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]]> Football, like basketball, hockey, and soccer, is one of the most popular sports in the entire world. Mostly popular in the United States, it’s a cornerstone of American sports history and loved by many. When it comes to cardio exercise and staying fit, football is just about as effective as any other sport. But here’s something unique about football that truly separates it from the pack.

More Physical

Perhaps one of the biggest things that separates football from most other sports is the physical toll it takes on your body. It’s not just about the cardio—it’s about the fact that you need to prepare yourself for tackling other people to the ground, and getting tackled as well.

Sprinting and Stopping

Most other sports, such as soccer, basketball, and hockey, require constant motion. You may think that means it’s harder than football, but this isn’t necessarily true. Due to the way football games are played, based around periodical “downs”, it requires a lot of intense sprinting (and the aforementioned tackling), and then frequent stopping. It requires a specific kind of mental focus to be able to sprint again after stopping to catch your breath—because it can give your body a false sense of rest.

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]]> Where Did Pole Dancing Really Come From? https://yourdailysportfix.com/where-did-pole-dancing-really-come-from/ Sun, 06 Nov 2022 16:25:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=18932 Pole dancing is a sport that’s been gaining increasing popularity over the past decade or two. It may have been considered taboo in the past, but today, telling someone you’re on your way to pole dancing class is completely socially acceptable (and even gives you points for coolness). While many people assume that pole dancing […]

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]]> Pole dancing is a sport that’s been gaining increasing popularity over the past decade or two. It may have been considered taboo in the past, but today, telling someone you’re on your way to pole dancing class is completely socially acceptable (and even gives you points for coolness). While many people assume that pole dancing originated in adult clubs, the truth is that the origins of pole dancing are purely athletic.

Where Pole Dancing Actually Started

People started using poles for athletic purposes about 800 (!) years ago in India. They did it as part of a traditional Indian sport called mallakhamb, using a wooden pole to perform endurance and strength exercises. The pole then made its way from India to China, where it was used in circus acts and acrobatics. Fun fact: in both cases, it was men who did the pole dancing.

It was only in the late 19th century that the sensual variation of pole dancing done by female belly dancers started being a thing in the US. Travelling belly-dancing shows arrived at the country and became popular during the first part of the 20th century. This form of pole dancing is most likely what led the way to adult clubs adopting pole dancing in the 80s.

Luckily, since the early 2000s, pole dancing has started coming back to the sports arena, where it belongs. An increasing number of pole dance studios started opening both in the US and in other countries; and in 2017, pole dancing was finally recognized as a professional sport.

People practicing pole dance can attest to what a challenging sport it really is. Other than providing great cardio exercise, it works on the whole body, strengthening muscles and increasing flexibility.

So, what are you still doing here? Go check out the nearest pole dance studio.

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]]> 3 Famous Songs About All-American Sports https://yourdailysportfix.com/3-famous-songs-about-all-american-sports/ Thu, 07 Jul 2022 08:33:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20223 Americans absolutely love their sports, and with the summer in full swing, you might be looking to prepare a playlist! So if you want to show some appreciation for the US of A’s proud sports culture, here are three songs about American sports that simply can’t be missed. These songs cover the range of the […]

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]]> Americans absolutely love their sports, and with the summer in full swing, you might be looking to prepare a playlist! So if you want to show some appreciation for the US of A’s proud sports culture, here are three songs about American sports that simply can’t be missed. These songs cover the range of the past century, so they’re also perfect for taking a musical trip through the decades!

“Take Me Out to the Ball Game” (1908)

First recorded by Edward Meeker with lyrics by Jack Norworth, this tune is hummed by children all over the country. You probably knew the lyrics before you even knew what baseball was, and if you’ve been to a baseball game then you know it’s still played during the seventh inning at nearly every game.

“Surfin’ USA” (1963)

The Beach Boys are one of the most classic all-American musical groups to make their way into the pop cannon. Even nearly 60 years after its recording, most adults can at least sing along to the chorus. It not only celebrates surfing, but California beach culture, naming several beaches of note in the lyrics as well as describing what a classic surfer wears and looks like.

