Sunday, December 30, 2007

amazing grace 4 piece pampering gift set review


amazing grace 4 piece pampering gift set5
LOVE IT!! Try this fragrance, you will love it and others will too. Very clean and light smelling...Great product. Thank you Philosophy!!

Nice set....5
I am pleased I purchased this set. I was pleased at the size of the bottles-- usually you get these tiny little 1.7 oz. things but these were twice that! I also bought the perfumed oil and the combination was just what I was looking for- floral but very soft and clean. After several hours you don't really notice that you have perfume on but it definitely is-- I put on a sweater I had on while I had been wearing it and I smelled this beautiful scent and realized it had lingered even there after several days!

Thank you so much for a fine product.5
My husband surprised me with this gift set and I give it "two thumbs up". Philosophy products are one of my favorites and this is a nice package.

Front Porch Classics Baseball Pinball Game Review

Leave the 21st century behind and enjoy hours of family fun with the old-timey Front Porch Classics Baseball pinball game, which comes adorned with the logo and colors of your favorite major league team. Front Porch Classics Baseball has received numerous awards, including a Parents' Choice Award and the FamilyFun Magazine 2002 Toy of the Year.



Players young and old launch the pinball and swing the bat to hit singles, doubles, triples, and home runs.
Beautifully crafted of solid wood with nostalgic graphics, this exquisitely detailed pinball-style coffee table game is powered by a spring and your imagination. Small enough to display beautifully on a desk or shelf, this miniature pinball-style game is loaded with authentic details that evoke the grand old ballparks of yesteryear. Launch the pinball and swing the bat to hit singles, doubles, and triples by maneuvering the ball into designated holes. Or, wallop the ball up the center ramp and hit a home run to the back of the stadium. Record each batter's performance on actual scorecards, while keeping track of runs scored on the stadium scoreboard.

It comes with 2 metal balls, 1 fabric ball storage bag, and a printed rule and scoring guide. Minimal assembly is required (for the stadium backdrop), and it measures 12.5 x 12.5 x 21.5 inches (H x W x D). This game is recommended for ages 8 and older.

Front Porch Classics Baseball Scoring
Although Front Porch Classics Baseball plays very much like the actual game, there are some differences.

  • A strike is committed if one of the following occurs:
    • The ball does not leave the pitching channel
    • The ball gets past the bat
    • A player traps the ball with the bat
    • The ball leaves the game surface area

  • A player may repeatedly hit a ball until either a base hit, an out, or a strike is committed.
  • If a ball lands in a "hit" hole directly after being pitched (without the batter hitting the ball), it is considered a "hit by pitch" and the player may advance the runner to first base.
  • If there are runners on base and a player hits a grand slam, the player will score four runs plus however many runners were on base.
  • There are no balks, ball, walks, steals, double plays, sacrifices, errors, or fielders choice in Front Porch Classics Baseball

Wii Nunchuk Controller Review

The Wii Nunchuk controller is a secondary controller that adds even more innovation to the next generation of gaming, and does it all with less physical movement.

Used in conjunction with the standard Wii remote, certain games need the Nunchuk controller for additional control options. Contoured perfectly to fit a player's hand,



The Wii Nunchuk (left) connects directly to the Wii remote. View larger.
the Nunchuk controller builds on the simplicity of the Wii Remote controller. The Nunchuk contains the same three-axis motion sensor found in the Wii Remote, but also includes an analog stick, and two buttons to help assist in character movement.

Many games will allow you to control your character's movement with the Nunchuk in your left hand, while your right hand is free to execute the action movements with the Wii Remote. For example, the Nunchuk is particularly useful for games like Wii Boxing. You can use the Nunchuk to punch with your weaker hand, while you use the Wii remote to punch and jab with your predominant hand.



Take the fun to the next level with two-handed control of your games. View larger.
In first-person shooters, the Nunchuk controller carries the burden of movement, freeing you to aim and fire using a more natural motion with the Wii Remote. In a football game, you can make your quarterback elusive with the Nunchuk controller while you search for an open receiver to throw to using the Wii Remote. Serious gamers may even want to use two Nunchuk controllers to gain a fierce competitive edge.

Because the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers are only relatively dependent on each other, players are free to hold them in whichever hand is most comfortable. Perfectly suitable for either right or left-hand use, the Wii Nunchuk controller grants accessibility not often seen in previous game controllers.

Also, the Nunchuk controller doesn't need its own power--it plugs into the Wii Remote controller when it's in use. So there's no need to worry about charging or replacing expensive batteries.

Adding a Nunchuk to your Wii system will definitely help you open the doors to the next level of gaming, and seriously step up performance. Just be careful not to knock out your significant other, or bruise the dog, severely, while using one, or two Nunchuk controllers.

Friday, December 28, 2007

Bushnell Yardage Pro Golf Pinseeker 1500 Laser Rangefinder w/ Slope Calculator


Your Bushnell Pinseeker 1500 is an advanced premium laser rangefinder comprised of digital technology that allows range readings from 5 to 1,500 yards. Measuring 1.7 by 5.1 by 3.7 inches, the 10-ounce Pinseeker 1500 delivers superb and accurate range performance to +/- one yard. The Pinseeker 1500 features Selective Targeting Modes, superb optical quality, 100% waterproof construction, and Bushnell's RainGuard coating.

The Pinseeker 1500 emits invisible, eye-safe, infrared energy pulses. Its Advanced Digital microprocessor and ASIC chip (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) results in instantaneous and accurate readings every time. Sophisticated digital technology instantaneously calculates distances by measuring the time it takes for each pulse to travel from the rangefinder to the target and back.

The ranging accuracy of the Pinseeker 1500 is plus or minus one yard under most circumstances. The maximum range of the instrument depends on the reflectivity of the target. The maximum distance for most objects is 1,000 yards, while for highly reflective objects the maximum is 1,500 yards.

The Pinseeker 1500 features a powerful 7x magnification monocular for viewing your target. Optics are fully multi-coated, allowing maximum light transmission for optimum brightness, superb resolution, and contrast for a clear vivid image even in low-light conditions such as dusk or dawn. A liquid crystal display (LCD) is mounted within the optical system and, when activated, displays a reticle for targeting, yards and meters, and Mode indicators.

The Bourne Ultimatum Review


The often breathtaking, final installment in the Bourne trilogy finds the titular assassin with no memory closing in on his past, finally answering his own questions about his real identity and how he came to be a seemingly unstoppable killing machine. Matt Damon returns for another intensely physical performance as Jason Bourne, the rogue operative at war with the CIA, which made him who and what he is and managed to kill his girlfriend in the series' second film, The Bourne Supremacy. Now looking for payback, Bourne goes in search for the renegade chief of CIA operations in Europe and North Africa, partnering for a time with a mysterious woman from his past (Julia Stiles) and constantly--constantly--on the run from assassins, intelligence foot soldiers, and cops. Directed by Paul Greengrass (United 93) with the director's thrilling, trademark textures and shaky, documentary style, The Bourne Ultimatum is largely a succession of action scenes that reveal a lot about the story's characters while they're under duress. Joan Allen, Albert Finney, David Strathairn, Scott Glenn, and Paddy Considine comprise the film's terrific supporting cast, and the well-traveled movie leads viewers through Turin, Madrid, Tangiers, Paris, London, and New York. Overall, this is a satisfying conclusion to Bourne's exciting and protracted mystery.

Coping With a Sweet Tooth

One of the hardest parts to overcome in a "clean eating" nutrition plan can be the issues that arise if someone has what is commonly known as a "sweet tooth". If you have one... you know it. The chocolate calls you from across the room. You probably take carmel, whipped cream, AND syrup in your morning latte. I'm right there with you in this category. I LOVE SWEETS! I've come to the conclusion that cutting them out completely only drives me to binge when I can finally get my hands on them. There are ways to cope with your sweet tooth in your clean eating plan.

Sugar: This is all natural. Some nutritionists (and your LIVE personal trainer) are of the opinion that if you are going to have sweetener of any kind, have the real thing! They feel that while it impacts your blood sugar the most, this is the safest choice as you can get it in the natural form. Many feel that knowing you are using the real thing will help you curb the quantity you chose to use.

