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The word ‘SCUBA’ is an acronym for “Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus”, but it has become acceptable to refer to ‘scuba equipment‘ ‘scuba diving‘ or ’scuba apparatus’. The term SCUBA in common usage usually means open-circuit equipment in which gas (usually air) is breathed from a tank of compressed gas and then exhaled into the water, usually in the line of kit development started by Emile Gagnan and Jacques-Yves Cousteau.

Do You Know What Spinning Is?

Thursday, 23rd November, 2006

Indoor cycling is a form of exercise that involves using a stationary exercise bicycle in a classroom setting, it is commonly known as ‘spinning‘. The concept was created in the 1980s by ultra-endurance athlete Jonathan Goldberg (”Johnny G.”). Participants set goals based on their heart rate, which can be measured by hand or using a heart rate monitor.

Artistic Gymnastics Popular Yet Difficult

Wednesday, 22nd November, 2006

The sport of Artistic gymnastics is in all likelihood going to end up being one of the most popular spectator events at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games.  This is despite the fact that it is not a particularly popular participation sport, as performing at even the most fundamental level requires very high levels of physical fitness and skill.  Most people  are unfortunately not prepared to commit to the rigorous training schedule, therefore those who do, can always expect to get a lot of accolades and support.

Apparatus Used in Gymnastics

Wednesday, 22nd November, 2006

Very few people know this, but he apparatus used in Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) and Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) differs greatly.  The men’s apparatus emphasizes strength whereas the women’s apparatus emphasizes balance and agility.


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