“Basketball” (1984 and 2002)

First written and recorded by rapper Kurtis Blow, this classic rap song celebrates the game of basketball and names some b-ball legends that Blow looked up to. Being a little older, these lyrics are a great way to teach kids about the basketball stars they may not have heard of who made the game what it is today! Younger listeners might be more familiar with the 2002 cover by Bow Wow, recorded for the kid’s movie “Like Mike”.

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]]> How to Train Like an NBA Star https://yourdailysportfix.com/how-to-train-like-an-nba-star/ Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:14:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20222 When it comes to getting in shape and staying in shape, we can sometimes do well to take a cue from the experts: athletes who need to be in tip-top shape at all times. Whether you look up to basketball stars or just want to go longer during pickup games, here’s a great workout that […]

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]]> When it comes to getting in shape and staying in shape, we can sometimes do well to take a cue from the experts: athletes who need to be in tip-top shape at all times. Whether you look up to basketball stars or just want to go longer during pickup games, here’s a great workout that resembles the one done by NBA players to stay in shape! This workout comes from Gunnar Peterson, a strength coach and trainer for the Los Angeles Lakers.

This workout, like any professional athlete needs to do, is full-body and works out your muscles and your heart with cardio. Not only that, basketball players need to be able to move swiftly and easily–so this circuitous workout also helps improve your range of motion! You’ll do a number of moves which we’ll detail below, and for each, you’ll do two to three sets based on your energy and fitness levels.

You can google each of these moves to help you see how to do them properly. Always remember to hydrate and to listen to your body so as not to overwork it! Here’s the workout in order:

  1. 8-10 reps of split-stance sprinters
  2. 6-8 reps of jumps to pull-up
  3. 8-10 rotational club chops
  4. 8-10 side steps to pull-downs
  5. 8-10 rollouts
  6. 8-10 cable resisted sprints
  7. 8-10 ball handle lunges

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]]> Athletes Should Think Twice Before Taking an Ice Bath https://yourdailysportfix.com/athletes-should-think-twice-before-taking-an-ice-bath/ Sat, 02 Jul 2022 10:24:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=19023 Even if you’re not a professional athlete, you’ve surely heard of the concept of taking an ice bath after a major workout (or at least seen it in movies). Indeed, ice baths, also called cold-water immersion, is pretty popular in sports therapy. It is basically meant to help the body recover faster after intense physical […]

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]]> Even if you’re not a professional athlete, you’ve surely heard of the concept of taking an ice bath after a major workout (or at least seen it in movies). Indeed, ice baths, also called cold-water immersion, is pretty popular in sports therapy. It is basically meant to help the body recover faster after intense physical activity.

The content of the method is pretty self-explanatory: it consists of the athlete sitting or standing in a bath of ice water. The common temperature of the water is somewhere between 50-59 degrees Fahrenheit (which is about 10-15 degrees Celsius), and the length and frequency of baths varies from one athlete to another. While some dip in freezing water for two minutes at a time, other might choose to spend 10 or 15 minutes in an ice bath.

The thing is, alongside being popular, this method has also gained itself a rather controversial reputation. The reason is, it can be pretty risky. Among the potential risks of soaking in ice water are slow muscle growth and hypothermia, which might lead to a shock resulting in as far as a sudden death.

All things considered, it seems that the risks involved in cold-water immersion might outweigh the benefits. Anyway, it’s important to stay educated and only adopt habits into our workout routines if we know for sure that they’re safe.

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]]> Sports May Be the Key to Exercising Consistently https://yourdailysportfix.com/sports-may-be-the-key-to-exercising-consistently/ Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:17:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20036 It’s not easy to exercise consistently and part of the reason for this is because most people simply aren’t enjoying themselves. True, there are countless others who find pure workouts to be an exhilarating experience, but unfortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone. In order to maintain a consistent routine, one has to love what […]

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]]> It’s not easy to exercise consistently and part of the reason for this is because most people simply aren’t enjoying themselves. True, there are countless others who find pure workouts to be an exhilarating experience, but unfortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone. In order to maintain a consistent routine, one has to love what they’re doing—which is why we believe that sports might be the answer for some people.

Consistency Over Intensity

It doesn’t really matter how cardio-intensive the sport you choose is. If you do it consistently, it’ll be more effective than participating in a more intense workout once every two months. You’re not doing yourself any favors by making yourself miserable because ultimately it’s not sustainable for you.