Stevia: Also a naturally occurring option. More and more it can be found in mainstream grocery stores in the baking isle right next to Splenda! Give it a chance. Some people really love it and find it to be an excellent alternative to other sweeteners. You can even buy it in convenient packets to carry with you!

Agave Nectar: This can usually be found in the section with honey of a natural foods grocery store. It is a thick liquid similar to honey and can easily be added to many foods where you might normally use sugar to sweeten.

Aspartame (Nutrasweet... the blue stuff): This is a chemical compound touted as being 180 times sweeter than regular sugar. But don't kid yourself! It has calories!!! 4 calories per gram to be exact. Phenylketonuria is also of concern. This is a genetic disorder in which the body cannot process some of the enzymes in the aspartame. Don't start running to the doctor just yet. Chances are, if you have it, you already know it. All products containing aspartame must also carry the warning "Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine" on the label so that they are easily identified.

Sucralose (Splenda): This sugar derivative is 320 – 1000 times sweeter than sugar itself. It is manufactured through selective chloronation of sucrose. Since it is stable under heat, it can even be used in baking! Note that although the nutritional label on Splenda's packaging states that a single serving (1 teaspoon = 5 g) contains zero calories, Splenda actually contains two Calories per teaspoon.

Saccharin (Sweet-N-Low... the pink stuff): This sugar substitute is 300 times sweeter that sugar. However, some don't care for it because of an "aftertaste". Some soft drinks are sweetened with saccharin. Some studies have linked it to the development of cancer. Therefore, saccharin products are required to carry the warning "Use of these products may be hazardous to your health. This product contains saccharin which has been determined to cause cancer in laboratory animals."

Fruit: If fruit seems to satisfy your sweet tooth, try incorporating lower glycemic choices into your diet! Strawberries are my personal favorite. Other choices might include, blue berries, razberries, or plums. Apples, oranges, and grapefruit are also excellent options since they are accompanied by high fiber content. This slows the glycemic reaction to the fructose in the body.

In the end, none of these options are without impact to your clean eating diet. However, they are ways to address and manage your nutrition plan in a way that sets you up for success. Ultimately, only you can decide what is right for you and your body. This is just a short list of some options to help you make an educated decision.


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How Much Weight Loss is Healthy?

Lose up to 10lbs in 10 days! "I lost 25lbs in just 30 days!" Weight loss with a deadline, they are all over the place. The advertisements suggesting weight loss in a time frame are confusing regarding what can realistically be accomplished in a given time frame. For some, they give false hope, and they will have multiple attempts at losing weight. For others, they give up all together.

So what is a good goal to set for healthy weight loss? Well, let's discuss what weight is and what exactly it is that you really want to lose. You can also talk to LIVE's online personal trainers to discuss your personal situation.

Body Mass- the total amount of weight minus fat stores. So lean mass includes muscle, bones, organs and healthy tissue.

Body weight-the total amount of weight of a person. There are 3 main types of weight that you will lose or gain. Muscle, fat, and water.

Muscle weight Muscle weight is the amount of lean body mass that a person carries. It uses a lot of calories to maintain itself. If the calories are not there, the muscle weight will decrease. So the more muscle weight you have, the more calories you need to maintain it. This is why it is important to make resistance training and exercise part of your program to lose weight, and Live's personal training and diet programs can give you the support and education you need to be successful. People who workout, regardless of wanting to build muscle or lose fat, need to eat more healthy calories than when they were sedentary!

Fat weight - This is the amount of adipose tissue, or fat, that a person carries. Body fat does not need calories to maintain itself. It is stored calories that a person has already ingested and is burned as energy as a result of exercise. We need a certain amount of fat to be healthy. These percentages will vary between men and women but healthy ranges for men will fall between 4% and 15% and for women 10%-20% of total body weight.

Water weight - Water weight accounts for the levels of hydration in our body. This weight can fluctuate 5lbs in a single day based on hydration levels. If you have ever been sick and lost weight very quickly, it was most likely water weight. The contestants on the Biggest Loser TV show, lost up to 20lbs in 1 week, and it was most likely some fat, but a lot of water weight too. The reason NFL football players weigh in and out of each summer practice is because the are being monitored for hydration levels as they can lose 3-5lbs in a single practice session. And finally, this is the weight you will lose and gain rapidly with low carb fad diets.

So how much weight can you lose safely and keep it off? 1lb of fat equals 3500 calories. That is about 2 days worth of food for most of us. To lose weight and keep it off, a calories deficit of about 500 a day is acceptable. This means if you eat 2000 calories a day, you should burn through 2500. So by the end of the week 1-2 lbs of fat loss is considered healthy, achievable and maintainable. Muscle is what we want to gain so we can burn more calories and raise our metabolism. We will all gain muscle differently based on a number of factors including genetics, training regimen and supplementation. A good number to target is about 1-2 lbs a month. The reason for this is because it is difficult to put on muscle and lose body fat at the same time. So you have to have a strict calorie balance so you can gain muscle weight without gaining fat weight too.

There is more than one type of weight you can lose or gain making this a vague topic to quantify. This is why they use the term "weight" on TV and in advertisements when referring to an abundant amount of weight loss quickly. Set realistic goals, and if you are consistently changing your body composition by losing fat and putting on some healthy muscle you will eventually look and feel the way you want to, you will have done it the right way, and will therefore be able to maintain the new you for life!


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Friday, December 7, 2007

Treat Yourself, But Don't Overdo It

Whether you're at the family barbecue, out with friends, or having dinner with colleagues, a time will come when temptation to cheat on your nutrition plan will present itself, and many will give in. I have this conversation with my clients frequently, and since the decision to indulge a little has already been made, I try to give tips for making better choices and still feel like you are treating yourself.

Soda or iced tea, or juice iced tea is regarded as the better choice simply due to the high levels of sugar and the carbonation in soda. Iced tea can certainly have sugar but if you have unsweetened, you can at least regulate how much. An 8oz glass of fruit juice is about 120 cal, 29 carbs and 26 grams of sugar, hardly considered a great alternative. All are bad for your teeth, and if you use lemon in your tea, the acidity can lead to cavities as sugar does in soda. One other note regarding soda, have you ever seen how easily soda takes corrosion off your car battery? Honestly I would choose water.

Alcohol light beer on average carries about 27% less calories than regular beer, with Michelob Ultra and Becks Premiere leading the way at less than 100 calories and 4 carbs. Red and white wine, on a list of over 100 averaged between 80-200 calories per glass. If you love a good mixed drink, keep this in mind if you're trying to watch your weight. A 12oz Margarita is around 680 cal, Pina Colada (650 cal), rum & coke (10oz, 356 cal). Of course the calories really add up when we add appetizers and have a few rounds. A couple drinks and a plate of potato skins may add up to your entire daily calorie allowance!

Eating out. Hmmm, way too many choices to be made here. But here are a few ideas for when you're out to dinner. Choose grilled when you can and ask for your meat to be prepared without oil or butter. Try losing the bun of your burger. And use mustard instead of mayo or special sauce. Mustard can add virtually no calories to your meal. Order salad dressing on the side, shy away from thick creamy dressings. Have ½ your meal wrapped to go before you're served. Choose a side of veggies rather than fries.

Don't forget dessert. This being my favorite category of food, sometimes it's hard avoiding overindulgence and still feel like I'm having a treat. So the only suggestion I will make in regards to dessert is choose whatever you like, but have a small portion. A few bites to satisfy our craving shouldn't hurt, overindulgence will. Maybe share that slice of pie with a friend.

Making the choice to eat healthier doesn't have to feel like you are being squeezed with restriction. A quality nutrition plan can include a day to relax and eat what you want. Sometimes, like on our cheat day, we can make healthy choices and still feel like we are treating ourselves.


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Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Nutrition Key for Anti Aging

I would guess that growing old does not worry most Americans. However, the loss of strength and balance that can go together with the aging process can be frightening.

Live Lean Today can help with its anti aging fitness plans. Is there a way to prevent the frailty that is often associated with an older age? The solution may include protein, selected vitamins and dietary supplements.

