Let's face it: as you climb the corporate ladder, your balls begin to shrivel up as if to get smaller. Which is why managers prefer to play golf while the staff prefer games like baseball and football.

What they call sports for men… seriously! I know people love Tiger Woods for his classiness – but can you really call golf a game, honestly? No one breaks a sweat, leave alone  strenuous effort and most of all, all you do is hit a ball with a crooked stick, walk after it and hit it again.

I think Micky Mantle and Joe DiMaggio really achieved something – and Tiger, you must be stupid to even call him an athlete! Golf is not a sport – but just a game, no matter how you go on about how much skill it requires.

Frankly, show me how much balls you've got by playing a real sport like football (or in some other countries – rugby)… probably the only sport where men can just be themselves with no fear, hot dogs, beer and all.

For me, it's like making a comparison between beef and chicken… where beef wins out every time. It's a man's meat, to say the least!

American Football – Intensity, Speed, Guile and Teamwork

Anyone who's played or watched American football knows how important it is for teams to imbibe these winning qualities. It's always about that extra inch because the competition is so intense.

To say the least, it's brutal…

Yet the rewards for coming out on top (winning the Super Bowl) are immense – fame, money, power & prime pussy – you name it! Which is why the competition is so intense in the first place…

Ads, million-dollar contracts and the adulation of fans is something that goes a long way in living a successful life – not unless you like it there, under the bed, hiding away from the world.

Speaking of the fans, you can bet your last dollar that they will be emulating their favorite (larger-than-life) stars, trying to make passes or runs and so on and so forth, when they're not watching their favorite team or players in action!

(Another sport that is so off-the-charts in this aspect is Ice Hockey – man, are the fans nuts or what?)

And if you didn't know – the game would have met its end in 1905, thanks to the death of many players during that year and if not for the change in rules such as the forward pass – which is the very reason why football is what it is today. A sport of speed and skill and not just brute force.

How to Throw a Spiral Pass

The objective of the spiral pass is to cover long distances with accuracy and speed, and unlike other passes are spun so that it travels in a smooth arc  and doesn't wobble or tumble.

Here's a link to a video which teaches you how to throw a spiral, as taught by a former quarterback from the University of Kentucky. Here's another link which instructs you what to do when throwing a spiral.

In Closing

And what makes the year 2012 exciting is the fact that we will have an American Football League in Asia for the very first time, thanks to Brandon Chillar, of Indian origin. As ridiculous as that sounds, it's going to be fun, alright… and cricket (and forgetting golf) can go to hell as far as I'm concerned!

For some unknown reason, it's always easier to start an exercise program than to keep it going. It's not clear what causes this loss of motivation, but there are some ways we can recharge ourselves when we start to lose steam. Workouts don't have to be drudgery, and the most important part of staying on track is keeping exercise fun. 


* Before choosing a workout plan, think about what you really like to do. Don't commit to jogging if you don't like to run. Pick an activity you enjoy and then turn that into your workout routine. If you hate to run but love to walk, set a goal to walk a set number of miles every week. 



* Listen to music or motivational tapes while exercising or perform workouts with a friend. The time will pass faster, and having a buddy can reinforce your commitment to a goal. 


* Don't let a physical trauma keep you from working out. There are many ways to exercise even if you are injured or recovering from surgery. Consider a water exercise like the aquatic treadmill. In addition to healing and strengthening injured tissue, it can reduce joint stiffness, reduce blood pressure, tone muscles, burn calories, increase flexibility, and improve cardiovascular function. 


* Focus on maintaining a regular routine instead of on checking for results. If you're working out to lose weight, don't get on the scale every day. Instead, weigh in once a week and record your progress. 



* Don't let pain get in the way. When we start a new exercise routine, there's usually some strain because we're using new muscles and movements. Whenever you feel discomfort, remind yourself that feeling slight discomfort means that something positive is happening in your body. Just be sure not to overdo it. 