Enjoyment Breeds Commitment

The more you enjoy something, the more likely you are to continue doing it for years to come. And isn’t that what you want for yourself? To do something not just for a month, but for years upon years. This is the main core reason for taking up a fun sport that you love. You’ll feel good, and have fun doing it! How’s that for quality of life?

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]]> Why Surfing is a Great Workout https://yourdailysportfix.com/why-surfing-is-a-great-workout/ Tue, 26 Apr 2022 08:24:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=18569 If you’re looking for a workout that you can do that is more exciting and fun than just going to the gym, lets you spend time in nature, and gives you the opportunity to learn a cool new skill, then you might be interested in trying out surfing. Although many people view it as more […]

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]]> If you’re looking for a workout that you can do that is more exciting and fun than just going to the gym, lets you spend time in nature, and gives you the opportunity to learn a cool new skill, then you might be interested in trying out surfing. Although many people view it as more of an adventurous activity than a form of exercise, surfing is still highly active and physical, offering a great workout. Here are a few of the ways how.

It’s Great for the Core

Surfing requires you to use the abdomen to stabilize and balance your body. As a result, you’ll have a much stronger core which will make you stronger and in better shape for many other activities.

It Gets Your Upper and Lower Body Muscles, Too

But it’s not just your core muscles that surfing hits. Paddling also gets your triceps, biceps, deltoids, while all of the squatting you do while balancing on your surfboard is great for your quadriceps, gluteus, and gastrocnemius muscles.

It’s Great for the Heart

According to the American Heart Association, the best cardiovascular benefits come from when you can maintain a heart rate between 50 percent and 80 percent of your maximum. Surfing is one of the best activities that allow you to stay in this zone for an extended period of time.

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]]> Working Out In a Sports Bra Even If You’re Shy https://yourdailysportfix.com/working-out-in-a-sports-bra-even-if-youre-shy/ Sat, 15 Jan 2022 06:43:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=19602 If you’ve ever worked out in a poorly-ventilated gym or gone for a run on a hot day, you might have felt the impulse to take your outer shirt off and work out in your sports bra alone. But there are many reasons why you may have not done it. Maybe you feel insecure about […]

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]]> If you’ve ever worked out in a poorly-ventilated gym or gone for a run on a hot day, you might have felt the impulse to take your outer shirt off and work out in your sports bra alone. But there are many reasons why you may have not done it. Maybe you feel insecure about your body. Maybe you don’t want to be judged by other people. Whatever it is, if you want to give sports bra workouts a try but are stopping yourself from doing it, here’s something you need to know.

There’s nothing wrong with showing your torso. It doesn’t say anything bad about you if you want to cool off a bit by taking your shirt off, especially when it’s hot outside, you have every right to do so. After all, if you ever work out in a public park or run on a public trail, you’ll see dozens of men with their shirts off. And it’s not any different from you.

We’re not going to lie and say nobody will judge you. Somebody might. But that’s their problem, not yours. Your own comfort is more important than somebody else’s irrelevant opinion of you. So go ahead and take your shirt off if you want to.

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]]> How to Know if Your Sports Bra Fits Right https://yourdailysportfix.com/how-to-know-if-your-sports-bra-fits-right/ Sun, 02 Jan 2022 12:10:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=19503 In the past few years, there has been something of a movement in favor of women learning how to properly fit their bras so that they can enjoy the support of a bra that fits well. But this movement usually focuses on normal, underwire bras. So what about sports bras? How should they fit? Here […]

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]]> In the past few years, there has been something of a movement in favor of women learning how to properly fit their bras so that they can enjoy the support of a bra that fits well. But this movement usually focuses on normal, underwire bras. So what about sports bras? How should they fit? Here are some ways you can know that your sports bra fits you correctly.

The Band Doesn’t Ride Up

If the band of your sports bra tends to go up your back when you move, it’s probably too large.

You Don’t Get Red Marks

Alternatively, if your sports bra band digs into your body so much that you usually have red marks on your torso when you remove it, that’s a good sign that you need to go up a size.

