Copyright Free Content » Recreation http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:50:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Stock Your Arsenal for Cold and Flu Season http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/stock-your-arsenal-for-cold-and-flu-season/ http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/stock-your-arsenal-for-cold-and-flu-season/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0000 NewsUSA http://about.newsusa.com/article/stock-your-arsenal-for-cold-and-flu-season.aspx Five words or less(NewsUSA) – What do the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill, the Challenger space shuttle tragedy and the Chernobyl nuclear accident in Ukraine all have in common? The Australian National Sleep Research Project says sleep deprivation contributed to the human mistakes that led to each disaster.
“Getting a good night’s sleep is as important as feeding yourself or putting gas in the car. You absolutely cannot function without it. Start addressing the stress and anxiety in your life by first considering the quality of sleep you get,” says Edward Grandi, executive director of the American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA).
New research is discovering that sleep deprivation has its tenacious claws embedded in 17 separate health conditions. Not getting enough sleep can unleash elevated hostility, lead to anxiety and depression, affect weight loss and obesity and increase chances of heart disease, type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
Avoid the woes of sleep deprivation and protect your long-term health by getting enough quality sleep with these tips from ASAA:
* Be wary of late-night eating habits. Going to bed overstuffed or hungry will cause your body to spend more energy on digestion and discomfort than sleep. Plus, alcohol, caffeine and nicotine can negatively affect the quality of your slumber.
* Find a sleep schedule and stick to it. Sleep schedules help enforce your body’s sleep-wake cycle, which leads to better sleep. A consistent sleep schedule is even more important for anyone doing shift work — hours that aren’t nine to five — because their inconsistent sleeping habits make them prone to shift work disorder (SWD). SWD is a circadian rhythm sleep disorder characterized by insomnia and excessive drowsiness.
* Avoid using TV or electronics to fall asleep. New research indicates that TV or laptop use before bed interferes with sleep, especially if they are left on during the night. Any kind of artificial light, even alarm clocks, can disturb sleep and disrupt REM cycles.
* Don’t be afraid to talk to a doctor. Everyone has restless nights, but if it’s the norm, there may be an underlying cause. There are 84 different sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, SWD, insomnia and narcolepsy, among others.
If constant snoring is your complaint, you could have sleep apnea, an involuntary halt in breathing that may happen up to 300 times a night. Get more tips for quality sleep at www.sleepapnea.org.



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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the U.S. documented 1,021 cases of West Nile Virus in 2010, of which 57 resulted in death.
Because of the ease with which mosquitoes can breed and spread disease, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) reminds homeowners to be vigilant about mosquito prevention, especially as excessive rain and flooding experienced by much of the country in recent weeks provides perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
Many people may not be aware that mosquito season does not end when summer does, but actually lasts through October. The NPMA recommends the following preventive measures to safeguard you against mosquitoes:
* Prevent mosquito nesting and breeding sites by eliminating standing water and other sources of moisture in and around the home in flowerpots, water dishes, birdbaths, swimming pool covers, baby pools, sandboxes, children’s toys and other objects that can collect water. Mosquitoes need only about 1/2 inch of water to breed. To keep birdbath and pond water fresh, homeowners should add a fountain or drip system.
* Keep windows and doors properly screened. Repair even the smallest tear or hole.
* Clean clogged gutters, and periodically check them to ensure water is flowing freely.
* Ensure there is no standing water pooling under decks.
* Minimize outside activity between dusk and dawn, when mosquitoes are most active.
* If you must spend time outdoors during peak mosquito times, avoid wearing shorts or short-sleeved apparel, dark colors, loose-fitting garments, open-toe shoes and sweet-smelling perfumes or colognes. Instead, wear long pants and sleeves, and be sure to use an insect repellant containing DEET.
* If you are concerned about mosquito activity on your property, contact a pest management company or local mosquito abatement district that may be able to treat your back yard, specifically trees and shrubs where mosquitoes hide during the day.
For more information, visit www.pestworld.org.

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]]> http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/take-the-bite-out-of-pesky-mosquitoes/feed/ 0 Help Your Favorite Park Win up to $100,000 This Summer! http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/newsusa/help-your-favorite-park-win-up-to-100000-this-summer/ http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/newsusa/help-your-favorite-park-win-up-to-100000-this-summer/#comments Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:53:18 +0000 ChadJohnson http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/?p=11698 Is there a park in your neighborhood that holds fond memories for you and your family? Are you heading to a state or national park this summer for a family vacation? If so, being active in your favorite park this summer could help it win big in the America Is Your Park campaign. Afterall, the title of “America’s Favorite Park” and up to $100,000 are up for grabs!

