, like your fingernail, and needs to be cleaned at least twice a day to remove debris caught between the shoe and the hoof... more »

How to Clean a Wet Suit

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If you are just learning to surf, you’ll find that besides your surfboard, a good wet suit is a great investment. Even in the warmest months, ocean water can be cold. But you need to take good care of your suit to keep to extend its life. Here’s how... more »

How to Clean Golf Grips

By Christine Sostarich

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Dirt and oils from your hands can cause your grips to deteriorate. Hardened and cracked grips can hurt your game. If you clean them regularly, you won't have to replace them quite as often... more »

How to Clean In-Line Skates

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Cleaning your skates after rotating the wheels or after riding through muddy or sandy terrain will help you maintain your reputation as The Flash... more »

How to Clean Smelly Surf Booties

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If you are just learning to surf and braving the cold winter and spring water, you should definitely invest in some surf booties. They’ll keep your feet warm, and keep you in the water surfing for as long as possible in the cooler months. Surf ... more »

How to Clean the Snow Off the Bottom of Your Ski Boots

By Allen R. Smith

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Skiing is great fun and easy to learn. Occasionally, after a fall it's necessary to clean the bottom of your ski boots, removing the snow before clicking back into your bindings. This insures that your equipment will function properly and keep ... more »

How to Cliff Dive

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People engage in the risky sport of cliff diving all over the world. The sport originated in Hawaii where men dove off of great cliffs to prove their courage and loyalty. You should always take the necessary steps to insure safety. It can mean ... more »

How to Climb a Chimney in Rock Climbing

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Chimney climbing is often required on longer traditional climbs. It's a valuable skill to have for classics and big walls... more »

How to Climb Antarctica's Vinson

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Tired of hiking the overcrowded hill in your backyard and looking for a real mountaineering adventure? Then Antarctica's Mt. Vinson is for you. Amidst the icy isolation of Earth's southernmost continent stands Vinson's 16,067-foot summit, ... more »

How to climb Mountain Kenya

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Mountain climbing is no mean task. Before you do,know your psychological, physical strengths and weaknesses.Meaning you to be medically certified fit.High altitude in mountains brings sickness like nose bleeding.Key advice is "dont rush to ... more »

How to Climb Routes on an Indoor Climbing Wall

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Indoor rock climbing is a popular way to train for outdoor climbing and provides opportunities for those in non-mountainous regions to participate in the sport. The indoor climbing wall has many routes of varying degrees so that all levels of ... more »

How to Coach

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A good coach can help an athlete rise to the top of their sport. Coaching requires a delicate balance of firm instruction and gentle guidance. Effective coaches know the ins, outs and perils of the sport they coach. It's equally important to ... more »

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