Your Cups Don’t Have Too Much or Too Little Room

If your breasts are spilling out of your sports bra cups or you have lots of extra room in the cups, it’s a good sign your sports bra does not fit.

You Feel No Pain or Discomfort When Moving

Different people want different levels of support from their sports bra, so this applies to whatever activity you plan to do when you wear your bra. As long as you feel properly supported, with no pain or discomfort when moving around and working out, your sports bra fits well.

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]]> Tips for Adults Starting Gymnastics https://yourdailysportfix.com/tips-for-adults-starting-gymnastics/ Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:57:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=18568 For many of us, the idea of starting as challenging a sport as gymnastics as an adult is very intimidating and scary. After all, most people begin as kids. And as adults, our bodies are much less bendy and falling is much scarier. But does that mean we should avoid gymnastics? Absolutely not! Since when […]

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]]> For many of us, the idea of starting as challenging a sport as gymnastics as an adult is very intimidating and scary. After all, most people begin as kids. And as adults, our bodies are much less bendy and falling is much scarier. But does that mean we should avoid gymnastics? Absolutely not! Since when do you back down from a challenge?

(Plus, these tips should help it be easier.)

Warm Up!

In gymnastics, warming up is absolutely crucial. Not only will it make it safer for you to attempt all of those tricks, but it will also help prime your body to bend and stretch in all of the ways it will have to.

Get Over Fear

Something you might find holds you back as an adult gymnastic even more than your body is your mind. The things you do in gymnastics are admittedly scary. They involve flipping and being upside down and, yes, some danger. You’ll have to learn how to turn off the part of your brain that is too scared to try.

Conditioning

In gymnastics, it isn’t enough just to work on skills. You also have to have the strength and flexibility to be able to execute those tricks. So conditioning (AKA strength and flexibility workouts) becomes absolutely key.

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> sports Archives - yourdailysportfix.com yourdailysportfix.com Thu, 23 Mar 2023 16:21:55 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.3 https://yourdailysportfix.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-FAVICON_2-32x32.png sports Archives - yourdailysportfix.com 32 32 Why Football Cardio is Different From Other Sports https://yourdailysportfix.com/why-football-cardio-is-different-from-other-sports/ Thu, 23 Mar 2023 08:03:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20871 Football, like basketball, hockey, and soccer, is one of the most popular sports in the entire world. Mostly popular in the United States, it’s a cornerstone of American sports history and loved by many. When it comes to cardio exercise and staying fit, football is just about as effective as any other sport. But here’s […]

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]]> Football, like basketball, hockey, and soccer, is one of the most popular sports in the entire world. Mostly popular in the United States, it’s a cornerstone of American sports history and loved by many. When it comes to cardio exercise and staying fit, football is just about as effective as any other sport. But here’s something unique about football that truly separates it from the pack.

More Physical

Perhaps one of the biggest things that separates football from most other sports is the physical toll it takes on your body. It’s not just about the cardio—it’s about the fact that you need to prepare yourself for tackling other people to the ground, and getting tackled as well.

Sprinting and Stopping

Most other sports, such as soccer, basketball, and hockey, require constant motion. You may think that means it’s harder than football, but this isn’t necessarily true. Due to the way football games are played, based around periodical “downs”, it requires a lot of intense sprinting (and the aforementioned tackling), and then frequent stopping. It requires a specific kind of mental focus to be able to sprint again after stopping to catch your breath—because it can give your body a false sense of rest.

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]]> Where Did Pole Dancing Really Come From? https://yourdailysportfix.com/where-did-pole-dancing-really-come-from/ Sun, 06 Nov 2022 16:25:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=18932 Pole dancing is a sport that’s been gaining increasing popularity over the past decade or two. It may have been considered taboo in the past, but today, telling someone you’re on your way to pole dancing class is completely socially acceptable (and even gives you points for coolness). While many people assume that pole dancing […]

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]]> Pole dancing is a sport that’s been gaining increasing popularity over the past decade or two. It may have been considered taboo in the past, but today, telling someone you’re on your way to pole dancing class is completely socially acceptable (and even gives you points for coolness). While many people assume that pole dancing originated in adult clubs, the truth is that the origins of pole dancing are purely athletic.

