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The Best Sport in the World – FootballJun 11
Now, before you get ready to fire off a nasty email on account of mine thinking Football (soccer) is the best sport in the world, take a breath of calm. Nobody is making you read this and you're free to roll your mouse cursor to the northeast corner of your screen and just close this window out now if you're just going to complain about what's written here. I hear lots of people go on about how their favorite sport is the best game in the world. Those are matters of opinion, and this is just my own opinion, along with a few good facts to back up the claim that Football is the best sport in the world.
Like most articles about a person's favorite sport, mine is going to begin with a recount of my first game. I was young; a lot younger than I am now, let me tell you. The world was my oyster, so to speak, and I thought I could do anything if I had the will for it. Maybe it had more to do with me being in the prime of my life than Football itself, but I loved the game.
It didn't matter that I haven't scored on my first real game – some of the best players in the world go through an entire match without a goal to their credit. However, I did set up a couple other players to score, entrenching in my mind the idea that teamwork can make or break a sports team. That's truer in Football than in any other game, I'd say.
At present, there are five solid reasons I can come up with, each of which supports my claim that Football really is the best sport in the world. You may disagree with my ultimate synopsis, but it would be difficult even for die-hard fans of other sports to argue with the following points:
The Skills Required Are Not Commonplace
For instance, and this is an immediately apparent point even to those watching their first soccer game; Football requires a ridiculous amount of coordination and a high level of physical fitness for players who want to be successful. Anyone can grab a ball and run around while holding it, or even toss it to another person, but Football isn't like that (except for the keepers who can use their hands, of course). Have you ever even tried dribbling a soccer ball? It's hard enough to do while stationary, but major and minor league Football players all need to be able to move their bodies while moving the ball.
I have to say, that was one of the hardest things for me to get right. It's also a point with which many of my younger players struggle, especially if they're just getting into the game of Football and don't have previous experience playing outside of our team. While American Football focuses on individuals passing, kicking or carrying a ball, soccer demands that every player be proficient in all of these actions, so the skill required to play the game well is higher, hands down.
The Whole World Knows Football
Speaking of American Football, that's pretty popular in the States, Canada and a couple other places. However, it doesn't have the worldwide appeal of which traditional Football is possessed. My favorite sport in the world is actually played throughout the world, which is a big help in maintaining its humongous fan base. Just look at the World Cup and all the buzz surrounding it this year – the Superbowl can't come close to comparing, and I'm not even mentioning other end of seasons sports events like the World Series of baseball, the Stanley Cup of hockey or other "big" games.
Players and Fans Are Passionate
There's another word for the buzz surrounding Football: Passion. I know I'm passionate about the game. I know other people get really into it too – just look at all the protests in Brazil about the games held in the country and you'll quickly see that tempers can flare up into full-blown fires with very little help. This is just the passion of viewers, mind you. The players take Football even more seriously.
For us, it's something to watch after work or during off time, but for the players? Football is their livelihood. While I'm out coaching young people on how to play the game properly, those who play Football at a professional level are literally risking their lives and limbs out on that field.
Memorable Athletes
That passion which goes into each player's game makes for some truly memorable moments. Now I know, I know, there are scoring plays in every sport that get fans talking and make for some nice conversation with friends and family after the game. However, how often is it that a scoring drive is remembered – and talked about – decades after the game it happened in has been decided?
Famous players like Pele, Messi and others still get fans talking today, which is more than can be said for bygone athletes from other sports. If you don't believe it, go ahead and ask a grandparent about their favorite Football player. You'll probably be surprised at the answer you get.
The Scoring
Naturally, one of the most exciting parts of Football is the scoring of goals, just like scoring plays in pretty much every sport. There's just such an amazing feeling that comes with scoring a goal and bringing your team that much closer to beating your opponents; it's hard for me to describe. One thing that's easy to describe, though, is the most exciting goal a person has ever seen.
Those major scoring plays really stick with a person. Most soccer fans will be able to come up with the time, the place, the players and other facts surrounding a goal, in addition to the scoring play itself. They might even go back to an old game and watch that play over and over, memorizing it like a film fan memorizes their favorite scene from a movie. While this isn't exclusive to Football, I'm positive there are more memories like this dedicated to Football, simply due to the great number of Football fans in the world.
Top 10 Reasons for Active LifestyleJun 19
There are really too many reasons to list them all here, but getting physically fit and embracing an active lifestyle has always been good for people. I tell that my students and players all the time, but finding a fitness regimen and sticking to it isn't just good for improving your performance in the football matches – it's absolutely vital to maintaining positive health and being comfortable with your own body. So I've decided to list out top 10 reasons on how living active lifestyle can benefit your everyday life:
Increased Energy
This is kind of a no-brainer for me, but I've got plenty of athletic training experience and kind of have an edge when it comes to physical fitness. For everyone else, it's important to know that increased physical activity actually leads to more energy, not less.
Faster Metabolism
I mentioned it above, but an increased metabolic rate is a kind of double benefit to getting active. While it will help your body's cells to get more oxygen, heightened metabolism helps to break down sugars, fats and proteins faster, getting all that extra energy into your blood at a quicker rate than if you were just sitting around.
Improved Appearance
Men and women everywhere are looking for attractive and healthy mates. Giving your body a bit of muscle tone could do more than just improve your perception of yourself – it could also improve the way others perceive you. Naturally, there's no beating genetics, so if you're from a family of short and stocky people, don't expect to change that.
Handling Stress Better
When some people get stressed out, they reach for calorie-rich foods that are typically high in fat, cholesterol and other things which aren't necessarily good for the eater. If only those people would reach for some free weights instead! There is paramount research that physical activity helps to reduce stress levels and improve the moods of people.
Strengthened Immune System
An active lifestyle won't just make you physically stronger – it will also make your immune system stronger. This, in turn, will lead to an increased ability to fight off infections and get over illnesses quickly.
Faster Physical Recovery
From small scrapes and cuts to serious physical injuries, recovery times can be cut considerably by getting active. Although it might be more difficult following an invasive surgery or other event, staying active will maintain muscle tissue and boost white blood cell counts.
Improved Focus
There's a certain sharpening of the senses that goes along with increased physical activity. That is thanks to improved circulation and increased oxygen levels in the brain. If you want to increase your focus, increase your level of physical activity.
Increased Endurance
This benefit is easy to spot, even for amateurs. The more you do, the more you will be able to do.
Greater Flexibility
This particular benefit could be garnered just by stretching every day, but there's no denying how helpful increased flexibility can be. Avoiding injuries that plague stiffer people is a great perk to exercise.
