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BUILDING THE PERFECT TEAM

March 28, 2011 by admin Leave a Comment

Team building in the athletic arena is likely the most important skill for a coach to master. While the public is looking at star players and winning maneuvers, the prudent coach is constantly surveying his or her team, analyzing it as a whole. The actual sport being played is probably secondary to the dynamics of the group. Stories abound of players who fell into the trap of believing the headlines, letting the momentary glory go to their heads. A team is exactly that: a team. This means moving forward as one body, each part fully aware that it is in need of and in service to all other parts. If there is a well-executed play, good defensive mechanics, even a spectacular winning goal, it is the team which is to be recognized.

START YOUNG

Children are generally born self-centered, needing little help forming a natural disposition toward self-preservation. As self-confidence gains momentum during the early years, wise parents, teachers and community leaders recognize the need to cultivate the principles of group mechanics and what is commonly referred to as “the long view”. Coaches who train youth sports teams are privileged to a window into the formative years of a person, influencing that boy’s or girl’s character and, therefore, their future. The benefits of playing team sports from a young age do not really show up until after a person has left school and entered the working world. It’s easy to spot the team players in the office, for example, versus the solo artists. The sports field, whether at school or extra-curricular, is a wonderful place to develop the individual’s star power. A solid coach then deliberately channels it into a team of excellence and integrity.

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Characteristics Needed to be a Good Teammate

February 1, 2011 by admin Leave a Comment

While having complimentary playing styles is highly important in excelling at team sports, it’s only half the story. Being a good teammate demands more than athletic excellence. In fact, some of the best team players aren’t the best players on the court. Instead, team players are very efficient at other parts of the game.

Those aspects of the game have more to do with character, and it is the most essential necessity for being a good teammate. Here are the best characteristics needed for any good teammate.

Vocal/Communication

Communication is one of the most unsung characteristics in team sports. Yet, it becomes most apparent when the losses start piling up. Players that aren’t vocal and don’t speak to their teammates will never have a chance to build a fluid team chemistry. Being on the same page on the court or field means letting teammates know what you plan on doing and listening to what others plan on doing.

Honesty

Constructive criticism is an absolute must in any team sport. Teammates shouldn’t be afraid of bringing up the mistakes of others. In doing so, a team can sort out their flaws and realize what they need to practice on a team level and individual level. Honesty also helps build camaraderie as teammates can then turn their criticism into much needed encouragement.

Trust

It’s easy to see on the playing field when teammates don’t trust each other. Instead of staying in position, they are moving all over the place tyring to do too much because they don’t think their teammate will. This causes teams to play in erratic patterns and will hurt them overall. Teammates need to trust each other, which will allow them to play as one instead of as many.

Compassion

Every athlete will go through trials in their playing careers from slumps to injuries. Good teammates understand this and are ready to offer their compassion rather than their disappointment.

Rarely will you find a championship team that didn’t get along. The fact is that good teammates make great teams, all with a little character.

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Wellness Goal: Triathlon

January 21, 2011 by admin Leave a Comment

When you hear the word triathlon, you automatically think of people at peak physical shape pushing themselves through the ultimate test of endurance, strength, and physical fitness. So, competing in a triathlon is a great goal to make for yourself. It won’t come easy, but with the proper training and the right equipment, you can accomplish that goal.

What You’re In For

So, what exactly does a triathlon entail? First on your plate is swimming, followed by biking, and then a good run. Distances for each event will vary from competition to competition, but these percentages stay roughly the same: 10-20% swimming, 40-50% biking, and 20-30% running.

Training Tips

One of the main things to remember is to train in all of the events, just like you would in the actual race. One way you could do that is to concentrate on one event a day. Be sure that you do the events in the order they were intended, as well. For example, swim on Monday, bike on Tuesday, run on Wednesday, swim on Thursday, etc. Since you use different muscle sets for each event, this will help condition those muscles to make the transitions. As the race approaches, you can step up your training. Be sure that you are going at least as far as the actual distances of the race when you train.

Equipment is a Must

Now, you can’t just whip out your old 10-speed bike from high school and expect to compete with top athletes. You need the proper equipment for each of the events. The best way to get it is to check out a triathlon store. There you will be able to find all the quality items you will need to compete. Some of those items include a bike, running shoes, clothing, and swim gear.

Filed Under: Extreme Sports, Team Sports Tagged With: Cycling, Sport, Training, Triathlon

Group Games

January 18, 2011 by admin Leave a Comment

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Group games are the games that are commonly played in groups or also in a team. These games include those games which are played among the international levels. These games have helped most of the countries to build up a good relationship among one another.

The games such as the cricket, the football, the throw ball, the basket ball, the volley ball, etc are commonly played in the groups or the teams. The team games have reached into an international level with the best rewards.

The games such as the crickets are commonly found played between two teams among the country or the world. These games are the only purpose of binding the relationship of the neighboring or the far away countries with one another. This game has also acted as a means of uniting the countries with one another.

The other games are the foot ball where this game is played in a team or among two different teams. These teams are only the means and are commonly organized by the spectators that the teams play among each other and the relationship should strengthen between the countries.

The other games are the throw ball where this game is normally played with the usage of the huge balls when compared what is used in the cricket. This game is one among those games where the balls are not supposed to be kicked and instead only catching and throwing work is done.

The other game is the basket ball and this is that kind of game where no much people is used as a team as what it was used in the other games. Here limited and the less number of the players are used and are played with the limited time and the time will not be exceeded.