* Keep your eye on the goal and don't lose sight of your objective. Focus on what you want to achieve instead of on feeling frustrated because you're not there yet. 



* Having a physical disability is no reason to avoid exercise. Aquatic therapy can be a wonderful workout alternative for anyone with a disability or is trying to regain strength. Muscles that may be immobilized by braces or wheelchairs can be strengthened without strain or fear of falling, while the warm water promotes deep relaxation even during movement. 



The biggest trick to staying motivated is to build pleasure into your workout routine. Exercise doesn't have to be a chore. When workouts become fun, they feel more like recreation than work.


This guest post was contributed by Brandon Serna on behalf of Hydroworx, a fitness products company that specializes in innovative exercise pools and therapeutic pools for athletes and patients around the world.

Alright! So many ads out there, so many equipments to choose from. What equipment should you work out on for optimal results? A question that leaves many weight loss devotees confused. If you’re starting on a workout regime and planning to have your own gym at the comfort of your home, then here are the five exercise equipments that you must have. Giving real results, these equipments are perfect for shedding off pounds, toning abs, and thighs, and more importantly, keeping you in good shape on the whole.

1). The Every green – Treadmill

A classic machine, the treadmill is a must have exercise equipment for anyone wanting to lose overall body fat and staying fit. With the treadmill, the only thing you need is good music for your ears, and you’ll be ready for a 20 minute jog right in the comfort of your own home. For a majority, the necessary weight loss exercise starts (and ends) with running. Since not everyone has the privilege of going for a jog in their neighborhood, you can always buy a treadmill and enjoy a good morning exercise routine.
Though it’s easy to use the treadmill, starters should always test at the slowest pace, before they can increase the speed. Start off with slow walking mode and switch to fast running mode only when you have got used to it. Do not use it excessively, because an hour or more of “treadmilling” could lead to trouble.

2). Rowing Machines

Have you ever heard of rowing considered as one of the best cardio exercises, giving you a whole body workout? Well then, you don’t actually have to row a boat to lose weight. With efficient rowing machines, you can easily workout like a boat rower, without going through the trouble of finding a river to row! Rowing demands both upper and lower body for movement and therefore this becomes the perfect aerobic exercise for your arms, abs, thighs and buttocks. However, you have to get some professional training of using rowing machines, as wrong use can lead to back strain or a muscle pull, ouch.

3). Spin Exercise Bicycles

Cycling is perfect for shaping the lower half of your body, while also strengthening your abs. You can buy stationary bikes, which are perfect for overweight people. But they are a non-impact cardiovascular workout as the main area of target is the leg and buttocks. There are many kinds of spin exercise bicycles; however, you should always purchase the one that suits your body type. Sit on the bike and give it a try before you purchase, because if the bike is not suitable to your body type, you will end up with severe body strain.

4). Elliptical Trainers

A mix of jogging, hopping, and cycling, elliptical trainers is another type of exercise machines that let you have an enjoyable workout. It has two pedals on which you have to stand and create a horizontally oval movement. It’s easy to adjust the intensity of movement and it turns out to be a very effective exercise, provided you posses the right model. Before you start working out on it, be sure to have someone help to get adjusted with the movement as it can be a little difficult initially.

5). Jump Rope

Sometimes simple is better, and simplest is the best. Though not really complex, the jump rope is one small weight loss equipment that you would not want to miss out on. Should you go on a trip, this is one equipment that you can carry along and enjoy a good exercise time anywhere (unless it is a business trip and you are inside an office). Rope skipping is one of the best cardio exercises that you can get. It helps shaping and toning the arms as well as the calves. However, rope jumping should not be done excessively in a continuous mode. Because it makes your heart go mad (just like the love), it should be done with breaks in between (can’t say the same about loving though). Do around a 100 jumps, stop, spot, jog, and then do a 100 more. Never attempt to do continuous jumping.