Greater Lean Body Mass
No, I don't mean a greater weight, not necessarily. Did you know that 5 kg of fat takes up about 5 times as much space as 5 kg of muscle? Converting the former to the latter will help to improve your overall health, since muscle tissue burns through calories faster than fat tissue.
So here you go! Are you ready now to go outside and take a nice run? Or maybe do some squats? All in all it's up to you to choose on how you want to feel now and years late. As for me, my everyday training routine is football – the best game in the world – it gives me strength and power to live a better and fulfilling life. Stay healthy!
Practical Steps into Becoming the Peaceful WarriorJun 19
Anger is generally a destructive force. While it could be used toward some good by building something up rather than breaking something down, anger often comes on too suddenly and hormones are rushing through a person's brain when the time to make a decision comes. That state of mind can make it difficult even for level-headed people to make the right choice – it's effectively like acting under duress.
Because of this, I recommend trying to keep calm throughout the day, rather than succumbing to those small, annoying things which can so quickly pile up at work, at home and elsewhere. It isn't necessarily an easy thing to do, but learning how to better deal with those small annoyances will help a lot later on, when something more serious happens. Think of it as a kind of training for the mind rather than the body.
There is no panacea for anger or a short temper. Like improving yourself in many other ways, getting a better handle on your anger is going to take some time and practice. If you follow these practical steps when you feel rage building, you can help abate it and not get so worked up.
Breathe Deeply
You've probably heard something about taking deep breaths to settle down before, but it's still a step many angry people ignore or fail to recall when they get mad. More oxygen in your blood means more oxygen in your brain, which is what's behind your decision making process. That one sharp breath could give you the little bit of clarity you need to prevent yourself from overreacting to a tense situation.
Consider Perspective
Getting angry isn't an excuse to go crazy and do something violent or obscene. You have to consider your perspective before you let anger get the better of your higher thought processes. You're not someone who has no control, and you know the difference between right and wrong. Don't forget about that just because you get mad at something – or somebody.
Remember Some Anger is Justified
While actions people perform in anger may be hard to condone, the act of getting angry itself is nothing to be ashamed about. It's a perfectly natural response to being slighted, hurt, lied to or otherwise cheated in some way. Attaching a stigma to getting angry can cause some conflicting feelings when it does happen, which might make it harder to do the right thing when upset. You may not be able to control getting angry, but you do have control over how you act out those negative feelings.
Should You Be Angry?
If you're facing a situation and you aren't sure if you should be mad or not, the odds are very good you shouldn't be. Every little thing that happens shouldn't get a reaction out of you as if it were something serious or major. Not only does this go over poorly with others, but it can lead to many sharp spikes in your blood pressure and pulse throughout the day.
My Acquaintance with Sport in BrazilAug 21
As a football coach for junior level teams in and around Manchester, I've spent a lot of time teaching people how to play football. It's a popular sport here in the United Kingdom, but if you were paying attention to the world cup coverage this year than you know how much more popular it is in Brazil. I recently visited Brazil, which I believe is the spiritual capital of football. I was looking to find other sports which are highly popular with the people of Brazil, and I ended up discovering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Let me tell you a little more about that.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a mixed martial arts style that focuses on downing an opponent quickly and efficiently, with a minimum of wasted movement and energy between strikes, parries and attacks. It's a very fluid fighting style which requires a sort of elegance to pull off effectively, so it's not for everyone. Big bruisers with bulky muscle aren't as mobile as smaller, trimmer people who are just as healthy but lighter on their feet. For them, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu may not be the best choice of martial arts.
Combat is entertaining regardless of where you are in the world. In some places, people fill up event halls to watch two boxers bash each other upside the head for a number of rounds. In other places, it's all about seeing how far and how hard one person can throw an opponent. Combat, fighting, it sells if you ask me. It's like the best type of drama, because you have clear sides at the start and the story is resolved in a short amount of time. A fight is far different from a book, that's for sure.
Because it's so popular in so many places, I kind of figured that some sort of martial arts or combat sport would rank highly in Brazil, up there with other popular sports like Football. I didn't know it would be Jiu Jitsu though. Back in the day, I heard a lot about Brazilian kickboxing and Muay Thai, which is a combat style focusing on the use of legs to attack and defend. Apparently they've come up with something even better, because this was what I saw studios all over advertising when I was visiting.
I saw gear for the sport in various retail outlets as well. Seeing as the people appeared to be so serious about Jiu Jitsu, I figured it would be a good idea to pick up some souvenirs for myself – a decent Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gi and a true quality grappling dummy. That second bit was especially heavy and a real pain to fly back home, but it's got to be the best training dummy I've ever seen. It feels like hitting muscle when I hit it, and there aren't any sharp metal bits of patches of thin stuffing hiding under the exterior that I've noticed yet.
The gi is the ideal outfit for training of all types. It is non-restrictive clothing, allowing for free movement. It's nice for just walking around in during the day too, but it's really intended for combat and training alone.
My Visit to Zombie Survival CampJul 20
Though I do like adventure sports and game to some real bone chilling adventure, I was not that much into the ghost busting or troll hunting thing. My adventure into the dark, eerie and forbidden world was very much limited to watching ghost buster movies and Halloween costumes. But while all these horror filled things did not appeal to me much, the Zombie camps certainly roused my curiosity.
Are they as frightening and terrifying as promised? I enlisted myself in a Zombie Boot Camp deciding to try the camp for myself and find out what the ruckus was all about. Zombies are already dead and I didn't know why make such a fuss about dead and decaying creatures.
Training day
There are specially trained military guides who helped me out with my battle with the Zombies. I was given full weapon paraphernalia to fight the imaginary and fictional characters. With the weapon equipment, you also receive a uniform, with high quality military boots. The tools I had with me included pistols, grenades and rifles. I was taught on how to handle these survival tools.
This was followed closely by a briefing on how I would take on the enemy and dispatch them as fast as I can. I was now part of the heroic mission of annihilating the zombie hordes and cleaning the warehouse (World?) of the evil zombies
The Mission
The main mission involved clearing the Zombie infested facility of which the guard force gave a detailed briefing. Now all I'd to do was unleash the power of my tools on the Zombies, which I did with much enthusiasm. After all it is not every day that you get to play with such deadly tools. The paint guns along with the riot tools were worked on the wily zombies.
I was given specific instruction on how I need to stick with my team and render the dead zombies a final deadly blow. After I'd successfully neutralized the zombies who I encountered, I was sent back to base and readied for deployment again. I'd by then got the hang of the whole thing and started to get into the spirit of the battle. The gear along with the boots made me look really mean and strong.