Frailty is characterized as low overall muscle strength, a regular feeling of exhaustion with minimal activities, slow walking speed, and an overall reduction in activities of daily living. Although the number of elderly who could be defined as frail is un-known, frailty may increase the risk of falling as well as susceptibility to disease. In addition, frailty also negatively affects quality of life.

A recent study published in the Journal of Gerontology: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences demonstrated that the lack of specific nutrients increases the risk of becoming frail. In this study, 802 participants were assessed for nutrient intake and frailty. The study showed that the risk of frailty was correlated with a diminished intake of protein and vitamins A, D, C and the B vitamin folate.

If a person was deficient in two or more nutrients, the risk of frailty more than doubled. In addition, as we age, our ability to absorb nutrients from the food we eat decreases. The quality and quantity of food eaten also may be influenced by a fixed income. This suggests that nutrient insuffi-ciency may be more common in the elderly that we believe.

Fortunately, frailty may be easily prevented and even reversed. Meat is an excellent source of protein but, for those on a very fixed income, may not be part of the daily diet. However, beans and nuts can also supply a significant amount of excellent protein at a very reasonable cost. They also are rich in folate. Fruits and vegetables are good source of vitamins A, C and D. Dietary supplements may also be valuable and can provide more than adequate levels of folate and vitamins A, D and C in a number of easily digestible forms.

When I was in medical school, we learned that all nutritional needs could be met by having three "square" meals a day. We now know that nutrition and health involves a much more complex set of interactions and that proper amounts of protein and specific nutrients, like vitamins A, D, C and folate are essential. Frailty may be avoidable and, with a little effort, we all may be able to enjoy the "golden years" a little more.


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Sunday, August 19, 2007

Grey's Anatomy Complete Third Season DVD Review


I became interested in this show because I just happened to catch the "code black" episodes and the finale of season two. I didn't become a fan until after watching both the first and second seasons on dvd and by then, the show was about a month or so into the third season. I watched faithfully almost every week (even the repeats), but this season was much different from the last two.

Part of the reason that I loved Grey's Anatomy so much was that it was able to make me laugh, cry, and think, especially about the relationships in my own life. Unfortunately there isn't a lot to laugh about in season three. I don't recall any particularly inspiring moments either. The show has become a soap opera. A very well written and acted out soap, but it is what it is. In addition to that, the fact that some of our most beloved characters either won't be (or appear to not be) returning, and the whole Isaiah Washington business that no one would just let blow over have soured me towards the show even more.

I'm sure there will be a lot of new faces next season, but I haven't yet decided if I'll continue to be one of the faithful.

Wild Hogs Movie Review


Meet Woody Stevens(John Travolta),a middle-aged man who finds his finds his life constantly falling apart. Something that is hard for any person--especially a middle-aged man.

So,wanting a bright light to shine in his life,Woody Stevens makes a last minute decision. That last minute decision? To go on a cross country road trip with his three closest friends(Tim Allen's character of Doug Madsen,Martin Lawrence's character of Bobby Davis,and William H. Macy's character of Dudley Frank)who don't have the greatest lives at the present moment,either. There will be no rules--just fun,exploration,and adventures.

However,in the middle of the trip,faulty trouble arises. Once Woody Stevens,Doug Madsen,Bobby Davis,and Dudley Frank arive at a motorcycle bar out in New Mexico(out in the middle of nowhere,I might add),it turns out that they are at a bar full of a motorcycle gang,the Del Fuegos. The leader,Jack(Ray Liotta)does not like the Wild Hogs,while he is not afraid to show it. At the same time,Woody Stevens went on a roadtrip for fun,not for trouble or rudeness.

The result? Trouble that Woody Stevens,Doug Madsen,Bobby Davis,and Dudley Frank are going to have to lightly get themselves out of,and an inequitable "test" upon them,as well.

The script for "Wild Hogs" successfully brings the film's plot to life. Everything appropriately leads to one thing after another. The humor in "Wild Hogs" is well-written and enjoyable,bringing viewers good laughs along the way that one would expect out of any comedy film. There is,at the same time,an appropriate amount of fun. Drama is successfully worked in the script for "Wild Hogs",while the "edge" that the film requires allows itself to be successfully executed,at the same time. All of this in "Wild Hogs" is well accompanied by the famous cast(Travolta,Allen,Lawrence,Macy,Liotta,and Marisa Tomei),as well as their performances at the same time. "Wild Hogs" gives John Travolta,Tim Allen,William H. Macy,Martin Lawrence,Ray Liotta,and Marisa Tomei fair and wortwhile time in the spotlight,while all six of them work together successfully and respectfully. Having dramatic actors work alongside comedic actors in one film isn't the easiest thing to do,but in "Wild Hogs",it successfully happens. All of this allows "Wild Hogs" to fully come together,and be the good and successful film that it is.

If you were one of several people that saw "Wild Hogs" upon its release and were impressed,this DVD will leave you happy. The bonus feautures on this DVD ("Bikes,Brawls,and Burning Bars:The Making of "Wild Hogs"","How To Get Your WIfe To Let You Buy a Motorcycle",the freewheeling alternate ending for "Wild Hogs",deleted scenes,top-notch outtakes,and an audio commentary with the director and writer of "Wild Hogs",Walt Becker and Brad Copeland),are insightful. If you want to know more about the making of "Wild Hogs",the special feautres on this DVD will successfully do just that for you.

Overall,if you like comedy,turn to "Wild Hogs". You will be pleased with the comedy in "Wild Hogs",as well as the film itself and the elements that make it memorable,fun,and of course,funny.

I-Gh-1 LG Sciences Review

LG sciences is pleased to announce that beginning September 25th, all Methyl 1-D bottles will be shipped with a FREE 60 count bottle of our new product, I-GH-1 attached. This product is a $35 retail value but for a limited time, is available FREE to anyone who purchases Methyl 1-D.

I-GH-1

Growth Hormone is all over the news because of its ability to pack on pounds of lean mass when stacked with other hormones. Virtually unknown until recently, this powerful hormone has become the anabolic of choice for those wishing to build solid, lean gains that stick with you for years to come. I-GH-1 uses the most advanced Growth Hormone Secretagogues on the market along with a fast delivery liquid system to give you a boost of GH at the times your body is in its most anabolic growth hormone, state, before workouts. This delivery system is already prized in anabolic circles for its GH stimulating properties. Start seeing body composition changes from the very first dose! Experience the smooth, clean power that only GH can deliver in your next workout. I-GH-1 starts with the KING of secretagogs, Arginine Pyroglutamate! Not like any other form of Arginine, this special molecule will force your body to produce GH better than anything on the market, we also included a generous dose of Ornithine AKG and PURE L-Dopa (a LG Sciences first). Unlike the standard 15% L-Dopa, our 95% standardized extract gives you a more potent punch than anything on the market and L-Dopa is a PROVEN GH releaser that will jack up production when combined with the other ingredients. Only I-GH-1 gives you the top nutrients science can supply to flood your body with GH when it needs it most.

Monday, August 13, 2007

Texan Classics 460cc NEW POWER Titanium Driver Review


Designed for serious players of all skill levels Huge, 460cc Forged Titanium Driver Provides incredible forgiveness on mis-hits for explosive shots. Extra deep face promotes top-spin which leads to longer drives. 45" club length. Ultra-light, graphite shaft designed exclusively for Texan Classics Designed to generate additional club head speed for increased distance - Regular Flex. Club comes with Texan Classics all-weather grip. Face height: 2 1/4". Full manufacturer warranty covers breakage or defects for one year. Brand new.

Madden NFL 08 Playstation 3 - Where to Buy


Why just watch NFL football on TV when you can take an active role in the game with Playstation 3 Madden NFL 08 by Electronic Arts. Madden NFL 08 lets you control the running game like never before. With your Playstation 3, NFL football becomes an interactive sport. You're no longer a mere spectator. You're in it to win it! Step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower, or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. Innovative rushing controls give you a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks, and the distinct running styles of your favorite backs. Between the tackles or in the open field, run to daylight with Madden NFL 08. Scout collegiate prospects with the all-new NFL Draft Scouting System Watch players impact their teams with the new Franchise Player Roles feature Use actual plays from your favorite team's defensive playbook to shut down the running game, pressure the quarterback, or force key turnovers

Sunday, August 12, 2007

New Batman Movie Plot Summary

The new Batman (Christian Bale) movie coming summer 2008 increases the stakes in his battle on notorious criminals in Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight." With the support of Lieutenant Jim Gordon (Gary Oldman) and District Attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart), Batman fights the remaining criminal master minds that challenge Gotham's city streets. The partnership proves to be powerful, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of terror unleashed by a rising criminal super power known to the terrified people of Gotham as The Joker (Heath Ledger).

