Sunday, June 30, 2019

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5 Strength Training and Plyometric Drills to Improve Rebounding

By Alli Williams
Learn to be a better rebounder with these proven exercises and methods for basketball players

You may think rebounding is based off of athleticism or height, but this belief is false.
Rebounding is a developed skill that anyone can acquire through proper training – specifically,
strength and plyometric training. Since rebounding has many components to it, there are many
drills you can do in order to improve your rebounding ability. This article will highlight what I
believe to be the best training methods for turning any athlete into a strong rebounder.

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#1: Squats
This is essential for athletes to work out their entire lower body. Squats are great for increasing
muscle endurance and strength. The endurance will allow basketball players to jump higher,
run faster and run longer. Leg strength contributes to staying low and boxing out your
opponent. When you are able to hold your man and push them back, you will give yourself a
better chance of grabbing the rebound. Almost everyone is familiar with the squat technique;
start with your feet hips width apart and back straight. Push hips back with weight on heels
until your knees are parallel to the floor. Use your leg muscles to push back up. In order to keep
your body guessing, it is good to perform different squat techniques. Here are some variations
of the squat.
- Body weight squat - Squat at high repetitions with your body weight. This method will
increase muscle endurance while weighted squats will increase muscle strength.
- Back squat – Squat with the barbell rested behind your head on your shoulders and
neck.
- Front squat –Squat with the barbell in front of your body with elbows parallel to the
ground.
- Goblet squat – Squat with a dumbbell or weight plate held between your legs. Lower
until the weight touches the ground and come back up.
- Overhead squat – Hold the barbell with a grip that is much wider then shoulder width.
With arms fully extended overhead, perform squat. Note: this is one of the hardest
squats because it requires good balance from the core and shoulders.

#2: Pull-ups
Pull-ups are one of the best exercises basketball players can do. They are especially useful for
rebound improvement since the pulling motion is similar to the motion of pulling down a
rebound. Pull-ups strengthen the back and arm muscles used when ripping down a rebound so
you are more powerful during a basketball game. You can find a pull up bar at any gym, buy one
for your home, or improvise with anything that will allow you to safely pull yourself up. Grab
the bar with hands facing away from your face (or you can do chin ups when the hands face
towards you). Using your back muscles, pull yourself up until your chin is over the bar; lower
yourself until arms are straight. Aim for at least three sets for 8-12 reps. If you are experienced
with pull-ups, try wearing a weighted vest or attached a weight plate between your legs. If you
cannot complete pull-ups on your own, get a partner to help support you or use the assisted
pull-up machine at your gym.

#3: Plyometrics
Vital for increasing timing and muscle reaction, plyometrics train your muscles to contact
quicker and more explosively when jumping for a rebound. This explosiveness will also help
you beat your opponents to the ball. Furthermore, plyometrics can increase your vertical jump,
which is a huge component for becoming a better rebounder. Here are a few simple plyometric
drills you can do pretty much anywhere.
- Squat jumps – Wearing a weighted vest, lower into a squat position and explode off the
ground. Imagine yourself jumping higher each time in order to grab a rebound. Do three
sets for 8-12 reps.
- Box jumps – Stand about 1-2 feet away from a sturdy box at an appropriate height for your
abilities. Standing still, lower into a position similar to squat and jump up and forward onto
the box. When landing, make sure you land gently on the balls of your feet so that less
pressure is put on your knees. Again, wear a weighted vest to make this more challenging.
Do three sets for 8-12 reps.
- Broad jumps – Start with feet hip distance apart and lower down to get more power. Jump
as far forward as you can. Land softly and repeat this action as quick as you can. Limiting
time on the ground trains your muscles to contract quicker. Do three sets for 8-12 reps.

