impacts of using steroids in the professional field of sports Introduction Sports are changing as time goes by with more and more competition getting into it. The function of entertainment in the old times was to be a recreational activity that broke boredom and induce a sense of belonging among the existing populations. However, the man was never satisfied opting to make it more entertaining through the addition of competitive aspect in the sports. The winners are walking away with prizes and pride of being the best among others. Competition became a significant part of the game in the quest to seek dominance. Humans are alpha beings meaning that they are bound to try and find the best within everything they are involved (Lukas, p.61). Competition has gained ground, and every individual involved in sport finding ways to beat their opponents. Extreme practicing and fitness are some of the techniques employed by the athletes to ensure that they come on top of everyone. In the modern world, however, some athletes seek to become best by using performance-enhancing drugs. These drugs…
8 Massive Benefits of Using Meditation Cushions There is one crucial thing that I learned as I embarked on my meditation journey. That is, it mattered how I set up my meditation space. For my mind to be calm and quiet, I have to be comfortable yet alert. This concept also applies to you. Sitting meditation positions are often the most comfortable and preferable. Just look at all the meditation gurus in practice, and you will quickly realize this. The best way to combine relaxation and awareness effectively is a seated position. As such, it is crucial to be able to stay comfortable while sitting. This is where a meditation cushion comes in handy. I found that this simple accessory makes all the difference when it comes to effective meditation practice. Meditation cushions are not just for beginners; experts also benefit from them in profound ways. In this piece, I am going to share with you some of the benefits of meditation cushions. They Help Keep You Comfortable One of the most important benefits of meditation cushions…
Christian abstraction essay Christian abstraction refers to Christian art, whereby there is the use of themes and images that are related to Christianity. Most groups in Christianity have used art to the extent that brings strong objection about the role of images in religion. Abstraction in Christianity is outlined in pictures of Jesus and the narration of scenes derived from his life. The art from the Old Testament plays a significant role in dominating Christian abstraction. However, the images of the Virgin Mary and the saints are not mostly used among the Protestants, but Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy make use of them. Christianity makes more extensive use of images when compared to other religions, whereby most religions forbid the use of images to represent supreme beings in the faith(North, 2017). For instance, it is prohibited for Islam and those practicing Judaism to use pictures to describe some crucial people in those religions. Therefore, Christian abstraction is the use of images, and these are a representation of the essential creatures of the Christian faith. The political difference between the Christians…
911 Motorsports Tube Bending Jig For Roll Cage Metal fabricators are very innovative and always aspire to make new and unique shapes out of any tube. The only problem is finding a tool that lets you design, twist, and craft different shapes from any tube. But that’s now water under the bridge because thanks to this roll cage tubing bender, you’ll achieve all the curves, rotations, and copes on whichever tube. The benders have a yellow zinc plating and a black oxide coating for strength and corrosion resistance. They work best for 1 1/2″, 1 3/4″, and 2″ tubes and have two cope angles that increase from 10 up to 50. Other attachments include two large yellow tubes and two small black tubes. Also included are two large and two small hinges, extension tubes, coped tubes, and thumbscrews. The unit also has a magnetic rotation gauge for measurement. What we like Bends any tube to any desired angle Little time is required to set up the unit The hinges are vital in bend rotation Fewer materials go into waste because of…
Prevention of Hypertension Hypertension or high blood pressure, typical of most cardiovascular diseases, is a nutrimental-hygienic condition. The origin of hypertension is embedded in physical inactivity, high intake of calories, obesity and uncontrolled dietetic sodium consumption as well as alcohol intake. Genetic vulnerability to hypertension remains vague; however, the environmental susceptibility of gene-environment synergies can be positively influenced by controlling lifestyle choices (Action, 2012). The origin of hypertension has not been discovered unless it is ancillary high blood pressure. However, there are many possible factors linked to its occurrence. These elements include age, excessive salt intake, physical inactivity and genetic features. Hypertension is more prevalent in people between the age of 20-79, age is a factor that is unavoidable and increases with time. High blood pressure may be as a result of reduced physical activity brought about by ageing. Clotting of the structural changes in the arteries leading to decreased ability of the arteries to enlarge when blood is pumped. Hormonal changes in respect to ageing also affects high blood pressure. Additionally, transformations such as reduction in estrogen production, inactive…