See the Batman teaser trailer

New Batman Movie Teaser Trailer

Callaway Golf X-Tour Wedges Review


Callaway Golf X-Tour Wedges Short-game scoring tools. Tour-proven precision. Inspired by two-time major champion Phil Mickelson, the new X-Tour Wedges offer tour-proven precision for the more accomplished golfer. Legendary clubmaker Roger Cleveland has designed the best-looking, best-performing wedges Callaway Golf has ever produced. Forged from soft 1020 carbon steel for exceptional touch and feel around the greens, the wedges come in numerous loft/bounce combinations to fit most players’ preferences. Roger Cleveland designed the 58° and 60° versions with the special PM (Phil Mickleson) Grind and added “Mack Daddy” Grooves for the ultimate in spin, trajectory and distance control. Forged 1020 carbon steel Allows for exceptional touch and feel around the greens. Special PM (Phil Mickelson) Grind and “Mack Daddy” Grooves The PM Grind allows for the maximum in playability around the greens. The “Mack Daddy” Grooves provide the ultimate in spin, trajectory and distance control. New enhanced shaping Preferred by tour players, the new improved head shape creates confidence on full shots as well as delicate feel shots around the greens. Used by Phil Mickelson!

NASCAR 08 EA Sports Review


Yes, Nascar 08 looks very similar to 07 (has motion blur effect,etc.), and they took away lots of stuff (like the various Dodge Challenge scenarios), but this game has added a lot, as well.

This is the first time I didn't have to use any driving Assists (except when I used the Limited assist, for starts and restarts ONLY with the Nextel Cup cars) to keep up with the Cpu cars, and also still have fun racing against them. It's simply one of the easiest to drive, racing games I've ever played. Perhaps TOO easy, for any of you that did well driving without any assists, in the older Nascar games.

Although, the Mid-Race saves work very well, they are NOT perfect saves. They are NOT good at accurately saving some stats, like #laps lead, best laps, and when drivers are knocked out of race, they are back in (when you reload the save), just a few laps down etc. No big deal, but if you want all your race stats saved accurately, don't use the mid-race saves.

In addition, the 2 player split-screen mode (not available in PS3 version), lets you race against 17 cpu cars (so, there are a total of 19 cars on track), but if you don't use the Legend difficulty, they let player #1 catch up too easily. There's no rearview mirror for this mode, but you can look back with the right stick.

Tired of always waiting for your spotter to tell you if you're in the clear? Well, now you can use the Right joystick to look to your left or right or even behind you to see for yourself. It can be a little disorienting at first, but it's so handy!

Another great thing in 08, is the ticker at the top that shows the race positions of the drivers (lap times, etc.). If you have trouble reading it while racing, you can shut it off or just pause the game, and it will still keep scrolling. You can even move it left or right (while in pause only) with the d-pad or left stick.

The new 08 feature, that lets you instantly rewind up to 8 seconds (good driving earns the time) within a current race (just press select button, when symbol appears), so that you can avoid a crash etc., sounds good in theory, but in practice, it usually doesn't help much. Simply, you often are only given 3 or 4 seconds instant rewind time, which usually isn't enough time to avoid anything.

However, it has helped me out on occasion (if I have 6-8 seconds available), but if you use it, the game won't count your accomplishments towards getting Medallions (192 of them) that help you unlock chase plates (53-no paint schemes),etc. So, at the beginning, at least, I think it's best to just use the mid-race save from time to time, and then if you crash, you can just quit and then reload (oh, the joys of cheating).

What is Femestra Menopause Herbal Supplement

Femestra is a leading nutrition and herbal supplement using the same rigorous manufacturing standards reserved only for pharmaceutical products. The raw material and entire production process are subjected to strict quality control using state-of-the-art echnology and chemical analyses.

In Femestra, we have been able to formulate a special blend of Rice Bran Oil and Gamma Oryzanol. Our Oryzanol is from a specific part of Japan, and is considerably more potent than any other Oryzanol. Our special blend (Femestra) has proven to eliminate most of the harmful effects of menopause. Femestra may eliminate your hot flashes, your sleepless nights, and will help your body naturally ease into the menopausal changes.

Femestra ingredients include:

• Calories 5
• Calories from fat 5
• Total Fat 1g
• Gamma Oryzanol 500mg
• CLA 625mg

OTHER INGREDIENTS:
Gelatin, Rice Bran Oil, Lecithin, USP Purified Water, Carob Extract, Titanium Dioxide. Contains Soy.

DIRECTIONS:
Take 2 gel caps daily, preferably in the morning prior to a meal, as a dietary supplement or as recommended by a healthcare professional.

Saturday, August 11, 2007

Callaway Forged Chrome Wedges

Designed by the world-famous clubmaker Roger Cleveland and forged by Callaway, the Forged Wedges harness Cleveland’s design expertise and Tour player feedback.


Phil Mickelson and Ernie Ells play Callaway golf clubs.

Forged from soft 1020 carbon steel. Get soft feel with a precision-milled face and grooves that channel away water and debris. On top of that, you get great shot-to-shot consistency.

Traditional Tour size and shape exposes more face area to the ball through contact, giving you great confidence around the green.

The Tour-inspired sole grind is ground down to lower the leading edge, especially when the face is open for your delicate flop shots or high lobs. The trailing edge is beveled so the club sits square when open.

Loft Lie Bounce Angle Length Swingweight
48° 64° 35.625" D3
52° 64° 10° 35.625" D3
54° 64° 12° 35.375" D4
56° 64° 12° 35.375" D4
56° 64° 14° 35.375" D4
58° 64° 10° 35.125" D4
58° 64° 12° 35.125" D4
60° 64° 10° 35.125" D4
60° 64° 12° 35.125" D4

The Bourne Identity HD DVD Review


Bournce Identity is a terrifc movie for a weekend and while much fuss was made over particular omissions from Ludlum's great spy novel, the overall feel of the world he created remains. If every element from Ludlum's novel were left in this would be a five hour movie. The book was that complex and jam-packed.

Director Doug Liman has retained the basic feel of the book and left the heart of the story in tact. He didn't try to glamourize the grittier aspects simply because he had a big budget with which to work. There is almost a low-key atmosphere which somehow makes all the action seem more real to the viewer. We see Paris and all the other countries only as background to the dark storyline we hope can have some kind of happy resolution as the film goes along.

Franke Potente is perfect as a girl who has no real roots herself, and what begins as a business proposition escalates into love, even if it must be a life on the run with Jason Bourne (Matt Damon). Damon proves he can really act in this film and does a great job as Bourne, a guy who has no idea who he is but has all the instincts of someone not quite part of everyday society.

A Swiss bank account and a dozen passports, along with a large sum of cash and a weapon, tells him something about what kind of life he has led, if not who he is exactly. He ponders the mystery in a Paris cafe with Marie (Potente) while instinctively making note of all the liscence plates of the vehicles parked outside. Why he does so, he doesn't know.

The romance that blossoms between Bourne and Marie becomes one more reason Bourne must find the answers to his identity as international assasins come after them at every turn. There is a moment in the film when he tries to make her leave him for safety because he loves her, and it is for that same reason she stays.

This is a gritty movie with a heart. The action sequences as Bourne's instincts kick in are terrific and the human elements are not lost along the way, which is a credit to Director Liman and the two stars, especially Damon, who separtated himself from a big pack and proved he had talent here.

We are left with a good feeling at the end of this film as both the action and romance are given their moments. I read this many years ago so perhaps the fact it was not fresh in my mind helped me enjoy it more. Taken simply as a really enjoyable film for a weekend, it's A+ entertainment.

Tiger Woods Ties Two Records at PGA Championship


Tiger Woods dominates and leads going into Sunday of the 07 PGA Championship at Southern Hills. This will be Tiger Woods' first major of the 2007 season if he wins.