There you go! The perfect set of equipments for your home gym. Bit of an investment some are, but it’s a beneficial investment in longer term, that will keep you happy, active and smart!

Natasha writes for Lean Cuisine diet blog that offers invaluable lean cuisine diet tips and lean cuisine weight loss plans.

Lisa Jackson, the Commissioner of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), did something remarkable at the end of last year. Under her direction, the agency released six new air quality rules, and a subsequent report suggested that these new rules will end up saving the government a lot of money, thanks to cleaner air which won't have people end up being hospitalized so often.

As simple as that sounds, these measures hold water, according to a report prepared by two researchers from the Mailman School. Yes, the government can save up to $ 1 trillion in ensuring that corporations (especially coal-based power plants) adhere to these regulations.

Of course, officials from these plants are not very happy about it, while reiterating the fact (really now?) that they have made significant contributions to protecting the environment and the health of people.

To be honest, they're on the brink of sounding… absurd, ridiculous and facetious – yes, bullshit, if you will!

Of course, all this happened during the month of winter when all of us were busy doing anything else other than work, exercise or which required serious thought…

Winter Exercise – No, not out in the cold, please

If there's anything that we dread during winter, it is to get out in the cold. It's a time when the term "exercise" refers to what we do in the summer.

People can't be blamed, really, because it gets cold enough in some places resulting in the desire for one to want to stay indoors and enjoy some of the "holiday goodies" that will keep them warm.

Yet it poses a real problem for those who take their workout routine seriously as this means going without exercise for almost a month – and which translates to "losing momentum", if you will.

Getting back on track is probably the hardest part especially if you've been on a break or suffered an injury for whatever reason… trust you me!

To top it all, with Christmas and New Year approaching, there is a tendency to go over the limit when it comes to the celebrations that is accompanied by pangs of guilt the first of January every year.

We've all been there… with the exception of my dad who is as anally retentive as can get – a complete teetotaler. Lol.

So you're probably wondering whether winter exercise is a reality or is just one of those paradoxes that we choose to bullshit ourselves with.

Winter Exercise – Fun Things that you can Do

Keeping in mind the true spirit of the holidays, here are a few fun things (and chores)  that you can do to keep that momentum going:

#1: Clear your drive (while whistling "Tis the season to be jolly…")

Come to think of it, shoveling all that snow can burn off quite a few calories (while you take a break from your workout equipment), and it won't hurt to whistle a tune while you're at it. Saying hello to and chatting up with the neighbors won't hurt either.

#2: Snowball Fights

This one's fun and needs no explanation!

#3: Sledding

Since engaging in this type of activity requires a sled and a slope, you can have a lot of fun while burning calories while pushing the sled up the slope – to have at it again!

#4: Ice Skating

Once you find a local rink and a pair of ice skates (not forgetting your balance), an hour or two will end up as fun coupled with exercise.

#5: Build a Snowman

Again, no explanation needed – but excellent for those who can't manage strenuous activity!

In Closing

No matter whatever you do, don't believe the oil companies (Shell, for example) and power plants and their bullshit about being environmentally conscious. At least, Ebenezer Scrooge wasn't a liar…

The common cold can be spread from one person to another in one touch. The National Center for Health Statistics reported that 62 million cases of the common cold occur every year producing 22 million days of missed work. One of the best places to pick up the cold (not to mention a more dangerous virus) is your local sports club.

Many people still hit the gym while sick, believing the work out will “sweat out” any fever or cold they are trying to catch. This leaves you at risk for picking up bacteria and fungi; both of which take home in warm, moist places. Think yoga mats, gym shower stalls, treadmill bars and saunas.

Some tips:

* Always make sure that you wipe down any machine before and after use. Unless you physically see someone wipe down the machine before you get on, never assume that it is clean.

* Put a towel down on gym yoga mats before you use them. These have been used over and over again in classes and personal training. Plus you don’t even know which side was the last to have been floor side down. Why are you doing child’s pose into this breeding ground of germs unprotected?