Where Pole Dancing Actually Started

People started using poles for athletic purposes about 800 (!) years ago in India. They did it as part of a traditional Indian sport called mallakhamb, using a wooden pole to perform endurance and strength exercises. The pole then made its way from India to China, where it was used in circus acts and acrobatics. Fun fact: in both cases, it was men who did the pole dancing.

It was only in the late 19th century that the sensual variation of pole dancing done by female belly dancers started being a thing in the US. Travelling belly-dancing shows arrived at the country and became popular during the first part of the 20th century. This form of pole dancing is most likely what led the way to adult clubs adopting pole dancing in the 80s.

Luckily, since the early 2000s, pole dancing has started coming back to the sports arena, where it belongs. An increasing number of pole dance studios started opening both in the US and in other countries; and in 2017, pole dancing was finally recognized as a professional sport.

People practicing pole dance can attest to what a challenging sport it really is. Other than providing great cardio exercise, it works on the whole body, strengthening muscles and increasing flexibility.

So, what are you still doing here? Go check out the nearest pole dance studio.

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]]> 3 Famous Songs About All-American Sports https://yourdailysportfix.com/3-famous-songs-about-all-american-sports/ Thu, 07 Jul 2022 08:33:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20223 Americans absolutely love their sports, and with the summer in full swing, you might be looking to prepare a playlist! So if you want to show some appreciation for the US of A’s proud sports culture, here are three songs about American sports that simply can’t be missed. These songs cover the range of the […]

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]]> Americans absolutely love their sports, and with the summer in full swing, you might be looking to prepare a playlist! So if you want to show some appreciation for the US of A’s proud sports culture, here are three songs about American sports that simply can’t be missed. These songs cover the range of the past century, so they’re also perfect for taking a musical trip through the decades!

“Take Me Out to the Ball Game” (1908)

First recorded by Edward Meeker with lyrics by Jack Norworth, this tune is hummed by children all over the country. You probably knew the lyrics before you even knew what baseball was, and if you’ve been to a baseball game then you know it’s still played during the seventh inning at nearly every game.

“Surfin’ USA” (1963)

The Beach Boys are one of the most classic all-American musical groups to make their way into the pop cannon. Even nearly 60 years after its recording, most adults can at least sing along to the chorus. It not only celebrates surfing, but California beach culture, naming several beaches of note in the lyrics as well as describing what a classic surfer wears and looks like.

“Basketball” (1984 and 2002)

First written and recorded by rapper Kurtis Blow, this classic rap song celebrates the game of basketball and names some b-ball legends that Blow looked up to. Being a little older, these lyrics are a great way to teach kids about the basketball stars they may not have heard of who made the game what it is today! Younger listeners might be more familiar with the 2002 cover by Bow Wow, recorded for the kid’s movie “Like Mike”.

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]]> How to Train Like an NBA Star https://yourdailysportfix.com/how-to-train-like-an-nba-star/ Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:14:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20222 When it comes to getting in shape and staying in shape, we can sometimes do well to take a cue from the experts: athletes who need to be in tip-top shape at all times. Whether you look up to basketball stars or just want to go longer during pickup games, here’s a great workout that […]

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]]> When it comes to getting in shape and staying in shape, we can sometimes do well to take a cue from the experts: athletes who need to be in tip-top shape at all times. Whether you look up to basketball stars or just want to go longer during pickup games, here’s a great workout that resembles the one done by NBA players to stay in shape! This workout comes from Gunnar Peterson, a strength coach and trainer for the Los Angeles Lakers.

This workout, like any professional athlete needs to do, is full-body and works out your muscles and your heart with cardio. Not only that, basketball players need to be able to move swiftly and easily–so this circuitous workout also helps improve your range of motion! You’ll do a number of moves which we’ll detail below, and for each, you’ll do two to three sets based on your energy and fitness levels.