#4: Weighted jumps
Weighted jumps are a sub category of plyometrics because they train your muscle fibers to react
more quickly. These exercises are ideal for basketball players specifically to increase vertical
jump.
- Weight plate jumps- Hold a 5-10 pound plate over your head and try to touch the
backboard. Complete this for 12-15 reps and go to the other side of the basket. Once you
have completed two sets with weight, take a ball and repeat the drill. You will find it much
easier to touch the backboard since the ball is significantly lighter than the weight.
- Weighted vest jumps - Stand at the foul line and throw or bounce the ball at the backboard.
Wearing a weighted vest, jump as high as you can and reach the ball at its peak. Finish the
lay-up or throw an outlet pass; complete 5 sets of 5 reps.
- Weight put backs- Stand in the center of the key about two feet in front of the basket. With
arms extended holding a 5-10 pound plate overhead, jump straight up. Next, pivot towards
the basketball and jump again as to finish the put back lay-up. Do three sets of 10
repetitions.

#5: Core
Your core is where all of your strength and power come from. The stronger your core, the
stronger and more efficient your other muscles will become. If your core is weak, your other
muscles will not be able to perform as efficiently. Therefore, a strong core is necessary to
complement the exercises mentioned above. A strong core is also crucial for boxing out and
moving your opponent. Most people think core is purely abdominals. However, training your
core involves strengthening your back and shoulders as well. Do this routine 3-4 times a week
and you will have a stronger core in no time.
25 push-ups
1 minute plank
1 minute wall sit
Repeat this cycle 4-5 times. Also, you can add in any abdominal drills you like to supplement
these exercises.
For more rebounding drills and defensive exercises:
Defensive Skills and Drills by Michigan State’s Tom Izzo.
Championship Rebounding with Jamy Bechler.
Vertical Jump Training featuring Coach David Sandler.

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The Truth About Cancer Featuring: Global Health News #39 | Healthy Food, Censorship, and TTAC Live!

Welcome to Episode #39 of Global Health News, Truth That Matters with Ty and Charlene Bollinger!

This episode begins with Ty and Charlene discussing matcha green tea. Did you know that matcha can reduce stress and even help to prevent cancer? Check out Charlene’s article here: [http://bit.ly/matcha-green-tea-benefits].

Some say that healthy food is unaffordable, forcing them to purchase “junk food” instead of healthy, whole foods. Some say that the price of healthy food is “imprisoning low-income families.” But what is the true cost of a diet filled with toxic chemicals and fake food?

Texas is proposing legislation that would prevent those on SNAP (government assistance for purchasing food) from buying snacks and junk food. Among those on food stamps, the rate of obesity is nearly double. Should tax dollars subsidize a diet that is killing families?

Next, we talk about censorship. Amazon’s Prime Video service is banning videos that they say are promoting “false cancer cures.” Are these videos promoting lies, or simply promoting treatments that don’t profit Big Pharma? And that’s hardly the tip of the censorship iceberg.

Facebook and its subsidiary Instagram have been shutting down the accounts of conservatives and natural health advocates. Pinterest, YouTube, and MailChimp have followed suit, trying desperately to silence organizations like Mercola.com, GreenMedInfo, and even TTAC. We need to act.

And our views on things like alternative cancer treatments and vaccines are not conspiracy theories – they’re conspiracy FACTS. Two nurses in New Zealand have pled guilty to manslaughter after forcing the MMR vaccine on infants against the parents’ will. Both children died within 3 minutes of receiving the vaccine.

We end with a special announcement of TTAC Live 2019 – a health homecoming. Taking place October 11-13, this event will feature health experts from all over the world. Unlike many conferences, you’ll be able to mingle with the experts and keynote speakers all weekend! For more information on this life-changing conference, click here: [http://bit.ly/next-ttac-live].

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Ordinary People, Extraordinary Risks
By: Bill Treasurer


In the same way you learn leadership from leaders, law from lawyers, and art from artists, you learn most about risk-taking from risk-takers.

Emerson once wrote, "The great distinction between teachers sacred or literary is that one class speaks from within, or from experience, as parties and possessors of the fact; and the other class, from without, as spectators merely."

We read many stories about real life risk-takers, including those from risk's outer edges. However, even the extraordinary examples will be put in service to the ordinary risk-taker. Lessons from risk's extreme edge can be applied well within its inner fold. Common truths are often most magnified through uncommon feats.

