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When you think of Ray Allen you immediately think one of the best shooters of all time. He is the king when it comes to shooting from the 3 point line and we all know how much clutch he is. But now time has changed.
Yes, the NBA is now more of a shooters game but that means that there is more running and more spreading the floor. Now, if Ray Allen was in his prime then every team would fight to sign him now and he would be firing 10 threes every game, but he is not in his prime, far from it. He has 41 years and the question is how much time can he spend on the floor?
Obviously he wont be a starter now or play 30+ minutes but can he play 15, or even 10? Only time can tell. He hasn't played in the NBA for a while now and his stamina is very much in question. Another thing to consider is his defense. Would he be able to run after players, getting back on defense or even trying? In anyway, at least now you wouldn't want him to spend his strength on defense when the only thing you sign him is his offense. So what team could benefit from a 41 Ray Allen?
Obviously the first team would be the Warriors. They have a system which is perfect for a 3 point shooter and considering the first team they have and how much BO is expected in their games, Allen may play the most minutes in that team. Another team to consider is the Cavaliers. The will also BO a lot of games so Allen can get his minutes there, also if (when) they make it to the finals, Allen would be a great weapon of the bench, shooting a few threes and helping his team.
So where do you think Ray Allen should play in the NBA?

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When you think of Ray Allen you immediately think one of the best shooters of all time. He is the king when it comes to shooting from the 3 point line and we all know how much clutch he is.

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It surprised everyone when during the national anthem,Colin Kaepernick didn't stood up and sat down. Everyone was surprised and he received a lot of critics but a lot of praise also.
Its every humans right the freedom of choice and freedom of speech, especially in the USA so why are people so angry about Colin Kaepernick protest?
Considering everything, most of the people in the USA support Colin Kaepernick and everything he protested about the only problem people had with him is the way he protested. Lot of people got angry at him because they thought he disrespected USA not standing for the national anthem, but as he explained he has no hate about the country or most of the people in it, he just everyone to focus their attention on the wrong doings in the USA and the people to start caring about the bad stuff that is going on.
So, is right to protest? Absolutely yes. First of all it is his right to do so and second he is protesting about a serious problem that is concerning everyone.
Did he protested the right way? Probably not. The problem with the way he protested is that now everyone is focused on him and his actions instead of trying to fix the problem that he was protesting about in the first place.
So what is your opinion? Was he right to do that? Do you support his actions? Tell us your opinion.

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It surprised everyone when during the national anthem,Colin Kaepernick didn't stood up and sat down. Everyone was surprised and he received a lot of critics but a lot of praise also. Its every humans right the freedom of choice and freedom of speech, especially in the USA so why are people so angry about Colin Kaepernick protest?

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One of the best Small Forwards, one of the best two-way players in the league, Paul George has finally come back from his gruesome leg injury and he is starting to feel like his old self and even better.
The past season, even though coming from a season long leg injury, Paul George stormed the league and put up amazing numbers and performances. He is without doubt in the best 3 two-way players in the league, the other two being Kawai and James.
George is a player who will be the first back on defense but also the one who can take the last shot in offence and carry the team, he certainly showed that in the previous season.
After his leg injury people thought that he won't even play basketball anymore but not only that he did, he did it even better than before the injury He carried the Pacers alone in the playoffs and even gave the second seed Toronto a run for their money. The Raptors won the series 4-3 even though some would say the Pacers deserved to go in the second round.
So can George finally win MVP this season? Well there are few things that go in his favor and few that don't.
Considering how much the Warriors are stacked in offence, BO is expected in almost every game so Curry and Durant shouldn't play a lot of minutes this season which would result in not so much great MVP stats so that would definitely be a chance for George to show his amazing skills. But, you need to consider Harden and this season Westbrook. Harden every season puts up 27-6-6 and Westbrook without Durant is a triple-triple machine but if George can get the Indiana Pacers to at least a number 2 seed in the East, then MVP is something that is well reachable for a guy with talents.

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Part of what keeps me coming back to running year after year as I get older lies in the sport's versatility. I can run hard sprints, as though I were a child, or I can plod along leisurely, running long distances that a younger me would never be capable of understanding. I remember a time in my life when, when I'd say to others that I run long distances for fun, they'd quip with some smart commentary like "from what? Or from whom?!"

