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		<title>How To Use A Vaulting Board</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 11:49:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cielita Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Before you start doing any sort of exercise to keep fit, there are some important tools you have to purchase to help you out in the whole process. As you are using the equipment, make sure the machines are comfortable to help you exercise properly with a lot of ease.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Before you start doing any sort of exercise to keep fit, there are some important tools you have to purchase to help you out in the whole process. As you are using the equipment, make sure the machines are comfortable to help you exercise properly with a lot of ease.</p>
<p>The hardest equipment to cope up with is the vaulting board. You will find it hard to get used to this apparatus hence you will need to put in more effort to learn how to use it.</p>
<p>Alongside this equipment, you will also have to get used to some other tools that work hand in hand. These may include; mats, vaulting table and many more. With the combination of all these materials, your body will become flexible.</p>
<p>While using the vaulting board, you will have to use a horse which is 1.6m tall and 1.25m wide. This apparatus will help you to develop your body skills and keep fit.</p>
<p>This type of work out requires you to run in the direction of the horse from which you are supposed to stand in a length wise motion facing the equipment. You will have to put your hands on it to start your work out.</p>
<p>It is never easy to catch up with this exercise at a fast pace hence you have to put in a lot of effort to perfect it.</p>
<p>If you are willing to work very hard, then this instrument will help you improve on your gymnastic skills. The vault board can also be used during gymnastic events to find out the people who are so skillful at using it. Its material which is sometime made up of wood and metal makes it easy for the gymnasts to do their jumping.</p>
<p>Make sure you have mastered the art of using the vaulting board before you risk your dear life to participate in any competition hence all you have to do is practice a little harder from which you will become perfect.</p>
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		<title>Backstops On Your Backyard To Spend Time With Your Children</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2011 10:12:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jessica Van Looven</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the best and fun sports to do these days is baseball. The equipment for certain sports you do is the most important things you need to consider with. When it comes to baseball, backstops are among the things you need to give time to consider. When you choose your backstops you don't only consider the appearance of it but also the strength and some other important matters. The main purpose of backstops is to give you comfort in playing baseball. It is very important to consider the quality of your backstop so that you can have the enjoyment you want. Before you buy this things there are ideas in which can be helpful for you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>One of the best and fun sports to do these days is baseball. The equipment for certain sports you do is the most important things you need to consider with. When it comes to baseball, backstops are among the things you need to give time to consider. When you choose your backstops you don&#8217;t only consider the appearance of it but also the strength and some other important matters. The main purpose of backstops is to give you comfort in playing baseball. It is very important to consider the quality of your backstop so that you can have the enjoyment you want. Before you buy this things there are ideas in which can be helpful for you. </p>
<p>When you a backstops for your game you need to consider the strength and size of it. Those things are very helpful in your game in case the catcher will miss the ball from catching. Backstops are usually found at the back of the catcher in a sport of baseball its purpose is to stop the ball from throwing away in case the hitter and catcher will miss it. The materials of your chosen backstops are very important to consider make sure that it will stay for a long period of time. </p>
<p>There are also permanent backstops in which you can build in your baseball yard. When you built one make sure that it is wide enough and the materials you use will stay for long. It can be best and advantage in so many cases but there are things you need to consider. Even in your backyard you can build a backstop so that during your past time you can play baseball in there. Baseball is one of the best sports you can do even with your children. </p>
<p>You can get idea from the internet on how you can build your own backstops if you are planning to build your own. You can get closer to your children when it comes to your relationship with them if you can play baseball with them. Playing sports with your children are always fun to do. </p>