Warehouse attack
The attack on the warehouse is the actual one with the earlier attack serving as a rehearsal. I was faced with a warehouse packed to the full by dead Zombies who nevertheless were wandering about in a stupor.
I was then paired with another volunteer and we were supposed to attack and destroy the zombies as a team. Now all I'd to do was repeat my earlier action sequence with the guns. The only addition here was I got to use the grenades to clear out entire rooms. And if still the zombies came at you, the next and only option was to take them on in hand to hand combat.
The entire mission lasted for 4 horror filled hours, after which I was clearly disabused of the notion of apocalypse and aliens.
Motorcycle + Football = MotoballJul 19
I had a surprise encounter with a weird game this summer, a motoball match, when my friend conned me into playing it. Have you ever heard of football being associated with motorcycles? Well Motoball is a game, which involves players riding on their motorcycles and doing dangerous and risky stunts with the ball. For those with feeble minds this is certainly not the sport of choice to watch.
I've not played the game before, as it is not that popular in America. It is however a well-known game in Europe. You can see many countries with their own national motoball team. I can hear you asking, 'What exactly is Motoball?' It is type of soccer but a more violent, cutthroat and hellish version. Russia has some of the best motoball players in the world.
Though initially I'd some doubts regarding the game and its fast pace, soon I got caught in the thrill and incongruity of the game. My lucky moto boots brought us a win that day and such was the potency that I'm still reeling from the effects of the game. So for those of you who do not know about the game, here is how it is played.
• The game is held for 40 minutes, which is split into 2 20 minute halves
• The motoball match uses the same field as a normal football game including the goal posts.
• There are two teams present with each team having 5 players, namely four motorcycle riders and a goalkeeper
• When a rider nears a ball, he halts the bike with one foot and uses the other to kick the ball.
• There are 2 referees to officiate the game and 2 linesmen aid in the process
• A red area which is a zone where the driver cannot enter is the spot where the goalkeeper stands.
The eight riders can pick up a speed of over 65 miles per hour, while they chase the ball. To play a motoball match, a player should have highly talented maneuvering skills and super-fast reflexes. Sitting on a motorcycle and hitting the ball needs high power and control on the part of the rider. The game has some rules that are drawn for player safety including no smashing of the ball, but these are few compared to the things that the players do leaving them much at the mercy of the game.
The motorcycles used generally have twin shock absorbers and are fitted with some safety additions like chain guards that are fully covered from top to bottom. The edges are rounded and the ground clearance is minimized with a small sized frame to prevent the ball from getting under the bike. Yamaha, BSA C15, Hondas and Bultacos are some of the bikes used for the game. Players need to have strong and sturdy boots with good grip to maneuver the ball around.
Though the sight of grown men riding on motorcycles and going after a ball can look absurd, the game has its own group of fanatic followers and can take you for a rough ride, if you can stomach the bizarre game.
A Barbecue party For the Win!Jul 18
I still remember the day my junior football team won their first match. I was thrilled beyond belief and the boys got so excited that it took them some time to get down to earth. They really put everything they learnt into the game and went at it with such a passion that I really wished that I too was out there maneuvering the ball.
Since I grew up in a family that always had barbecues for whatever occasion we can think of, I decided to hold a barbecue for the boys to celebrate their win. My father was a pro at barbecuing and took great care and did elaborate preparations whenever we had a barbecue party at home. The smell of roasting meat has me salivating even now.
I always associate BBQ with family and friends, relaxed atmosphere and lazing around in the pool with friends. My father always preferred having absolute control for making roasting meat. We used the traditional barbecue pit. But since I didn't have the time or the inclination, like my dad, to start from scratch, for the party I used decent BBQ smoker.
Poolside BBQ
I'd picked out the backyard of my home, which had the right amount of space to hold the boys without appearing too crowded. I'd put up the grill in the patio area, so it didn't get in the way of the boys enjoying their victory. Poolside barbecues are the best, but when there are children around, you need to ensure that the pool is properly protected. Since I'd not expected any such trouble from the boys, I was not concerned about the open pool, though I did check in on them now and then.
I'd put up some folding chairs, which I'd borrowed from my neighbors to seat all of them, which I need not have bothered in the first place, as you know how boys are. They just can't sit still, even while they eat.
Appetizing and hearty food
I'd decided on a simple, but hearty meal of burgers, hot dogs and potluck. Since I'd held the party to celebrate the win, I took care of the coke and other soft drinks. For the drinks, I'd placed the cooler in the garage. I'd also added ice cream cones for dessert.
Barbecues are casual parties where the food preparation should not take much time, nor should it have too many courses. If children are present, a menu that suits their palates should be picked out and they should be served well in advance, before the adults take over.
Best BBQ
We had a smashing time at the barbecue and seeing the boys' enthusiasm and the way they enjoyed it, I vowed to repeat it soon. To enjoy a barbecue to the maximum, a friendly ambience is must. Keeping the area swept clean of leaves and weeding the plants will give a neat and well-kept look. Potted flower plants and perfumed candles in the evenings will create a great atmosphere. Games and music should be planned ahead to keep the party live and vibrant.
Health Benefits of FishingJul 17
Recently I'd a whale of time with my junior football team, when we went out on a short fishing trip. It had me and of course my players hankering for more such fun filled and invigorating trips. Nothing matches to the moment of peace and tranquility that comes, when you lower the rod and wait for the catch.
Relaxation means different things for different people. While some like to sweat it out by indulging in marathons or adventure sports, there are others who like some peaceful pastime like watching a movie, playing their favorite video game or go fishing. The appealing thing about fishing is you are always surrounded by nature and its elements.
I chose fishing for our trip because not only does it give some peaceful time out for the boisterous athletes of my team, but it also is a physically beneficial exercise, which many of us do not know much about. Though some of the boys balked at the idea of fishing in the first place and came along because of my insistence, they soon began enjoying it once they got the hang of it. We even managed to catch some fresh trout, which we cooked in open air and had lots of fun eating it. I use fishfinder for a decent catch, which makes the process a bit more entertaining.
I still remember the fishing expeditions that my dad used to take me to. I'd be too excited for words and though I cringe at the sight of those squiggly worms, I handled them gamely, not wanting to appear squeamish in front of him. Now I can laugh over the things I did, but those episodes sure did me a lot of good, as I'd quite a lot of time to think about matters, while I waited for the fish to be lured by my bait.
De-stressing with fishing does wonders to your mind, but the benefits of fishing do not end there. Y
• Fishing does not need you to have strength or stamina generally. The simple act of holding the rod itself is a sort of exercise for your lungs and heart, and certain muscle groups in your body. The upper part of your body especially the wrists, hand and forearms are exercised and agility too improves by fishing.
