The push-up is one of the most recognizable upper body exercises. Push-ups are generally done to work the chest muscles. However, close grip push-ups primarily work the triceps. The following are instructions for performing the close grip push-up:
The obliques are used to assist with rotation of the torso, as well as basic abdominal contractions. This exercise is great if you want to target the oblique muscles. Unlike traditional abdominal exercises, the oblique twist works other muscle groups as well.
The one arm dumbbell chest press is perfect for strengthening the pectoralis (chest) muscles. Most chest exercises involve compound movements, or the use of more than one joint. Invariably, the triceps and anterior deltoid are often involved in chest exercises.
Have about 10 guys In a small, pitch black room, each armed with two electric fly swatters. Once the lights go off, it's every man for himself in an all-out, spark-filled brawl. I would suggest a strobe light in the room, but I'm sure the sparks given off by the electrified rackets will do.
Throw a giant bob for apples challenge in a pool. Tie everyone's arms to their sides and dress them up like mermaids, tails, bikinis and all. Give them a giant scuba flipper.
Chris Duncan demonstrates how to jump tabletops and you first need to put on protection. You should keep your legs bent, elbows up and out, and arms straight. Jump a tabletop.
Buddy Mason demonstrates how to play the hook shot for the game cricket. You should play this shot on short deliveries on the leg side in an attacking way. You should keep your hands high and your arms extended. Play the hook shot in cricket.
Muay Boran Muay Boran (Ancient Boxing) is an all-inclusive term for the ancient boxing arts of Thailand, from which modern Muay Thai was born. In the old days, fighters would wrap their hands with strips of twisted hemp cloth or hemp rope. Although it is commonly thought that fighters would dip their wrapped hands in broken glass, this is largely a myth. They did, however, dip their hands in water in order to harden the rope.
Everybody loves a good fair ground ride and so why not give them something to panic about more than a few bloody pranks?
Front crawl is the fastest stroke and gives you the feeling of being powerful in the water. It is often hard to get the hang of at first because fitting in the breathing can be difficult. Follow along in this swimming how-to video to learn the basics of the front crawl.
Watch this video from This Old House to learn how to troubleshoot a leaky shower. Steps:
Hi, all! After building my 20:1 TARDIS, I wanted to build another spaceship, but this time, I wanted to build a real one. I wanted it to be a well-known rocket, but more importantly, I wanted it to be a huge rocket.
The Obama administration is moving to strengthen its ties with Persian Gulf nations whose geography and oil resources have already made them key players in U.S. defense and energy security.
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Calling all curious minds—scientists, anthropologists, relentless tourists: Saturday, April 9th, is International Obscura Day, the day to "explore hidden treasures in your hometown," or so says Atlas Obscura, a website dedicated to public curiosities and esoterica. If you're the kind of person who appreciates public oddities every day of the year, tomorrow is icing on the cake. Celebrate Obscura Day in one of hundreds of locales—from Los Angeles to Sydney, from Berlin to Manila.
Wingsuits are an invention of the Gods. Why? Because they give human beings incredible superhuman powers. First in the gallery below, a compilation of world renown daredevil Jeb Corliss' most amazing jumps. Second, Jeb's epic flight under the arms of Rio's gigantic Jesus Christ. Previously, Adrenaline Rush vs. Death: The Science of Risk.
Dr. Elena Bodnar proposes a silly idea. Why not wear a bra that double as a gas mask? No point in being ill equipped (in the event of fires, terrorist attacks, dust storms or a swine flu outbreak). The instructions are simple: In the event of an emergency, remove bra.
Well, only if you also happen to have an ARM powered LEGO Speedcuber device. Promotional video by maker David Gilday for ARM Ltd. With the help of the Android, the machine cracks the Rubik's Cube in 25 seconds (compare to LEGO Mindstorms solvers' 4 seconds.... or the human record of 7 seconds). Previously, Wow-Worthy Hack: Android Running on iPhone.
Microsoft Research and Carnegie Mellon University have teamed up to to create an armband that projects a touchscreen interface directly on to your skin. The best part? Skinput knows which part of the body you've tapped, based on the sound that's matched against skin, muscle or skeleton.
