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Contents FEATURES

15. ABC’s teen Justine Dorsey

DEPARTMENTS 5. Beauty Get Sexy Lashes

10. College News Five Steps for College Students on Securing an Internship

25. Teen Dating Tips Get practical tips for dating

12. Affordable Designer Clothes Finding affordable designer clothes

Upclose and Personal Interview

22. Meet Perilous Kiss Local San Diego Teen Designer

13. Top Ten Celebrity Crushes Who’s your celebrity crush, see if your crush matches other students.

14. Celebrity News Who is Sasha Fierce

30. Sport Highlights Are You Ready for Some Football?

Tips on improving your football fitness

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“Urban Teen Magazine” is a magazine written for and by San Diego local teens (13-18 years old). Urban Teen Magazine is a magazine dedicated to teens with stories that affect them, such as local & current events, music, beauty & fashion, technology, sports, community local heroes, as well as feature articles. It is our Goal and Mission to provide the opportunity for talented local 8th – 12th grade students an outlet to showcase and develop their writing skills, and provide them with a chance to obtain scholarships to pursue their educational aspirations, as well as receive recognition from their community and peers.

Urban Teen Magazine is always looking for fresh new content, so if yo are a young person in high school or college ad would like to contribute to Urban Teen just visit www. Urbanteenmagazine.com and read our writer’s guidelines.

I look forward to serving you, Sincerely, Sandra White-Stevens, Publisher

Get Sexy Lashes with Beauty Eyelash Conditioner

By Jeff Foster

There are litanies of brands that offer beauty eyelash conditioner. Various brands will offer different application styles though. When buying it's important that you read the labels carefully so you know what you are getting. Understanding the type of ingredients in the eyelash conditioner will ensure you have a cosmetic that will offer healthy lashes. The most effective method of getting this type of information is to conduct a few basic internet searches for that given eyelash conditioner brand. This basic information will let you know if the type of ingredients used in this eyelash conditioner will be irritating to your eyes or not.

It's very important that you first acquire all of this information on the beauty eyelash conditioner products that you are going to be using. This is essentially because many eyelash conditioners contain harsh chemicals that may be very irritating to your eyes. Many women don't realize this, but many eyelash conditioners contain salt as a base ingredient. Salt can obviously be extremely irritating, even in small amounts. Ensure that Beauty eyelash conditioner is a helpful item utiyour eyelash conditioners do not include salt. lized by many girls to acquire those longer lashes they want. Currently, girls are very aware Today there are many all natural alternatives how they appear and many women are seeking available that do not include any salt or other ways to attain the look they desire. Typically, non-natural chemicals. The ideal eyelash condithe eyes add to their youthful appearance. Attioner only includes natural materials. Formulas tractive eyes and eyelashes make most women based in plants or seeds are great, so they prolook much younger. vide amazing results and growth without irritating your eyes. Locating an eyelash conditioner There are additional eyelash products that have that fits these specifications will work well for come to the market. For stimulating the appearalmost all women. ance of your eyes the most typical products are those that make your eyelashes look longer and healthier. The best products in this category are generally eyelash conditioner. The application of such products will give you lashes that lonAbout the author ger and fuller look you want.

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Urban Teen’s Tribute to Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson Dies at the age of 50 I’m sure everyone can remember where they were and what they were doing when they heard the sad news, an icon of our lifetime was gone just like that.

Michael and his family have been a part of our lives since we can probably remember. They showed us the possibility of living out our aspirations. And Michael, through his music, philanthropy and ambassador work showed the world another side of American life. Gone but never forgotten, he will live in the love and memories of all his fans.

“Rest In Peace Michael, You will not be forgotten”.

Become Successful Teen Model So many popular magazines that board By

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upon the teen stuff. Fashion probably plays the major part. The reason why teen models are used in modern issues like in Glamour, Elle.

It probably helps them to join the clientele because teens feel a strong bond with other teens. There are some advertisements that demand the dynamism and enthusiasm of a much younger model.

Teenagers should be warned. Child pornography is unrestrained in the internet so teens should take in mind to always tell their parents what they are doing. Taking help from their parents, teens can choose the suitable online and even limited modeling agencies. And models should be conscious of the policies and area. They must also place their own restrictions other than just going along with that of the agency’s and don’t just go posing a sexy facade.