Just as courage, composure, and commitment are required of a fighter pilot, so too are they required of the young entrepreneur opening a business, the professor breaking free from the confining prejudices of an academic discipline, and the soldier defying an unjust or immoral order. Courage, composure, and commitment are equally required of the local politician taking a stand on an unpopular issue, the addict reaching out for help (and the jaded cynic reaching back), the young mother leaving the deadly comfort of an abusive relationship, and the volunteer firefighter running into a burning house.

Right Risk happens every day, everywhere. The promise woven into all Right Risks is our own relevancy. Each of us wants to feel that we have lived a life that matters. We want to make a difference for ourselves, for our families, for our communities, and for our world.

When the choices we make, and the actions we take, are reflections of our higher self, we are ennobled with the knowledge that our life has been worthwhile, at least to ourselves. In the end, the only person we will spend our entire life with is ourselves. We are a lot easier to live with when we are proud of who we are. And we are most proud of ourselves when we take Right Risks.

Consider the following questions:

* In what areas of your life do you tend to take more risks (i.e., physical, intellectual, interpersonal, or emotional)? How might you be able to "borrow" from this area in order to take more risks in the areas of your life where you tend to avoid risk?

* Review the four main criteria for a Right Risk-passion, purpose, principle, and prerogative. Based on these criteria, do you think your risk is a Right Risk, or something else?

*Take out a piece of paper and draw a line down the middle of the page. On the left, list some risks that turned out well. On the right, list the risks that turned out badly. Place check marks next to the risks on either column that met the criteria of having been Right Risks. Of those checked, which, if any, do you regret having taken?

Bill Treasurer is a professional speaker and the Chief Encouragement Officer of Giant Leap Consulting. His most recent book, Leaders Open Doors, became the top-selling leadership book on Amazon. Bill has worked with thousands of executives from top organizations, including NASA, UBS Bank, Spanx, Hugo Boss, the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the US Department of Veterans Affairs. Sign-up for your complimentary workbook "Go Team Go" at http://www.giantleapconsulting.com. ©2013. Bill Treasurer. All rights reserved.

The Rock Almighty Devotional, Praise, and Worship with Disciple

June 30

“But whatever I am now, it is all because God poured out his special favor on me—and not without results. For I have worked harder than any of the other apostles; yet it was not I but God who was working through me by his grace” (1 Corinthians 15:10, NLT).

God’s grace increases our efficiency and enables us to accomplish more than others can, with no sweat or struggle. We succeed not through our own efforts, but because He works through us.

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“Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again” (Luke 6:38).
As believers, we have inside us the authority to determine what kind of life we have. The more we give, the more blessings come back to us.

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Creflo Dollar Ministries Featuring: Your World with Creflo "The Revelation of Grace" and No More Dying To Do

Dr. Dollar shares his personal accounts of how Grace has been the driving force for his ministry over the last several decades, and how through the grace of God, his life has, quite literally, been saved.

No More Dying to Do

Gloria Copeland

But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.

Hebrews 2:9

Death. It’s not a popular topic—even among believers. In fact, a great many are just plain scared of it. Oh yes, they talk about having eternal life. Yet when the devil tries to threaten their earthly survival with sickness or calamity, they panic.
Why? Because they haven’t learned to look at death through God’s eyes. Even though their spirit has been made immortal, they haven’t renewed their minds to include that truth. If they had, when the devil tried to push their panic button, they’d just laugh and say, “You can’t scare me, Devil. I’ve done all the dying I’m ever going to do!”
That’s true, you know. The Word of God says that you, as a born-again believer, are never going to see death (John 8:51). Jesus has been your substitute. He suffered death so you wouldn’t have to. And He was raised from death, Hebrews 2:14-15 says, “Destroy[ing] him that had the power of death, that is, the devil; and deliver[ing] them who through fear of death were all their lifetime subject to bondage.”
If you’ve made Jesus the Lord of your life, the only death you’ll ever experience is behind you now. It occurred the instant you received Christ. At that moment, your old self—the one whose nature was to sin and rebel against God—died. Your body didn’t die, but your spirit man—the real you—died to Satan and all of his works. You became “a new creature” (2 Corinthians 5:17), immortal and absolutely incapable of death!
When you’re finished with your work on the earth, you’re not going to die. You’ll simply shed your earthly shell and relocate to a far more glorious place.
Go to the Word and get God’s perspective on death. Make a study of it. Once the reality of your immortality begins to dawn on you, the devil will never be able to threaten you with it again.