<p>You don&#8217;t need a bigger yard in order to pay baseball even in your backyard you can have backstops and play baseball with your children. They may love spending time with if they can have the fun they want. Backstops can have many usages if are wise in using it.</p>
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		<title>Mudding 4&#215;4 &#8211; Yes You Can</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 12:50:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Wayne Allen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For those who spend their life living in a shirt and tie behind a corporate desk there is a secret passion that is known to not many outside of their families. This passion is one of the darkest and dirtiest activates known to man. What is the things that is so dirty that they cannot share it except with their most intimate friends? MUD! More specifically the thrill and joy of going out to the back woods and making a big old sloppy mess of themselves tearing it up in a <a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/hjc"><i>mudding 4x4</i></a> on the weekends.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>For those who spend their life living in a shirt and tie behind a corporate desk there is a secret passion that is known to not many outside of their families. This passion is one of the darkest and dirtiest activates known to man. What is the things that is so dirty that they cannot share it except with their most intimate friends? MUD! More specifically the thrill and joy of going out to the back woods and making a big old sloppy mess of themselves tearing it up in a <a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/hjc"><i>mudding 4&#215;4</i></a> on the weekends.</p>
<p>When mudding the most enjoyable thing about it is of course making a dirty, slimy grimy mess out of yourself and your companions, but to really enjoy the thrill you need to have a truck that can take the abuse that the mud pit is going to throw at it. You need a truck that is durable and reliable and most of all one that you don&#8217;t care to much about the looks of.</p>
<p>One of the best trucks to use as a mudding 4&#215;4 are some of the smaller, high power racing trucks. These trucks have a great suspension system, a nice strong transmission, good torque transfer and a great powerful engine that can drive you through the deepest mud pit with ease.</p>
<p>You will also want to make sure that you can get the mud out of the truck once it has gotten into the truck. The easiest way to accomplish this is with a couple of very simple modifications to the truck interior. First you will want to change out the seats, this is not as hard as it sounds and you and a friend can do it in a couple of hours with basic tools. You can get a hard plastic bench seat similar to the ones used in the back of police cars for a couple of hundred dollars from any off road truck retail website. Once you have the seat changed you will be able to just spray out the interior with a high pressure hose. To allow the water to drain you might want to drill a few drain holes in the floor board as well as the bed of the truck.</p>
<p>Of course it&#8217;s always fun until someone gets hurt so make sure no one gets hurt. You should consider trading out the regular seat belts that are installed with the truck with ones such as 3 or 5 point safety harness. These again can be gotten form off road trucking websites for around a hundred for the set of three. They are easy to install with basic tools and greatly reduce the risk of injury to the riders of the mud truck.</p>
<p>If things get too out of control you may find yourself having to wade waist deep back to the dry land in a bog of mud. So how do you get the truck out without a very expensive tow truck call? Simple, installing a winch on the trucks front or in the bed will allow you to get yourself of your messy sticky gumbo jam yourself.</p>
<p>The pleasure of owning a mudding 4&#215;4 is unsurpassed, There is just something so simple and joyous about getting down and dirty in the mud with your truck. If you have never been, find a person who goes and tag along, if you have been before then what you are waiting for, get yourself a mud truck and get into on the fun for yourself. As much fun as it is as a passenger its even better behind the wheel!</p>
<p>A <a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/3bi"><i>mudding 4&#215;4</i></a> is a fun way to kill time and blow off a little steam after a long week. The fun begins when you own your very own <a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/ckk"><b>mudding 4&#215;4</b></a>, next time you go out get behind the wheel of your very own mud bogging truck.</p>