Build platform on top of motor or side of boat. Strap Preston onto top of platform holding the legs of the first person in the chain. (If Preston can't hold the first person, have fist person of chain strap onto the platform by feet/ankles or legs.) Each person holds the legs or ankles of the person in front of them. Skier/boarder holds arms of last person of chain
Nolan's Express Tips: Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan gives pointers on the proper way to long toss. The long toss is important for warming up the shoulder and pitching arm. Practice the long toss in pitching with Nolan Ryan.
This is Fitness for Dummies. Learn how to do simple stretching exercises. An evening stretch routine improves flexibility, warms muscles, and relaxes you before bed. This stretch routine works your arms, legs, and back and can improve your sleep, as well as prevent nighttime cramps. Create a nighttime stretch routine.
The serpent bracelet shown in this how-to jewelery-making video will slide right on your arm and into your heart! Just grab your glitter and glue to get started. Follow along with the step-by-step instructions in this video activity tutorial and learn how to make a slithery serpent bracelet. Make a slithery serpent bracelet.
This video tutorial is on swimming tips and techniques for advanced backstroke. Learn how to do backstroke in three easy steps; legs, arms, and breathing. Become a back stroke swimming champion by following this professional advice. Do the advanced backstroke.
Sophie Rycott demonstrates how you can improve your balance and coordination with a balance ball. There are four exercises you can do: side tilts, opposite arm to leg lifts, spine twist, and paddling. Improve balance and coordination using a balance ball.
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University of Tokyo and MIT join forces to create a high speed, three fingered, robot pitcher. From Pink Tentacle:
You have electric dog fence placed randomly throughout a field and have each of the jackass crew strap electric dog collars on their legs and arms and have them try and get through the field without getting shocked. Also blind fold them and once they cant see have packs of skunk released in the field. Could have this indoors so the skunk dont run away but feel trapped and so you can have it in a smaller area.
A kong vault involves approaching an object at approximately waist height, placing the hands on the top and throwing the legs forward so that they pass through the arms, the end result being that the athlete lands on their feet on the other side and can continue on their route. This is one of the most common vaults as it is one of the most natural to perform. Do the Parkour move the kong vault.
Buddy Mason demonstrates how to throw a ball for the game cricket. You have to stand sideways to the target, pull the non-throwing arm through, release the ball with both feet on the ground, and swing through. Throw a ball in the game of cricket.
Justin Rose shows us how to get a little more distance on our drives. The set up is the key, with a wider stance, weight to the right side, and increased arm speed in the follow through. Get that little extra distance on your drives.
Buddy Mason demonstrates how to play the sweep shot for the game cricket. The shot is ideal for playing spin bowling on the leg side in an attacking way. You must lean forward and extend your arms. Play the sweep shot.
You can learn how to hit a crosscourt backhand and you should prepare by turning your hips and shoulders perpendicular to the net. Swing from low to high, bend your knees, keep your arm straight, and keep your elbow and wrist locked through contact. Hit a crosscourt backhand.
Fabian Nunez Seixa explains that to hit a forehand volley, you should use the correct grip and be in the correct position which is three steps away from the net. When the tennis ball is approaching, you need to move the racquet toward the ball, keep your arm straight, and step diagonally forward. Hit a forehand volley in tennis.
Francis Ribeiro explains that to hit the one-handed backhand, you must use the eastern grip. You should approach the ball, take a backswing with bent arms, swing, and follow through. You should never take your eyes off the ball. Master the basic one-handed backhand in tennis.
Sophie Rycott demonstrates how you can warm up and cool down for pilates. There are four warm ups: shoulder rolls, feet circles and flexes, hip rotation, and arm opening. There are four cool downs as well: neck and spine stretch, hip and gluteus stretch, hip flexor stretch, and lower back, chest and shoulder stretch. Warm up and cool down for pilates.
Britain's only female javelin thrower in Athens shows you how to improve on your throwing. Keep the javelin horizontal on the run up, plant the final foot before the line and make sure the throwing arm is straight as possible with the elbow high. Improve your javelin throw.
This improvisation on the classic row is a great way to improve your upper back muscles. Men's Health suggests holding the bar higher for optimal toning.
This classic, simple exercise from Men's Health is a great way to start building your body resistance. The video also gives great tips for your chest-toning progression.
This great end of workout exercise from Men's Health is relatively simple. A muscle isolation exercise keeps your muscles stretched and flexible for the next time.