* Always carry a small hand towel with you. This way if you are on the treadmill or taking a class you can wipe down your face and body with the towel, not your hand. Unless you are consistently washing your hands throughout a work-out you have bound to touch something that is shared communally. Touching your face and eyes is one sure fire way to spread bacteria.

* Never let your bare feet touch the floor, even if for a moment. Although you probably won’t catch a cold this way, you’re putting yourself at major risk for athlete’s foot and even HPV which can live on the bottom of people’s feet.
Now what about working out while sick?
So here is a question that a lot of people have. Should I hit the gym if I am feeling sick? There is a great answer to that! It has to do with your symptoms and where they occur.

Above the neck symptoms:

* Runny nose, nasal congestion, sore throat, headache.
o Of course it is a personal choice, but experts see no reason why you shouldn’t be able to hit the gym. Exercise does have immunity boosting benefits and going to the gym with these common symptoms can help you overcome them. Just make sure you are fair to others you share gym space with and keep yourself from coughing on other people or touching communal equipment with dirty hands.
Below the neck symptoms:

* Runny nose, nasal congestion, sore throat, headache.
o Working out while experiencing these below the neck symptoms put you at risk for putting your body in more stress and therefore worsening your symptoms. If you are experiencing these symptoms take a 2 day break until you feel better and then get back into your work-out routine.

Danae Matthews writes for the on-line women’s health resource, Women’s Health Base.

If Jan Matzeliger hadn't made the shoe lasting machine, there would be no requirement for this blog. Hand lasters thought they would be able to charge large sums of money for being able to "last" a shoe, until the shoe lasting machine was invented.

With the invention of this device, the costs of making shoes literally dropped to half of its price, and was therefore made affordable for the common man.

Yup, this was during a time when people just used a pair of shoes for pretty much everything. Nowadays, as consumers, we have the power of choice and this has led to wearing shoes for purposes related to formal and casual occasions, and even specific ones for sports that requires a lot of running.

In today's language, it's also known as cardiovascular exercise, and probably one of the best ways to begin an exercise routine.

Cardiovascular Exercise

While strength training is the favorite choice among men, there's no doubt that cardiovascular exercise should be a part of your exercise, and for its simplest form – running, it is important to obtain the best running shoes that will not hinder but help the movements in exercise.

Since clothes have also followed the same trend, we have clothing now that is made just for exercise and sports, and it's a good idea to buy yourself 'sporting gear' for that very reason.

The biggest reason for this is the prevention of injury to your ankles – especially in the case of running. Look at athletes in every kind of competition, Tour De France or swimming, for example – they're always looking for that 'extra bit' that can give them an advantage over their rivals, and a large part of that comes from the aerodynamic gear that they wear and the sporting equipment that they use.

That should tell you a lot about how much easier you can make it on yourself by getting the right equipment for your cardiovascular workout.

Best Running Shoes – What you need to know

Since there are a million sports brands out there, how would you know which one is right for you?

There are certain questions that you must ask yourself if you're not sure about which pair of running shoes will suit you best. So here's a list:

#1: Are my current running shoes old?

The lifespan of any pair of sports shoes is for approximately 300-400 miles. If you don't know when you purchased these shoes, then it's time to get a new pair. And once you do that, keep a mental note of how many miles was covered each week.

#2: Where will I be running?

Since there are sports shoes that have been designed for specific environments, it's a good idea to purchase shoes that are right for the location that you have picked for your exercise.

#3: How much money can I afford to spend on a new pair?

A good pair of running shoes will cost you about $ 60 and above, so any pair of shoes in that range should not only absorb the shock that occur when running but also prevent injury.

#4: How do I know if this pair of shoes is the best for me?

If you're in doubt, try the shoes on, and do a couple of laps to see if you are comfortable in them. Better still is when you are able to test them while running on a treadmill or in the environment that you intend to use them for before buying them. If you're still not sure – ask your trainer for assistance!