• To get to the fishing spot, you need to do some amount of walking or climbing to find the perfect area. This gives your cardio vascular system a good workout keeping it functioning properly.
• Health wise too fishing is good for your skin. The fresh air and the sunlight you get exposed to while you fish, makes your skin glow. This is why I prefer early morning fishing trips as the sunlight at this time is not too intense and also does not have much of the harmful UV rays. With a healthy skin, you will look vibrant and young.
Patience is one thing that you need to have in plenty, when you are out fishing. You may sit for hours on end without a single fish grabbing your bait. But once you get one hooked, no matter what type it is or what size it is, you'll be thrilled beyond belief. The thrill of the first catch will linger in your mind for a long, long time.
Welfare of Protein Supplements Usage for WomenJul 16
The other day during one of my usual CrossFit training classes, I'd this female client of mine approaching me about how a certain protein supplement would help her get rid of her excess weight. This had me thinking of why exactly women need supplements. Is protein only for weight loss?
Men take up protein supplements to build muscle mass and get a stunning physique. But this is not the case with women. The need for supplements in women is much more basic and vital for their healthy living too.
Let me explain about the fundamental functions that protein performs in the body. The muscles are built, repaired and maintained by protein. Especially, when you have an injury or your body is under stress, the proteins wield their almighty power over the body and give it the strength needed to recover. The stress or injury may be due to
• Medical conditions like surgery, dialysis, or a chronic condition like diabetes
• Strenuous exercise sessions which result in muscular strain and tear
Protein in addition to muscle buildup also keeps the body immune to illnesses and gives the calories the body needs for its various functions. Nitrogen an essential nutrient for the body is supplied by protein.
The problem with women is they do not know how much of protein the routine diet they take should include. Though in general women need less amount of protein when compared to men, the amount definitely varies depending on factors like age, activity levels, weight and several other factors.
The amount of protein required on an average by an adult woman is around 46 grams per day, while it is higher for lactating and pregnant women who need over 71 grams per day. Further, the calories taken per day should be from at least 21 percent of protein foods they eat.
For women to meet the necessary protein requirements, supplements are essential. Though protein supplements mainly target the weight loss and fitness industry, protein is recommended for the chronically ill patients and the elderly who have a high risk of developing muscle wasting.
Other than the above mentioned benefits, I'd also like to highlight the other ways in which protein helps.
• Deficient protein can lead to not only muscle loss, but also loss of hair and a general weakening of the immune system
• Protein keeps you feeling sated and full reducing the calorie intake, which makes it a good weight loss aid. For those on slimming diet, protein supplements form a replenishing and nutritious meal replacement. I recommend my clients checking this place for protein supplements reviews.
I generally make it a habit of suggesting protein supplements to all my clients, especially women, as the protein helps them gain the right balance of muscle mass increase and weight loss, which is what they aim at. Better consistent muscle mass and muscle repair with lean fibers is possible. Additionally and more importantly it helps them remain healthy.
What is the Crossfit Football All About?Jul 15
Coaching junior teams certainly has its own benefits. I've always been passionate about football and training these budding athletes is quite a satisfying experience. Whenever a player comes up with queries regarding a better workout for getting physically fit for the game, Crossfit pops up in my mind.
As I'm also a crossfit trainer, I've personally experienced the effects it has on the physique and how it impacts my football training session. I often get asked about CrossFit Football and whether it is of any help.
Though the usual workout regimen that the players undergo is sufficient for building stamina and get them through the play, I know that their performance can be enhanced further, when they have CrossFit Football training.
So when I mentioned about this to the curious players, they were all agog about it and started asking all sorts of questions like 'Is it effective?' 'Will it involve playing the game' and other such inquisitive queries?
CrossFit Football is actually a training program that uses the movements that are used in CrossFit. The volume, intensity and safe balancing, which is essential for playing the sport is replicated in the CrossFit Football program. www.crossfitway.com is a great place to know more about crossfit.
And it is not a program where you play a football league game or some such football related action. It is intended to help the football athletes gain strength, get bigger and move faster.
I can see eyebrows raised, on it being another one in the long line of physical workouts, which athletes hate to do. But CrossFit Football is much more than your average physical training. It uses the typical training in CrossFit to some extent and includes a lot of beneficial moves that football athletes need vitally.
To those who are new to CrossFit Football, here is a breakup on the program and its benefits,
• The program uses multiple levels of movement, which is required in football and other field sports. The sprinting mechanics used in the program equip the athletes to pick up speed.
• Each athlete is evaluated on the strengths and weak points in their play and the training is modified to enhance the positive points and improve on the weak areas.
• The movements present here include toes to bar, box jumps, burpee, hang power cleans etc. Cone drills, gassers and true pushups are a few of the new and unique styled movements included. With the proper Crossfit equipage, these can be done easily.
• There are two types present namely Strength Workout of the Day or SWOD and Daily Workout of the Day or DWOD. The former has an amateur, collegiate and a professional level and don't worry it is not connected to your football prowess. The levels show how much your strength capacity is.
• The SWOD is done first, then it is followed by a warm up and the DWOD is done.
• The two workouts infuse strength, fluidity and endurance, so the athlete can put up a good performance.
In short, CrossFit Football gives the athlete the endurance and power needed for the game by targeting on the right workouts required for the game.
Virtual Sports vs Real SportsJul 02
Nowadays, without any doubt, virtual sport is becoming more than ever popular due to progressively more advanced technology. However, I believe that virtual sports might bring us joy but it can never replace the real sport.
First and foremost, in real sport there is more interaction between the people which lacks in virtual sports. In games like football or tennis, you can look at the actions and expressions of the other players in real time. The main fun of real sports is responding to the opponent's moves by finding their weaknesses through their expressions. That is what makes sports so entertaining. Whereas, in virtual sports, the opponents are usually computer-generated characters, whose actions are imitated on the screen by a virtual figure. This results in detachment among people, taking the human factor out of sports.
Moreover, the feeling of interaction with the environment in real sports has no comparison with virtual sports. The beauty and touch of nature can be felt while playing a real sport. You can feel the scorching sun or the winds or hear the chirping of birds. But when you are playing a virtual game, all you do is sit in your house and wave a plastic remote while staring at the screen.
I have lots of friends all around the world, which I contact time to time. Recently, my good friend send my an email, showing off his son's skills and progress in competitive virtual sport. My friend is a good lad and a tech trendy person - having a job as a project manager at Citrus Solutions defines your inner character and way of thinking. But, nevertheless the technological advancement and it's influence on our daily life, I still think, that virtuality won't be able to replace the adrenaline rush – at least any time soon - while playing REAL sport.