For a second year, America Is Your Park encourages families to get active outdoors in parks across the country. People can also vote to help their favorite park win the title and a $100,000 recreation grant made possible by the Coca-Cola Live Positively initiative. So, if you like rollerblading, biking, running, playing ball or just walking the dog, there’s no better place to enjoy these activities than at the park. And you decide which park wins by voting online at LivePositively.com, taking and uploading photos and videos in your favorite park and checking in via Facebook Places.

Think that it’s not that simple or that your favorite park is too small to win? That wasn’t the case for last year’s winning park, Bear Head Lake State Park in Ely, Minnesota. The park received more than 1.6 million votes and beat out hundreds of other parks for the title of “America’s Favorite Park.” This was made possible by support from people who care about their parks and spread the word, conducted voting drives and energized their online social networks.

You, too, can help your community get involved using some of the tools on LivePositively.com. So spread the word by posting a status update on Facebook about why you love your park, or send emails to your friends and family urging them to vote. Or simply get out in the park with your friends and family this summer and check in via Facebook Places.

America Is Your Park was developed in collaboration with the National Park Foundation, America’s State Parks and the National Recreation and Park Association. In addition to the top park receiving a $100,000 recreation grant, Coca-Cola will also award a $50,000 grant and a $25,000 grant to the second- and third-place parks. These grants will help restore, rebuild or enhance recreation areas in parks where people can play and be active.

Could your favorite park be crowned “America’s Favorite Park” this summer? It’s up to you – so get outdoors, play in the park and don’t forget to vote!



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]]> http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/newsusa/help-your-favorite-park-win-up-to-100000-this-summer/feed/ 0 Learning the History Behind Your Strings http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/learning-the-history-behind-your-strings/ http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/learning-the-history-behind-your-strings/#comments Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:00:00 +0000 NewsUSA http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/?p=1734 Five words or less(NewsUSA) – It’s nearly every kid’s dream at some point in life — to someday become a music star just like the legends they watch and hear at concerts, on the radio and in music videos. But none of that is possible without a good understanding of the guitar.
Yes, understanding music theory and composition is vital, but just like any other profession in life, it’s also a good idea to be aware of the history surrounding the tools you use. What you may not realize about that Fender Strat you’re holding in your hands is that it is the descendant of a long line of science and trial and error from many generations of mechanical engineers and musicians.
The early beginnings of musical instruments that most resemble today’s guitar can be traced back to 4th-century Greece. Known as the “lute,” this instrument only had two strings — a far cry from today’s six-string Les Pauls and 12-string behemoths. Yet, it produced tones that people could arrange into melodies. Since then, the race to create the “perfect” guitar has been full throttle.
By 1000 A.D., forms of the guitar made their way to Europe. As more advancements were made throughout the 15th and 17th centuries, engineers began trying to increase the volume of guitars. They experimented with different shapes and sizes, sound holes and stringing techniques — such as the use of brass strings and equally tuned double strings. By the early 20th century, mechanical engineers developed wire-drawing technology, which allowed manufacturers to produce the steel strings that are used on most guitars today.
Even modern-day engineers, like Dr. Richard Schile, have tried to fine-tune the acoustic capabilities of the guitar by modifying the bracing. According to Schile, there is a fine line to creating a “perfect” guitar — especially when it comes to the acoustic variety.
“While … guitars, built with the application of engineering principles, are exceptional at producing clear, loud sound, they are somewhat unforgiving,” writes Schile in the article “Engineering a Better Guitar” in “Mechanical Engineering” magazine. “A performer must play these guitars with extreme discipline because the smallest mistakes can be heard.”
Guitar- and instrument-making represent only one area in which mechanical engineers are making contributions to better lives. Currently, engineers are also developing high-tech products particularly in the areas of energy, medical diagnostics and biotechnology. To learn more about how engineers are advancing technologies today, visit www.ASME.org. “Mechanical Engineering” is a publication of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