Yesterday, on the second round Tiger Woods lips out his final put to finish with a 63. This ties the lowest round ever in a major. Tiger Woods' lip out is very similar to Nick Price's lip out to shoot a 62 in another major.

The second record is lowest round after shooting a 63 in a major. The record held by a few guys is a 69 after shooting a 63. Tiger Woods has a right to left put to shoot a 68 that looks like it is going in until it rolls over the edge. Tiger shoots a 69 and ties another record.

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Robbers found in NBA Antoine Walker Case

The cops have found and arrested four men in connection with the pro basketball player Antoine Walker robbery. The four men are held in jail without bond. The four men’s names are Antoine Larkins, Demorris Hill, Phillip Allison, and Gregory Reedfields.

Earlier robber of New York Knicks player Eddy Curry has also been linked to Hill and Larkins. Robbery of NBA star Eddy Curry occurred last month in suburban Chicago.

The four men are charged with home invasion, armer robbery, and aggravated kidnapping in the Walker Case.

Sam Adams, an legal representation for Reedfields, said his client is innocent and "police did not get the right guy."

The four robbers were scheduled to appear in bond court Monday on those charges.

The robbery occurred on July 9 when the four men eligibly bound with duct tape and held Walker at gun point. The robbers took Walker’s Mercedes with cash and jewelry.

Police detectives used cell phone records and finger prints to find the culprits.

Cleveland CG12 Black Pearl Wedge Review


Cleveland Golf CG12 Black Pearl Wedge : The CG12 combines classic wedge design with advanced manufacturing processes. On each CG12 wedge, the grooves are milled to maximum conforming dimensions using a proprietary CNC mill bit to create envelope-stretching geometry. To improve shot consistency, the new groove geometry was coupled with an innovative plating process making ZIP Grooves Cleveland Golf's most consistent, precise, and visible wedge technology to date.

Cleveland wedge CG12 benefits and performs well for players of all ability levels.

Madden NFL 08 Xbox Review


Why just watch NFL football on TV when you can take an active role in the game with Madden NFL 08 by Electronic Arts? Madden NFL 08 lets you control the running game like never before. Step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower, or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. Innovative rushing controls give you a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks, and the distinct running styles of your favorite backs. Between the tackles or in the open field, run to daylight with Madden NFL 08 Xbox. Bust out player-specific running styles matching those of real NFL players (e.g., smaller backs slash to break tackles, while bigger runners bowl over defenders in the open field). All-new jukes, cutbacks, and power moves Scout collegiate prospects with the all-new NFL Draft Scouting System Watch players impact their teams with the new Franchise Player Roles feature Use actual plays from your favorite team's defensive playbook to shut down the running game, pressure the quarterback, or force key turnovers

Callaway HX Hot Golf Ball Review


NEW! Callaway HX HOT GOLF BALL Designed to jump off the club face, the new HX Hot combines a new core, a DuPont HPF boundray layer and ionomer cover that pushes the ball velocity near the limit. And hotter off the clubface means longer off the driver. Tour proven HEX Aerodynamics add flight stability and consistancy on all shots.

Phil Mickelson and Annika Sorenstam play Callaway golf equipment.

Become a More Athletic Golfer to Improve Your Golf Game

Golf and Fitness are two terms that can finally go hand in hand, thanks to one Tiger Woods and his famous mystery workout routine, and the other professional and amateur players who have followed his lead. Once an activity perhaps identified more with pot bellies, motorized carts and cups of beer on the course than physical strength and a good physique, there is now no question that golf has entered the world of a full fledged sport that requires physical training to perform at its best. Golfers on the professional tours look like athletes now, with more and more toned athletic bodies being seen on TV crushing the ball down the longest, most difficult courses in the world. Spending some time in the gym has been shown that it can make as big a difference in a golfer's score as time on the range or putting green. The game itself has changed, and the way players approach it has changed, as well.

As a personal trainer and avid golfer, the relationship between fitness and golf is a natural one to maintain, but it wasn't that way when I started playing the game as a junior. I first picked up clubs when I was about 5, then started playing seriously by about the seventh grade. By seriously I mean it had become the obsession that many golfers feel when they realize they would rather be golfing than just about anything else. A group of friends and I played regularly, and by high school, we were not only on our golf team together, we were some of the best players in our entire small town.

I was never able to hit the ball as far as my friends on the team, and one thing they told me over and over was that I should lift weights and get stronger, which at the time they did because they also played on the basketball team in the winter. As a skinny cross country runner at the time, I saw no need nor had any interest in lifting, as the weight room intimidated me in high school. I look back almost 30 years later as a much stronger, longer and better player than I was then (because I lift weights!) and wonder what might have been had I listened to them.

What my friends on the golf team did in the high school weight room in the early 80's was primitive to the workout science and programs that are available to golfers now, but they were definitely on to something. One way to look at it was that before it became popular, they were athletes who happened to play golf, and it showed in the length they had off the tee. This athletic approach can be applied to any golfer's game in the present day and immediately improve their ability to play better. With some examination, it is easy to see why.

The golf swing itself is actually an incredibly complex movement that combines virtually every muscle in the body into one coordinated action. The requirements of balance, coordination, flexibility, stability, strength and power all come into play in just one swing. Over the course of a practice session or round, endurance becomes a factor as well. Having some physical fitness in all of these areas can make for a much more effective swing. It is a bit ironic that golf itself does not require you to be in shape to play (unlike running a 10 k race, for example, which needs a level of fitness to even be attempted), nor will it really get you in shape by playing regularly (unless you walk rather than ride a cart). Yet working out overall dramatically increases the ability to perform the golf swing itself. So many players look to the next big expensive driver to add yardage off the tee. Well, what it they could hit it harder by being in better shape, and straighter, too?

Getting into the specifics of golf fitness, flexibility is paramount in the modern golf swing. The ability to turn the body through the trunk away from the ball, storing potential energy on the backswing, while maintaining an anchored, solid stance through the legs and hips, is what has been shown to generate the most power. Tiger Woods has a tremendous shoulder turn on his backswing which sets him up to uncoil with great speed through the ball on the downswing.

A person taking golf lessons and attempting to emulate Tiger's shoulder turn typically doesn't even have a body physically capable of doing that motion effectively! They may be taking lessons, yet are prevented from practicing the motion that they are learning by a lack of flexibility and fitness in the muscles of the trunk and back. Only by improving their fitness in these areas through proper training can they then expect to perform the proper motion.

In addition to flexibility, core strength and stability throughout the body are essential as well. These fitness terms refer to the body's strength in the trunk and the ability of the muscles of the entire body to operate in a coordinated, athletic way, which provide a stable "platform" in the body for hitting the golf ball. The more coordinated and stable the body is, the less motion is wasted during the swing and the more effort goes straight into hitting the ball where it is meant to go.

After flexibility is attained and a good amount of core strength and stability as well, more basic strength can then be added into a fitness routine. This could be along the lines of the classic term "lifting weights" that my high school buddies wanted me to do. A flexible and stable body that gets stronger, as long as the flexibility is not lost, can add significantly more effort to the golf swing, especially in situations where the ball may be in the rough or have a lie that requires more effort than the typical swing. If you watched Tiger Woods during the US Open in June, 2007, his physique from his fitness routine looked more muscular than ever, yet was very flexible. There were comments from the TV announcers many times on the level of his fitness and how it played out in making his game more effective. He is quite capable of hitting shots no one else on earth can because of his fitness level. As a result, he has more shots available to him to help him score.

So we know now how fitness has changed the game of golf and what is available to the player who chooses to add more fitness to their routine and golf game. Anyone can benefit from some exercise that is golf specific, and can participate at the level that they want. A person doesn't have to workout like Tiger Woods to get better. Sometimes even just working out regularly itself can make all the difference.


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Common Symptoms of Menopause

Many women enter into menopause at different times of their life. Some experience a few of the symptoms while others can have more.

Hot flashes, flushes, night sweats and/or cold flashes, clammy feeling is most likely the most common sensation but, Irregular heart beat, irritability, mood swings, sudden tears, difficulty sleeping, irregular periods; shorter, lighter periods; heavier periods, phantom periods, shorter cycles and longer cycles often occur.