In today’s world there are so many models Now the genuine work begins. During the who want to become a successful model in genuine gush communication is key. You should listen to the photographer. Many their teen years. There are so many comphotographers may bodily move you panies like Old Navy, Aerospatiale and around in order to get the pose they want.

Fitch etc. among others always have You should get a good photo and you have stressed the teenage group, hence their to trust them. need for teenagers who would best model and reveal the image they want to expose Lot of models that have a future younger to the industry. Customers in the teen ages look will work as teen models until the age from 12 to 17 were the ones seen with the of 24. And most of the agencies will look for originality and assurance. Sometimes the highest spending that is they have been one who is still young needs to have the the targets of most of these companies.

And these companies provide the best op- confidence and maturity to face what can be quite a harsh at times. portunities to these clothing lines.

The most common thing in a teen girl is to be the best model. Every young girl tries to be at the level best to be a model with beautiful dresses and catwalk, but some would achieve the dreams, some don’t. In today’s world modeling agencies look for different shapes and sizes rather than tall and skinny models. But the models should be fit and fine. They should look after their figure and should maintain it for longer period. If you do not have small body type,

If you want to make a career as a model then keep your range at its finest. It’s not late to start, nor is it too early to give up.

You can make a fashion modeling career move and grow in the modeling industry. And one should not worry about not having a modeling job that may fit his or her talents. The new models can register themselves in online modeling websites.

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Fitness

Fitness Enhancement: Using Personal Training for You and Your Dog

By Nick Dinic

By changing the speeds of your strides, you can get interval training, which is important for fitness enhancement. Try sprinting for a bit, then jogging or walking. Your pet will enjoy the "game" of guessing what speed you will be going and you will gain valuable metabolism boosting and calorie burning exercise. Maybe sprint two or three mailboxes then walk for two or three more, to make it more interesting for you, too.

Try different walking paths, or do your routine walk in reverse. Are you taking the way with the easiest uphill climbs and the steepest down hills, when walking around the block? Just by reversing your route, you will get a much more intense workout with steeper and longer uphill climbs, and downhill descents will be shorter, which is a better workout for your muscles and great interval training for you and your dog.

Play games with your dog, such as catch, Frisbee or fetching the stick. This will work out different parts of your body and your dog If you have a dog, you have your own will view it as play. If you have a dog that companion that will do anything with you, likes to swim, find a creek or river to go including personal training for fitness enwading and play fetch. Walking upstream in hancement. Most dogs like to go for walks, a current is great exercise for leg muscles, no matter what the weather is like outand water aerobics or swimming are great side. Your dog may be anxious to keep calorie burners and offers a great cardio going, even when you are ready to quit. workout.

For this reason, they make a great personal trainer. Your dog never judges you, Using your dog as your personal trainer can but they certainly get used to daily trips to be fun and a great fitness enhancement for the park or other activities. both of you. Most dogs are anxious to anything different and playful. There are a few Just like people, dogs need exercise, too. things to keep in mind, for your pet's safety, Many owners get up and walk the dog especially if you have an overweight or eleach morning, even though they would derly dog. rather lie in bed. The only thing is that dogs get bored, just like people do. You Don't engage an older pet in strenuous exercan try to go new places or try new things cise, and keep in mind that their feet can get to have fun with your dog and make sure sore or too hot on asphalt and on hot sumthey get their exercise, while you are getmer days. Other things to keep in mind are ting yours, too. However, for fitness enthat heavy exercise can be hard on a pet's hancement, you can mix up the kind of joints and don't jeopardize your own or the exercise you get, while you are exercising pet's safety by trying to ride a bike or roller your dog. blade, while they are on a leash.

Think of ways to incorporate fitness en-

College News Five Steps for College Students on Securing an Internship

Volunteering for non-profit organizations in your community is a sure-fire way to get your foot in the door. Doing community service gives you a chance to see what kinds of jobs are out there while gaining valuable experience.

By Seomul Evans

Be Ready Before you begin the internship process, you need to You might have straight A's in all your classes and a stellar have a polished cover letter and a sharp-looking reGPA, but these things might say little or nothing about you or sume. This is where your career adviser and other menyour skills to a potential employer. Your experience and how tors can come in handy. What kind of resume best you handle yourself in work situations is typically more imhighlights your skills and abilities? What are you going portant. to say in your cover letter that sets you apart from the More than ever, internships are critical to landing a job for rest of the competition? What kinds of examples should the post-college student. They provide experience, connecyou have in a portfolio? tions, networking opportunities and the ability to learn and grow in a real-world environment.