These people, obviously, don't know the beauty and magic, or the challenge and frustrations, that all come hand-in-hand with long distance running.

Fortunately, long distance running appears to be going through a popularity surge right now. It seems that more people than ever are signing up for races, for anything from 5ks all the way through ultramarathons, and the secret must be getting out that long distance running is not only enjoyable but also a great way to get - and stay - in shape.

Below, I'll talk in further detail about some of the many benefits of long distance running. There are tons more that I simply don't have the space to include here, so I'd love to hear your perspective!

The benefits of long distance running include, but aren't limited to, the following:

Long distance running builds enormous cardiovascular health

Running is really good for your heart, since it's a cardiovascular activity. You can get your heart rate up by running hard and fast, or you can keep it on the lower end by running at a steady, more comfortable clip. Medical professionals agree that including cardio-focused activities in your regular exercise routine can help with your overall health and wellness, and long distance running can be an excellent avenue for that.

Training for a long distance running event can be great for your mental health

It's odd, but even though we are so super-connected these days, many people report feeling more depressed and isolated than ever. It can be really tough to meet people outside of the workplace, too, which may exacerbate feelings of depression or isolation. When you're training for a long distance running event like a half marathon or a marathon, you may have the opportunity to hook up with local running groups, which becomes an excellent way to meet other people who are similarly like-minded as you. Plus, it'll make those super long runs even more fun than usual, and you'll have something to look forward to each week/weekend, which can also be a great boon for your mental health.

Long distance running can be really therapeutic.

Many long distance runners love "running long" because they say it helps them work through their problems or make sense of the world. Many runners find long runs to be really therapeutic, even, particularly if they're working through challenging situations in their home life or work life. While long distance running isn't a replacement for traditional mental health therapies, you may find the repetitive nature to be a bit cathartic if you have a lot of stress and chaos surrounding you on a daily basis.

Long distance running allows you to experience nature more fully.

Long distance running can literally take you places, and this is especially true if you're a long distance trail runner. There are tons of places in nature that are accessible only by foot - no cars, ATVs, or bikes allowed - and if you run long distances regularly, you'll be lucky to be able to get yourself there and back powered by your own body. The most beautiful sunrises and sunsets can be seen from mountaintops and hillsides the world over, and more often than not, these spectacles are closed to motorized traffic. If you're a long distance runner, the world really becomes your oyster. You'll never again feel bounded to society.

Long distance running can be advantageous for the creative types.

Perhaps it's not surprising that many acclaimed writers and other "creative types" have written and/or talked about how they use running as part of their creative processes. Many famous writers of yore (and today) have written before that when they've gotten stumped on a particular piece of their prose, they'll go for a run until they have figured it out, and for some, they'll even say that they've thought of even more (or better) ideas on the run to include in their writing. If you're a creative type, like an artist, a writer, or a filmmaker, you may find a lot of benefit in unplugging from the rigor of daily life and going for a run for a while. Simply "silencing" the proverbial noise that surrounds us all day (and all night!) long can be really helpful for all of us, "creative type" or not.

Long distance running can grow with you.

Finally, perhaps one of the biggest benefits of long distance running is that it's a sport that can grow with you. It doesn't matter how fast or slow you are; if you are in shape or not; or whether you'll continue to sign up for races or if your racing days are over. With long distance running, the sky's the limit. You can run 5 kilometer races, 100 kilometer races, 100 mile races, none of the above, all of the above, or something else entirely. Once you're a runner, you're a runner for life. You can adapt running to your current life situation, so if you're itching to run long distances as fast as you can and race your way to the top of your game, you can! Conversely, if you just enjoy the pleasure that you get from running for a few hours each week, without much concern for your pace, you can do that, too. Part of long distance running's beauty lies in its scalability. It can meet you where you are, at any stage of life, and you can still benefit immensely from it, both physically and psychologically.

Long distance running has helped shape the course of my life, particularly over the past decade, and I'm so glad that I jumped headfirst into this sport that I knew relatively little about. It's through this activity that I've found some of my dearest friends, whom I treat like second family, and it's through this sport that I've learned how I can challenge myself day in and day out to be not only a better athlete or runner but also a better human being. It gives me concerted blocks of time each day to reflect, react, and anticipate, and it's time that I protect with my all.