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		<title>Australian Saddle For The Comfort Of Your Horse</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2011 12:24:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jessica Van Looven</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Horse back riding is one the most fun adventure you can have and these days it becomes sports to most people. There are so many things you need for your horse to be comfortable as well as your comfort when you ride on them. You can use saddle on their back so that when you ride on them you will be safe and comfortable but you will not only use ordinary saddles you need to be wise in choosing your saddle. There are so many saddles in the market or maybe you are using one but you need to change and here are some ideas in which might be helpful for you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Horse back riding is one the most fun adventure you can have and these days it becomes sports to most people. There are so many things you need for your horse to be comfortable as well as your comfort when you ride on them. You can use saddle on their back so that when you ride on them you will be safe and comfortable but you will not only use ordinary saddles you need to be wise in choosing your saddle. There are so many saddles in the market or maybe you are using one but you need to change and here are some ideas in which might be helpful for you. </p>
<p>You may include on your list of choice when you need to change your saddle the Australia saddle. It can also give you the comfort you need and enjoy most of your horse back riding because it is made of leather and not just ordinary leather but Australian leather. It is best to consider the quality of your choice leather when you buy one for yourself so that it can help you save money because you don&#8217;t need to change it from time to time. It would be best for you and your horse if you are using just one product for them.</p>
<p>There are should a lot of adjustment that needs to happen if you change your saddle for your horse. If your horse will feel new things in their body and they are not comfortable with it they may go wild and hard to control. In order for you to avoid in changing most of the time in your saddle, it would be best if you can consider Australia saddle for your horse. It can be best for you if you can choose the product in which you can assure the quality. It can help you to save your money in the future if you can choose the high quality of saddle because you don&#8217;t need tom change from time to time. </p>
<p>As a keeper of the horse it only best if you can give them what they need because they can served you in so many ways especially if you are working in the farm. They can help you in carrying heavy loads for a transfer. </p>
<p>Be wise in taking care of your horse try to consider the leather made Australia saddle. You can have a lot of ideas about saddles if you can search in the internet.</p>
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		<title>Increase Your Understanding About Sports Betting And The Process Behind It</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Feb 2011 11:42:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cielita Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Curious about sports betting and how it works? It may be confusing at first, but it's actually relatively simple once you're familiar with a few of the fundamental terms that dictate the odds, payouts, and different rules. Here are some of the essential facts that you should keep in mind if you're new to it all. To begin with the name describes exactly what it is.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Curious about sports betting and how it works? It may be confusing at first, but it&#8217;s actually relatively simple once you&#8217;re familiar with a few of the fundamental terms that dictate the odds, payouts, and different rules. Here are some of the essential facts that you should keep in mind if you&#8217;re new to it all. To begin with the name describes exactly what it is.</p>
<p>There are many people that are quite accurate when it comes to picking winning teams, even though there are plenty who are particular and will only choose one team regardless. When it comes to betting, it&#8217;s never smart to just bet based on your favorite team</p>
<p>For many place around the world including the United States, it is illegal to bet on sports. However, there are still some places like Las Vegas, Montana, Oregon, and other places that this law does not apply to.</p>
<p>Before you begin placing your bets, make sure you are in a place where sports betting is legal to avoid getting yourself into trouble.</p>
<p>Although it is still uncertain when sports betting began, it is certain that there are bets being placed at any sporting event you can think of. Bookies are at or near by the events ready to take wagers. When animal racing became popular for placing bets, they decided to make it a sport.</p>
<p>Football is the unrivaled favorite betting sport in Europe and the favorites can differ between countries and continents.</p>
<p>It is important for new betters to remember that there are many different systems. Be sure to start with smaller wagers and work your way up, don&#8217;t ever begin betting large amounts.</p>