Scripture Reading:

Hebrews 2:9-15

Saturday, June 29, 2019

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The Truth About Cancer Featuring: Can Art, Music, and Dance Help Heal Cancer? Healing Frequencies for DNA Repair | Clip from Episode 1

In this clip from “Eastern Medicine: Journey Through ASIA!”, Ty interviews Frank Cousineau to talk about the health benefits of dance, music, and art. Watch the full episode here: [https://youtu.be/KZ-SimOqC3k].

Live from CCS Japan, Mr. Cousineau shares how art, healing music, and dance are demonstrated for their powerful health benefits. Doctors and scientists come together to share natural cancer therapies, and many of these include healthy, everyday protocols for the body, mind, and spirit.

“First, do no harm.” That is the oath of every doctor. And in continuing the mission behind natural health, we constantly seek to provide therapies that “do no harm”. Could healing music be one of the modalities we’re looking for? Watch the full video to see a live blood cell analysis before and after listening to Wholetones music. Not familiar with Wholetones or the power of healing frequencies for the body? Watch this video as our friend Michael Tyrrell explains how it works: [https://youtu.be/itfNOLYecU4].

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In the summer of 2018, we traveled through Japan, Taiwan, Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and India. Asia is the birthplace of natural medicine with records as old as the 3rd century BCE showing the use of specific natural remedies. Remarkably, we still use some of them today! Over 60 experts, medical doctors, herbalists, and cancer survivors tell us what they did, how they did it, and what their results were in “Eastern Medicine: Journey Through ASIA.”

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After being stabbed, 37-year-old Police Captain Brian Dalton shot and killed the male suspect. The incident took place around 10 a.m. Wednesday near TMK Farm Service in Tuscarawas County.

The motorist had reportedly driven through a no-trucks zone, damaging property. He allegedly stabbed Dalton in the neck with a screwdriver after the being told he would need to appear in court on a property damaging charge.

Police have identified the deceased male as Elijah Collins III, 32-years-old truck driver from High Point, N.C

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Self-Defense Tips - Training Partners And Realism


By: G J Thomas

I've watched dozens of short video clips on the Internet showing me how to defend myself in nasty situations, yet I've never really tried any of these methods. In a bad situation, where I am confronted with an aggressor, I doubt that I would be able to do much to defend myself if all that I had ever done was watch these clips and hope my brain had stored the information. It's only when you actually get up and start practicing the moves you've seen that you can really consider yourself anywhere near equipped to defend yourself. Your body needs to rehearse the movements needed over and over again. You need to program your limbs to react very quickly to your brain's command in confrontational situations, and in a very specific way, and while most of the simple methods you can teach yourself online work very well, it is extremely important to practice as much as possible. If somebody comes at you with a knife ready to stab you, all your hard work should prevent you from freezing and putting yourself in more danger.

One reason that I prefer to learn hand to hand combat techniques in the comfort of my own home is because I prefer having the choice between spending ten minutes teaching myself, or two hours teaching myself. That's what works best for me. I like to be able to watch a move, learn it, and practice it over and over again until I think that I've got it right. Lessons at a gym or training facility of some sort would not suit my needs at all. Sure, I could get hands-on instruction that I can appreciate would probably be better, but I know that sometimes I need more time to learn, sometimes less, and sometimes I have no time at all. Training myself at home is the perfect solution and it works, but I'm sure that I can teach myself faster, and to a higher standard if I have a good training partner.

Family and friends can help you perfect simple techniques

If you are learning hand to hand combat techniques for self-defense, and you are teaching yourself with the help of online guides and video demonstrations, than try grabbing a willing family member, or friend, to help you with your training. The moves you will teach yourself are far more quickly learned when you are training with somebody. The most important aspect of learning with the help of another human being is for your partner to act in the manner that a real attacker would. Do not just tell him to stand there while you go over the same techniques again and again. Instead you want him to try to attack you. Use soft, similar shaped household items to serve as knives, guns, or other weapons, and instruct your partner to try to strike you with them just as a real attacker might.