In Closing

So what are you waiting for? Off you go before the era of the hand lasters come back…

Almost all of us often come to a point in our lives where we feel like giving up. It's a tough place to be in – especially when you are out on your own and don't know whom to turn to.

No matter how smart you are in your life – what we understand as Life turns out to put us in these positions, as a test, perhaps.

Some of you might laugh at this interpretation of difficulties (as it is a positive one) but if you think a little deeper, you'll find that there's a reason for things to happen. Perhaps, I might dare to put across the fact that there might be a higher power involved…

Our own body, with all its intricacies, is probably the best evidence that shows us how wise it is to 'keep the faith' when all seems lost.

Take for example, the rotator cuff, whose primary function is to "stabilize the shoulders" and without which our movements will be very limited, if at all. Without a doubt, our lives have been crafted by a higher power…

Rotator Cuff

Consisting of four muscles such as Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor and subscapularis, these muscles provide stability while also enabling shoulder movements that are normally used to pitch in baseball and bowl in cricket as well as that help one to participate in on the water sports and even swimming as well.

What we're talking about are movements that allow you to rotate your arm without any issues, and similar to a bowler or a pitcher in the games of cricket and baseball. In most cases, the Supraspinatus and Infraspinatus tendons are the ones that get hurt the most.

Therefore, these muscles must be taken care of because overuse and any eccentric movements might tear these muscles and put you out of action for sometime to come.

Ask any athlete how it feels to stay out a game for a while…

However, rotator cuff injuries don't only happen to athletes but also to the aged more easily, and has been considered to be a growing problem for Americans.

So, what's the solution?

Other than medication, the secret lies in strengthening these muscles, and for that there are a few exercises that one must work out with.

Rotator Cuff Exercises

Not only will these rotator cuff exercises strengthen these muscles but they will prevent injury in the future, thanks to certain exercises that we will discuss now.

Watch this link that will introduce you to 4 simple rotator cuff exercises, and which doesn't much equipment. The coach in the video will give you the necessary instructions as to how you can carry out the exercises.

Here is another link that gives you complete information and exercises from a doctor's perspective, and which is specific to rotator cuff injuries that commonly occur.

In Closing

Yet what never seems to amaze is the ability of man to use his/ her brain that he has been given to not only find creative solutions for his biggest problems but most of all, to heal oneself, through the medium of medicine.

Why do you exercise? Chances are you can think of a variety of reasons why staying fit is important. Perhaps you regularly train with weights because you know it makes bones denser and provides attractive muscle tone. Maybe you do a cardio routine because you know it’s good for your heart and helps burn excess calories. Some people make exercise a regular part of their weekly routine in order to prepare to run in an upcoming 5k race or compete in a bodybuilding show.

Regardless of how many reasons you can think of, they all really boil down to a simple motivation. You exercise because you know that being fit gives you better quality of life. People who exercise regularly tend to live longer, more fulfilling lives. They have fewer health problems and are able to maintain an active lifestyle well into the so-called golden years.

There is little debate about the advantages of leading an active lifestyle over being sedentary. But what type of exercise yields the best results? Over the years, gyms and health clubs have exploded in popularity. Most of these gyms are crammed with exercise machines of various descriptions: treadmills, elliptical trainers, and weight machines to name a few. Many people use such machines faithfully, week after week, month after month, but there are reasons why even the best elliptical trainers, treadmills, and weight machines may not be the best method to achieving physical fitness. Here are just a few reasons why:

1. Isolation

When we work out on exercise machines, we tend to isolate a particular muscle or muscle group, like the bicep or the rear deltoids, while ignoring every other muscle in our body. Ask yourself how well such isolation mimics real life situations? The answer is: not at all. Our bodies are intricately designed to work in perfect coordination. In everyday life we never utilize just one muscle group at a time. Climbing a flight of stairs, lifting a stack of boxes, and even walking down the street all require that nearly all of our 700 muscles work in concert to accomplish the task. Each muscle supports at least one other, making the isolation inherent in exercise machine workouts unnatural and counterproductive.