<p>Choose a sport you feel you know well and choose a system that will work well for you and have a better pay out. Don&#8217;t become impatient with your betting, doing so can lead to trouble.</p>
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		<title>4&#215;4 Videos Of Off Road Driving</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 11:19:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Wayne Allen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Off-road enthusiasts can find entertaining and fun mod-bogging <a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/wuv"><i>4x4 videos</i></a> easily. Many fans and participants of this sport drive their cars, SUV's and trucks in and through different pits of mud and tracks. The majority of the time these drivers take part in a day long, or even several days of bogging simply for the fun of it. There are however occasions when actual awards and cash can be won too.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Off-road enthusiasts can find entertaining and fun mod-bogging <a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/wuv"><i>4&#215;4 videos</i></a> easily. Many fans and participants of this sport drive their cars, SUV&#8217;s and trucks in and through different pits of mud and tracks. The majority of the time these drivers take part in a day long, or even several days of bogging simply for the fun of it. There are however occasions when actual awards and cash can be won too.</p>
<p>Off-roading has gained popularity with people of all ages and it&#8217;s not just mans sport either. This exciting hobby has even made it to the county fairs. A lot of states in the U. S. Schedule events that focus on demolition derby&#8217;s, 4&#215;4 monster truck races and mud bogging.</p>
<p>The best way to get a glimpse of what this experience is like is to search online for 4&#215;4 bogging videos. Once you find the site you are looking for, simply click on the play button and watch how it&#8217;s done. Some are racing, while others are simply trudging through rough and muddy holes, pits and locations&#8230; All just to see if they can do it!</p>
<p>Many people begin their love affair with 4&#215;4 mud bogging by starting with a very cheap, modest off-road vehicle. For starters they might change the suspension, the axles and tires just to be able to get through the pits. Then once they are hooked into loving the sport, they upgrade. They put more money into bigger and better equipment. There are even some people that enjoy the sport by driving their lawn and farm tractors.</p>
<p>If you desire to get a little deeper into the mud bogging way of life, their bogging websites have an entire online community to join. Four-wheeling articles, personal blogs, articles and mud bogging videos are available to watch and read. Although these videos are shot by amateurs, you really get the sensation of being there with them.</p>
<p>Finding and watching <a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/7n5"><i>4&#215;4 videos</i></a> can be very entertaining and educational. They are entertaining because they are very fun to watch and educational because you can learn what to do and what not to do. The videos can also show the danger involved in this sport.</p>
<p><a href="http://muddingtrucks.net/ckk"><b>4&#215;4 videos</b></a> are a great way to learn the methods that will win a 4&#215;4 mud bogging events. It is also an excellent way to learn the things not to do, mudding trucks can be a lot of fun but they can also be dangerous if you do the wrong thing at the wrong time.</p>
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		<title>Getting Everything You Can Out Of Mixed Martial Arts Training</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>The field of mixed martial arts is getting more competitive as the number of people participated in it gets higher and new strategies are being created. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s important that you train not only hard but intelligently. You want to be confident that you are paying attention the proper elements and not missing anything. In order to get the most productivity out of your training, remember the following recommendations.</p>
<p>Some time during you mixed martial arts training, you need to begin sparring on an ongoing basis. While it&#8217;s vital to do many different conditioning workouts and test out a bunch of different martial arts strategies, there&#8217;s no comparison to sparring. That&#8217;s the only method for gaining the sort of practice you need if you desire to compete as an MMA fighter. When you are starting out, you should only spar under the supervision of a trainer to make sure you are safe and doing your techniques properly. Sparring is where you can add all your various training and workout options to use and comprehend how to apply it and figure out where you need to improve.</p>
