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How to Do the FMX Superman Trick

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Ever wanted to fly through the air like Superman? In the Freestyle Motocross (FMX) world, this is a common occurrence. But, unlike the Man of Steel, you'll need a motorcycle and a ramp to pull off the FMX Superman trick... more »

How to Do the Hook Kick Using Jeet Kune Do

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Developed by Jun Fan, more commonly known as the actor and martial arts star Bruce Lee, jeet kune do is a unique form of martial arts which combines many Eastern martial arts as well as boxing and fencing. With a few tips, you can learn the ... more »

How to Do the Jump Inside Crescent Kick in Kung Fu

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Jumping movements are frequent in Kung Fu and stem back to the more traditional side of the art. In ancient china, where Kung Fu first developed, often people had to kick their would-be opponents off their horses with the first kick. Below are ... more »

How to Do the King Pigeon Pose

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The King Pigeon, as per its name, is a powerful position. As an advanced pose, however, it should only be attempted only after practicing the more simple Pigeon Poses... more »

How to Do the Marine Corps 3-Mile Run

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The 3-mile run portion of the Marine Corps physical fitness test-—the PFT—-is considered by many to be the most physically and mentally demanding of the three events. It is a critical assessment not only of a Marine’s fitness, but also his or ... more »

How to Do the Mountain Climbing Stance in Kung Fu

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The mountain climbing stance is similar to the generic kung fu front or forward stance at first glance, but it is a separate stance with a different purpose. Many styles designate the mountain climbing stance as a woman's stance because it helps ... more »

How to Do the Pilates Plank

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The Pilates Plank is a classic exercise used to strengthen and elongate arm and abdominal muscles. The Plank can be modified in many ways and is easy to do, making it an effective exercise for anyone, even if you don't practice Pilates. Follow ... more »

How to Do the Pull-Up for the Marine Corps PFT

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The Marine Corps pull-up is the single exercise that distinguishes the USMC physical fitness test—-the PFT-—from that of other armed services in which the push-up exercise is used. The pull-up is done for score only by male Marines, female ... more »

How to Do the Rolling Knee Bar Move in Sambo

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Sambo is a martial art that combines various styles of wrestling and judo to create an effective self defense system. The word Sambo is an acronym of Russian words that means "Self defense without a weapon." The modern style of Sambo is designed ... more »

How to Do the Rosarito to Ensenada Bike Ride

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Have you always wanted to do a longer organized bike ride but were intimidated by high mileage, sleek athletes in spandex, and adrenaline-fueled competitive hammerheads? Here’s the bike ride for you: the Rosarito to Ensenada Ride, a few hours ... more »

How to Do the Single Leg Stance in Kung Fu

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The single leg stance is used extensively in Chinese martial arts for both armed and unarmed combat. The raised leg allows for quick blocks and counterkicks. It also allows the student to squarely face opponents while protecting the groin. The ... more »

How to Do the Sweet Chin Music

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Shawn Michaels' Sweet Chin Music superkick is one of the most exciting moves in WWE wrestling. An opponent can be taken out by Sweet Chin Music in less than a second, but Michaels first tries to wear the opponent down and build the crowd up with ... more »

How to Do the Three-Turn Exercise in Figure Skating

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The three-turn is a basic figure skating turn that you use to change direction on the ice. Unlike the Mohawk turn, which also changes the skater's direction, you do not change feet, but simply spin and use the opposite edge of your blade. You can ... more »

How to Do the Triangle Choke in Brazilian Jujitsu

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Strangely enough, the triangle choke in Brazilian Jujitsu was made famous when Mel Gibson performed it in Lethal Weapon I. The entire fight sequence, of which the triangle choke was the final move, had been choreographed by the famous Gracie ... more »

How to Do Volley Shots in Soccer

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The volley in soccer is a tough shot to master. Even professionals have a hard time consistently pulling it off. Fortunately for soccer players, the opportunity to hit the shot rarely comes up, so it's not entirely necessary to know the skill. ... more »

How to Do Wrestling Moves Like Sabu

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Sabu is one of the most hardcore wrestlers in professional wrestling. A second-generation superstar, he managed to be successful in the WWE and ECW and still wrestles successfully on the independent circuit. If you want to get "extreme" like the ... more »

How to Do Yoga Exercises at Work

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Yoga is a great way to improve flexibility and reduce stress. Sitting at a desk all day at work can definitely have negative effects on your body; some gentle stretching and yoga exercises will help counter those effects... more »

How to Do Your Grocery Shopping on Your Bicycle

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Americans drive 84% of the time, even though most of our trips are less than 2 miles long. Why not ride your bike to do your errands instead? Biking is fun, saves money on a car, reduces stress, can save time if you would otherwise go to the gym ... more »

How to Do Zumba

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A fun alternative to basic exercise, Zumba uses lively dance moves and energetic music to engage the participant. A Latin-based style of exercise, Zumba routines burn calories and improve coordination. Learn how to do Zumba to refresh your ... more »

How to Download Free Workout Routines

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We all know we need to exercise, but it's tough to hit the gym every day. Working out at home is ideal, but most of us struggle with a good workout routine to do on our own. Thanks to the Internet, you can download free workout routines that are ... more »

How to Draft a Winning Fantasy Basketball Center

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Drafting a center in fantasy basketball is almost as challenging as it is for real life NBA teams to find a reliable center. A good and reliable center is the main building block for any winning fantasy basketball team. Read on to learn how to ... more »

How to Draft a Winning Fantasy Soccer Midfielder

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Fielding a successful fantasy soccer team begins with a winning fantasy draft. Owners who put the effort forth to study the players available in the draft should be prepared to have their team finish in the top of the league standings... more »

How to Dress for Capoeira

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Practitioners of a sport which requires kicks and elaborate dance-like moves cannot be restricted by clothing. They must be able to move quickly and gracefully. For this, capoeira rules have a specific dress code that every capoeirist must abide by... more »

How to Dress for Krav Maga

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When you sign up for a Krav Maga self defense or fighting class, you need to know what to wear for the classes. Required attire may vary from one location to another or even upon the preference of the instructor. Use the guidelines that follow to ... more »

How to Dress for Nordic Skiing

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Wear a multitude of layers when skiing. You can always remove clothes, but you can't put them on if you didn't bring them... more »

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