One of the most troubling symptoms is Loss of libido. However it is not limited to a drop in desire but also a dry vagina, crashing fatigue, anxiety, feelings of dread, apprehension, depression, difficulty concentrating, disorientation, mental confusion, memory lapses, incontinence upon sneezing, or laughing.

Women have also report having Itchy, crawly skin aching, sore joints, muscles, breast tenderness, headaches, gastrointestinal distress, indigestion, flatulence, nausea, bloating, increase in allergies weight gain, hair loss, but with an increase in facial hair. Many have experienced dizziness, light-headedness, tingling in the extremities, gum problems, increased bleeding, burning tongue, burning roof of mouth, bad taste in mouth, change in breath odor.

One of the biggest problems of menopause is Osteoporosis (porous bones).

A select few have noticed changes in fingernails: softer, crack or break easier. Tinnitus: ringing in ears, 'whooshing,' buzzing etc. Reason For Symptoms

Hot flashes are due to the hypothalamic response to declining ovarian estrogen production. The declining estrogen state induces hypophysiotropic neurons in the arcuate nucleas of the hypothalamus to release gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) in a pulsatile fashion, which in turn stimulates release of luteinizing hormone (LH). Extremely high pulses of LH occur during the period of declining estrogen production. The LH has vasodilatory effects, which leads to flushing. Loss of libido for some women the loss is so great that they actually find sex repulsive, in much the same way as they felt before puberty. What hormones give, loss of hormones can take away. Aching sore joints may include such problems as carpal tunnel syndrome. Depression different from other depression, the inability to cope is overwhelming. There is a feeling of loss of self. Hormone therapy ameliorates the depression dramatically. Weight gain often around the waist and thighs, resulting in 'the disappearing waistline'. Tingling in extremities can also be a symptom of B-12 deficiency, diabetes, alterations in the flexibility of blood vessels, or a depletion of potassium or calcium Tinnitus is one of those physical conditions that seems to manifest in some women at the same time as menopause. It can be associated with health conditions such as hypothyroidism and heart disease, and is a known side-effect of many medications, including aspirin (salicylates) and Prozac.

SOME OF THE SYMPTOMS MAY ALSO BE SIGNS OF THE FOLLOWING: *hypothyroidism *diabetes *depression with another etiology other medical conditions


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Irons, Driver, and Wedges in Justin Rose Golf Bag


Justin Rose one of the young talented players on the PGA Tour. Justin Rose plays Taylor Made golf equipment and has contented in many tournaments on the PGA Tour this year. Justin Rose ties for second at the World Golf Championship at Bridgestone Invitational last week. The Brdigestone Invitational was won by Tiger Woods. Justin Rose has a 63.96% Greens in Regulation Pct. thru the World Golf Championships-Bridgestone Invitational and ranks 20th on the money list.

Sergio Garcia and John Daly also play Taylor Made golf clubs.

Justin Rose Driver

Rose plays the r7 Quad 8.5 and the r7 TP 13 fairway wood. He also hits the Taylor Made rescue TP 17 and 19.

Justin Rose Irons

Rose hits the rac Forged TP 4-PW by Taylor Made with the TP Black golf balls.

Thursday, August 9, 2007

Resident Evil 4 for Wii Review


In Resident Evil 4 you'll know a new type of horror, as the classic survival-horror action returns with all-new characters, controls and storylines. We last saw Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil 2 - a rookie cop in Raccoon City, fighting to stay alive. That was six years ago. Since then, government forces have managed to control the zombie threat and Leon has become a Federal agent. When the President's daughter is kidnapped, Leon tracks her to a remote, hidden fortress in Europe - where he'll relive the horror he faced six years before. Players will face never-before-seen enemies that make Nemesis seem like a kitten. You'll be wishing for the usual Resident Evil zombies!

Taylor Made Golf- Rescue Mid Hybrid Iron/Wood Graphite Review

Do you struggle hitting your long irons? Hybrid clubs have found themselves into the top tour pros bag, and they should find their way into yours.

Long irons are the hardest clubs in the bag to hit well, which is why Taylor Made engineers created the Rescue Mid, a breakthrough utility club designed to be easy-to-hit while delivering long-iron distance.

  • Higher moment of inertia than a long-iron with lower center-of-gravity.
  • Maximum forgiveness on mis-hits with a high launch angle and high spin producing high, long shots that stop quickly.
  • Double-crown to enhance structural integrity and minimize head-distortion at impact.
  • Cambered sole from heel to toe to ease playability from all types of lies.
  • Understand Your Feet to Reduce Running Injuries

    We have all had some nagging muscles like our hamstrings, or discomfort in our side which we can run and train with. Though when the feet start to hurt, it can lay us up for weeks, months, or worse. Your feet and ankles are the foundation of your running and cardio program. When are feet are working correctly, they allows us to perform at our very best.

    The two worse runner or jogger injuries are plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis. Both of these injuries can be cause by overuse, lack of strength, or lack of flexibility. Though your feet are tough and can take a lot, we have to understand how important they are to keep them healthy and pain free.

    Your foot is important in both the landing of your steps and the pushing off as well. This is why getting the right shows for your feet are so important. If you land or push off poorly it can affect your entire chain from your ankles, knees, hips, and shoulders. Most running injuries can be attributed back to how people either land or push off.

    When you land and your foot is stiff the stress can is one of the causes of shin splints. When we land with a loose foot, the effect is the runners' knees pointing inwards which causes many critical problems.

    Plantar fasciitis prevents more runners from running than any other injury. The plantar fascia runs the entire length of the bottom of the foot. The two main reasons for this injury are overtraining and tight calves which put undo strain. Because so many cardio injuries are overuse they can be hard to notice until it is too late. The plantar fascia has poor blood flow which makes it slow to heal. Only rest will relieve the inflammation.

    To prevent this injury it is vital that your build up your miles slowly and are on a good training program. Don't necessarily just follow your buddies program. Many cardio athletes are over trainers by nature and don't understand how they don't have to run in pain. If you have tight calves active flexibility training can start to alleviate the issues. Important for you to work on active stretching over static stretching.

    The Achilles tendon, which runs up the back of the leg from the heal to the calf, is the other common body injured in runners. Overuse and rapid increases in mileage are the two main culprits that affect your Achilles tendon. Only rest will take away the effects of Achilles tendonitis. Getting a properly fitted shoe is one way to support this issue from not happening.

    If you see the trend that overuse is always the main problem with running injuries. The reality is you don't have to do so many miles like most people think. With proper heart rate training, you can train with faster workouts which are less miles and less wear and tear on the body. Interval, tempo, and threshold runs are a bigger key to running success and are a lot less miles.


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    What Irons, Drivers, Wedges, and ball is in John Daly's Bag

    Grip it and Rip it, John Daly has been a highlight machine for years. With two major championships to his credit that is more than Adam Scott, Sergio Garcia, or Justin Rose. I wrote this so those that wanted to know what big John Daly has in his golf bag. I always find it important when choosing the right clubs knowing what the pros trust their game with.

    John Daly's Driver

    Daly hits the Taylor Made TP 10.5 with the V steel 13 fairway wood.

    John Daly's Irons

    He plays the RAC TP 3-PW irons and the Hybrid Rescue Dual 17.

    John Daly's Wedges and Ball

    The Taylor Made Black TP 52 and 60 with the Maxfli Tour Fire Ball.

    John Daly Second after First Round of PGA Championship


    Crowd favorite and past PGA Championship winner, John Daly finished with a 3 under par 67 and two behind first day leader Graeme Storm. John Daly did have the outright lead in the first round of the British Open before collapsing down the stretch. Today Daly kept it together and finished strong. Different than the other players Daly mentioned that he didn't play a practice round before this years tournament at Southern Hills. As the weather is scorching and most players drinking plenty of water, Daly said he survives on cigarettes and diet coke.

    Tiger Woods finished 6 strokes behind the leader at +1. Tiger tees off in the afternoon tomorrow and will part of the TNT coverage.

    Phil Mickelson started off hot only to start spraying his tee shots all over the place and scambling for par. Mickelson finished at +3.