<p>Modern mixed martial arts began with Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and grappling techniques remain an important part of it. Even if you consider yourself mainly a striker, you need grappling techniques to cope with fighters who are skilled in this area. It&#8217;s optimal to exercise with an array of wrestling and jiu jitsu techniques, so you will feel comfortable when you go up against individuals with other martial arts backgrounds. The positive thing about ground strategies is that, even if it&#8217;s one of your less powerful areas, with some exercising it&#8217;s something you can become better at quickly. Inasmuch striking is dependent upon several inherent attributes, for example stealth and reflexes, grappling is more so dependent on certain approaches. This isn&#8217;t to say that you aren&#8217;t required to be skillful or that anybody can be remarkable at grappling, although a great deal of people can at least become knowledgeable of the basics rather quickly, which is imperative for competing in mixed martial arts.</p>
<p>You need to train arduously in order to reach your goals with mixed martial arts, however you also need some R and R time. Everyone has their own tolerance level, but you should rest at least once or twice per week. If you over-exercise, you put yourself at risk toward injuries and feeling burnt out. The body also needs time to recuperate so it can build itself up again. This is a standard that relates to all sports and working out. If you want to get faster, stronger and have better techniques, train as much as you can, but take regular rest days as well. This will permit you to make it farther as time goes on and turn you into a better MMA competitor.</p>
<p>There are many ways to train in mixed martial arts, and as people from many different backgrounds get involved, more techniques are introduced to the sport. MMA has already evolved quite a bit in its relatively short history. If you think about the above aspects when you condition, you&#8217;ll discover that your MMA skills get better at a dramatic rate.</p>
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		<title>Addicting Flash Games</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Mar 2010 09:37:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kenneth Elliott</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[After a stressful day at work you come home only to be faced with boredom and same old cliched TV programs? To drive away this loneliness and weariness some people make friends, others look out for dates while some others spend time talking over phone or watching television. But only few clever ones know about the secret of driving away this ennui permanently which is by playing flash games over the internet. There are several flash games available over the internet, some of which are even free of cost, and these games can really rejuvenate you. Playing a few flash games every now and then can insulate you from the everyday stress that comes out of your work or managing your family or studies.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>After a stressful day at work you come home only to be faced with boredom and same old cliched TV programs? To drive away this loneliness and weariness some people make friends, others look out for dates while some others spend time talking over phone or watching television. But only few clever ones know about the secret of driving away this ennui permanently which is by playing flash games over the internet. There are several flash games available over the internet, some of which are even free of cost, and these games can really rejuvenate you. Playing a few flash games every now and then can insulate you from the everyday stress that comes out of your work or managing your family or studies.</p>
<p>Those of you who think online games are as time wasters and no value adders here are some proven benefits of gaming: &#61607;	If played responsibly flash games can increase the focus and attention span of individuals. &#61607;	As there are lots of simultaneous actions required when in a game the regular players develop excellent hand eye coordination. &#61607;	Some games require strategizing and planning on the part of the players. These are traits that are of tremendous value even in the real world.</p>
<p>Unlike common notion Online gaming need not be expensive or time consuming. There are addicting flash games which are as interesting as the console games and still cost a fraction of what console games cost. Moreover there is no waiting in queue to get the game CDs or wait for online download to get over. Addicting flash games have minimum controls to which even an amateur can quickly get used to and start enjoy the gaming experience.</p>
<p>Players from all segments such as adults, children, students and professional are increasingly realizing the benefits of addicting flash games and are flocking online to play it. Some of the addicting flash games are:</p>
<p>Totomi: In this game the player has to build up an animal totem pole. The challenge is to successfully build the pole by picking up the animals from an assembly line and placing them into the totems after carefully considering their relationship and compatibility with other animals.</p>
<p>Bejeweled: This game is very simple and well suited for players who are not accustomed to flash games. The challenge of this game is to make group of three gems from constantly moving gems of different colors.</p>
