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How to Do the Ice Skating One-Foot Spin

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Once you are comfortable on ice skates and have learned the basics, you may want to attempt some advanced moves such as a spin. Spins can be performed on one or two feet. After you learn how to spin on two feet, you can learn the one-foot spin... more »

How to Do the Inside Foot Scoop Soccer Trick

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The inside foot scoop soccer trick is when a soccer player can kick up the ball with the inside of his or her foot, and he can then bounce it from one foot to the other. This trick increases coordination so it's a good technique to incorporate ... more »

How to Do the King Pigeon Pose

By Jonathan F.

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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 Leg Fake Soccer Move

By Maria O'Brien

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A good body fake will shake a defender while allowing you to quickly move to your intended position on the field. The leg fake soccer move works well for this purpose. It's a quick, simple move in which you use your legs and hips to make the ... more »

How to Do the Leg Spinner Soccer Trick

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The leg spinner soccer trick is an explosive freestyle maneuver. A Japanese juggler named Tatsulow, famous for his innovative and creative routines, invented the move. Like many other soccer tricks, the leg spinner requires precise timing and ... more »

How to Do the Mantra Meditation

By Meredith Simonds

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If you want to open your heart and mind, do the mantra meditation--repeating a mantra aloud, over and over again--to focus your concentration on sound instead of thoughts, emotions or distractions. Mentally and physically, you’ll feel ... more »

How to Do the Pilates 100 Exercise

By Julianne Jones

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Pilates was originally developed by a doctor to help his bed ridden patients remain fit and toned even when they couldn’t leave the bed. Those exercises have been adapted to the modern day, to help people stay fit. The focus of Pilates is ... more »

How to Do the Pilates Criss Cross Bicycle Exercise

By Meredith Simonds

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Though this is a Pilates exercise for beginners, the Pilates criss-cross bicycle exercise can be challenging. The benefits, though, are tighter obliques, which are your side abdominal muscles. As stated numerous times below, your obliques should ... more »

How to Do the Pilates Roll Over Exercise

By Meredith Simonds

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It takes a great deal of practice and control to master this exercise. But once you have it down, the Pilates roll over exercise is like getting three exercises in one – stretching the hamstrings, stretching the back and working the abs... 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 Relaxation Position in Hatha Yoga

By Meredith Simonds

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Though traditionally done after an asana practice, the relaxation position (Savasana) in Hatha Yoga is also ideal for re-energizing yourself when you’re feeling stressed or tired. Instead of focusing on situations outside of yourself, ... more »

How to Do the Reversal Throw Move in Sambo Martial Arts

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A reversal throw in Sambo martial arts allows you to reverse your opponent's attack and turn it against him. This move can be applied to any martial arts or MMA competition. Concentrate on executing it quickly and cleanly... more »

How to Do the RKO Like Randy Orton

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The RKO is the finishing move of two-time WWE Champion Randy Orton. The youngest heavyweight champion in WWE history is also their first 3rd generation superstar. Orton is one of the sneakiest and dirtiest wrestlers in the business. He is ... 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 Squat Jump Exercise

By Wirnani Garner

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Plyometrics are exercises that involve repetitive muscle contraction and rapid stretching to boost muscle power. The squat jump is one of the most common plyometric exercises chosen by athletes; especially those who are into sports that require ... 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 the Virasana Hero with Yoga Blocks

By Dana Severson

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Virasana, or hero pose, is a basic sitting posture in yoga often used for purposes of meditation. Some people find it difficult to get into this pose, so the use of yoga blocks can help those with limited flexibility enjoy the many benefits of ... more »

How to Do the Wide Angle Seated Forward Bend in Yoga

By Dana Severson

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The Wide-Angle Seated Forward Bend, or Upavistha Konasana, is a standard posture that is often used to prepare the body for other seated forward bends, wide-angle poses and various twists. This is one of those yoga poses that looks quite easy to ... more »

How to Do the Yoga Circular Exercise for Back Pain

By Meredith Simonds

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Few things limit our daily activity as much as back pain does-–whether you’re running a marathon or just walking to work. Sometimes even sitting or lying down isn’t enough to bring back pain relief. Gentle exercises can help ... more »

How to Do the Yoga Cycle Stretches for Back Pain

By Meredith Simonds

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Millions of us suffer from back pain, which can be caused by any number of things, including nerve problems, disc problems, muscular problems and osteoarthritis. Unless otherwise instructed by a doctor, do the yoga cycle stretches for back pain ... more »

How to Do Toe Locks in Yoga

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Working toward a toe lock in yoga can be quite the challenge. Work into the move in incremental steps, and soon enough, you'll be locked... more »

How to Do Vinyasa Yoga Breathing Patterns

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There are many pranayamas (breathing exercises) in yoga, but the most practiced in Vinyasa is the Ujjayi breath. The pattern for Ujjayi breath is fairly simple once you find your own rhythm and rate. Here is a step-by-step way to pattern your ... 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 Wrist Rotation Yoga Exercises

By Meredith Simonds

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Though they often bear a great deal of weight, stress and strain, our wrists are relatively small joints made up of delicate ligaments and tendons. The best way to avoid injury and pain is to keep them flexible, which you can accomplish in just 5 ... more »

How to Do Yoga Abdominal Stretch Poses

By Laura Leiva

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Yoga has been used for thousands of years to enhance the mind, body and soul. Learn how to receive the best benefits from a yoga abdominal stretch in just a few minutes each day.. more »

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