You can google each of these moves to help you see how to do them properly. Always remember to hydrate and to listen to your body so as not to overwork it! Here’s the workout in order:

  1. 8-10 reps of split-stance sprinters
  2. 6-8 reps of jumps to pull-up
  3. 8-10 rotational club chops
  4. 8-10 side steps to pull-downs
  5. 8-10 rollouts
  6. 8-10 cable resisted sprints
  7. 8-10 ball handle lunges

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]]> Athletes Should Think Twice Before Taking an Ice Bath https://yourdailysportfix.com/athletes-should-think-twice-before-taking-an-ice-bath/ Sat, 02 Jul 2022 10:24:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=19023 Even if you’re not a professional athlete, you’ve surely heard of the concept of taking an ice bath after a major workout (or at least seen it in movies). Indeed, ice baths, also called cold-water immersion, is pretty popular in sports therapy. It is basically meant to help the body recover faster after intense physical […]

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]]> Even if you’re not a professional athlete, you’ve surely heard of the concept of taking an ice bath after a major workout (or at least seen it in movies). Indeed, ice baths, also called cold-water immersion, is pretty popular in sports therapy. It is basically meant to help the body recover faster after intense physical activity.

The content of the method is pretty self-explanatory: it consists of the athlete sitting or standing in a bath of ice water. The common temperature of the water is somewhere between 50-59 degrees Fahrenheit (which is about 10-15 degrees Celsius), and the length and frequency of baths varies from one athlete to another. While some dip in freezing water for two minutes at a time, other might choose to spend 10 or 15 minutes in an ice bath.

The thing is, alongside being popular, this method has also gained itself a rather controversial reputation. The reason is, it can be pretty risky. Among the potential risks of soaking in ice water are slow muscle growth and hypothermia, which might lead to a shock resulting in as far as a sudden death.

All things considered, it seems that the risks involved in cold-water immersion might outweigh the benefits. Anyway, it’s important to stay educated and only adopt habits into our workout routines if we know for sure that they’re safe.

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]]> Sports May Be the Key to Exercising Consistently https://yourdailysportfix.com/sports-may-be-the-key-to-exercising-consistently/ Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:17:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=20036 It’s not easy to exercise consistently and part of the reason for this is because most people simply aren’t enjoying themselves. True, there are countless others who find pure workouts to be an exhilarating experience, but unfortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone. In order to maintain a consistent routine, one has to love what […]

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]]> It’s not easy to exercise consistently and part of the reason for this is because most people simply aren’t enjoying themselves. True, there are countless others who find pure workouts to be an exhilarating experience, but unfortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone. In order to maintain a consistent routine, one has to love what they’re doing—which is why we believe that sports might be the answer for some people.

Consistency Over Intensity

It doesn’t really matter how cardio-intensive the sport you choose is. If you do it consistently, it’ll be more effective than participating in a more intense workout once every two months. You’re not doing yourself any favors by making yourself miserable because ultimately it’s not sustainable for you.

Enjoyment Breeds Commitment

The more you enjoy something, the more likely you are to continue doing it for years to come. And isn’t that what you want for yourself? To do something not just for a month, but for years upon years. This is the main core reason for taking up a fun sport that you love. You’ll feel good, and have fun doing it! How’s that for quality of life?

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]]> Why Surfing is a Great Workout https://yourdailysportfix.com/why-surfing-is-a-great-workout/ Tue, 26 Apr 2022 08:24:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=18569 If you’re looking for a workout that you can do that is more exciting and fun than just going to the gym, lets you spend time in nature, and gives you the opportunity to learn a cool new skill, then you might be interested in trying out surfing. Although many people view it as more […]

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]]> If you’re looking for a workout that you can do that is more exciting and fun than just going to the gym, lets you spend time in nature, and gives you the opportunity to learn a cool new skill, then you might be interested in trying out surfing. Although many people view it as more of an adventurous activity than a form of exercise, surfing is still highly active and physical, offering a great workout. Here are a few of the ways how.

It’s Great for the Core

Surfing requires you to use the abdomen to stabilize and balance your body. As a result, you’ll have a much stronger core which will make you stronger and in better shape for many other activities.

It Gets Your Upper and Lower Body Muscles, Too

But it’s not just your core muscles that surfing hits. Paddling also gets your triceps, biceps, deltoids, while all of the squatting you do while balancing on your surfboard is great for your quadriceps, gluteus, and gastrocnemius muscles.

It’s Great for the Heart

According to the American Heart Association, the best cardiovascular benefits come from when you can maintain a heart rate between 50 percent and 80 percent of your maximum. Surfing is one of the best activities that allow you to stay in this zone for an extended period of time.