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Yes, understanding music theory and composition is vital, but just like any other profession in life, it’s also a good idea to be aware of the history surrounding the tools you use. What you may not realize about that Fender Strat you’re holding in your hands is that it is the descendant of a long line of science and trial and error from many generations of mechanical engineers and musicians.
The early beginnings of musical instruments that most resemble today’s guitar can be traced back to 4th-century Greece. Known as the “lute,” this instrument only had two strings — a far cry from today’s six-string Les Pauls and 12-string behemoths. Yet, it produced tones that people could arrange into melodies. Since then, the race to create the “perfect” guitar has been full throttle.
By 1000 A.D., forms of the guitar made their way to Europe. As more advancements were made throughout the 15th and 17th centuries, engineers began trying to increase the volume of guitars. They experimented with different shapes and sizes, sound holes and stringing techniques — such as the use of brass strings and equally tuned double strings. By the early 20th century, mechanical engineers developed wire-drawing technology, which allowed manufacturers to produce the steel strings that are used on most guitars today.
Even modern-day engineers, like Dr. Richard Schile, have tried to fine-tune the acoustic capabilities of the guitar by modifying the bracing. According to Schile, there is a fine line to creating a “perfect” guitar — especially when it comes to the acoustic variety.
“While … guitars, built with the application of engineering principles, are exceptional at producing clear, loud sound, they are somewhat unforgiving,” writes Schile in the article “Engineering a Better Guitar” in “Mechanical Engineering” magazine. “A performer must play these guitars with extreme discipline because the smallest mistakes can be heard.”
Guitar- and instrument-making represent only one area in which mechanical engineers are making contributions to better lives. Currently, engineers are also developing high-tech products particularly in the areas of energy, medical diagnostics and biotechnology. To learn more about how engineers are advancing technologies today, visit www.ASME.org. “Mechanical Engineering” is a publication of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

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]]> http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/learning-the-history-behind-your-strings-2/feed/ 0 Keep Gnats From Becoming A Pain in the Neck http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/keep-gnats-from-becoming-a-pain-in-the-neck/ http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/keep-gnats-from-becoming-a-pain-in-the-neck/#comments Fri, 08 Apr 2011 05:00:00 +0000 NewsUSA http://about.newsusa.com/article/keep-gnats-from-becoming-a-pain-in-the-neck.aspx Five words or less(NewsUSA) – Swatting at gnats and bugs all day is literally — and figuratively — a pain in the neck. But did you know that the same product you use to massage away those aches and pains can also keep those pesky bugs away in the first place?
W.F. Young, Inc., the marketers of Absorbine Jr. Pain Relieving Liquid, often hear just that.
“We noticed an increase in the number of inquiries to our customer service department regarding Absorbine Jr. and its ability to help with gnats,” said Robert J. Wallace, Vice President of Sales at W.F. Young, Inc. “We do not market or make any claims that Absorbine Jr. helps in this way, but it became a word-of-mouth phenomenon. We also heard from our retailers that they couldn’t keep the product on their shelves.”
Shinn Bussel, a general merchandise/drug manager at the Schnuck’s supermarket in Betendorf, Iowa, is just one of those retailers amazed at the product’s popularity. “After watching Absorbine Jr. fly off the shelves, I decided to try it myself and was amazed,” she said. “I don’t know what makes the product so effective, but the swarming gnats left me alone.”
So what’s the secret? The product, originally intended to provide temporary relief of muscle aches, pains, strains, backache and arthritis, is believed to drive gnats away with its unique scent, which comes from natural menthol, absinthium oil, wormwood oil and other herbal ingredients.
The discovery of Absorbine Jr.’s dual purpose has left the pain reliever in high demand. Luckily, the makers have dramatically increased production to meet the influx of new customers eager to experience its many benefits.
“People now know that they can depend on Absorbine Jr. to be there to help them not only with their muscle aches and pains, but those pain-in-the-neck gnats,” said Wallace.
For more information, visit www.absorbinejr.com.



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]]> http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/keep-gnats-from-becoming-a-pain-in-the-neck/feed/ 0 Team Pride Showing Up On Window Shades http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/team-pride-showing-up-on-window-shades/ http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/team-pride-showing-up-on-window-shades/#comments Thu, 03 Mar 2011 05:00:00 +0000 NewsUSA http://about.newsusa.com/article/team-pride-showing-up-on-window-shades.aspx Five words or less(NewsUSA) – What do you get for the sports fan who has everything? Glare-blocking window shades customized with team colors, logos and mascots.
The Major League Baseball Collection of roller shades from Comfortex Window Fashions includes licensed logos from all 30 major league baseball teams. The shades are available in custom-made sizes, so they can be tailored to suit any size room, from a bedroom to a large den or home theater. Choose a shade with a single, dramatic team logo for a media room, or a shade with an all-over print of the team logo and mascot for a young baseball star’s bedroom.
For the college sports fans, choose from the Collegiate Collection of roller shades. Choose shades that feature the university team logo, mascot or both. The Collegiate Collection is expanding every day to include more teams, so visit www.comfortex.com to look for your alma mater. Teams for which roller shades are currently available include the U.S. Military Academy, Stanford University, the University of Maryland, the University of Kentucky, Georgia Tech, Villanova University and the University of Connecticut.
In addition to showing your team spirit, the roller shades are designed to block excess glare. Pull down the shades and enjoy every play of the big game without excess light reflecting on your TV. Even when the TV is off, the team-themed window shades create a festive atmosphere for any pre-game or post-game party.
According to John C. Fitzgerald, executive vice president of Comfortex, “The shades are also designed for school facilities such as alumni halls, dormitories and campus centers.”
Customized roller shades from either the Major League Baseball Collection or the Collegiate Collection make great gifts for the sports fans in your family or for your favorite college student.
Comfortex Window Fashions has been an innovator in the window treatment field since 1986. For more information about the Major League Baseball Collection or the Collegiate Collection of roller shades from Comfortex, visit www.comfortex.com.