<p>Bow man: If you are fan of war games then you will find this flash game very addictive. In this game you have to target your enemies with a bow and arrow by arching the bow at different angles depending on how far your enemies are.</p>
<p>Flash games are your life. Play some of the best <a href="http://www.funny-games.biz/main.html">funny games</a> available on the net. Also check out all the <a href="http://www.funny-games.biz/stickman-games.html">stickman Games</a> available.</p>
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		<title>St. Louis Rams Edge Cincinnati Bengals For NFL Preseason Win</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 08:13:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kyle Boller filled in for an injured Mark Bulger, and the St. Louis Rams improved to 2-1 on the NFL preseason with a 24-21 victory over the host Cincinnati Bengals. The Rams led 24-14 heading into the fourth quarter, but a Bengals TD early in the frame made for some drama down the stretch. The Bengals couldn't close the deal, however, and dropped to 1-2 on the NFL preseason.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Kyle Boller filled in for an injured Mark Bulger, and the St. Louis Rams improved to 2-1 on the NFL preseason with a 24-21 victory over the host Cincinnati Bengals. The Rams led 24-14 heading into the fourth quarter, but a Bengals TD early in the frame made for some drama down the stretch. The Bengals couldn&#8217;t close the deal, however, and dropped to 1-2 on the NFL preseason.</p>
<p>Boller did withstand a hard hit from linebacker Keith Rivers that knocked his helmet off his head. Rather than leave the game, he calmly picked up his helmet and finished the drive. For the game, the Rams #2 QB was 14 of 20 for 96 yards. After the game, he talked about the play:</p>
<p>&#8220;I could have slid a little earlier. It is what it is. My chin strap hit just above my eyes. It was a good scramble, but maybe if I can get down a little sooner, the coaches would like that.&#8221;</p>
<p>Rivers also commented on the play:</p>
<p>&#8220;I was just trying to get to the ball. It wasn&#8217;t anything intentional.&#8221;</p>
<p>Boller had struggled last week after starting QB Bulger was forced to leave the game with a broken pinkie finger but played well this week. Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo gave him credit in his postgame media comments:</p>
<p>&#8220;He moved the team. He drove us down there after the bad start. When you score on a drive, the quarterback deserves the credit.&#8221;</p>
<p>Bengals second string QB J.T. O&#8217;Sullivan didnt have it quite so easy&#8221;he was sacked three times, lost a fumble and had two passes deflected by linemen. The lost fumble added to the Bengals NFL preseason turnover woes&#8221;theyve lost five fumbles and thrown three interceptions for eight turnovers in three games. He spoke of his performance and the need to minimize turnovers afterwards:</p>
<p>&#8220;We&#8217;ve just got to find a way to eliminate it. It puts you in such a disadvantage any time you turn the ball over. That&#8217;s one of the things that has to change immediately.&#8221;</p>
<p>Head coach Marvin Lewis agreed:</p>
<p>&#8220;When you turn the football over, you have a difficult time winning, whether you&#8217;re playing in the regular season, the preseason, junior high, sixth grade, whatever it is.</p>
<p>The Bengals conclude their NFL preseason slate next Thursday as they host the Indianapolis Colts. The Rams play at home on the same night, welcoming the Kansas City Chiefs to the Edward Jones Dome.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a respected freelance writer specializing in travel, casino gambling and <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">sports handicapping</a>. He is a consulting handicapper for Anatta Sports where he is responsible for providing daily <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">free sports picks</a>. In his spare time he enjoys fine dining, fencing and scuba diving. He lives in Las Vegas with four dogs and a pet coyote.</p>
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		<title>UFC 98 Flashback: Machida Blasts Evans</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Feb 2010 08:09:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ross Everett</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When golf legend Jack Nicklaus was still a young upstart in the sport and only starting to tear up PGA courses, legend Bobby Jones commented following 'The Golden Bear's''65 Masters win that "he plays a game with which I am not familiar". Following his absolute destruction of Rashad Evans in the main event of UFC 98, there's likely a few MMA fighters saying the same thing about the new light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida who made it look easy en route to a 2nd round TKO victory.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>When golf legend Jack Nicklaus was still a young upstart in the sport and only starting to tear up PGA courses, legend Bobby Jones commented following &#8216;The Golden Bear&#8217;s&#8221;65 Masters win that &#8220;he plays a game with which I am not familiar&#8221;. Following his absolute destruction of Rashad Evans in the main event of UFC 98, there&#8217;s likely a few MMA fighters saying the same thing about the new light heavyweight champion Lyoto Machida who made it look easy en route to a 2nd round TKO victory.</p>