You don't need much gear or accessories for long distance running

Long distance running is a pretty cheap sport and activity. The only investment, other than time and dedication, is a good pair of shoes, and optional accessories like knee sleeves to help you with compression and support. You can invest more if you had the budget and you'll get better results - you can invest in better sports clothing, supplements etc.

Long distance running changed my life for the better, and I think any long distance runner will tell you the same, too.

Give it a try, and see what happens.

AUTHOR'S BIO: JANE GRATES

A cyclist, sporty and travel geek. Performing at the fulcrum of beauty and purity to develop solutions that inform and persuade.

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Fitness and workout regimes are taking a new twist every day. Forget about the musical aspect of exercising; now there many other fitness workout routines that will help you eliminate the boredom that comes with running on a trend mill or other repetitive workout routines.

One such workout is boxing. Recently, boxing is one of those workout regimes that people just seem not to be having enough of it. This one-time sport has invaded most gym spaces and has become one of the most sort after workout routines thanks to its intensity of workouts and fun. As opposed to running, boxing does not involve repetitiveness and therefore you are guaranteed that at no point in time will you get bored. The other difference between boxing and running is that the former has a lot of elements compared to the later.

The fact of the matter is that boxing has been in existence for many years. It's just until recently that fitness gurus have decided to incorporate boxing into their workout routine. True to the cause, boxing has far much health and fitness benefits compared to any other kind of workout routine. For boxing, you should consider wearing good boxing shoes. The following are briefly some of these benefits and reasons why you need to consider this workout routine as opposed to your daily run.

Boxing helps with weight loss

Essentially if you are running yourself towards weight loss, the good news is that boxing can help you accomplish twice as much as running will with an additional benefit of you having fun. Cardio or fitness boxing comprises of many fast exercises that essentially help you burn the excess calories in the body as you work towards your weight loss. Some of the most common forms of exercises that are involved in this routine include weight loss bike rope jumping, hitting a trainer's focus pad, mountain climbers and hitting the heavy bag to name but a few. The benefit with boxing workout is that it helps you burn down a significant amount of calories without jeopardizing your joints as it is with the case of running.

Boxing helps you improve your body strength

Truth be told, you need a lot of energy to kick and punch the heavy bag. Professionally, most heavy bags weigh at least weigh 100 pounds. This is not an easy affair. As if this is not enough, working out with the heavy bag requires you to contact every part of your body. While this is demanding it greatly helps you workout each and every aspect of your body from your legs to your hands as opposed to running which only helps you workout mostly the lower part of your body.

Boxing helps you reduce body stress

Any form of exercise that ranges from medium to intense body activities always helps the body eliminate stress, running too. While this is true , boxing exercises are known to help with body stress more than any other type of exercises. How so? Boxing exercises involve a number of high-intensity workouts that helps you take your mind off your problems thus giving you some peace of mind. Secondly, thanks to elements such as the punching bag you can release all your stressing to it thus allowing you to deal will all your worries.

Boxing is a perfect plan to your fitness goals

While running helps you lose weight thanks to the cardio exercises, boxing helps you achieve a lot more. Through the combination of many fitness exercises, boxing helps you keep your body in shape. Working out the heavy bag helps you build muscle and strength while the skipping exercises help you reduce the fat mass in the body. While this is true, in order for your fitness goal to be in line with the boxing exercises, you will need to top up on these exercises with a proper and balanced diet on your meals.

Boxing helps you better coordinate your body

When exercising you may not be thinking about the importance of proper body coordination until you are impaired in one area or another. Proper hand, eye, and body coordination are very important to the health and wellbeing of your body. Daily routines such as driving and motor skills require one to have a proper body and mind coordination. Unlike running, boxing helps you work on these important skills through a number of exercises. For instance, you are able to learn hand coordination through a suspended speed bag. On the other hand, you are able to develop proper eye and body coordination through focus training.

Boxing helps boost confidence

A good exercise routine ought to be rewarding and one thing with boxing is that it is rewarding. With boxing unlike running, you will be able to feel a great sense of accomplishment and relief after your workouts. The buildup of this essentially is that it helps one to improve their body confidence.