Take the time to develop these tools. I know companies Some internships provide college credit or cash for services, who have dismissed potential employees due to a simbut the bottom line is that the experience can pay off in huge ple spelling error on their resumes. The same cover letdividends. Due to the poor economy, many companies don't ter should also not be used over and over again. The have the time or resources to offer internships. Here are five time you spend on these materials will be well worth it steps to seize internship opportunities on your own. in the end.

Talk, Talk and Keep Talking Talk to your professors, your career advisors, your parents, your family and your friends. These people have connections to other professionals in your field and know what types of jobs are available. In particular, your professors can help you set up possible internships to gain valuable experience. Being vocal and persistent is the key. How will people know you are looking for a job if you don't tell them what you are seeking? Remember, it's not what you know, but who you know.

Go to a Career Fair Career fairs are an excellent way to network with potential companies, whether or not they are hiring new employees.

Some career fairs offer interviews on the spot. At the very least, they give you a chance to connect face-to-face with companies of interest. Introduce yourself, ask questions, obtain a business card and write a follow-up letter explaining your interest if an internship would become available.

Work for No or Little Pay One student I know volunteered a summer in the marketing department for a performing arts center. She wrote press releases, created media kits, provided web copy, took videos to local television stations and did anything else that was asked of her. What did she get paid? Nothing. However, she earned a job at this center out of college in another department because of the excellent services she had provided.

Practice Interviewing You've impressed a potential employer enough on paper to land an actual interview. Now what? How do you handle tough questions? Do you fidget with your clothing or hair when you are nervous? What do you say when asked about your three biggest weaknesses?

Mock interviews scheduled with your career adviser or another professor can alleviate some of these fears.

Better yet, tape yourself during one of the interviews and decide where you can use some improvement. More often than not, an employer will dismiss someone who comes across poorly in an interview regardless of the skills on paper. The more you practice, the more you will knock the interviewer's socks off and obtain the internship you want.

During tough economic times, it is essential you are prepared, aggressive and willing to do whatever it takes to land an internship and eventually a job you want and deserve. These five steps are sure to guarantee you success.

Batiks and embroidered fabric tops are ideal to get you through the heat of summer. If you can't do without your jeans, add some off-theshoulder tops to your wardrobe.

Mix patterns if you wish and forget about plain shirts or khakis, since summer requires lighter shades of different colors.

For that simple-but-elegant look, try on some loose, full-skirted dresses to match your height.

If you are tall then belted dresses are sure to get you a second or even third look from people passing by. The secret is to choose women's clothing that will emphasize your curves. Sure, go ahead and look through all the magazines and even attend fashion shows, however, don't forget that one size doesn't fit all. You ought to wear clothes that fit you well, and not what was meant for the girl next door. If you are of average height, then skirts with slits and long tops with V-necks are what you should be wearing.

Well-tailored and classic will flatter your curves.

Setting Trends in Women's Clothing

You can remain youthful forever, all it takes is to get your wardrobe right and you will find plenty of opportunities to dress young. If you have the budget there is plenty of designer clothing available today. However, you don't need to spend top dollar to get the latest in women's clothing. There are plenty of online stores, and discount outlets too, where you can get the latest styles for much less than you would at many stores. Several brand names have their own designer outlets, which obviously come at a price. If that's more your style then you can have exclusive designs available at your fingertips.

Many discount stores usually offer discounts of up to 20 percent or more than what you would Fashion has been around for generations and has expect to pay at a mall. If you are lucky, you always been more focused on women's clothing. It is may even find clothing for half the price. Howno secret that every woman wants to look her best. ever, they may not be in an area where you live.

Spending hours in front of the mirror everyday Shopping online instead will give you the opcomes naturally to women (and, come to think of it, portunity to view a large collection and even some men!). There is no denying the fact that a compare prices and designs. This is most conwoman's body needs to have equally stylish and venient as you can opt to purchase your entire glamorous clothes to match her body shape. Towardrobe of women's clothing online. day's line of women's clothing is one that represents confidence as much as it does style and glamour.

