The Basics of Cholesterol
The Basics of Cholesterol
Cholesterol is very essential to the normal running of our body. Cholesterol is found in every cell of our body and has numerous functions. Cholesterol is a fat lipid, which is produced by the liver. Some plants are also known to synthesize cholesterol. In humans and animals, it is a waxy steroid, which is transported by blood.
Cholesterol has many functions in our body. The most important one is that as a lipid molecule it builds and maintains cell membranes present in the outer layer of body cells. Cholesterol plays and important role in preventing the …
Exercise Options for a Home Boxing Workout
Exercise Options for a Home Boxing Workout
If you think that boxing workouts are only for boxers then think again because many ordinary people have been doing boxing workouts for quite a while. The best thing about boxing workouts is that they can really be done anywhere and by almost anybody.
There is no need to be intimidated by the fact that these workouts are called boxing workouts because there is no physical contact involved. The focus is on getting into good all around shape like a boxer.
There are many ways to go about doing a boxing workout including …
How to Defend Yourself in a Stand-Up Fight
How to Defend Yourself in a Stand-Up Fight
When it comes to stand-up martial arts there are multiple disciplines that utilize a variety of differing attacks, but when it comes to defensive movements, most use the same techniques. Karate, taekwondo, Muay Thai, American kenpo, and boxing all use slipping, bobbing and weaving, parrying, clinching, and covering up to defend against punches, kicks, elbows, knees, and everything in between.
The following will help to explain how each movement is executed and how it can defend an opponent’s strikes by avoidance and deflection.
Slipping – This is the process of moving out …
So, You Wanna Knock ‘Em Out!
So, You Wanna Knock ‘Em Out!
For the training MMA, Boxer, or K1 fighter one of the best skills you can develop is a knockout punch. This opens up your opponents like a flower in the morning sun and since your knock out power is on the forefront of them mind they will leave other areas you can attack open. It is a lot like in foot back when you have the running game going the passing game just opens up and allows you to pass for a million yards. So here are some tips and tricks that knockout artists …
Time Boxing Promotes Time Awareness
Time Boxing Promotes Time Awareness
Working on your own often means working at your own time, at your own pace, and at your own terms. But too often, with this type of set up, you would end up not being aware of the time you have spent, or wasted. If you want to work on a fixed schedule or make sure that you are able to maximize the time you have on hand and spend it well, there is technique that has been circulating among freelancers for quite some time now. It is called time boxing. It can help you …
Carl Froch Has Defensive Liabilities
Carl Froch Has Defensive Liabilities
Super middleweight boxing champ Carl Froch is undefeated in 26 fights and boasts an impressive knockout record.
However, his toughness and heart often outweigh his technical ability. He has glaring defensive deficiencies that a savvy opponent will be able to exploit. It is probably only a matter of time before someone outpoints Froch right out of his champion’s belt.
Carl has some respectable offensive tools in his arsenal.
His jab is stiff and deceptively fast. He uses it to good effect against other power punchers who try to get set before punching.
His uppercut, too, …
Kassim the Dream Ouma and the WBA Middleweight Title Fight With Gennady Golovkin: Preview
Kassim “the Dream” Ouma and the WBA Middleweight Title Fight With Gennady Golovkin: Preview
The statistics suggest that Uganda boxer, a former title holder of the prestigious IBF (International Boxing Federation) junior middleweight title Kassim “the Dream” Ouma is very determined and heavily training to regain his universal status. The fact is borne out in Ouma’s middleweight-class technical knocking out of tall Joey Gilbert in the 6th round of his latest fight of September 25th 2010, in Reno in Nevada. Joey Gilbert, though relatively age-advanced in boxing at 35, previously possessed the commendable boxing record of 20 wins (with 15 …
Manny Pacquiao: An Introduction to Margarito Fight
Manny Pacquiao: An Introduction to Margarito Fight
This is brief information about Manny Pacquiao. Manny was born on December 17, 1978, and is now a world-renowned boxing champion. He is also a politician, winning a congressman position in the Philippines. His father is Rosalio Pacquiao and her mother, now a well known actress, is Dionesia Pacquiao. Not many people know that Manny is also a very devoted Catholic, and much like any other Filipino citizens, he always visits the Black Nazarene church in Quiapo, Manila every time a boxing fight has commenced. Manny Pacquiao is also a reservist in Philippine …