As boxing exercises continue to gain popularity in the fitness industry, a lot is left to be desired starting from the health benefits that come with this form of exercise and ending with its fun-filled activities. The above six benefits are probably some of the factors you ought to pay attention to and if you have not given a thought to boxing as an exercising regime you need to. Visit your nearest gym and talk to your gym instructor about boxing exercises and let us know how you feel about them.

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No doubt in sports the players need energy booster to remain active while playing. All the performers in the athletic activities require health drinks to maintain their body temperature. These health drinks are also termed as sports drinks which are not only associated with the sports but with all the bodily exercise in which you burn energy.

The sports drinks play the crucial role in the life of the athlete. But before getting into the in-depth knowledge and understanding about the benefits of health or sports drinks in sports, let's discuss the varieties of health drinks that can be offered to the player.

Varieties of Sports Drinks

Coconut water

Watermelon juice

Filtered Water

Soda Water

Green Drinks

Kombucha (sugary black tea drink)

These beverages serve as the health drinks for the performers undergoing the physical work. Some drinks can be offered in the reasonable amount which can be non-caffeinated tea, coconut milk, drinks holding natural ingredients, antioxidant beverages and much more. All these beverages provide you the excellent choice from which you can choose as per your preference.

As a consumer, you should be aware of the types of sports drinks so that you can make out which sort of drink is apt for your body.

Types of Drinks

Isotonic - Provides fluids and the plentiful amount of carbohydrates. It holds the same amount of salt and sugar as found in human body. Athletes and long distance runner prefer this type of drink.

Hypertonic - As compared to the human body it contains the high amount of salt and sugar. To increase the intake of carbohydrates, it is suitable for post-workout time. If you are involved in ultra-distance activity, then you can consume it to boost your energy level in the better-off way. Make sure that you have it with the combination of isotonic drinks so that you can easily substitute the lost liquids.

Hypotonic - If you associate this type of drink with the human body then you will find that it enjoys the lower concentration of salt and sugar. It is meant for the people who are connected with the roles of gymnasts as they require pure fluids which do not serve as carbohydrate supporter. While workout if you lost fluids from the body due to sweating then you can depend on this type of drink as it can supply the fluids in the faster way.

Now after getting familiar with the types of health drinks I would like to throw light on the advantages of health drinks.

Benefits of Sports Drinks

1. Substituting Electrolyte - Lot of sweat comes out when you go through the physical workout for the long time which results in the loss of electrolytes from the body. As such many essential nutrients like sodium, calcium, phosphate, chlorine, and magnesium are lost from the body due to the low level of the electrolyte. So you suffer from various health issues like nausea, dizziness, muscle pain and discomfort. To get rid of all the uneasiness you need health drinks which will restore electrolyte in your body

2. Restoring lost fluids - The prolonged sports activity causes loss of fluids from the body of the sportspersons. To avoid the issue of dehydration especially in summers, the athletes require beverages so that they can cope up with the problem of fluid loss from the body. The amount of health drinks consumed by the player varies depending on the amount of sweat lost from the body, weight of the body, duration of the physical activity and intensity of the substantial work.

3. Pre & post workout - If you are on an empty stomach and don't feel like to have some snack before physical activity then you can have some sports drink which will serve as pre-workout energy supporter. It will provide fuel to your body so that you can actively involve in sports. After the workout, you require energy which you burned while playing or physical work. In that case, your body longs for carbohydrates which can be fulfilled by the intake of the health drinks. These sports drinks will provide nutrients to your body so that your body parts work more smoothly.

4. Role of carbohydrates - In the form of sugar you can experience the presence of carbohydrates in various types of sports drinks. As a sports person if you are continuously involved in the physical task for more than one hour then the sugars present in your body gets swiftly absorbed and get changed into fuel. You can have health drinks like Gatorade and PowerAde which contains carbohydrates 6-8%. Avoid those drinks which have more than 10% carbohydrates as it may cause various health problems.

5. Increases Stamina - The sports drinks will enhance your energy level if you have it before and during the workout. So if you are willing to perform dynamically in sports activity with full vigor, determination and zeal then the sports drinks will make your work stress-free.

Final Thought

From all these points you can make out that sports drinks are valuable for the body as they are responsible in improving hydration and will provide glucose to your body which will allow you to give your best to your physical activity. Moderately most of the sports drink is isotonic in which sugar level ranges from 13-19 grams in every 250ml. They serve as the powerhouse of glucose. Due to the presence of carbohydrates glycogen in the more productive amount they are considered wonder drink for athletes. All these drinks will be boon to your health as they will keep you fit and fine. Enjoy the liveliness and perform more smartly and actively.

