At age 21 Will Claye already owned three major international triple jump medals—a gold from the 2012 World Indoor Championships, a silver from the 2012 Olympics and a bronze from the 2011 outdoor World Championships. Here, his advice on triple jump technique forms these practical tips for coaches and young jumpers. Characteristics of Good Jumpers Some of it comes down to genetics. For example, long femurs are a really a good sign of a triple jumper....
A bid bond is a type of construction bond that protects the owner or developer in a construction bidding process. It is a guarantee that you, as the bidder, provide to the project owner to ensure that if you fail to honor the terms of the bid, the owner will be compensated. A bid bond is typically obtained through a surety agency, such as an insurance company or bank, and it helps guarantee that a contractor is financially stable and has the necessary resources to take on a project....
Are you hitting lots of golf shots that start out left of the target and continue flying left, on a straight line, until they land left of your intended landing area? If you are right-handed, you are pulling the ball or pulling the shot; if you are left-handed, you are pushing the ball or pushing the shot. Below, golf instructor Roger Gunn gives us a checklist of possible causes for these types of mishits, but the faults and fixes differ depending on the golfer’s handedness....
The plus size modeling industry is the fastest growing sector of the modeling industry. Never before has there been such acceptance, support, and demand for fuller figures. So if you’re more voluptuous than a typical fashion model and know how to work your curves, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t follow your dream of becoming a plus size model. Ready to get started? Below are a few of the most commonly asked questions about becoming a plus-size model....
How do composers and lyricists go about writing songs for stage musicals? Well, there are as many different methods as there are writing teams, but it often comes down to sitting down and looking at what that particular moment in the show requires. Classic Broadway Song Types and Themes A hundred years ago, when musical theater was still finding its footing, composers and lyricists began to discover certain song forms that proved useful for particular places in the show and for particular needs – “best practices,” if you will....
Learning how to keep track of the score in a tennis match is not as difficult as it may seem. To put it simply: Four points wins the gameSix games wins the setTwo (or, on occasion, three) sets wins the match But learning how to tally the points—and to keep track of the score during a fast-paced match—can seem daunting if you are a beginner. Read on, and you’ll understand and keep up with the game in no time....
ABATE (American Bikers Aimed Toward Education) is a motorcycle rights organization that brings attention to issues affecting riders. Members have pushed for the repeal of helmet laws and are involved in safety training and charity work. The group started in 1971 when Easyriders, a motorcycle magazine, started publishing for adult bikers. Lou Kimzey was the editor. At the same time, the National Custom Cycle Safety Institute was established, and Easyriders staff members were part of the group for distributors and manufacturers....
Poultry farmers are responsible for the daily care of chickens, turkeys, ducks, or other poultry species that are raised for meat production purposes. Approximately nine billion broiler chickens and 238 million turkeys are consumed in the U.S. each year. These birds are raised in over 233,000 poultry farms, many of which are small-scale operations. Duties of a Poultry Farmer Routine responsibilities for a poultry farmer include: Distributing feedAdministering medicationsCleaning enclosuresEnsuring proper ventilationRemoving dead or sick birdsMaintaining facilities in good working orderMonitoring flock behavior to detect any signs of illnessTransporting birds to processing plantsRestocking enclosures with young birdsKeeping detailed recordsOverseeing various poultry farm employees...
01 of 09 Christening and Baptism Clothes for Baby Girls and Boys Jasper Cole Christian religious ceremonies involving christening or baptizing a baby date back centuries. More recently, some churches have moved toward baby dedications. In all of these ceremonies, a special outfit is often worn baby the infant. Most often called “christening gowns,” these outfits are sometimes handed down from one generation to the next. In other cases, the parents may choose their own outfit and then preserve and store it away in the hopes of starting their own family tradition....
Lower-back tattoos tend to conjure up a lot of assumptions about the women who wear them. It all starts with the slang terms: “back bait,” “California license plate,” “handlebars,” “spank button,” and so many more. Of course, the infamous “tramp stamp” is the most common of these. It’s an insulting misnomer that suggests women who choose to wear lumbar tattoos are promiscuous—and on a deeper level, speaks to the stubbornly enduring judgments that society makes about feminine sexuality....
There are circumstances in which you may not qualify for unemployment benefits. If you have not been at a job longer than three months, they can deny you benefits, even if you were laid off. If you have been fired for wrongdoing, you may not qualify for unemployment. Additionally, if you have just graduated from college, you are ineligible for unemployment benefits. If you do not qualify for unemployment, you need to address several issues immediately....
Back in the 1980s, Salsa music experienced a significant transformation. All of the sudden, the sounds that had shaped Salsa in the 1970s (mainly the New York Salsa) were abandoned in favor of a new style defined by its romanticism, sensuality and explicit lyrics built around sex and love issues. These changes marked the beginning of the romantic Salsa era. Salsa romantica, as it was known throughout the Spanish-speaking world, came to define this new Salsa style....
The health of a retail store can be measured by examining its sales per square foot. It is the one metric that can be used year over year to determine the viability of the business. For example, since your expenses change every year (get higher) and your margins stay the same, your sales have to increase per square foot to maintain a positive cash flow for your business. The average sales per square foot for your chosen type of retail store is also needed to write a business plan....
If you are an independent retailer, then you undoubtedly have at least one to two conversations per week with someone who wants a “hook up” (discount.) After all, you are the owner, so you have final say on this anyway. It’s amazing how large one’s family gets when he opens a store - especially an apparel store or restaurant. First, everyone thinks you make about 90% off of every dollar. And those “reasonable” ones who know better still think its about 70% So, when they ask you for a discount, they honestly don’t think they are hurting you....
Before you take your car to the neighborhood Quik-Lube you should know what to expect. There are oil change ripoffs out there you need to know about. There are also a lot of unnecessary upsells that can be thrown at you during what you thought would be a basic oil change. If you want to save money and avoid being ripped off at the lube spot, knowledge is power. Basic vs....
One of the most important markets for new and even experienced models is Asia. Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore, Korea, Taipei, and other Asian markets are considered must-stops for models looking to develop their skills and build strong books with professional modeling tearsheets. Once a model has successfully worked in Asia they officially become a “professional model" and significantly increase their chances of getting signed to a big agency in New York, Milan, Paris, London, and other major markets....
For many years now, people have been predicting email’s demise. While it’s true we use other forms of communication like texting and social media to “talk” to our friends or send quick messages to our colleagues, we still use email, especially for work-related communication. It is also the primary means of contact when you are applying for a job. It is as important as ever to know how to write a professional email....
Actor Jensen Atwood was born in 1976 and he is known as a regular on the TV Series Noah’s Arc and Dante’s Cove. In this interview, he talks about growing up in South Central L.A., being a versatile actor, and his take on the war in Iraq.You’ve really established yourself as a versatile actor appearing in Las Vegas and Dante’s Cove right after Noah’s Arc. What’s your favorite role thus far?...
Customer Loyalty Programs are marketing tools used by all types of businesses to motivate repeat customers by offering some type of rewards for frequenting the business and spending money. Due to the prevalence of Customer Loyalty Programs used by the largest U.S. retail and restaurant chains, some customers have come to expect these types of loyalty offers. Find the definition of a Customer Loyalty Rewards Program, along with examples of current successful loyalty programs running in retail and restaurant chains here....
When you’re switching from one brand of paint to another, how can you be sure you’re getting the same color? It’s not always easy, but if you know where to look on the paint tube, you can take a lot of the guesswork out of buying new paint. Finding a Pigment Match The key to knowing what is in a tube of paint isn’t the generic or common name given to the color....
