Jack LaLanne, known as the godfather of fitness, can be credited with creating one of the hardest push-up variations on Earth. Sometimes referred to as the LaLanne Fingertip Push-Up, this push-up variation is most commonly called the Superman Push-Up. Lie flat on the ground, extending your...
Planks are a great way to workyour entire core, but the standard move can get a little stale. If you're ready to push your core to be seriously strong, try these seven plank variations — some of the hardest, even if you're a planking expert. We'll be doing these for the final w...
Mastering Extreme Elevation When it comes to hiking,elevation gainis a decisive factor in both the difficulty and allure of a trail. Hikers who challenge the extreme elevations must prepare for temperature swings, altitude sickness, and the mental fortitude required to push to the summit. Mount Hu...
In contrast, for the piano, all you have to do is push a key. Sorry for my rant. Bassoon Bassoons are by far the most difficult instrument to play. Very few people play the bassoon, and finding teachers or help at all is almost impossible unless you live near a university or a big...
We anticipated some push back. In fact we actually finalized writing the week before, but at my request my co-authors agreed to wait until I had the time, energy, and patience to fully listen to the field’s response; there was too much going on the week before (i.e., illness and ...
“We should especially recognize our children’s efforts to push themselves and work hard to achieve a goal,” says Donahue, author of Parenting Without Fear, “One thing to remember is that it’s the process not the end product that matters.” Your son may not be the best basketball ...
How to do it: Speaking of plank variations, this one's a killer. Keep one hand on the ground, the other up in the air. Your feet should both be on the ground, staggered, and your body balanced. Make sure your abs are tight and you're in balance. To make it a little more chall...