Injuries and illness in sports In every sport or physical activity, athletes and those involved are posed with a high risk of injuries. Injuries not only occur during official games or matches but also athletic training. Although the type of damages may differ depending on the intensity and nature of the game, concussions are the commonly reported type of damages (Broglio et al., 2014). Concussions are considered a mild traumatic brain injury and may go unreported in most cases. However, the effects are noticeable. With regards to the National Athletic Trainer’s Association, this summary report entails points on how they occur, treatment methods as well as preventive measures, ultimately improving the health and general wellbeing of an athlete. Occurrence, Symptoms, and Effects A concussion is a traumatic alteration that occurs in the brain and is capable of causing loss of consciousness. It occurs when forces acting on the skull, such as a collision between athletes or an object, create a fast accelerating or decelerating effect on the brain. Such forces cause alteration of the brain’s chemical composition and may require…
Integrating Disciplinary Contributions to Achieve Community Resilience Assessing my community’s interdisciplinary approach My town has taken quite significant steps to enhance resilience. The society has well-integrated reliance goals that relate to fire outbreak, tornadoes, and earthquakes. However, the community has been much prepared for fire response by having a well-versed team in the frontline. The flatness of my community exposes it to tornado effects than earthquakes as we are farther from the seismic zone. A group of scientists is engineers work together to reduce tornado effects by having a significant sound generation-meter to reduce tornado effects. The scientific response has entirely worked since a huge sound wave minimizes the intensity of tornado (Rachel, 2015). The infrastructural development inroads are evident to allow faster communication and movement of people. Hospitals have also been set in place away in case of occurrence. Robust construction is a huge roof that is evident in my community that works to reduce the effects of wind. Generally, my neighborhood is well-prepared to increase resilience to natural hazards. Preventive Measures by leaders of Centerville Increasing resilience of…
What You Need To Know About Anxiety Counseling Many people experience anxiety at one point in their life. Anxiety is how you respond to a threat, whether it is real or imagined. While anxiety can help you overcome tense situations and motivate you to work towards your goals, chronic anxiety has negative health consequences. The common signs of anxiety can range from restlessness, nervousness, lack of sleep, to shortness of breath. Here is a look at some common forms of anxiety disorders that may require you to go for anxiety counseling. Types of Anxiety Disorders Panic Attacks Panic attacks are characterized by intense fear accompanied by symptoms such as chest pain, sweating, feeling of choking, and heart palpitations. Panic attacks are intense to the point where one feels like dying or fears the experience of another attack. Many patients who suffer from panic attacks avoid places or situations where they experienced attacks. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder A person suffering from OCD has excessive obsessions or unwanted thoughts followed by behaviors meant to reduce anxiety. Persons with OCD know their thoughts are irrational…
Assessment for Health Promotion Maria has a probable health condition. She is 40 years old, and she has gained only 14 kgs since high school. She loves cooking, and her family also loves eating food. She attends classes 15 hours a week, and she is required to be present at the laboratory for 12 hours. Additional assessment data could be gathered in a bid to find the problem she is facing. Firstly, a mental assessment should be conducted on her to know if her mental health has been affected in any way by the daily activities. Asides from that, Maria’s skin could also be looked at, whereby the physician looks for moles, cuts, and even bruises. Her face and eyes could also be assessed to find out if they are normal and even. Notwithstanding, Maria’s neck and veins should also be evaluated to find out if they are distended and bulging. Her abdomen and stomach should also be looked at to find out if there are bulges and masses. Another additional assessment to be carried out on Maria is based…
Driving through Eastern Kentucky woodlands It was dark. I had the lights on, and it could barely even light the way. The constantly meandering road could help either. I could only slowdown in to keep the car on the track and hoping to God that my car does not run out of gas. The dreadful moment was still on. It got exacerbated by too much worry about something going wrong with my car while in the woods. There was something very unusual about the hills (Baecher, pg 5). It carried me away in fear. I tried to drown the dreadful thought by putting on the car radio, but it was all in vain. The communication kept losing receptions, and I was after that on very high alert. With the menacing silence of the trees, one could easily mistake the trees to be in a profound sleep. Driving my car through the Eastern Kentucky woodlands in the middle of the late-night is the most frightening thing I have ever done in my lifetime. The light from the moon could not reach…