The main cliché in virtual sport is that it only has adverse effects on people. Addiction to virtual games is one of the adverse effects. Virtual games can be played by sitting on a couch in your room but that is exactly what keeps the children at home and keep them away from physical activities. It causes health problems like obesity and becoming antisocial.
The exercise concerned regarding the virtual sports is not as much of that in real sports. For example, in virtual sports, a short sprint to reach a tennis ball means a slight leaning of body just due to the space limitations. Hence, the physical movement involved in virtual sports is little and so are the health benefits – on the contrary of active lifestyle – playing real sports.
Nevertheless, it cannot be denied that there are few benefits of virtual gaming. Rather than nothing at all, the virtual alternative is beneficial for the people who can truly not participate in real sports. It is better than sitting on a couch as at least the person would be moving physically. Besides this, virtual sports are easy to set up and can be an origin of entertainment. There are some sports like skiing or rock climbing which you might not be able to practice in real life but can have the joy and fun by the means of virtual sports available.
Therefore, I consider that virtual sport has it's cons and advantages. Although they cannot be replaced by real sports in terms of interaction with human and environment, touch with nature and the amount of exercise, at times it can surely be entertaining. At very least, rather than staying at home; we should make an effort to play real sports to be benefitted from its natural gifts once in a while!


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Nancy Macione, principal at Oswegatchie Elementary School in Waterford, hugs one of the students Tuesday as she helps with dismissal. Macione, the school's principal for the last 12 years, announced to her staff and parents last week that she is retiring at the end of the school year. She has been in the school system since 1993. "Most of all, I'll miss the kids," she said Tuesday. "There's a certain curiosity about them; they're so charming."
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03-05-2014 12:15:50 | More by tectactoe
4.2/5 rDev -1.4%
TCGoalie picked this up for me - thanks! Reviewed from notes made on 10/19/10.
A: Pours a murky golden-orange into a snifter. There is not much of a head of which to speak. What is there is egg-white in color. Some small yeast chunks flat in a beer bath. I cannot see the carbonation bubbles through the murk. Lacing forms on the glass in vertical sticky curves and dots.
S: Sweet aromas of peach and apricot are the main smells, supported by a dry, piney hoppiness. Borrowing from what the brewery says on the bottle, I can smell marmalade, along with creamy marshmallow. The dry hop aroma also speaks of grapefruit with deeper inhales. I also smell some nice dry biscuit and caramel malt sweetness.
T: Peach and apricot are also the dominant flavor upfront, combined with a tasty caramel malt sweetness. The creamy marmalade then carries the middle of the sip, followed by a dry pine, grapefruit, and biscuit finish. The dry taste lingers on my palate for a long time after each swallow. As the beer warms, the high a.b.v. becomes more present.
M: On the lighter side of medium bodied and maybe a little lacking in carbonation. There is an interesting spicy sizzle on the my tongue. This could be from the yeast chunks floating in the beer.
D: APW is pleasantly sweet and puckering at the same time. It's not my favorite Imperial IPA (although Dreadnaught is from the same brewery), but it was quite enjoyable to imbibe.
10-30-2010 17:45:15 | More by TCHopCraver
3.75/5 rDev -12%
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4/5 rDev -6.1%
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4/5 rDev -6.1%
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3.75/5 rDev -12%
06-04-2014 17:09:18 | More by Dabeel
4.53/5 rDev +6.3%
poured from 22oz bottle into a snifter.
A: Nice deep orange with about 1 finger white head. Head dissipated quickly.
S: lots of sweet orange and grapefruit/sweet fruits.
T: you get sweet citrus, similar to orange juice upfront. Some really sweet maltiness followed with a lingering bitterness on the back of the tongue.
good beer way more balanced then I expected it to be. Great beer.
12-02-2011 09:13:02 | More by poibag808
4.75/5 rDev +11.5%
11-03-2013 01:09:54 | More by SanFranJake
4.5/5 rDev +5.6%
03-01-2014 02:44:35 | More by dmheinz57
4/5 rDev -6.1%
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07-10-2014 17:21:06 | More by joemetric
4.18/5 rDev -1.9%
A: a hazy golden orange, some sediment visible little to no head.
S: a broad citrus smell overshadows hints of pine and florals, well rounded, not overly bitter.
T: hops sizzle the palate throughout the sip, leaves a tingling aftertaste of tropical citrus fruits.
MF/D: an initial sizzle of carbonation leaves the tongue numb for a relatively smooth/dry finish, certainly would lose feeling in my face with more than 1 bottle.
09-15-2010 01:13:17 | More by newk340
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4/5 rDev -6.1%
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5/5 rDev +17.4%
07-03-2014 01:45:51 | More by Punchy_Munchie
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4/5 rDev -6.1%
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08-24-2013 17:52:27 | More by csmartin6
4.18/5 rDev -1.9%
A - Pours a clear honey color with two fingers of craggy white head with good retention and nice lacing.
S - Big aromas of grapefruit, florals and resiny pine hops.
T - Crisp hops, again with a lot of bitter grapefruit and pine, big floral taste. This was sweeter than expected from the aroma but finishes bitter, but not dry.
M - Medium, slightly sticky mouthfeel.
O - A really nice DIPA, and a nice contrast to Dreadnaught, which I prefer to this slightly.
02-27-2012 02:15:49 | More by warnerry
4.5/5 rDev +5.6%
12-31-2011 19:55:22 | More by DWolf
North Carolina
4.18/5 rDev -1.9%
It's a murky yellow-orange. The color itself isn't all that appealing--what's left after a post-explosive flush. And despite that imagery that's nothing short of disgusting, it looks delicious. The savior: a thick frothy head that would probably stay there forever were I never to take a sip. It's been several minutes since this one found it's new home in my DFH Signature glass, and only one small side has slightly dissipated. Even where that's happened, creamy froth coats the glass, and I still can see the top of the actual beer. It's among the best-looking froths I've ever seen. It beckons.
I read the bottle label, so I cheated a little. I probably wouldn't have found white wine, but chardonnay? Orange marmalade? Fruits, for sure. And lots of American hops. I've been hopped out lately, and sadly, even stouted out. I don't really like winter brews, so I've been leaning toward Belgian here at the turn of the year. But this beauty welcomes me back to the hop!