If you are into sports or involve in any physical activity, then it is must that you consume good quality of health drinks that provide nutrients to your body so that you can enjoy healthily and physically fit life. To compensate nutrients and energy lost in the long hours of sports and that too in hot weather you should rely on beverages so that you can enjoy efficient results. Have sports drinks to enjoy your physical activity in the more relaxed way.

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Priyanka Vijay is the content writer that loves to write informative articles on various subjects which create awareness in the mind of the reader. For her writing is the useful tool that can effectively revolutionize the thought process of an individual. Currently, she is associated with Internetgeeks

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It's a very simple question, and probably something you might not even think about. After all, what's so tough about running, right? You put one foot in front of the other, repeat the process as quickly as possible, and you're off on a run!

So, if you're looking to start up running, make sure you buy a pair of good running sneakers, properly warm up, and just go for it.

Running is one of the great ways to get fit, feel better and form relationships with other runners. And starting a new running habit doesn't have to be hard. All it takes is a comfortable pair of sneakers and a willingness to move a little or a lot, at your own pace. As a comparison, an activity like hiking/trekking does require more gear if you want to do it properly. Stuff like a hiking bag with all the needed equipment in it, proper trekking shoes, a trekking pole, even a hiking outfit depending on where you plan on hiking. Where as with running, you don't really need anything other than a good pair of running sneakers.

Each day, millions of people all over the world go for a run. Some people run marathons, some people go out for a jog, and some people prefer to go into the mountains for an uphill sprint. But there is one thing that all of these different types of runners have in common, and that is that they are all healthy.

Running is one of the healthiest activities that you can do. There are plenty of cardiovascular benefits and running has powerful calorie burning properties. This means that regular running will help you keep your body healthy and in shape for many years. Furthermore, running is an activity for people of all ages. The youngest person that has finished a marathon was only five years old, while the oldest one was 101 years old.

But do note that running improperly, especially for a long distance, can do some serious damage to your body. Running improperly will also not give you the benefits you'd expect from putting in all the effort.

That's why, like every other dynamic activity, running requires adequate equipment, preparation, and caution. Although running itself has no downsides, running-related injuries are actually very common. Around, 65% of all runners suffer an injury within their first year of running. That means, on average, there is one running injury for every 100 hours of running.

In case you want to learn even more about running, just look at the infographic below.

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There are many lifelong benefits for every person training combat sports. But some parents are worried that martial arts are not a suitable sport for children. In this article, we are going to give you 10 reasons why martial arts are perfect for kids.

Helps to deal with hyperactive kids

If you have a child who is hyperactive then enrolling him/her in a martial arts class is a great decision. This can be a way to release excess energy. Therefore, it can help your kid to have better focus in other areas later on - like school. For younger children, more physical activity and less bookwork can actually help to improve academic skills later on. The reason being that excess energy is burned instead of bottled up making concentration difficult if not impossible.

Better overall behavior

Martial arts training can also help your child to have better overall behavior. The reason for that is because combat sports need a serious discipline if you want to do well.

Self-defense

Some added benefits of martial arts are the self-defense training that can help prevent your child from becoming a victim of a crime. Teaching your kid about self-defense is important. Everybody can find themselves in a dangerous situation. However, it's more likely to react the right way if you are training combat sports. A good martial arts class will teach more than just forms and competition skills. A good class will also teach self-defense skills that your child can use, to hopefully make themselves less of a target.

Health benefits

Besides the benefits of being less of a target for a criminal, and helping to burn excess energy so that a child can have better focus, a self-defense class can have health benefits. Some of the health benefits are better circulation, balance, strength, and flexibility. Also, a typical martial arts training requires doing a lot of cardio. Therefore, prevents from being overweight. Exercise can help many things including depression, behavior, weight problems and even concentration problems. Exercise done with proper training can have lifelong benefits. Providing your child with a variety of fitness classes including martial arts may help your child to live a longer healthier life.

Good for spending time with your kids

If you take the same classes with your child you may find that your energy levels get better and your own health improves. Also, you are spending quality time with your kids.

