How to Set Up Your Triathlon Transition Area
Transitions are an important part of any triathlon, and how well you prepare for them and practice going from swimming to biking to running can help you cut minutes from your overall time. Follow these [more…]
Triathlon Types and Distances
All triathlons are not created equal. Races are broken down into four basic distances, with courses and culture making each one a unique challenge. The following list shows approximate guidelines for the [more…]
Triathlon Training Time Requirements
You can train for a super sprint or sprint triathlon in just 2 to 4 hours a week for 12 weeks. As the miles add up, so does your required training time. Use the following chart as a guideline to help you [more…]
Your Day-Of Triathlon Checklist
The day of your triathlon has arrived! To make sure that you pack everything you need for all three aspects of the event, use the following checklist, which covers the necessities for swimming, biking, [more…]
Triathlon Training For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Training for a triathlon takes time and dedication no matter whether you're starting off with a sprint or preparing for an Iron Man event. In any type of triathlon, how you set up your transition area [more…]
Cross-Country Skiing Events in the Winter Olympics
Cross-Country skiing (part of the Nordic skiing family) is the endurance event of the Winter Olympics. In cross-country skiing, competitors use ski poles and strength to propel themselves across long [more…]
The Luge Competition at the Winter Olympics
Luge is one of the sledding events of the Winter Olympics, along with bobsleigh and skeleton. Luge sliders lie on their backs on a flat sled that careens down the track at nearly 140 kilometers per hour [more…]
Skeleton at the Winter Olympics
Skeleton is by most accounts the most reckless of all the Winter Olympic sports. Competitors race head first down an ice-covered track lying with their stomachs against a flat sled. Thanks to the streamlined [more…]
Matching Your Fishing Rod, Lure, and Line
Your fishing rod has a limit to how much weight it can lift and cast effectively. This is called the “power” of the rod. Anglers can use this chart as a guide to match up the right rod, lure weight, and [more…]
Keeping Up with Fishing World Records
The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) keeps track of world record catches for almost every species of fish you can think of. Do you think you just hauled in the next record catch? It could happen [more…]
Outfitting Your Fishing Trip with the Right Equipment and Clothing
No one checklist works for every fishing trip, as there are many variables to consider. Are you fishing saltwater or freshwater? What species are you fishing for? What’s the weather like? What season is [more…]
Matching Up the Fish, the Water, and the Offering
Almost every sizable body of water, providing it isn’t too polluted, will have some fish in it. Whether the fish have been stocked there, or appear through natural reproduction, there’s a good chance more [more…]
Fishing For Dummies Cheat Sheet
To catch fish consistently, anglers need to know some things about the fish they pursue and the habitat where those fish reside. A prepared angler is often a successful angler, so you can use a chart to [more…]
Bike Tools to Take When You Ride
Before you hit the road on your bike, assemble an emergency tool kit so you’re prepared in case of a breakdown. Take the weight and size of bike tools into consideration when you’re loading up your tool [more…]
A Pre-Ride Bike Inspection Checklist
Before you head out for your next ride, take a few minutes to do a quick bike inspection. Giving your bike the once-over can increase the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of your next ride. Follow these [more…]
Safety Tips while Riding Your Bike
Taking care of your bike is only one aspect of staying safe while riding. Take these steps to reduce strain on your body, protect your bike, and improve safety while your ride: [more…]
Bike Maintenance and Repair For Dummies Cheat Sheet
Before you hit the road on your bike, put together an emergency tool kit for unexpected repairs and give your bike a pre-ride maintenance inspection. Stay alert while riding your bike and practice some [more…]
Top Ten Golf Rules to Know in Australia and New Zealand
A good golfer will know the rules of golf, even those that seem obscure. Here’s a run-down of the most important rules of golf to keep in mind when playing in Australia and New Zealand, with thanks to [more…]
Golf Etiquette
Golfers show their respect for the game, the course and their fellow players through commonly accepted rules of golf etiquette. Here are some basic tips to help you get the most from your day on the green [more…]
Ten Timeless Golf Tips
Bad golf habits are hard to break. Here’s a list of the ten most common faults seen on the golf course, and how you can work on overcoming them and perfecting your golf game: [more…]
Golf For Dummies Cheat Sheet (Australia/New Zealand Edition)
Rules rule golf. For an enjoyable day on the green, golfers have to remember the essential laws of golf and follow golf etiquette. But even if you’ve mastered those, there are always ways to perfect your [more…]
Common Penalties in American Football
Making sense of the penalties in American football can be tough — unless you have a handy list of common penalties to refer to as you watch a football game. Here are some brief explanations of common penalties [more…]
Player Positions in American Football
When two opposing American football teams meet on the gridiron (playing field), the player positions depend on whether the football team is playing offense or defense. Football pits the [more…]
American Football Terms and Definitions
To understand and enjoy American football, get familiar with key terms and what they mean. Until you grasp basic football lingo, listening to announcers call a football game can be like listening to monkey [more…]
Football For Dummies (USA Edition) Cheat Sheet
American football is about trying to make points by passing, carrying, or kicking an oblong ball (with two pointed ends) into your opponent's end zone. Football is a rough-and-tumble game with its own [more…]