A little thin, honestly, is my first reaction. All of a sudden, the smell isn't as cool. No doubt I'm being critical--that's what I do when I write reviews--but it's missing something. It's good, but short of my sky-high expectations. I guess the hops are sufficient (I so don't want to say "more hops"), and it's the FEEL that seems lacking--too thin and dry. Is it fair? Should I share that I keep thinking about Hopslam's arrival as I sit here sipping? I don't know what to blame...I look back at the bottle and pick the Canadian malt (damn Canadians--j/k). It's not bitter enough. It's not sweet enough. Oh, geez, it's not Hopslam enough, okay? It's good but, unfortunately, forgettable. Still, it's good enough to drink all day. Thank you, Will (wilwfu), for this one--from a box so good nobody'd believe me if I listed its contents.
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4.25/5 rDev -0.2%
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'Keys' | Regular Fit, Super 100 Virgin Wool Sport Coat by BOSS
Model The Keys12 50262722 Bright Blue
DetailsRegular fit
Notched lapels
Two-button front
Contrast design undercollar
Slant welt pocket on chest
Two flap pockets at waist
Four-button detail on sleeves
Interior pockets: Two welt pockets with button closures and trim, one open pen pocket with trim, one open cell phone pocket with trim
Lined with special print design
Double back vents
Back length: 75 cm (29.5 in.)
Super 100 Virgin wool
DescriptionThis regular fit sport coat by BOSS is crafted from ultra fine super 100 virgin wool, which ensures a soft and luxurious feel that distinguishes it from other sport coats. Notched lapels and a two-button front complete this look, with front darts to create a flattering fit.
Model is 6'2" with a 32" waist, 40" chest, and is wearing size 40R.
Material & care
Material information: 100% Virgin wool, Lining: 100% Viscose, Collar: 100% Polyester
Do Not Wash, Do Not Bleach, Iron Low Heat, Reduced Dry Clean, Do Not Tumble Dry


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Please note: repairs can take up to 4 weeks after receiving the returned items.
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Due to the fine merino construction of some garments we are unfortunately unable to offer a repair service for the following items:
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Zip Breaks
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All UK, Europe and Rest of the World Returns:
Rapha Racing Ltd
Imperial Works
18 Tileyard Road
London, N7 9AH
United Kingdom
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Rapha USA
1915 NW Kearney St.
Portland, OR 97209
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Rapha Australia
PO Box 120
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Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Marimba, Music Performance, Music Theory, Percussion, Piano, Songwriting, Ukulele
I understand that there are many desires a pupil can have about learning music, especially towards the practicality of the modern world and I hope to gear the student towards that. I have worked with children for almost a decade so I am comfortable with youth education. My experience with working with children is mostly with the Boy Scouts of America since I was 14. From teaching scouts about nature, to directing shooting ranges as an NRA Rifle Safety Officer, to eventually managing a camp. As a young adult who has just finished their music degree from collage and working to further my education, I can understand the process of learning a musical instrument and guide the student on a smoother path to their goals.
*** Lesson Details ***
When taking lessons with me, you can expect for a teacher who listens to the desires of his or her student. I believe music theory and technique is essential to learning an instrument, but it can be rough and boring so I spend a good portion of the lesson working with the student towards their goals. This curriculum brings the most important motivation in learning an instrument, which is achieving improvement while having fun. After 3 months, an adult student should have the ability to read music and play chords so they may learn the songs they love and I can help them along. With a child my expectations are different because in my experience most youth under the age of 9 have not established a recognition for the music around them. To compensate for a child I spend a portion of the lesson introducing different styles of music such as classical, jazz, rock, and world. I hope not only to increase the pupil's interest towards their instrument but into music and art in general. My overall goal with a long term student is to understand the basics of technique, reading music, and understanding theory. Once past there I make a point to make the intermediate student want to practice by applying basic skills learned at the beginner level and bring them into songwriting, improvisation, and learning a their favorite radio songs or show tunes.
*** Studio Equipment ***
Weighted and unweighted electric pianos, harmonicas, marimba, kazoos, guitars, amplifiers, ukulele, drums, other string instruments, my library of music and method books, and just a great room of musical fun. There is a cat in this home if you have allergies.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I can provide the music books, worksheets, amplifiers, bass guitars, pencils and paper.
*** Specialties ***
For Piano I stick to Faber's teaching for youth beginner and than I use Ferdinand Breyer's method for intermediate. My main style of playing that i received in education is mostly in jazz and improvisation. I like to focus of my teaching of music in the genres of jazz, classical, pop, rock, and blues.
Acting, Basic Math, Broadway Singing, Music Performance, Music Theory, Opera Voice, Piano, Singing, Speaking Voice, Theater Acting
Adrienne is a native of Detroit, who recently graduated with a Master's Degree in Opera from the University of Maryland Opera Studio. Before pursuing that degree, she graduated with honors from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Performance and a Teaching Certificate in K-12 Vocal Music. She has been full time music teacher in a Montessori Academy, an Associate Instructor of Voice at the International School of Music in Bethesda, MD, and has over 10 years of professional experience working with students all ages. Most recently, she had the distinct honor of creating the role of Marva Trotter in the World Premiere of "Shadowboxer," based on the life of legendary boxer, Joe Louis. Other recent performances include the role of Ramiro in Mozart's "La finta giardiniera" with the Maryland Opera Studio; the title role in Bizet's "Carmen," and winning First Place in the Adrian Boyer Aria Competition at the Bay View Music Festival. She placed first in both the Local and District levels of the 2006 NANBWPC Voice Competition (formerly the "Leontyne Price Competition") and went on to compete at the National Level. Since the summer of 2007, Adrienne has performed extensively on some of the most infamous European stages as the Strawberry Woman in Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess" under the auspices of New York Harlem Productions. She is currently performing with the Washington National Opera, and recently made her solo role debut in Puccini's "Manon Lescaut." Though her training and professional singing career focus is opera, she prides herself on her versatility as a performer who can effortlessly navigate between the demands gospel, musical theatre and pop genres. She also enjoys sharing the secrets to great singing and holds thee ability to teach all styles of singing.
*** Lesson Details ***
My philosophy behind teaching has a lot to do with being physically involved in music making. I believe one needs to use one's whole body to support good singing. I'm very much into using movements to help students learn to move their breath through to create sound. I teach classical vocal technique as the basis for all styles. I teach proper breath support in order to build a strong, healthy vocal sound. After months of working with me, students will have a very strong grasp of proper breathing for singing and how to support their sound with their whole body.
*** Studio Equipment ***
music stands
free open space
*** Travel Equipment ***
I have a portable piano keyboard
*** Specialties ***
Classical technique as a foundation for all singing.