With martial arts classes, you will find that you start at your own level then work up, people have started combat sports at many different ages and gone on to do well. There is no age restriction and you can always progress at your own pace.

As a conclusion, we would like to say that doing martial arts can be a very good way to improve your health and your life in general.

Practicing any kind of sports it good. However, martial arts are perfect for all ages because the workouts are entertaining and you are less likely to get bored and then quit.

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Want to know what one of the most important things is when it comes to achieving peak fitness? Believe it or not, it is wearing the right shoes.

You want shoes that are comfortable, for sure, but you also need shoes that provide adequate support to the areas of the feet that take the biggest beating while you are practicing.

For example, if you are a runner, especially over longer distances, you need adequate arch support. A high jumper does not need the arch support but would find a more flexible shoe useful.

Now, if you wear shoes meant for high jumping out on your run, you are risking injury to the metatarsal bones of the foot. Not having enough arch support when you're running increases the chances of developing stress fractures in these small bones.
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It is also why it is worth spending bit more on your shoes - you don't want to have your training set back by a preventable injury, and studies have shown that one of the most common causes of injury is inadequate training footwear.

Cheaper shoes also won't take as much of a beating as your more expensive shoes and will wear a lot more quickly. In addition, they may end up weighing you down because they are heavier.

It's an interesting point that a couple of the reasons the brand Nike actually came about was because of the need for running shoes that were lighter and more comfortable. These days, you can easily get some good deals on Nike shoes that are not too expensive, last a long time and will take good care of your feet in order to prevent injury. Back in the fifties, your options were limited to shoes that had metal spikes.

These were good for traction, but the extra weight was really a problem. Bill Bowerman saw this and set about designing shoes that also offered great traction but that didn't weigh as much.

It was a somewhat humble start but now the name Nike has become synonymous with high-performance athletic footwear. Interested in knowing more about this sport's giant? Have a look at the infographic for the highlights.

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The World Cup is a very special event that the whole world is waiting for. It happens every 4 years and that, among others, is just 1 of the reasons why it's so special. Another reason why it's so special is that it's very hard to qualify for it. Even the qualifications for the World Cup are special when it's game time every fan that is on the football stands watches and cheers for the whole 90 minutes, even the fans that sit by the TV in their homes.

One thing about the World Cup, or any sporting event for that matter, is that everyone loves a good underdog story, just remember when Greece won the Euro Cup, what a story that was. Betting on the 2018 World Cup for an underdog gives you a lot more money than actually betting on the favorites.

With the following underdogs, you actually have very good chances of winning:

Russia

This World Cup is being held in Russia. This is very interesting because actually, Russia is one of the underdogs that could make some noise in this tournament. They do not have great players but they are good enough to battle with most teams and give them a run for their money. The cheering of the Russian fans and the fact that they play in the home country should give them a good boost and maybe even take down some of the favorites.

Egypt

Another underdog that should be looked at is Egypt. With no offense to the players, but there is a reason that Egypt is an underdog, they are not exactly the best. There is only one reason why Egypt even as an underdog has a chance to get far in the tournament and that is Mo Salah. For those who don't follow Premier League, Salah is a player for Liverpool and he has been voted for 2017/2018 Premier League Player of the Year. The success he has with his club is record-breaking, he literally broke the record for the most goals scored in the Premier League. But why is one player so special that could take his country far in the World Cup? Because, ever since the Ronaldo & Messi's dominance began, he is the first player that could actually break their dominance and win the award for the best football player this year, he is that special.

Portugal

Lastly, Portugal. Yes, Portugal and not exactly underdogs as Egypt and Russia but they still don't have good chances of winning this tournament, other than Ronaldo they don't have other "very special" players but have good enough to support him. Portugal is basically in the same situation as Egypt, one very special player that will lead the team but with a much better supporting cast. Also, it's not crazy to think this will be last World Cup for Ronaldo. Obviously, he wants to retire as the greatest player ever, he already has a Euro Cup but winning a World Cup will definitely put above Messi and as the greatest ever. Portugal already has the experience of playing in big games and big moments from winning the Euro Cup so that certainly gives them an edge and they are definitely the team that nobody wants to face in the road to the final.