The bottom line is to shop wisely, in terms of Fashion changes with every season and so there is style, fashion, and most importantly, as per plenty for women to choose all throughout the year. your budget. Don't just spend your entire budget on one or two sets just because they look When the summer heat is on, there are a load of mild decent. You may find a whole lot more for a pink, white, and other wild and exotic colors to pick. smaller.

By Claire Armstrong

Affordable Designer Clothes: Top Quality Fashion Line That Doesn't Put A Hole In Your Pocket

By Dallas Hart

In the past, it was just enough to have something adequate to wear and people were not really concerned about design or things like style and uniqueness. But fashion has come a long way since then and the populations interest has gone beyond mere functionality and necessity. Fashion, in todays world, is deemed an expression of your personality; a statement of uniqueness, style, and lets face it - even social status.

Although it is important for people to cater to their fashion needs and requirements as dictated by the society they move in; affordability has always been crucial. The issue of whether to purchase expensive designer clothes or make do with something low priced but of lesser quality, has brought many a dilemma to people who are fashion conscious. Here's some good news, though. In more recent times, self-definition and uniqueness through fashion is not just confined to haute couture clothes anymore. There is a viable alternative presented by prevailing designer clothes trends.

Fashion Clothes vis-a-vis Designer Clothes There are clothes uniquely designed and made for a particular person usually handled by renowned fashion designers.

These are often viewed as markedly expensive because they showcase the creative originality of the designer.

The clothing material cost and the designer talent fee of this type of clothes are extraordinarily priced.

The current fashion trend offers fashion lines of designer clothes bearing the designer's trademark of high quality but is more reasonably priced and affordable. The truth is It was not the designer who personally created the fashion line; rather a legal agreement has been entered into for the legitimate use of the designer's logo.

Although it is not personally created by the designer themselves, the manufacturers are obliged to meet the standards set by the designer to preserve their reputation.

The designer has to approve all products that the manufacturers create under the logo's fashion line; thus there is still that assurance of high quality. The obvious advantage of this is the considerable reduction in price mainly because the manufacturers

save money with the cutback on designer talent fees and marketing costs that include product launching parties and fashion shows.

With this set up designer clothes is indeed a more viable option for consumers, who want to have the kind of clothes that bear the logo of their favorite designer in their wardrobe yet are hesitant to pay sky-high prices.

Though designer clothes are still relatively expensive in a lot of ways; they are much more affordable and more sensible to hanker for, compared to the high class exclusive fashion dresses that are personally created by the couturier themselves. Also, as everyday clothes go, they are much more acceptable and appropriate.

These designer clothes with the value and characteristics of exclusive fashion clothes created by top designers most certainly allow you to make your own unique fashion statement revealing your personality and style. You can even extend your wardrobe by using the techniques of mix and match for a more individualized style, exhibiting you r flair for the names and logos of your favorite fashion designers without carrying the burden of soaring price. So make your fashion statement with affordable, high quality designer clothes - now.

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Celebrity News I AM… SASHA FIERCE "When I started the record," says Beyoncé about her new double album I AM… SASHA FIERCE, "I knew that, artistically, I had to grow. Even though I've been very successful and very fortunate, I want to still be challenged and still be nervous and still be anxious about all the things that make my career exciting."

One of 2008's most anticipated new album releases, I AM… SASHA FIERCE is Beyoncé’s first new studio collection since her Grammy-winning multi-platinum-selling B'DAY debuted at #1 on charts around the world shortly after its international release on September 4, 2006 (in celebration of Beyoncé’s 25th birthday).

Each of the discs on Beyoncé's new double album reveals a distinctly different side of her personality, character and sensibility, a forum for the yin-and-yang of her developing artistry.

One of the discs, titled I AM…, provides Beyoncé with a musical showcase for a group of intimate heartfelt ballads while the SASHA FIERCE disc gives voice to Beyoncé's up-tempo dance-oriented other side.

"SASHA FIERCE is my alter ego," says Beyoncé, "and now she has a last name. I have someone else that takes over when it's time for me to work and when I'm on stage, this alter ego that I've created that kind of protects me and who I really am. That's why half the record, I AM…, is about who I am underneath all the makeup, underneath the lights, and underneath all the exciting star drama. And SASHA FIERCE is the fun, more sensual, more aggressive, more outspoken side and more glamorous side that comes out when I'm working and when I'm on the stage. The double album allows me to take more risks and really step out of myself, or shall I say, step more into myself, and reveal a side of me that people only know me see."

