Are Sumo Deadlifts Cheating?

But what happens if you do the lift with your feet stretched out to the sides? Does that make it any less of an accomplishment? Less ROM, or range of motion, means youre making the lift easier. It makes sense, in theory. Butdoesa sumo stance actually make the lift easier? And if it does, is that enough to make it cheating? Lets look up the deadlift rules Recall that the concept ofcheatingonly makes sense in the context ofrules....

July 29, 2021 · 2 min · 332 words · Cassandra Ward

How to Get the Perfect Instagram Shot

Well, the cheat codes are right here, babe. This is how you get the perfect shot. selfies are the way to go Weve all been there. The outfit is fire. The makeup is on point. The venue is achingly cool. Your followers, you reason, simplymustknow you were there and looking hot to boot. Phones have had front-facing cameras for a decade now. Selfies are my favorite! And whatever she posts tends to be selfies....

July 29, 2021 · 2 min · 405 words · Adam Thomas PhD

Should I Break Up With My Annoying (But Longtime) Friend?

Not all advice need be professional. Luckily for you, Im that guy. Welcome back to Tough Love. How do you impose limits on a longtime relationship that suddenly doesnt feel so great anymore? Note: Im a columnist, not a therapist or certified healthcare professional. My advice should be interpreted with that in mind. If you have a problem with anything I say,file a complaint here.Now, let us begin. Dear Sam,...

July 29, 2021 · 2 min · 365 words · Julie Mullins

How to Not Be an Asshole to Your Housekeeper

Unfortunately, though, the people who do the dirty work areoften overlookedor under-appreciated. They deserve some consideration, is what Im saying. Heres how to maintain a clean homeanda good relationship with your housekeeper. Housekeepers are regular employees of your household, often cleaning on a regular weekly schedule. Care.com explainsthat a housekeepers duties typically include: Light cleaning in the living areas. This includes dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping the floors in all rooms....

July 28, 2021 · 2 min · 290 words · Michael Hartman

The Blowing Up Of Hell Gate

Flood rock explosion at Hell Gate on October 10, 1885. The waters, like wild beasts, circle their confines, impatient for the chance to escape. This flow continues for hours, building up to a high tide along the East River shore. At ebb tide the process was reversed, but no less confusing. As the harbor of New York expanded, merchants petitioned Congress to make Hell Gate safer for navigation. It was suggested that a canal be built through nearby Hallet’s Point bypassing Hell Gate altogether....

July 28, 2021 · 1 min · 204 words · Sandra George

Why Not Rotisserie Your Own Chicken?

But you dont have to rely on Costco or your local grocery store. Spinning your own is easier than you think. Theres a lot more to do here than just threading a steel rod through a chicken, however. First things first: you oughta learn the ropes. A matter of trussed Rotisseries work best when they are correctly balanced. Insert rod, flip switch. To alleviate this, we turn to trussing. For the best guide to tying one on, take a gander atthis video from Alton Brown....

July 27, 2021 · 2 min · 240 words · Ricardo Reed

I'm 'Listen Like You Mean It' Author Ximena Vengoechea, and This Is How I Work

Ximena Vengoechea has done a lot of listening. Listening, it so happens, involves decoding and interpreting whatisntsaid, in addition to what actually is. Most of us listen well enough. Effective listening is about creating the space for others to express themselves, so you can better understand them. Understanding others needs has proven to be very effective in my work. a lot more interesting. I find myself using this technique often in my approach to work....

July 26, 2021 · 2 min · 299 words · Robert Atkinson

The First Mars Rover

Neither space probes completed its mission. Mars 2 crash-landed on the planet and Mars 3 ceased transmissions less than two minutes after landing. A 1972 Soviet stamp commemorating the Mars 2 and Mars 3 missions. Photo:Wikimedia Commons Both Mars 2 and Mars 3 consisted of identical spacecraft with identical hardware. Mars 2 was launched on 19 May 1971 from Baikonur Cosmodrome. It reached Marss orbit on 27 November 1971. But the angle of entry was too steep and the descent system malfunctioned....

July 26, 2021 · 2 min · 300 words · Michael Peterson

What I Learned About Weightlifting From Two Olympic Competitors

Explosively lifting a giant barbell over your head takes strength, technique, and a certain fearlessness. The moves are tricky, and you have to do them so consistently that they become second nature. How do you stay motivated to train every day? My coach programs me three to five days of weightlifting stuff each week. I find staying busy physically does wonders for my mental health. I love doing what Im doing....

July 26, 2021 · 3 min · 462 words · Melissa Zuniga

How to Edit Your 'Continue Watching' List on Every Major Streaming Service

It can be pretty annoying. This is only possible from the Account configs on the Netflix website. Open theNetflix websitein your internet tool (desktop or mobile), and sign in with your account. Click theProfileicon from the top-right corner and choose the Account option. If you want to hide the entire series, go for the Hide Series button. Thankfully, thats easily done. Open theHulu websitein your web app, and navigate to the Keep Watching section....

July 23, 2021 · 2 min · 370 words · Karen Jordan

Micrarium: The Museum of Microscopic Animals

But focusing only on the invertebrates does not accurately represent the diversity of the animal kingdom. The ceiling is mirrored which gives the impression that the collection continues to infinity. One specimen on its own wouldnt get the same response. We are trying something new with no real idea of how people will respond. Photo: Kate McNab Photo:Josefine S/Flickr Nick Richards/Flickr A slice through a tortoise mite. Photo: Grant Museum of Zoology / Richard Weedon...

July 23, 2021 · 1 min · 86 words · Brittany Wilson

Why You Need to Lift Weights If You Play a Sport

But that kind of training is overkill for beer league casuals, right? Theyre difficultand the less you practice them, the harder they are on your body. This is likely why casual athletes get injured so much. They recommend strength training for everyone from pro athletes to the noncompetitive beginner. Lifting makes you stronger you’re able to probably see where this is going. Picking up heavy stuff makes you strong, and when youre strong, youre less likely to get injured....

July 23, 2021 · 2 min · 331 words · Michele Baker

Horse-Powered Locomotives

Before steam locomotives became mainstream, railways were driven solely by muscle power, usually horses. At one point, these so calledwagonwayshad become the principal means of transporting coal from major collieries across Europe. The competition was won by the most peculiar design. The horse was flanked by either side with benches facing outwards. The Flying Dutchman debuted in 1830 on a 6-mile section of the railroad. It carried 12 passengers at a time at a respectable speed of 12 miles per hour....

July 22, 2021 · 2 min · 340 words · Jordan Jackson