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Help for Athletes Who Have Drug and Alcohol Addictions

January 1, 2011 by admin Leave a Comment

The stress that athletes face to remain on top of their game so that they can continue to “make their mark” in the sports industry, as well as the temptations some face when they suddenly start making millions of dollars, can lead to drug and alcohol addiction. In addition, addiction may result from chronic pain from recurring injuries, family difficulties caused by long road trips and grueling schedules, and other reasons.

Unfortunately for these athletes, sometimes their drug or alcohol addiction is glamorized and exploited by the media, rather than kept private or downplayed. In fact, some media outlets may actually consider athletes who struggle with addiction more “newsworthy” than their teammates who do not have these problems.

All of this can make rehabilitation from addictions much harder. They may feel that their privacy is being violated, especially if they are trying to enter into a rehabilitation facility anonymously and the media is trying to reveal this information. Once inside, they may feel inhibited or even have to deal with feelings of superiority when it comes to interacting with patients and staff.

Many athletes and celebrities use Michael’s House as their rehabilitation facility. They may have discovered this facility on TheCyn.com or other websites or they may have actually spoken with others who have been in Michael’s House.

No matter how they found out about it, the important thing is that they are seeking treatment for their addiction. Michael’s House understands this and works to help the athlete maintain his privacy and anonymity while at the same time facing his addiction and receiving treatment for it.

More information on Michael’s House and the services it offers can be found on TheCyn.com. This includes such things as the fact that this facility has been in operation for over 80 years. What you won’t find on TheCyn.com is personal information about the people receiving treatment there.

Filed Under: Sports, Team Sports Tagged With: Addictions, Alcoholics Anonymous, Alcoholism, Centers and Counseling Services, Health, Substance abuse, Substance dependence, United States

Being A Teammate Involves Work

December 18, 2010 by admin Leave a Comment

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Not everyone is cut out to be part of a team. Certain individuals work and perform better on their own but that does not mean they do not have it in them to become part of a team. For those who prefer to practice on their own, it takes a lot more work to accept and become a part of a team. Without the right attitude and understanding of everyone else in the team, it becomes difficult for them and as a result, their performance suffers. This goes for just about any sport and any kind of activity that involves a group. Some will find it easy to fit into the team environment while others find it extremely challenging. However, it does not have to be this way and there are several things you can do in order to become part of a group.
Firstly understand the need to be in a team environment and think of how well it has done for you in the past. Whether it was in school, or on a work project, everyone has been part of a team and gained certain valuable experiences. Remember what you have learned and the type of practice you received in the past, as part of a team, will make the transition into your new group a lot easier. Once you are comfortable with the idea of being in a team, be sure to be patient with your team. Remember there will be others in your team who will criticize your moves, just as much as you will theirs. It takes time and patience to fit in with them and staying calm and showing respect to others will help you fit in a lot easier. There are things you have to compromise, but that is part of being in a team. You will actually learn a lot more from your peers and your performance will be improved with help from your teammates.

Filed Under: Coaching, Team Sports Tagged With: Sports, Teams

Fun Things To Do On Your Family Reunion

December 10, 2010 by admin Leave a Comment

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With our busy schedule during the year, we barely find enough time to keep up with the family. When the time comes around for that annual family reunion, we look forward to seeing everyone again. Planning to attend the event is just one part of it and everyone comes with a different set of plans, but fortunately there is always some sort of outdoor activity involved. It is difficult to spend the whole time with everyone, catching up on what you have been doing since your previous reunion, and at times you just need to break away from it. For your next family reunion why not meet somewhere, where you are able to enjoy an afternoon or two, engaging in some sort of fun activities. There are several things you can plan and once you bring it to everyone’s attention, they will appreciate your gesture.
Some will prefer to sit back with their drinks and relax while other would enjoy simple sports. Be sure to involve everyone so something like volley ball or other similar outdoor activities will encourage everyone to join in. It will not only provide the additional entertainment, but it will help with an active schedule that the family will have a good time taking part in. A relaxing hike or trailing is also fun and gives you the opportunity to get away from the location and catch up with the people closest to you. As long as it does not seem like an exercise routine and you don’t enforce rules and regulations on the rest of the family, everyone will enjoy the event. You will have plenty of time to sit around and catch up, but why not include something active to give everyone something to look forward to. Just remember to be sensitive to everyone attending so that you don’t exclude anyone by mistake. The point is to have fun with everyone involved while you catch up.

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Is Extreme Sports For Everyone?

December 2, 2010 by admin Leave a Comment

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We all consider extreme sports to be something out of the ordinary that takes a lot of physical and mental strength to take part in. What you may feel is an extreme sport is not the same for others as some people deal with danger a lot differently than the rest of us. This is definitely not for everyone and if you are thinking of attempting to take part, you must seek professional guidance. Only with proper guidance and training will you understand how much work goes into these types of sports. You will also figure out if this is something you want to continue pursuing.
For those who are interested in extreme sports, there are several different activities they have to train for. In order to compete or even try out, one has to be extremely fit and with proper training they will learn to endure more than an average person. Above all it takes immense mental strength as you can not give up half way through your course, in order to prevent accidents. Most of the courses are on land and water and can take several hours to complete. In order to become familiar with the sport the first thing one should do is, read up on the requirements.

From constant training to mental endurance, every part of these sports has to be trained for and failure to do so will only result in more harm to your body. Athletes spend years training to extreme sport challenges and often it is not to compete with others but for more of a self achievement. Those who train, know how much work goes into this. As for the rest of us, it is better to watch them on television and learn from them rather than take part. Physically not everyone is built to take up extreme sports and not even constant training can get you to that point in your physique.

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