With I AM…, Beyoncé reveals a variety of musical aspects and interests that may take her fans by surprise. Citing a range of influences including "folk songs and alternative songs and acoustic guitar…stuff that's different from what I sing," Beyoncé has produced, written, recorded and performed a finely crafted selection of contemporary ballads that combine the best elements of pop and soul music while expanding the possibilities of both genres.

"You can hear with 'If I Were A Boy,' (one of the album's first singles), it's not a traditional R&B song," she offers. "It's difficult to grow and to break out and do new things because people have strong expectations. I feel like at this point, I wanted people to hear songs with stronger lyrics and songs that made you feel. I love singing ballads because I feel like the music and the emotion in the story is told so much better. It's a better connection because you can hear it and it's not all these other distractions. I really wanted people to hear my voice and hear what I had to say."

At the age of just thirteen years old Justine Dorsey currently has a reoccurring role on ABC’s hit show “Brothers and Sisters,” playing Rob Lowe’s daughter, Sophia McCallister. Justine’s sister is also on the show and plays the role of Paige, who is Rachael’s daughter. Justine says her agent got her the audition in which she was ultimately cast. Justine says her character Sophia is the opposite of her, because Sophia is so moody, but she loves playing someone she’s not because she gets to imagine what that character is going through and how she would feel.

Although it’s her first reoccurring role, this is definitely not Justine’s first acting role, her love of acting began at the age of five.

Her film work includes the Hallmark movie “Grandpa for Christmas,” and has appeared on the Sarah Silverman show as a pageant girl character, she’s also appeared in national commercials for companies like Toyota and McDonald’s to name a few.

Justine also is ready to conquer the music industry, her first single “Breakup Song” has a positive and upbeat message that tells a story to listeners according to Justine to take a new attitude and her message is a breakup doesn’t have to be the end of the world and that you can learn from it and move on.

Justine describes her music as retro pop with an edge that’s also fun to dance to.

She looks up to Madonna professionally because of her ability to constantly change and reinvent herself, but her favorite artist that she would like to work with someday are Lily Allen and Ingrid Michaelson.

Stay true to yourself, as long as you have the talent practice everyday and the work will pay off.

“There is a different excitement that I get when I perform as a singer, which I don’t get Fans can expect a follow up album and future plans of incorporating the acting from being on camera and I think it is the immediate response I get from the audience and singing.

Check for updates on Justine’s Myspace that I love”, says Justine. at:myspace.com/justinedorsey Singing also began at an early age for Justine Or visit her website at and to enhance her signing ability she www.justinedorsey.com started taking vocal lessons at the age of eight. She also took opera classes – which helped her ability to be Brothers and Sisters multifaceted. returning for a third Justine is still your ordinary

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knows there are many people who would love to be in the position she is in, she takes everything that comes her way as something to be thankful for.

Eager to show the world what she can do in the world of music, she is ready to take center stage as she has idolized such hit makersas Sutton Foster and Gwen Stefani.

Justine likes to read in her spare time, right now she’s reading “The Magician” by Michael Scott but she also likes playing the piano and guitar, playing on her trampoline and she really likes to go sailing with her dad on a warm sunny day.

Balancing school and work is not really a problem for her these days because she is homeschooled and do homework anywhere.

Justine says that she still has a social life because she hangs out with her friend, has dance class and attends parties.

Her advice to teens who like to pursue a career in the entertainment industry is to be willing to work hard and deal with the criticism.

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with the possibility of some men’s clothing in the future.

Ashley realized when she was just 10 years old that she wanted to pursue a career in fashion and started drawing when she 13.

Her main market is geared to girls between 15-25 years old. She started off working with other people but later decided to design for herself.

Perilous Kiss was created and will remain an edgy line with the objective to shock people and make them look twice.

Ashley says “it’s a lot of hard work to create a clothing line, up to a year of preparation.”

She’s also in the process of completing a graphic design degree and would like to one day work with artist such as Hells Bells.