Everything begins with breath
all singing is about connection--connecting to breath, to music, and to audience
Ear Training, Jazz Voice, Music Performance, Music Theory, Opera Voice, Singing, Vocal Training
My name is Jennifer. I got my degree in vocal performance and minored in Jazz. I began voice lessons myself when I was eight. I am a mezzo soprano, and can teach both female and male voices. I have performed in several opera productions including but not limited to The Marriage of Figaro, Dido and Aeneus, Tenderland, and Hand of Bridge. I have worked and performed in masterworks by Brahms, Chopin, Mozart to name a few. I studied in French, English, Spanish, Italian, and German. I studied diction, ear training, piano, music history, pedagogy, and music theory. I have also performed with artists such as New York Voices, Bobby Mcferrin and Kurt Elling. I was blessed with many learning opportunites to grow in my passion and I would love to pass that knowledge and passion to anyone who wants to learn.
*** Lesson Details ***
Lessons are designed around the needs of each student. The first lessons is always spent testing range, knowledge and abilities already known by the student. Then the student weighs in on what kind of music they would like to learn and what they hope to gain from the lessons. Theory and ear training are incorporated into the lessons. We work on breathing, technique and style. Generally we start with English or Italian. We work on vocal performance from a classical standpoint but Jazz and Broadway can also be taught if desired by the student. Scales and exercises are given each week to be worked on until the next lesson. A recording device is encouraged if the student cannot play the piano. Also, a voice note book to take notes during the lesson to be used during practice during the week.
*** Travel Equipment ***
I have a keyboard and books
*** Specialties ***
classical voice and jazz voice.
AP U.S. History, Archaeology, Music Theory, Piano, Vocal Training
I have always loved music. For me, the process of making music gives me the opportunity to lose myself in the moment. It does not matter what type of music I am listening to, I will find a connection to the music.
I exhibited an interest in music at an early age. On many Saturday afternoons my mom would find me planted in front of the television set watching opera. So, it came as no surprise to family members that mom enrolled me in music lessons, singing lessons to follow.
Throughout my teens I found myself involved in anything related to music. I sang in the school choir, as well as background choral work in musicals and even played the piano occasionally. I also had the opportunity to sing with a group called "Up with People," and performed some of their repertoire around the state.
I would love to share my passion and joy of music with anyone who wants to discover their own journey into the musical world.
After high school I continued my lifelong study of music. I graduated from George Mason University with a degree in Liberal Arts Studies, majoring in piano. I was able to work with Jacequeline-Cursagi Schmitt, who helped me refine my piano technique. I also continued taking voice lessons during college and am currently studying with a local Takelessons teacher.
After college I started teaching piano. I have worked with student's from the age of five through adulthood. I love working with any age group. As a teacher, I am always looking for new and interesting approaches to educating myself and to engage my students in the process of learning music.
I teach to the student's "learning style." I use whatever resources are available to reinforce musical concepts. I am patient, and laid back. I want my students to feel comfortable, and know that they can be themselves when they are working with me. Most of all what a student can expect is a teacher who is interested in them, their progress, and making the our time together as enjoyable as possible. I believe that I help students see the joy music brings to their lives.
I have always felt that one of my greatest strengthens is my ability to interact with children and adults, and I hope that I can continue to share my love of music in the coming years.
*** Lesson Details ***
My philosophy of teaching is a mixture of expectation that a student will put forth an honest effort to learn what I have asked. However, I maintain a balance between what I expect and what the student needs. I would hope that a student could come to me, if they are unable to complete an assignment, and together we will fix the problem. I believe in giving a student the space to learn. I do not consider myself a strict teacher. However, I do expect the student to respect my authority and that the time we spend together is productive, yet enjoyable. I am supportive, yet will correct when I believe it is necessary.
Within three to six months I would hope that the student would feel more comfortable at the piano. I would expect him to learn posture at the piano, including hand position. I would expect that his knowledge of the right and left hand notes would become more proficient, and that he would understand what the staff is. I would expect that he understands keyboard geography, distance between notes, the concept of high/low, dynamics, and patterns (both directional and melodic). I would add two-handed playing, at a very basic level. This, of course, would depend on the progress and age of the student, and what the level of hand-eye coordination is.
I use Alfred, however I am eclectic, in that I make use of different books, depending on the need of the student. I believe in setting goals, however I am flexible in that I want to be certain that the student has the time to build a solid foundation.
I also use the computer for music theory, note reading, chord and key signature recognition and for ear training. I have a computer program that allows a student to be creative and develop his skills at composing. In the past year or two, I have begun using the iPad and it's numerous apps that relate to music.
As a vocalist, I also believe in developing the students ear through pitch recognition and thereby start the process of playing by ear on the piano.
I encourage singing, if the student is comfortable, and while I do not teach singing, I have a solid background in voice and I understand the breath support that is needed to sing or play an instrument.
In conclusion, I try make the learning experience as well rounded as possible, preparing him for future study, or simply to enjoy the art of piano playing.
*** Studio Equipment ***
lessons in dedicated music room in basement; computer with electronic piano and keyboard;
*** Travel Equipment ***
*** Specialties ***
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Mixture of methods, however Alfred, Piano Discoveries, and Faber are the ones I use most often. I teach both classical, pop, and Broadway. I also incorporate music related computer games and for the five and six year olds I use some of the ideas from the Music for Young Children Program
Cello, Classical Piano, Ear Training, Music Theory, Piano, Upright Bass
Jessica moved to the Chevy Chase/Bethesda area in 2009, having grown up and gone to school in New York and Ohio. She loves the area, and she and her husband are thrilled to be putting down roots in the community. As a performer, Jessica has traveled around the world, but throughout her career teaching has been one of her most important focuses. "As a relative newcomer to the DC area, growing my private studio has been a great way to get involved in the community. My teaching style is individualized, but I always try to include two important things: building a strong basic skill set, and developing creativity."
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Whether your goal is to make it into All-State, give a solo recital, play tunes at family gatherings, or just try something new for the very first time, I will help you succeed and have a good time along the way.
In my view, the most interesting thing about performing music is that it is one of the few activities that engages both the left and the right brain at the same time. With that in mind, my teaching places equal importance on developing strong technique, and developing creativity. Students learn all the basics of music, and also spend time developing strong ensemble skills and strong background knowledge of style and repertoire, so that they can enjoy music in all kinds of settings, all their lives.
Knowing from experience how "boring" it can be to learn by rote, I combine technical work with fun time playing duets together, improvising, and exploring a wide variety of styles and genres of music. After all, there is no experience so motivating as hearing a new piece that you HAVE to learn to play yourself!
