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Fish Oil? Are you taking the right stuff?

Fish oil for years has been an essential supplement for athletes and individuals looking to support their health. Fish oils have many benefits for the body; these benefits can be attributed to their high concentration of Omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3 fatty acids are essential for along list of bodily functions; the list is extensive some of the most important benefits can not be overlooked.

Increased cell membrane health- fish oils contribute to growth of healthy and adaptive cells which allows the cells to be more responsive to changes in the cellular environment (i.e. loosing weight and gaining muscle).
Activation of fat burning genes- fish oils actively promote the body’s functioning of fat burning lypolytic genes to holistically burn fat.
Reduce inflammation- Omega 3 fatty acids have a remarkable ability to reduce inflammation in joints and muscle tissue after a workout.
Improves blood flow to brain- fish oils act as a “cellular lubricant” in the body allowing for the increased blood flow to the brain, for better mental health.
Decrease blood pressure- fish oils are wonderful stress reducers as they prevent the production of adrenal hormones in response to stress, helping to keep your blood pressure low.

Obviously fish oils are remarkable for their health benefits and there are many reason(above) that you can argue for their use. But recently a study was produced by a non for profit group which reported that of the top 10 companies selling fish oils 3 were containing high levels of pcb’s. PCB stands for Polychlorinated biphenyl compounds which were banned in the 1970′s for their carcinogenic effects. So despite all the benefits that fish oils have behind them you must be cautious of what you are putting into your body. See the full report of all companies that violated the level of allowed pcb’s here. Of the supplements tested the ones with the lowest overall pcb were; Solgar Norwegian Cod Liver Oil and Twin Lab Norwegian cod Liver Oil. All in all fish oil has many benefits that cant be denied and we still recommend its use but it is important as with anything you put into your body that you do your research before hand.

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Barbell Bench Press

Bench Press	Bench press is one of the basic power lifts. Bench press that is done correctly can be good for any athlete. An increased bench press has been correlated to an increase in speed and body control; which any athlete can benefit from. Many coaches and trainers use the maximum amount an individual can bench as a indicator of their overall strength.
Description	Lay down flat on the bench and grasp the bar with thumbs pointing in. Hands should be slightly wider than shoulder width. (Variations in grip with exist) Remove the bar from the rack using your upper shoulders and slowly lower the bar towards your chest. The bar should be lowered along the nipple. After either touching the chest with the bar or coming within an inch, explosively push the bar back up to its original position. Alternate Incline Version: Set the bench at a 45 degree upward incline and proceed to complete the exercise as before. Alternate Decline Version: Set the bench in a decline position, secure your legs, and proceed to complete the exercise as before.
Things to Keep in Mind	Avoid arching your back during any point of this lift, work to keep your shoulder blades pinched together. “Lock” your feet into the ground, use your feet as added stability do not allow your feet to come off the ground. Be sure to keep your abdominal tight and contract for added power. Spotting is very important as large weights are often used. Be sure to have a spotter who can lift the appropriate weight being lifted.
Visual Aids
Muscles Works	Pectoralis Major, Clavicular, Anterior Deltoid, Tricep, Brachii, and Biceps Brachii.

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World Cup 2010

As June 11th approaches with it comes all the hype and excitement of the 2010 World Cup that will take place in the city of Cape Town Africa. The first scheduled kickoff is for June 11th 2010, exactly 101 days from today. The main stadium which is in the works of adding its final touches is located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean is built to seat 70,000. It will be used among other stadiums located throughout Africa to host the 2010 games. This stadium is especially important because it will be the host for the semi-final matches and final game. To learn more about the stadiums check them out here.

The stadiums for the 2010 FIFA world cup may be interesting but without the players there would be no World Cup. This year there are many returning players with previous World Cup experience as well as many new players who will get their first taste of what its like to play for their country in the World Cup. With the newest world rankings out the top ten players are as follows:

Lionel Messi , Argentina
Cristian Ronaldo, Portugal
Wayne Rooney, England
Kaka, Brazil
Xavi, Spain
Didier Drogba, Ivory Coast
Andres Iniesta, Spain
Fernando Torres, Spain
Steven Gerrard, England
Michael Essien, Ghana

This years games look to be full of fierce competition and intensity. Be sure to watch for the players listed above this year, as they all are key players on their respective teams. These leaders will be looking to take their teams down the path to glory. 101 days may seem like it is far away, but it will be here before you know it. So mark your calenders for some of the best athletic competition this year.

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