But for now her advice to young aspiring clothing designers is believe in yourself, do hundreds of designs and train with someone through an internship.

Visit perilouskiss.com

Meet Ashley of Perilous Kiss Clothing, a San Diego based designer geared towards teens.

Perilous Kiss was created in 2008, and is based out of San Diego, California.

The clothing line was created by California native Ashley Vied, when she was just 18 years old.

Perilous Kiss was created with sarcastic, outspoken girls in mind, and it is spiked with sarcasm and a lot of attitude.

The line currently features t-shirts and tank tops, but plans on expanding to a wide range of other clothing styles such as dresses, jackets and accessories,

Dating Tips For Teens

- Be selective about what kind of person you really like and want to To date successfully you need to increase keep around you. Keep positive and honest your confidence levels. Some things you people tan make you feel good about yourcan change quickly, others you will need self. to practice. Follow these tips to increase Start dating - If someone has asked you out, your confidence levels: accept. Be proactive and ask someone out yourself who you like. Remember, you have to try and don’t be worried the person say Make a list – List all the things you are not no. Many will also say yes. comfortable with about yourself.

Be sociable - Become sociable and look every Be honest - Think about which things you opportunity. Make conversation with the nice think people may not like about you. Ask people you meet along the way. to your best friend.

Select the right person - Remember that your confidence levels will become sky high by Evaluate yourself - Evaluate the way you people saying yes to you. This will happen look and the way you dress. Change the when you select the right kind of person for most basic aspects of your looks, lifestyle you. and regime you will instantly feel more Source Datingtips.com confident.

- Ensure you are comfortable with any changes you make. Your confidence will grow as you feel better about yourself.

Feel comfortable

- Make sure you are in shape or attempting to be. If you are dieting or exercising remember to be patient as these changes, though dramatic, will take a little while.

Take care of yourself

- Start doing the things you wish you had always had the courage to do. Maybe a hobby or sport.

Do what you always want to do

- Learn to enjoy the little things in life and give yourself time for these things. Don't wait for others to do something. Walk away from anything you don't like and keep a positive attitude. Do not allow negative family comments to influence you in any way.

Stay positive

– Put yourself first as priority number one. By feeling good about yourself your life has already changed for the better and your confidence levels are on the up.

Stay your priority

Select your friends

Teen Health Teen Fitness, Teen Health and College Health: Simple Changes to a Healthier You

by Neha Gupta)

Teen health, teen fitness and college health all start with education. It's so bad that we took an adult disease, Diabetes, and our terrible teen health and teen fitness has made a youth version of it (Type II Diabetes). Bad teen health and teen fitness has created a new disease! Think about that for a minute.

To really get to the root of teen health and college health, the students need to be educated on teen fitness in general, but we need to get back to the basics. Everyone, theoretically, knows that McDonald’s and Burger King won’t help out teen fitness.

Teen Fitness, Teen Health and College Health: Simple Changes to a Healthier You But do they really know the possible longTeen health, teen fitness and college health term damage? is everywhere you look.Visit at Thin kids can’t see how bad their hearts http://healthcenter-information.blogspot.com are. Most overweight kids know something Teen health is on TV, articles are written about teen fitness and college health (like, about college health (hello, Freshman 15) for example, McDonalds being bad for you) and long-term studies are done on teen fit- but tons still don’t. How many overweight ness. teens do you see chowing down a Big Mac? However, all exercising aside (don’t get me Too many don’t understand enough about college health and teen health. wrong, exercising is crucial to teen health and teen fitness) the main reason teen Make simple changes to change teen health health and college health is so bad is in caf- and teen fitness. Rome wasn’t built in a eterias everywhere. day, and it took the teen over a decade to get overweight. They won’t lose it overIt’s very PC to be concerned with teen health and teen fitness. It is great publicity night. for superintendents, principals and deans everywhere to talk about teen fitness and college health. They put Band Aids on a severed artery.

If you are really concerned with college health and teen fitness, then make small changes to start off like switching to a low fat dressing, eating chicken instead of beef, diet soda instead of regular, and lowering Concerned with teen health and teen fitness? Then the high school (some, unfortu- your portions of carbs.Visit at http://healthcenter-information.blogspot.com nately not all) will add a salad bar. And, usually it’s filled with brown “greens” stale veggies, etc. Not exactly the way to attack the teen health and teen fitness crisis in the country.