*** Studio Equipment ***
lessons in either living room or upstairs office; Steinway baby grand piano in living room;
*** Travel Equipment ***
I expect piano students to have daily access to either a piano or a keyboard with 88 full-sized, weighted keys. Bass or cello students must have their own bass or cello.
*** Specialties ***
classical, baroque, renaissance
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With a Masters in International Relations from NYU and over five years experience at the college and university levels, I am extremely passionate about education and am willing to help any student willing to accept the assistance. I am excited to begin learning with you!
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College professor available to tutor students in a variety of social science disciplines as well as basic math. Also available for music and dance lessons both online and in person.
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With Daylight Saving Time now in effect, the holidays quickly approaching and the Farmer's Almanac predicting a frigid and early winter for much of the country, the time is appropriate to take steps to protect your home from the elements.
The Insurance Information Institute offers the following ideas to prepare your home for the upcoming frigid temperatures and other winter weather hazards:
- Clean out gutters: Remove leaves, sticks and other debris from gutters, so melting snow and ice can flow freely. This can prevent ice damming, a condition where water is unable to drain through the gutters and instead seeps into the house, causing water to drip from the ceiling and walls.
- Install gutter guards: Available in most hardware and home stores, gutter guards prevent debris from entering the gutter and interfering with the flow of water away from the house and into the ground.
- Trim trees and remove dead branches: Ice, snow and wind could cause weak trees or branches to break and damage your home or car, or injure someone walking by your property.
- Repair steps and handrails: This may prevent someone from falling and being injured. Broken stairs and banisters can become lethal when covered with snow and ice.
- Seal cracks and holes in outside walls and foundations: Use caulking to protect water pipes and make sure that skylights and other roof openings have proper weather stripping to prevent snowmelt from seeping in.
- Keep the house warm: Set the thermostat for at least 65 degrees—since the temperature inside the walls, where the pipes are located, is substantially colder, a lower temperature will not keep the pipes from freezing.
- Add extra insulation to attics, basements and crawl spaces: If too much heat escapes through the attic, it can cause snow or ice to melt on the roof. Water can then re-freeze, causing more snow and ice to build up. This can result in a collapsed roof, and can contribute to ice damming. Ideally, the attic should be five to ten degrees warmer than the outside air. Well-insulated basements and crawl spaces will also help protect pipes from freezing. You may also consider insulating unfinished rooms such as garages to keep pipes from freezing.
- Have the heating system serviced: Furnaces, boilers and chimneys should be serviced at least once a year to prevent fire and smoke damage.
- Check pipes: Look closely for cracks and leaks and have the pipes repaired immediately. Wrap exposed pipes with heating tape.
- Install an emergency pressure release valve in your plumbing system: This will protect the system against increased pressure caused by freezing pipes and can help prevent your pipes from bursting.
- Make sure that smoke and fire alarms are working properly: Residential fires increase in the winter, so it is important to protect your family with working alarm systems. Also, consider installing a carbon monoxide detector, since a well-sealed home can trap this toxic gas.
- Learn how to shut the water off and know where your pipes are located: If your pipes freeze, time is of the essence. The quicker you can shut off the water or direct your plumber to the problem, the better chance you have to prevent pipes from bursting.
- Hire a licensed contractor to look for structural damage: If damage is discovered, have it repaired now rather than waiting for a problem to occur. Also, ask about ways to prevent water damage due to snow-related flooding. Plastic coatings for internal basement walls, sump pumps and other methods can prevent flood damage to your home and belongings.
- If you are going to be away for an extended period, take special care: Turn the water off and/or have the water system drained by a professional to keep pipes from freezing or bursting. Also, hire someone to check your home on a regular basis so that, if there is a problem, it can be fixed quickly, lessening any damage.


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Fans will have the opportunity to vote at MLB.com and MSN.com during the All-Star Game to help decide the Ted Williams Most Valuable Player. The Ameriquest 2004 All-Star Game MVP Vote will begin in the sixth inning and will continue until the MVP is announced immediately after the end of the game.
The online fan vote will count 20 percent with the other 80 percent coming onsite from the Baseball Writers Association of America and the announcers from the All-Star Game's three broadcast rightsholders: FOX Sports, ESPN Radio and MLB International. When fans were added to the official voting process one year ago in the All-Star Game at Chicago, online voting made a difference in helping American League and Angels outfielder Garret Anderson win his first MVP honor.
Immediately after the 75th Midsummer Classic at Minute Maid Park, the Ted Williams Most Valuable Player will receive the Arch Ward Trophy, which was first presented in 1962 as a tribute to Ward, the founder of the All-Star Game in 1933.
Fans can take into account everything that happens in the first six innings and then begin another online voting frenzy that is fast becoming a summertime tradition. Recent history shows that fans have basked in this increased empowerment -- submitting a record 141 million votes to decide this year's starters and then 9.6 million more votes to give outfielders Bobby Abreu of the Phillies and Hideki Matsui of the Yankees each a 32nd roster spot in the Ameriquest All-Star Final Vote.
The MVP vote is a big responsibility for fans in the estimation of players and managers who were asked about it last year. Some general advice from them: Base the vote strictly on performance. Then knock your socks off again.
Maybe you will be swayed by game-winning hit. Maybe you will be impressed by a game-saving catch. Or just maybe you will actually choose a National Leaguer; the last one of those to win this award was Mike Piazza, representing the Dodgers in 1996.
Maybe you will go against the grain and choose a pitcher, even though their appearances are brief. It is worth noting that Roger Clemens won the MVP in 1986, and the only other pitcher to win the award since then was Boston's Pedro Martinez in 1999.
The All-Star MVP was instituted in 1962, when there was a doubleheader and awards were given to Leon Wagner of the Los Angeles Angels and then Maury Wills of the Los Angeles Dodgers. This year's All-Stars who have won the MVP in the past include Derek Jeter (2000), Piazza, Ken Griffey Jr. (1992) and Clemens. Griffey and Ken Griffey Sr. (1980, also with Cincinnati) is the only father-son combination to win this award, and maybe this is the year that it happens again -- if you are swayed by Barry Bonds. His father, Bobby, won it in 1973, also as a representative of the Giants.
The All-Star Game will be televised nationally on FOX and televised around the world by Major League Baseball International, with pregame ceremonies beginning at 8 p.m. ET. ESPN Radio will provide exclusive, national radio coverage, while MLB.com will provide extensive online coverage and MLB.com Radio will provide exclusive play-by-play coverage of the game on the Internet.
Mark Newman is enterprise editor for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of Major League Baseball or its clubs.