<p>The fight started slowly, with each man trying to get a feel for his opponent and wait him out to see who blinked first. Evans, who prefers to counter punch, quickly began to become uncomfortable with facing an adversary who didn&#8217;t come right at him. Late in the first round, Machida went on offense with frightening suddenness, flooring Evans with a nice straight right hand. Evans was able to recover and survive, but it only delayed the inevitable as Machida used another right hand to send his opponent down again and did so for the third time in the fight with a crisp combination that displayed the handspeed that hadn&#8217;t before been seen from &#8216;The Dragon&#8217; . Evans gamely tried to fight back, but a final right hand from the Shotokan Karate master left him out cold.</p>
<p>After the fight UFC announcer Joe Rogan proclaimed the start of the Machida era and this is not just mere hyperbole. Machida is unlike any fighter before him, rooted in mastery of traditional martial arts but with the versatility of a modern MMA competitor. He&#8217;s essentially a Mortal Kombat character come to life&#8211;in a more realistic cross disciplinary comparison he shares many of the same characteristics as boxing great Floyd Mayweather, Jr. as he combines insane handspeed, underrated stopping power and nearly impenetrable defense into an unorthodox and extremely lethal package. Like Mayweather, hes a tough opponent to prepare for as there&#8217;s simply no way to replicate his skill set in sparring. In another similarity with boxing&#8217;s recent pound for pound king, Machida has been bred to fight since birth. His father is a first generation Japanese &#8211;Brazilian and a Shotokan Karate legend, Yoshizo Machida. He began training in his fathers discipline at the age of 3 and by the time he was 12 years old had earned a black belt.</p>
<p>The comparisons with the insanely talented but equally insanely arrogant Mayweather end when the final bell sounds. Outside of the cage, Machida is a modest and respectful gentleman who is quick to give credit to his father and his karate teachers for his MMA success. He spent most of his UFC 98 postfight interview not singing his own praises, but imploring others to strive to realize their dreams.</p>
<p>An odd trivia note about Machida serves as further repudiation for MMA neophytes who think that the sports kinship with pro wrestling began with Brock Lesnar: Machida was discovered by Japanese wrestling legend Antonio Inoki, and became something of his protege. He trained for some time at the New Japan Pro Wrestling dojo in Tokyo and made his MMA debut on a NJPW card in 2003, defeating Pancrase veteran Kengo Watanabe. For a time, Inoki had designs on pushing Machida as his predecessor, but his success in shoot fights quickly opened up other doors.</p>
<p>Perhaps the most frightening thing about Machida is that hes only now reaching his full potential as an MMA fighter. In other words, hes only going to get better which is a scary prospect for opponents given the fact that hes never lost in MMA competition. In his recent bouts hes shown a downright lethal ability to end fights. He stopped Rameau Thierry Sokoudjou at UFC 79 with an arm triangle choke, and blitzed Evans and previous foe Thiago Alves with punishing punching combinations en route to TKO victories.</p>
<p>Machida will very likely face Quinton &#8216;Rampage&#8217; Jackson at some point in the future and, with all due respect to the PRIDE/UFC veteran, its difficult to see him faring much differently than Evans did. One thing working in &#8216;Rampage&#8217;s&#8217; favor is his greater experience and a resume filled with high level opponents of various fighting styles.</p>
<p>In the co-main event of the evening, Matt Hughes defeated Matt Serra by unanimous decision to gain the upperhand in their long running feud. It was a surprisingly entertaining fight, with Serra taking the first round with his power punching before Hughes used his takedown and ground control abilities to win rounds two and three. The two men embraced after the fight so, for now at least, their well known dislike for one another that began during their stint as rival coaches on The Ultimate Fighter may have ebbed.</p>
<p>Ross Everett is a respected freelance writer experienced in travel, casino gambling and <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">sports handicapping</a>. He is a staff handicapper for Anatta Sports where he is responsible for providing daily <a href="http://www.anattasports.com">free sports picks</a>. In his spare time he enjoys fine dining, fencing and deep sea diving. He lives in Las Vegas with four dogs and a pet coyote.</p>
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