Concerned with college health? The university adds an all-you-can-eat deli buffet (where sandwiches can be as artery-clogging as a Big Mac) for a “healthier” alternative. And universities concerned with college health also add the salad bar right next to the pizza, French fries and hamburgers.

Sports

Improve your Football Fitness By: Mark Henry

l Many people like to call football a game of inches.

However, I believe that in order to turn these inches into touchdowns, many aspects are necessary in order for this to take place. This article is an in-depth guide to improving your abilities as a football player. You are going to learn how to increase your speed, acceleration, agility, balance, and the most important, strength.

cover during each step of your run. Stride frequency is basically the number of steps you take per second.

By using the following training methods, you can increase your stride length and frequency; hence, increase of speed. *Shuttle sprints- Start in your preferred position, run 10-15 yards, run backwards to starting position, and then repeat.

A slow acceleration topped with a quick burst is another good method that can be used. One of the best utilities you can train with to increase acceleration is using the Power Blast gauntlet. Practice with this equipment and you`re well on your way to increasing your acceleration.

Ladder drills are best performed in increasing your agility. In sports competition, the body is constantly asked to perform movements from unusual angles.

The main purpose of the agility ladder program is to promote a wide range of different foot and movement There are three ways in patterns. These movements which to practice increasing become second nature, and your speed: Improving runthe body is able to quickly ning mechanics, improving respond to the various antechnique, and strengthengles required. You can iming your legs. Most players *Pylometric circuit- Use this prove your agility by don`t have great running drill no more than once a practicing the movements in mechanics and if they would week and not on days betraining and the agility ladjust improve their techfore the big game, since this der is a useful tool in a good nique, they would run a lot circuit may take a couple of agility program. The comfaster. Leg strength is imdays to recover from. mon ladder is roughly ten portant because the more yards long with eighteen force applied to the ground, Speed and acceleration go inch squares, but you can the faster you will run. You hand-in-hand. To improve make your own ladder just simply cannot reach your your acceleration, repeated using tape or even sticks. full speed potential by just sprints of more than ten When you start the agility running sprints. A number seconds, performed with a ladder program, introduce of elements must coincide standing start will be most your body to two to four with each other if you want useful. This will help the different movements. Once to reach your maximum neuromuscular and metayou get good at these speed potential. From a sci- bolic qualities of the musmovements, introduce yourentific standpoint, speed is cles involved. Another way self to new patterns to keep the by product of two eleof improving acceleration is your body guessing. ments: Stride length and to practice accelerating as Many of today`s athletes stride frequency. Stride fast as possible during prac- are using balance training length is the distance you tice. as a crucial part of their overall training program.

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Balance is needed by runners in wooded areas, soccer players need balance when taking the ball on a volley from just behind themselves, and even tennis players need balance when reaching for a drop shot.

Each of these situations requires the exercise of just the right amount of flexibility at the right time. With balance training, the idea is to recreate and manipulate what you would do in a game situation. Maintaining balance means having the center of your mass within the middle of your base for support. In the past, people believed that perfect balance was best illustrated by standing on one leg and staying as still as possible for as long as possible. This method still works but there are also other methods in which are useful. Exercises such as the one-leg punch and jump steps are both perfect for improving your balance.

Another point to remember is that maximal strength training should be a progression from general strength training with maximal loads. Heavy maximal exercise is only used for advanced strength trainees.

Good abdominal and lower back strength is crucial if heavy lifting exercises are going to be used.

The other half is using what you know and a little of bit of luck as well. You have learned the five most important areas of physical fitness needed to be a good football player.

Pylometric exercises are classified into bounding, hopping, and jumping movements. These exercises demand a high force of contraction in response to a rapid loading of lengthening the muscles. For this reason, they should be renamed rebound or reversible action exercises. The training effort increases the force production in the muscles, but the movements are performed at faster speeds than that of weight-training exercises.

Rebounding exercises are more common to the sprinting and jumping reps on each leg, with at least one minute of rest between sets. Endurance should not be a factor. Running with weighted jackets and sprinting uphill are also useful exercises because it adds resistance to the sprint movement, which places greater load on the muscles.

Football is not an easy sport by any mean, but being physically prepared of its tough demands are half of the battle

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