So take these three teams into considerations when watching and betting on the 2018 World Cup. What's your favorite? Who are you going to bet on this year? Leave a comment below.

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The World Cup is a very special event that the whole world is waiting for. It happens every 4 years and that, among others, is just 1 of the reasons why it's so special. Another reason why it's so special is that it's very hard to qualify for it.

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Have you ever had a craving to squeeze a quick work out in, but not been able to make it down to your local gym?

If you're finding it harder and harder to get to the gym on a regular basis, it could be a good idea to start creating your own gym at home. With that said, equipment can quickly add up to a hefty bill, so we've decided to create this list of 5 must-have pieces to get you started.

First things first though, you're going to have to find some space to store the equipment that we're going to be discussing throughout this post. A couple of good examples are the garage, spare room or even outside (as long as it's under some form of cover).

Punching Bag

There's a wide variety of different types of punching bags to choose from, such as heavy bags, speed bags, double ended bags and more... However, unless you're an avid boxer, then I would suggest going for a heavy bag as they're able to provide the best work out to everyday joes not trained in boxing.

When looking to buy a heavy bag, you'll come across two different types - free standing or hanging. A free standing heavy bag uses a weighted base filled with either sand or water that keeps the bag standing upright when it is struck. A hanging heavy bag requires you to either mount the bag to a ceiling or to buy a heavy bag stand, which of course, will add to your costs.

Either way, having a heavy bag in your home gym is a great way to change up your cardio routine as well as practice those invaluable self-defense skills.

Rowing Machine

This is another awesome way to change up your cardio routine, as well as target multiple muscle groups across your body, all in one exercise. If you've ever looked at a professional rower, they tend to be incredibly well built.

One of the most crucial benefits that a rowing machine has to offer is that it provides a low-impact cardio work out. This is great if you've got joint problems and/ or are overweight, as it allows you to effectively work out, whilst not putting your joints at any added risk.

You may think that a rowing machine costs a tone of money, however, I'm happy to tell you that you can get a pretty solid rowing machine for a very reasonable price. Admittedly, it may not have all the bells and whistles of the high tech machines, but it will provide to the exact same effective workout.

Running Machine

Who doesn't love a good run? Alone with your thoughts whilst indulging in some of that vital daily exercise. Of course, running outside is preferred, but not always possible, especially in the winter months. I'm all for a good run outside, but when that snow starts to fall, there's a higher chance of pigs flying than me taking a run in the snow.

That's where the running machine comes in. A decent quality running machine will allow you to adjust both the gradient and speed of your run, mimicking the feeling of running outside as much as possible (except, not having to battle against the weather).

Similarly to rowing machines, running machines tend to go for all sorts of prices depending on the quality and brand. That being said, you can get a pretty solid running machine for around $200-$300, even less if you can get one second hand (which there tend to be a lot of).

Dumbbells

Moving away from the cardio aspect of your home gym, next up is a set of dumbbells. You can either go for adjustable dumbbells, or even get yourself a set of different weights.

The best thing about dumbbells is their versatility. They allow you to work on a wide variety of muscles and can be implemented into an array of different exercises. Check out this article on Men's Health that runs through 10 exercises that can be performed with dumbbells. Trust me, there's a lot more you can do than these 10 exercises, but they're a solid starting point.

The cherry on the cake here though is their price. This will undoubtedly be one of the cheapest, yet most used components of your home gym. In fact, even if you don't want to set up a whole gym, getting yourself a running machine and a set of dumbbells will provide you with a pretty solid work out, all form the comfort of your own home.

Home/Multi Gym Machine

What better to have in your home gym that a home gym machine? These bad boys come packed full of different equipment that allows you to perform an array of different exercises, for example, lat pulldowns, leg raises and chest press.

Multi Gyms come in a tone of different shapes and sizes, some small, some ridiculously big. Of course, the bigger they are, the more expensive they tend to be, however, the larger ones tend to provide a more well-rounded workout.

Final Thoughts

Being able to work out from home really is a life changer. In the long term, it can save you money on a gym membership, whilst allowing you to exercise from the comfort of your own home.

Although sometimes costing a pretty penny, the benefits of a home gym really do make it a worthy investment.

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Have you ever had a craving to squeeze a quick work out in, but not been able to make it down to your local gym? If you're finding it harder and harder to get to the gym on a regular basis...