I also recommend advising your training partner to use loud, very harsh language during training, especially if you are not used to hearing curse words, or not used to being shouted at. It's surprising how much more powerful an attacker seems when he is using foul language that matches his aggressive and threatening demeanor. Many people have frozen in bad situations simply from the shock of being screamed at in this way, so prepare yourself for it. Instead of shying away from aggressive shouting you should incorporate it into your training.

Small successes in training give you huge confidence boosts

You cannot beat the feeling of triumph when you can successfully stop the attack over and over again because your practice has paid off and the methods you've taught yourself really do work. It's a definite pat-yourself-on-the-back-moment and your confidence levels will shoot up every time.

If a training partner is not a possibility for you then try to find something that you can use to be the aggressor. I have a friend who had no real life volunteer options so instead he used a coat stand as his training partner. He hung a jacket on the coat stand that he had stuffed with old clothes to simulate the attacker, and he trained himself to a good standard in this way. Use whatever method works best for your conditions. As long as you are safely practicing the moves in as realistic circumstances as you can then you'll make progress, and progress means you will be far better equipped to survive if you are ever unfortunate enough to be in a tough spot.

The Rock Almighty Devotional, Praise, and Worship with Joe Public

Quick note from Coach Nate:
Although this song lyrically may not be straight from the Bible, Joe Public's hit from the 1992 illustrates that as we walk by faith, God expects us to be "Doers of the word" releasing our faith with words followed by dedicated corresponding action. Not easy always, but for the diligent, always rewarding.

June 29 from CDM

“For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me” (John 6:38).

The world teaches a “do your own thing” mindset, but Christians receive their instructions on what to do from their heavenly Father. Our power and ability to get results comes from above.

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Joel Osteen Ministries Featuring: Victoria Osteen – Be A Peacemaker

God could have chosen anyone, but He chose you! He appointed you! He put greatness on the inside of you. You are valued, and you are loved!

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Romans 12:18

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Speak Victory

Post by Joel Osteen

We all have dreams and goals, things we know God has promised us. We start off excited. We're sailing along fine, making progress, then a storm arises—a sickness, a breakup, we lose a loved one, a contract falls through. It's easy to get discouraged and think it's never going to happen. But God doesn't promise something and then change His mind. You may not see a way, but God hasn't run out of options. Storms come to us all, but God is supernatural. He's in control of the winds that try to stop you.
The apostle Paul was a prisoner on a boat headed to Rome where he was to stand on trial before Caesar when a huge storm arose with hurricane force winds. For fourteen days it didn't let up. The boat was so torn up that it was taking on water. The crew started throwing the cargo and supplies overboard. The Scripture says, "All hope was gone." They were convinced they were going to die. But in the midst of this storm, an angel appeared to Paul and said, "Don't be afraid. You must stand trial before Caesar" (Acts 27:24).
Paul had this promise that he would make it to Rome, but the winds, the waves, and the crew said he was going to die. Sometimes what God promises looks just the opposite of what we see. "God, You said I would get well, but all I see is sickness. You said I would lend and not borrow, but I see debt. You said my children would be mighty in the land, but I see compromise." You can't be moved by your circumstances; you have to be moved by what you know God spoke to you.
When it looked impossible, Paul said to the crew, "It's going to be all right. God promised that not only I would stand before Caesar, but that everyone sailing with me would be saved." The key is in verse 25: "I believe it will be just as God said." You have to mix faith with His promises. When Paul told the crew they were all going to be saved, he was speaking life in the face of death, victory in the midst of defeat. What you're saying in the storm has a great impact on whether or not you get out. In the middle of the storm, you need to declare what God promised. "I'm coming out. I don't see a way, but I'm not moved by what I see. I believe what God said will come to pass. I will get well. I will prosper and succeed. My children will serve the Lord." Get in agreement with God.