    Sergio Garcia made a nice come back after the missed opportunity at the Open Championship with an even par round. This puts Sergio in a good position going into Friday and the weekend.

    Wednesday, August 8, 2007

    What is in Sergio Garcia's Golf Bag - Irons Driver Putter

    After watching the British Open did you want to know what is in Sergio Garcia's golf bag. Sergio Garcia up to the very end played the best golf at the 2007 Open Championship. As Sergio is considered one of the best ball strikers in the game, I felt it was important to find out what golf clubs he plays. Also, wanted to know what that belly putter was that the commentators talked about all week.

    Sergio Garcia's Woods

    He hits the Taylor Made r7 SuperQuad TP 8.5° Driver and Burner TP Fairway 15° Fairway Wood.

    Sergio Garcia's Irons

    Sergio uses the Taylor Made rac Forged TP (2-PW), rac Black TP 54° wedge, and the rac Black TP 58° wedge.

    Sergios Garcia's Putter and Ball

    Sergio used the Taylor Made Rossa Corzina belly butter, and he plays the TP Red golf ball.

    Sergio Garcia uses a belly putter at PGA Championship

    In a press conference at the PGA Championship, Sergio Garcia says he will use the same belly putter he used in the British Open. Sergio Garcia has been know for many years as one of the best ball strikers on the PGA Tour though he putting has let him down, especially on Sundays of Majors. For the first three rounds Sergio used the belly putter to exceptional precision as he tool a big lead into Sunday. Though like many other major tournaments before them Sergio fell short on Sunday at the British Open.

    Sergio at the British Open used the Rossa Corzina belly putter from Taylor Made. I haven't found the putter available yet for consumers.

    Though now at Southern Hills, Sergio Garcia has another chance to will a major and see if the belly putter helps him have ice in his veins the next 10 foot put to win.

    No major champion in golf has ever used the belly putter so Sergio stands to be the first if he wins.

    What Does Phil Mickelson Play for Golf Clubs

    Phil Mickelson will be teeing it up at Southern Hills this weekend for the latest PGA Championship. Phil Mickelson now the #3 ranked player in the world is known for his impressive shot making ability. So, what clubs does Phil Mickelson play with? The answer is the Callaway X-Tour irons.

    It’s one of the most talked-about debuts on tour this season. The new X-Tour Irons are now in the bags of players like Phil Mickelson, Annika Sorenstam and Charles Howell III. Forged 1020 Carbon Steel Body: The X-Tour's advanced two-piece design features a forged 1020 carbon steel body, with a forged 1020 carbon steel face welded in 360 degree undercut channel, which enlarges the sweet spot and provides perimeter weighting previously unavailable on a performance iron. Extreme Notch Weighting : Extreme notch weighting focuses the perimeter weight to the extreme heel and toe helping to raise the Moments of Inertia for resistance to twisting on off-center hits. Traditional Size and Shape : In designing a performance iron with a traditional size and shape, many new design features were incorporated into Callaway's X-Tour irons. The X-Tour blade length is shorter from heel to toe, while the toe has been raised and squared. A thin, understated, pared-off top line and straight leading edge provide the look "traditional" players prefer, while reduced hosel offset and a beveled, narrower sole combine to add workability from all types of conditions. New Blind-Bore Hosel Technology: A hosel design longer than the patented S2H2 design of past Callaway irons moves the center of gravity towards the heel and higher in the

    Nintendo Wii Game Console Review

    Wii Console The sleek Wii console, no larger than a stack of several DVD cases, includes Wii Sports, a sensor bar, an AV cable, a Wii stand, a Wii Remote, and a Nunchuk controller for even more exciting game- control possibilities. Featuring a remarkable wireless controller experience, the Nintendo Wii console invites players into game worlds and activities like never before. Whether theyre young or old, expert gamers or beginners, Wii players will express themselves with intuitive motion control using the Wii Remote: a flick of the wrist to swing a baseball bat or tennis racket, a backswing and follow-through to send a golf ball flying over a pristine fairway. Wii Sports, packaged with the Wii console, introduces players to those and many other experiences. Wii also taps into Nintendos unrivaled legacy of great games with the Virtual Console. Connecting via wireless broadband to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, Wii owners will be able to spend Virtual Console points to download selected classic games from NES, Super NES and N64 video game consoles. And through WiiConnect24, owners will be able to access even more content. Four-player compatibility as well as the ability to compete with other Wii players over broadband internet means that Wii offers a true social experience. * Design Featuring a compact design that makes it a natural addition to any television setup, the Wii console is white in color and can be displayed either vertically or horizontally. * GameCube Compatibility The Wii is backward-compatible to all Nintendo GameCube games

    PGA Championship Comments from Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson

    Tiger Woods, Phi Michelson, and other top PGA Tour golfers met with the media for the traditional new conferences before golf's major championships.

    Tiger Woods mentioned that with the hot temperatures and advanced golf balls that the ball is traveling farther than the last time Southern Hills hosted a major. Tiger felt that the heat doesn't effect him that much and scuffed at the idea that the heat can do anything to his concentration.

    Phil Mickelson talking about what Sergio Garcia is going through said that talking to the media was the hardest part about not winning a major.

    Sergia Garcia seemed to handle himself more mature this week than the news conference after losing the British Open. Sergio could be the player to beat this week as in the past he has played well after disappointing finishes in majors.

    Who caught Barry Bonds Home Run

    Once Barry Bonds took a Mike Bacsik, of the Washington Nationals, pitch deep yesterday breaking Henry Arron's Home Run Record, who caught the record breaking baseball. The answer: 22 year old Matt Murphy from Queens, NY caught the magical ball. He was rushed out of the stands by police with his clothes dis helved and torn.

    So what will Matt Murphy get for his new prize possession, home run 656? Catching history making baseballs has become big money for those that catch them. If you saw the frenzy to get Barry Bonds ball then you know what I am talking about.

    The Yankee fan who caught A-Rod's 500th home run is still waiting for a better offer from A-Rod or the Yankees.

    Stay tuned to to see if Matt Murphy wins the lottery with his new baseball.

    Ram Golf By Tommy Armour- FX Satin Wedge Review

    RAM Golf (by Tommy Armour) FX Satin wedges continue RAM's tradition of great scoring clubs. Products of a 50-year heritage of forging excellence, Tour Grind clubs are a proven winner with professionals and low-handicap amateurs. These value oriented wedges have been carefully crafted with the RAM flange widths, heel grinds, offsets, leading edge progression and swing weights. Made from 431 stainless steel.

    Garmin Nuvi 350 Pocket Vehicle GPS Navigator with Maps for North America Review

    What if one device could help you navigate anywhere in the U.S. and Canada, while offering travel tips, storing your favorite tunes and photos, providing translation assistance, and more? That device is here, and it's not much bigger than a deck of cards. The Garmin nüvi 350 is set to revolutionize what we expect from a GPS navigation device, or from any device for that matter.



    The nüvi 350 is a portable GPS navigator, traveler's reference, and digital entertainment system, all in one. View product demo (requires Flash).



    A simple touchscreen interface and voice guidance allow you to keep your eyes on the road. View larger.


    Listen to an audio book or an MP3 while you're on the road. View larger.
    Design
    With a total weight of 5.1 ounces and slim measurements of 3.87 x 2.91 x 0.87 inches (WxHxD), the nüvi 350 is just right for the pocket or purse. A bright, 64,000-color display dominates the front of the device and a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels means that there's plenty of room for displaying map data and other elements of the device's interface. An SD memory card slot is provided for expansion software, such as a points of interest database, media files and electronic guides (see below). The flip-up antenna includes an MCX-type connector for connecting the unit to an external GPS antenna. Meanwhile, a powerful built-in speaker resides on the back of device. A built-in lithium ion battery will give you for to eight hours of battery life, depending on use. In addition to an AC charger, the unit also ships with a 12-volt power adapter for vehicle charging, as well as a windshield suction cup mount.

    Fortunately, Garmin has made it easy to interface with the nüvi 350's 700 megabytes of onboard memory, thanks to "plug-and-play" USB mass storage support. Just plug the device into your computer's USB port and you've got instantaneous access to all the audio books, music, photos, supplemental maps and other data on the nüvi 350's internal and SD card memory.