2. Machines do not adequately prepare athletes for competition

When humans participate in a team sport or some other type of active recreation, they cannot prepare for this activity by working out on exercise machines. Successful participation in real world activities like baseball and mountain biking requires actually practicing those activities. The static motions forced upon the body by exercise machines do not translate well to the swift changes of direction and dynamic motion required by real life sports.

3. Unrealistic movement along a single plane

Your body is designed to move along no fewer than three planes, and it is realistic to expect your body to utilize more than one plane at any given moment. Exercise machines restrict this realistic aspect of the mobility of the human body, again preventing you from getting the most efficient use of your muscles.

4. One size fits all mentality

Some people are quite tall, while others have never reached even five feet in height. Yet they may be using the same exercise machines at the gym. Of course, most machines allow for some degree of customization, such as the ability to raise or lower a seat or a bar. But how many of these machines can actually accommodate the extreme size differences that can exist within any given population? A machine that cannot truly adjust to your proportions is one that is unsafe for you to use.

5. No two people move in exactly the same way

Each of us has a unique body which comes equipped with its own capabilities and quirks. Exercise machines are never versatile enough to fully account for the uniqueness of every human body. The restrictive nature of exercise machines can force people to move in a manner that is unnatural, and therefore harmful, to their body, thereby causing an injury or resulting in the inefficient use of exercise time.

6. Decreased stabilization abilities

Exercise machines give users something to hold on to, lean against, or in some other way balance themselves. When we are exercising while relying on artificial means to provide stabilization, we are not making optimum use of all muscle groups and we’re cheating ourselves out of the opportunity of developing our core muscles.

7. Design flaws in some weight machines may actually cause stress and injury

Take, for instance, the seated leg extension. For years we’ve used these machines to develop the quadriceps, but this machine can actually harm the knees by placing the resistance at our ankles. Standing exercises like squats and lunges actually place a lesser burden on our knees, making them safer and more effective exercises.

8. Machines do too much of the work

Many people enjoy a cardio workout on an elliptical machine. Why? Because it seems so easy. Every workout does not have to be an out-and-out struggle to be effective, but it should at least be reasonably strenuous to get the optimum benefit. Completing an actual five mile hike versus completing five miles on the elliptical machine will burn more calories and put your body under the positive stress it needs to get leaner and fitter.

9. The multitasking trap

People are busy, which leads them to multitask unrelated items. However, results of studies suggest that multitasking at home and in the office often cause chores to take longer to complete and can cause errors. But multitasking mis-steps can also happen at the gym. Reading while using a stationary bike, elliptical machine, or treadmill will actually reduce the effectiveness of your workout because you’re distracted by trying to do two things at once. It’s difficult to get the most out of your workout while your brain is focused on something else. Reading or doing other tasks while using exercise machines can cause injury and make you go easy on the intensity of your workout, preventing you from getting the results you want.

10. If you must use exercise machines do so sensibly.

An elliptical machine is capable of giving a better total-body workout than a treadmill because it engages both the upper and lower body. It also puts less impact on joints, so anyone with an injury may actually benefit from an elliptical workout. Balance cardio on a machine with a free-weight routine to get the most out of your gym time.

It’s that time of year again when every day is a little bit shorter than the previous one and the darkness stretches out for longer and longer periods of time. It gets easier to snuggle underneath the covers for just a little bit longer in the mornings and extra pounds add themselves to our bodies unnoticed as we add on more layers in an effort to bundle up. It’s that time when we allow ourselves a little more indulgent treats and a little less time spent working out until it all climaxes and suddenly we realize that our pants are a little too snug and our fitness levels are leaving something to be desired. So how do you combat the winter weight gain?