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]]> http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/remedio-al-trabajo-duro-par-a-las-generaciones-3/feed/ 0 The Perfect Condiment to Your Sports Experience Is the Internet, Not Ketchup http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/the-perfect-condiment-to-your-sports-experience-is-the-internet-not-ketchup/ http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/the-perfect-condiment-to-your-sports-experience-is-the-internet-not-ketchup/#comments Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:00:00 +0000 NewsUSA div img class=”category-img” src=”http://ftper.newsusa.com/Thumbnail/SportsExperience.jpg” alt=”Five words or less” width=”180″ //divdiv class=”category-listcontent”div class=”category-body” id=”ArticleBody” style=”display: block” (a href=”http://www.newsusa.com”NewsUSA/a) – It’s that time of the year again. The mornings are filled with crisp, cool air, and football stadiums are brimming with school color pride. …/div/div


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]]> http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/the-perfect-condiment-to-your-sports-experience-is-the-internet-not-ketchup/feed/ 0 The Perfect Condiment to Your Sports Experience Is the Internet, Not Ketchup http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/the-perfect-condiment-to-your-sports-experience-is-the-internet-not-ketchup-2/ http://www.copyrightfreecontent.com/recreation/the-perfect-condiment-to-your-sports-experience-is-the-internet-not-ketchup-2/#comments Wed, 03 Nov 2010 05:00:00 +0000 NewsUSA http://about.newsusa.com/article/the-perfect-condiment-to-your-sports-experience-is-the-internet-not-ketchup.aspx Five words or less(NewsUSA) – It’s that time of the year again. The mornings are filled with crisp, cool air, and football stadiums are brimming with school color pride. Students, alumni and families all over the U.S. are in the throes of college football season, but with the rising costs of tuition and dorm living compounded by a struggling worldwide economy, it is becoming more difficult for students and fans to enjoy watching their favorite sports events without breaking the bank.
Attending live sports events can often be costly. While college football tickets can be affordable for matriculated students attending home games, regular college event tickets can run fans up to $60 per game. Additionally, each visit to the stadium can include up to $20 per person spent on drinks and food, if not more.
Recognizing these limitations, technology companies are finding alternative ways to provide consumers with more options at home through the Internet — from movies to TV shows, and now even sports.
One of the most widely recognized of these is Hulu, which has seen tremendous success as an online video service offering hit shows, clips and movies. According to comScore, an Internet marketing research firm, the online video service reached 43 million monthly users at the end of 2009, doubling the number from the year before. Earlier this year, Hulu launched a subscription service, Hulu Plus, on several TV-connected devices for $9.95 a month.
For sports fans, Microsoft Corp. recently introduced a new way to watch popular sports, like college football and bowl games, college basketball, MLB and NBA, and more, through a customized ESPN app on Xbox 360, the company’s video game and entertainment system. The new application allows users to access over 3,500 live and on-demand sport events from ESPN3.com, including out-of-market games, with an Xbox LIVE Gold membership, which costs $59.99 per year — or $5 per month — to users who receive their Internet connection from an affiliated service provider. The system also offers streaming through Netflix.
The blending of television and the Internet has been a developing trend over the past few years. More Americans have become used to relying on the Internet for TV viewing, and broadband adoption has continued to rise. A recent study by Integrated Media Measurement Inc. found that 20 percent of 3,000 primetime TV viewers surveyed watched some primetime programming online.
Beyond watching videos on the web, Internet-powered television services may be the future for people who prefer to watch movies, and especially live sports, on a large TV with surround sound in the living room. Students and fans operating on a budget may want to consider staying in for the next big sports event.

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