    Navigation
    The nüvi 350 is first and foremost a personal GPS device. Wherever you go -- in your car or on foot-- the device offers extremely accurate position data, thanks to a high-sensitivity integrated GPS receiver by SiRF and WAAS-enabled, 12-satellite reception. Combined with detailed maps of the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico the nüvi 350 provides automatic routing, turn-by-turn voice directions, and touchscreen control-- making it easy to find your way anywhere. Plus, the unique "text-to-speech" feature calls out turns by street name, and you can choose from either 2D or 3D mapping perspectives when you're viewing your route on the display. Additionally, the nüvi 350 is compatible with Garmin's GTM 10 FM TMC traffic receiver*, which allows users to avoid traffic tie-ups by simply pushing a button that will calculate a new route.

    As mentioned, the nüvi 350 comes packed with mapping data for North America, but you can can also load up your custom points of interest. Set up proximity alerts for school zones, safety cameras, and more using Garmin's free POI (points of interest) loader program (available from garmin.com).



    The device automatically calculates the fastest route and provides voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions along the way.
    Tools for the Journey
    Navigation is just part of the journey, and the nüvi 350 is one of the first devices to recognize that. The built-in "Travel Kit" offers an MP3 player, an audio book player from Audible.com, a jpeg-format picture viewer, a world travel clock with time zones, a currency converter, a measurement converter, and a calculator.

    In addition to the included travel tools, additional software add-ons are available, such as the Garmin Language Guide, with data provided by Oxford University Press. This software suite contains a multilingual word bank, phrase bank, and five bilingual dictionaries. The multilingual word bank and phrase bank supports nine languages and dialects, including American English, British English, French, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, European Portuguese, European Spanish, and Latin American Spanish. Now you can look up and translate more than 17,000 words or 20,000 phrases per language -- right in the palm of your hand. Through the unit's text-to-speech interface, users can get a spoken pronunciation of each entry in the word bank, along with gender and part of speech information.

    Another useful add-on software package, the Garmin Travel Guide, is loaded with information provided by Marco Polo. These guides put in-depth travel information such as reviews and recommendations for restaurants, tourist attractions, and more at your fingertips. The software allows you to navigate to an address or search points of interest-- places like hotels, restaurants, shopping, and tourist attractions. The nüvi 350 automatically calculates the fastest route and provides voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions along the way. The unit also audibly announces the name of upcoming streets-- letting you keep your eyes on the road while navigating through busy traffic and tricky roadways. And if you stray off course, the nüvi 350 automatically calculates the quickest way to get back on track.

    *Traffic services available only in select cities where RDS-TMC coverage exists. Requires the GTM 10 FM TMC traffic receiver and subscription fee to enable traffic capability.

    What's in the Box
    nüvi 350, travel kit, vehicle suction cup mount, carrying case, 12-24 volt adapter cable, dashboard disk, USB interface cable, sample language guide content, sample MP3s, and quick reference guide.

    Food and Diet for More Energy

    Do you find that you get fatigued during the afternoon? There are better choices than reaching for that candy bar, soda, or the latest energy drink. Food and diet is essential to giving your body more energy during the day. With making some easy diet choices you can have more energy and feel alive during those once sluggish hours.

    The fatigue and lack of energy you feel is associated with how you fuel your metabolism. Another way of looking at it is the food you eat or not eat is causing you have low energy and want to take a nap at work. If you are having any lack of energy throughout the day, now is a great time to start making better dietary choices.

    The common diet programs that create this lack of energy are low calorie diets or eating 3 meals a day or less. Also, if your diet habits consist of fast food, candy, or soft drinks then your body is simply not getting the energy it needs and how it wants it was balanced energy levels. Another aspect that affects your energy with poor food choices is a lack of essential vitamins, minerals, complex carbs, and amino acids. All of these are building blocks for proper metabolism functioning.

    The major issue with the ineffective diet programs of Americans is bad habits actually create more bad habits. Many people think that if they just had will power they won't succumb to food cravings that crush their diets. The reality is that poor choices create times when your body is in low blood sugar and that period is what causes your cravings. It is physiology that causes them not a lack of mental strength. Did you know that once you start eating 5 small meals during the day your cravings for sugar go away? Follow me on this person's day. We are starting with breakfast though they don't eat breakfast because they have noticed that if they skip breakfast they don't feel hungry till lunch. So at lunch they go out to dinner with their coworkers. Now, from a lack of energy they over eat more food than they should at any one meal. The problem is this doesn't feel or looks like too much food because this is what they are used to. How do I know this is too much food because at around 2 or 3 pm they are crashing. Their energy is low and they have become exceptionally irritable. Does this sound familiar?

    So what are we supposed to eat? The goal is to eat 5 small meals throughout the day. For the average American this is cutting their normal meal in half and eating the other half as a snack. Breakfast starts the day either burning fat or storing fat. You know you had a proper breakfast because you are hungry 2-3 hours later, and it is time for another snack. You want to keep having small meals every two to three hours throughout the day. The reason this is good is because your body is burning calories and wants more fuel to keep burning. I know it seems logical if you don't eat you will lose weight. The problem is when you don't eat your body stores the food you eat as fat. When you fuel your body every 2-3 hours your body starts to burn more energy and will stop storing energy. This is the key to healthy losing weight.

    Another key aspect to controlling your energy levels is the use of caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant that supports your body to release adrenaline into your system. Caffeine in moderation, as in one cup of coffee doesn't throw your body out of balance. Having a multiple cups or some of the energy drinks and your body is running on artificial energy and then you crash. Once you crash you want that good feeling again, and so you are off on another Starbucks run. I know people who go to Starbucks every 2-3 hours or after each time their body crashes. One thing on energy drinks, Red Bull has less caffeine than a cup of coffee though I can't guarantee what is in the rest of the energy drinks.

    Do you need more protein or more carbs in your meals? If you find that your meals are made of mostly carbs or simple sugars than eating protein with your meals with balance you out. Most Americans are over eating protein. If you are not getting a small amount of complex carbs in each meal, this is another reason why you are low on energy. Carbs are you body's fuel. Protein is designed to rebuild your muscle tissue and your body doesn't want to use it as energy.

    Adding proper supplementation can make easy healthy and throughout the day easier. For most people getting that mid morning or mid afternoon snack can be a challenge. Having a meal replacement bar or shake can give you the healthy fuel you need. Also, most meal replacement supplements are fortified with vitamins and minerals which is a far cry from the candy bar. Supplements allow you to get exactly the right amount of calories in your meal as well. Especially, if you are going after a weight loss goal you don't need to eat any extra calories. What should I eat for my 5 small meals? The first answer is the same things you are eating now only cut them in half. You will find that the sugar cravings go away so we automatically start eating less sugar. The goal is to go to the super market thinking about what you want to eat for your meals. If you buy it at the grocery store than you will have it ready when it is time to eat? Liveleantoday.com's diet program creates weekly menus that print out grocery lists to make this process easy. Start eating every 2-3 hours and turn your metabolism into a fat burning machine. I know you might be laughing, not your metabolism. Today if you start eating 5 small meals your body will start to turn over. You will know this is working because you will have more energy than you have ever had before.


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    Monday, August 6, 2007

    Texan Classics Junior Golf Club Set Review

    Texan Classics Junior Golf Club Set

    Package includes: Clubs: Oversized Titanium 3 wood (39"), Oversized Ti-Matrix 5 iron (35"), 7 iron (34"), 9 iron (33"), Putter (32") & longneck headcover. Stand Bag: DELUXE junior bag with double shoulder strap, 3 way divider, 3 exterior pockets, umbrella holder, Velcro glove tab & rain hood. Everything you need for the young player in your house! Graphite Shafts- Junior Flex Soft wrap grips Right Hand for Boys and Girls between 8-13 years of age For kids between 4'6" - 5'1" in height.


    Product Details

    • Amazon Sales Rank: #327 in Sports & Outdoors
    • Brand: Texan Classics

    Features

    • 5-7-9 Irons
    • Putter
    • Stand Bag
    • Graphite Shafts
    The Perfect Set for Any New Junior Golfer