1. Engage in seasonal activities
So maybe you aren’t out running in perfect 70 degree weather with a cool breeze pushing you a long like you can during the fall months. So layer up and go skiing or ice skating instead – these are activities the whole family can enjoy and will still get you torching calories and being active.

2. Swap out your hot drinks
Instead of drinking calorie-laden hot drinks like hot chocolate or decadent coffees choose hot seasonal teas or order your coffees with skim milk and sugar free syrups. The changes will only minimally affect taste while still keeping your calories in check. We tend to not think of drinks as being heavy in calories but those creamy drinks can clock in at the same number of calories as some meals!

3. Weigh Yourself Weekly
It’s easy to “forget” to weigh yourself when you’re feeling less than stellar about your weight, but by regularly checking in you’ll be more aware of where you are and more likely to do something about it versus if you’re just pretending like it’s not happening.

4. Don’t let one mistake take control
You overindulged one night – so what? You’re human and it happens, especially during the holiday season and you shouldn’t beat yourself up over that. But don’t let one night of indulgence set the scene for a whole month of indulgence. Instead just start fresh the next morning and move on with your life.

5. Take it indoors
Invest in some free weights or some exercise DVDs – or both! – so that you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your own home to get in a decent workout. When you eliminate the excuses (too far too drive, too cold outside, etc) you are more likely to get it done.

As easy and expected as it is to let our weight go during the colder months, there’s no reason why you can’t celebrate the holidays and stay in shape. So throw out the excuses that way come New Year’s you can focus on new resolutions instead of the standard “I want to lose weight”.

Mary Edwards is one of the contributors and editors for dating sites. She is passionate about thought leadership writing, regularly contributes to various career, social media, public relations, branding, and parenting and online dating community. She can be reached at edwardsmary936 AT gmail.com.

One smart indicator of how fit you really are is knowing whether you have man boobs or not. Of course, there are studies that indicate reasons for this embarrassing enlarged body part, and here's a link to one such study that tell us to watch certain types of foods that can cause you to end up with this embarrassing condition.

If there's another thing that you can't do when you head out to the beach for a holiday, is take off your shirt for the very reason of having large man boobs. However, even if you can't take your shirt off, trying out a kitesurfing kites workout is not such a bad idea for your manboobs or anything else.

Kiteboarding (Or Kitesurfing) – An Introduction

If you think this has anything to do with a kite and a surfing board, you're right. Most people consider kiteboarding to be a combination of other water sports such as paragliding, wakeboarding, surfing and so on and so forth , and if you aren't sure what it is, here's a video that will help you see how cool this sport is.

To say the least, it's extreme, and not necessarily easy at your first attempt but with an excellent instructor, you can learn the basics before getting to the stunts that make this sport a pleasure to watch.

The kite used in this sport can be likened to a mini-sail that harnesses the wind that you can use to stay afloat and move on the water.

Once you have learned how to stay afloat and move on the water, the next stage will be to learn the advanced techniques that help you to jibe, loop and jump among the other tricks that was shown in the earlier video.

Pros and Cons of a Kitesurfing Kites Workout

Yet the only benefit that you might obtain from this water sport is that it not only looks cool and is fun but can serve as a workout instead of the normal indoor routine that you use in the gym.

In order to get to the advanced stage of this sport, you need to really loosen up, if you know what I mean.

The bottom line from an exercise point-of-view is that you have to use all muscle groups of your body when participating in such a sport but moreso the glutes, quads and hamstrings since you will be in half-squat position for the most part.

So, all in all, kitesurfing is an excellent way to reduce weight and get slim (apart from losing those manboobs) especially if you close to a beach.

The only con that comes with this sport is that it is a difficult sport and can be dangerous because you can get hurt in many ways yet according to experts, the danger is relatively less compared to other sports.

After all, there's nothing like the 'high' that you can get from this sport when riding the waves and wind.

In Closing

And if you still have to leave that shirt on – taking up this sport will ensure that you don't give women a complex when it comes to big body parts as discussed earlier.