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]]> Working Out In a Sports Bra Even If You’re Shy https://yourdailysportfix.com/working-out-in-a-sports-bra-even-if-youre-shy/ Sat, 15 Jan 2022 06:43:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=19602 If you’ve ever worked out in a poorly-ventilated gym or gone for a run on a hot day, you might have felt the impulse to take your outer shirt off and work out in your sports bra alone. But there are many reasons why you may have not done it. Maybe you feel insecure about […]

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]]> If you’ve ever worked out in a poorly-ventilated gym or gone for a run on a hot day, you might have felt the impulse to take your outer shirt off and work out in your sports bra alone. But there are many reasons why you may have not done it. Maybe you feel insecure about your body. Maybe you don’t want to be judged by other people. Whatever it is, if you want to give sports bra workouts a try but are stopping yourself from doing it, here’s something you need to know.

There’s nothing wrong with showing your torso. It doesn’t say anything bad about you if you want to cool off a bit by taking your shirt off, especially when it’s hot outside, you have every right to do so. After all, if you ever work out in a public park or run on a public trail, you’ll see dozens of men with their shirts off. And it’s not any different from you.

We’re not going to lie and say nobody will judge you. Somebody might. But that’s their problem, not yours. Your own comfort is more important than somebody else’s irrelevant opinion of you. So go ahead and take your shirt off if you want to.

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]]> How to Know if Your Sports Bra Fits Right https://yourdailysportfix.com/how-to-know-if-your-sports-bra-fits-right/ Sun, 02 Jan 2022 12:10:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=19503 In the past few years, there has been something of a movement in favor of women learning how to properly fit their bras so that they can enjoy the support of a bra that fits well. But this movement usually focuses on normal, underwire bras. So what about sports bras? How should they fit? Here […]

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]]> In the past few years, there has been something of a movement in favor of women learning how to properly fit their bras so that they can enjoy the support of a bra that fits well. But this movement usually focuses on normal, underwire bras. So what about sports bras? How should they fit? Here are some ways you can know that your sports bra fits you correctly.

The Band Doesn’t Ride Up

If the band of your sports bra tends to go up your back when you move, it’s probably too large.

You Don’t Get Red Marks

Alternatively, if your sports bra band digs into your body so much that you usually have red marks on your torso when you remove it, that’s a good sign that you need to go up a size.

Your Cups Don’t Have Too Much or Too Little Room

If your breasts are spilling out of your sports bra cups or you have lots of extra room in the cups, it’s a good sign your sports bra does not fit.

You Feel No Pain or Discomfort When Moving

Different people want different levels of support from their sports bra, so this applies to whatever activity you plan to do when you wear your bra. As long as you feel properly supported, with no pain or discomfort when moving around and working out, your sports bra fits well.

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]]> Tips for Adults Starting Gymnastics https://yourdailysportfix.com/tips-for-adults-starting-gymnastics/ Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:57:00 +0000 https://yourdailysportfix.com/?p=18568 For many of us, the idea of starting as challenging a sport as gymnastics as an adult is very intimidating and scary. After all, most people begin as kids. And as adults, our bodies are much less bendy and falling is much scarier. But does that mean we should avoid gymnastics? Absolutely not! Since when […]

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]]> For many of us, the idea of starting as challenging a sport as gymnastics as an adult is very intimidating and scary. After all, most people begin as kids. And as adults, our bodies are much less bendy and falling is much scarier. But does that mean we should avoid gymnastics? Absolutely not! Since when do you back down from a challenge?

(Plus, these tips should help it be easier.)

Warm Up!

In gymnastics, warming up is absolutely crucial. Not only will it make it safer for you to attempt all of those tricks, but it will also help prime your body to bend and stretch in all of the ways it will have to.

Get Over Fear

Something you might find holds you back as an adult gymnastic even more than your body is your mind. The things you do in gymnastics are admittedly scary. They involve flipping and being upside down and, yes, some danger. You’ll have to learn how to turn off the part of your brain that is too scared to try.

Conditioning

In gymnastics, it isn’t enough just to work on skills. You also have to have the strength and flexibility to be able to execute those tricks. So conditioning (AKA strength and flexibility workouts) becomes absolutely key.

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