I have heard this is true from a girl I know, and Shaquille O'Neal is supposed to be doing this.  Does it work?
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The only way to increase metabolism is by building up muscle mass, which you’re doing through weight training. You won't be able to increase your metabolism dramatically, but even burning an extra 50 calories each day can add up over time. \nSome people find that eating five or six small meals a day helps to limit hunger and, therefore, calorie intake. Our bodies store any excess calories as fat, so it makes sense not to overeat. \n\nMost of us want to lose weight quickly, but in reality most people lose weight slowly, shedding approximately one or two pounds each month. Instead of expecting rapid weight loss, focus on small goals that are behaviour-related, such as increasing the number of miles you walk and the amount of fruit you eat each day, but decreasing the number of times you eat for emotional reasons instead of hunger. If you make gradual changes like these, the weight will come off in time. Just be patient!
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nope, its cool.\nthats a good way to pick up women.\nmost women LOVE that stuff.
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Maybe you should learn and tell your friends something important: The purpose of basketball is to make baskets and not dribble!\n\nI've never heard of that need to play basketball, it's just silly. If your guys dribble to much then they just suck at playing basketball and you should play elsewhere pal.
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No it doesn't work.  Unless he is chasing you, don't play hard to get.  Nothing in the world is more flattering to me than when a girl dresses sexy, attracts the other men around her, and then only pays attention to me.
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Yes, if you flick the wrist it helps keep your hand straight and that will help with keeping your aim true.  There are several reasons why when you shoot and it doesn't go in - your mechanics might be off, your body isn't squared to the basket, you start your shot too early or too late (mainly the rushing you mentioned) you take your eyes off your target, etc.\n\nThe key is to make sure your body is square to the basket when you're setting up to shoot.  Basically this means that your body is perpendicular to the plane of the rim as you're facing it.  (This doesn't apply for layups and hooks and shots like that, just jump shots.)  Second, when you jump to shoot, always shoot it at the peak of your jump, not when you're about to land or just as you jump.  Wait a split second, when you reach the height of your jump, you should be letting go of the ball.  Third, your arm should be straight up, elbow bent at close to 90 degrees hands cradling the ball before straightening up to shoot, palms do NOT touch the ball, shoot with your fingertips.  Roll the ball off the tips, and flick the wrist (that'll give it that spin, too) to follow through with the shot.  Make sure you put a bit of an arc on it - don't shoot it like a Shaq free throw!  (He throws it straight at the hoop - giving it virtually no chance of going in.  You want an arc; a good arc would be around a 25 degree angle or so.  Check out Jordan's shot or Bird's - or even some of the better 3-pt shooters nowadays, you'll see that arc.)\n\nLastly, PRACTICE!  Practice, practice, practice.  It's the only way to really start nailing your shot.  I should know - I'm 6'7" (thanks to my dad's genes) and I have a great jump shot due to all the time I put into it.
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i think if a girl thinks she could do it and really wants to than, she should. Look at what Anika Sorinstam did for womens golf. I think if they are able, i don't see why not. As far as the guys are better than girls at every sport, thats a bunch of bull. I know i have got my butt whipped by girls in a couple of co-ed sports.
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Hip-hop culture definitely had an amazing affect on the game. It used to be about winning and winning only. Now it's half about just being flashy. It's not necessarily a bad thing though in my opinion. It's part of what makes the game fun to play (if you have skills) and fun to watch. I think black players such as LeBron James don't NEED fundamentals. They're so athletically gifted it really doesn't matter. White players have a tendency to be less athletically gifted. So they have to learn some fundamentals to exploit themselves to their full potential. I'm not trying to be racist but it's true. I don't really think white players are dominating the NBA either I think you might need to rephrase that...
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so this is a way for the people running it to pick up all the chicks and bang em?    or is it so the people running it can pick up the guys and make them gay?\nGirls if you actually want someone to talk to just start with me.
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If you even have to ask such a question, something is wrong... I suspect your opinion of your skills, size, or ability level is inflated\n...I coached high school ball for 8 yrs, and more than once I cut bigger, more talented players in favor of smaller, less skilled kids who ALWAYS tried hard...kids who always try hard are winners on and off the court
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Sure If the NBA likes you calls go for you. ITS FIXED. Don't let anyone else say otherwise.
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Do what she says, If she says it'll help it probably will, we girls dont lie when we say and sugjest things to help a relationship that we really want to workout! Does she seem like she really wants you to be with her? If she does do it, if not then you'll have to figure out what is happening.
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will this really work?
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i was thinking about it but then i decided not to ill just continue running cause it works <3 i think it works i mean rihanna is in shape..so who knows..if you try it GL!
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do either a fake shot pass dribble and or maybe even do a hesitation dribble....that works evertime and then after doing it bust you butt down the court to get a good shot!!!!
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Can he make baskets from everywhere? If he can only shoot from straight on that's great because if you double team him into a corner he won't be able to make many if any from there. In other words keep moving him to where he is uncomfortable. Another thing to look at is his stealing. Is he sloppy? If so, you should be able to draw fouls. Fall if you have to. Just make sure the world knows when you have been hit. What you guys really need to do is work on your game. Stick to the basics. Stay away from the fancy. Your foul shooting is critical. Practice shoot these foul shots every chance you get. Next you have to work on getting the ball in. Practice many different ways to do it so your prepared for anything. Want to draw fouls? Work on your layups. You can get 2 points plus 2 more if you are fouled. Practice your passing. For this game stay away from the bounce pass because it can be easily stolen. More questions? Let me know. Good luck.
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Yes its great. I'm 5'5 and can almost dunk if i could palm the ball better. If he works out in the gym more his jump will be alot better. Let him do squats, calf raises, and other leg strengthners. This is what helped me.
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Yes, only because it's one part of the equation. Hear me out. I used to work with college athletes at a major university - a powerhouse when it comes to basketball (often). I saw some very talented young men go, absolutely nowhere. Why? No discipline. What you said is important - the practice along with the talent. IF the talent is all that's emphasized, there's going to be a  problem.