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Politics, News & Issues > Climate Change Global warming: What's the real truth?: 10 of 86
The issue of global warming climate change has been debated for many years by scientists and politicians. They have argued over whether climate change is indeed occurring, the severity of this change, its impacts, and what role humans have played in this change. Global warming is, in fact, occurring, and at an alarming rate. ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball (Other) Debating whether Bonds should make the Hall of Fame: 6 of 21
Barry Bonds may just be the most overrated player in the game of baseball today. That said, however, he still belongs in the Hall of Fame. A player must be rewarded for their accomplishments on the field, not their personality and legal troubles off it. The thing that many choose to forget about Barry Bonds is that he was wel... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Baseball Should Barry Bonds be allowed into the Hall of Fame?: 26 of 56
Barry Bonds is a Hall of Fame hitter, simply because Cooperstown is not based on personality and how likable a player is. The Hall of Fame is for players that were the greatest of all time. Barry Bonds, like him or not, is one of the greatest players of all time.Bonds' Hall of Fame resume is extremely strong. Over the course ... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Baseball Who is a better baseball shortstop: Hanley Ramirez or Jose Reyes?: 4 of 6
The only objective way to evaluate the talents of baseball players of the same position is based on the vaunted 5 tool system. These tools are of course speed, fielding ability, arm strength, batting average and power. Based on these tools, Jose Reyes is clearly the better shortstop.Reyes and Ramirez have almost an identical ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Recreational & Youth How to prepare for playing in a big sporting event: 4 of 6
Many people have theories about how to prepare for a big sporting event. A lot of these things have no real effect on the athlete's performance in their event. Here are some tried and true methods that have been proven to improve athlete performance.First, the athlete must hydrate. This process takes quite some time. Usually ... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise & Weight Loss Guide to lifting weights at home: 14 of 15
Lifting weights at home: Easy and rewarding!Many people want to improve their strength or overall health, but don't have the time or resources to head to the gym every other day. For these people, a very effective work out can be achieved in around 30 minutes right in their own home. For those that are just starting out, ther... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Society & Lifestyle (Other) The greatest comeback story: 193 of 193
There are a select few moments that shape a child's character and lay the foundation for what they will become in adulthood. One such occasion gave me the never-say-die attitude that I will carry with me to my grave. It also marked the greatest comeback story ever.My little league team (nicknamed the "Orange Crush" after our ... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Coaching & Skills Keys to become a successful baseball pitcher: 17 of 17
To be a successful pitcher, you must have two things. Something that may come as a surprise to most people is that talent is not among these things. The two key elements for being a successful pitcher are confidence and mechanics.Many people talk about a pitcher having "good mechanics" but nobody really seems to know what mak... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Coaching & Skills The mechanics of a baseball swing: 4 of 4
Hitting a round baseball with a round bat is the hardest thing to do in sports. However, many people make the art of hitting a baseball tougher than it has to be. The mechanics of hitting a baseball are relatively simple, and can be broken down into three distinct parts:1. The Weight ShiftThis starts the swing into motion. Th... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating Psychology How to get a girl to like you: 4 of 4
There are a few keys to getting a girl to like you. First off, you have to realize that it is possible that no matter what you do, some people just are not going to be interested in you as more than a friend.The easiest way to get a girl to like you is to be yourself around them. You must subtly emphasize your good qualities ... More..