Health: Recommended Daily Water Intake

The recommended amount of water you should drink daily is a topic at the center of many heated debates. Many people claim there is an one-size-fits-all prescription to how much water you should drink every day. The most common water prescription says that you should drink 8 glasses per day. However, this statement is entirely false.

The optimal daily water intake is highly individualized and is different for each person. Why? Because various internal and external factors play a role in determining the amount of water you should drink.

7 Factors That Determine Your Daily Water Intake

• Climate
• Altitude
• If you are a woman and are nursing
• If you are sick, have the flu, or healing from any other illness
• How active you are during the day
• Your body-fat percentage
• Your weight

A Better Daily Water Intake Prescription

“Half your body weight in ounces of water” is a good baseline prescription for the amount of water you should drink daily. For example, for a person who weighs 200 pounds, he or she would divide by two. This equals 100. Therefore, for a 200-pound person, the starting point or baseline prescription for water is 100 ounces per day. 

However, please keep in mind this is just a starting point, as you must add in other factors. For example, if you are a bicyclist or avid runner, then you should drink more water. So, start with the baseline prescription. Then listen to your body and increase your daily intake based on what you are feeling. This is the most solid prescription that you can get without going to see a hydration specialist.

Important Health Reasons for Proper Hydration

It is important to maintain an exceptional hydration status for many reasons, including, but certainly not limited to:

• Toxin Removal
• Increased Energy Levels
• Mood Improvement

Other liquids such as tea, coffee, juices and the like do not factor into your hydration status. Only water by itself factors into your hydration status.

Achieving Good Hydration

Do not beat yourself up if you fail to drink 100 ounces of water every day. Just try your hardest. And do your best while remaining aware that what one person may need to stay healthy may be entirely different than what you need. Start at the baseline prescription of drinking half your body weight in ounces. And then listen to your body from there. It will always tell you what you need. 

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NBA: Transfer market got busy. Lakers near deal to sign Brandon Bass, may trade Nick Young

The Lakers are not going in the tank again, not in what could well be Kobe Bryant‘s final season.

They struck out on big-name free agents but are now settling in on a smart strategy (maybe one they should have done from the start) of getting quality players to build the kind of roster base that elite free agents look at and think they could win with. They drafted D’Angelo Russell to go with Julius Randle and Jordan Clarkson, then they have gotten Lou Williams and Roy Hibbert.

The latest Laker addition recent Celtics big man Brandon Bass, reports Marc Spears of Yahoo Sports. The financial terms of Bass’ deal are not yet finalized. He could get the room exception or they may clear some cap space for him. Bass is the definition of solid NBA big man. He averaged 10.6 points and almost five rebounds a game, shooting 50.5 percent He had a PER of 16.3. He will play hard for them.

For the Lakers to sign Williams and Hibbert is going to take clearing out some cap space, which could mean Nick Young will be on the move. The Lakers have tested the trade market for Young for a while, and it’s a smart move now — with Kobe and Williams and Young, all the Lakers jumpers would be contested.

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The NBA Summer League 2015 Spot Platform for Teams' Draft Picks and Young Players

The NBA Summer League is a series of off-season competitions during which National Basketball Association come together to try out different summer rosters instead of their regular season line-ups. The summer leagues will feature teams' draft picks and other young players, as well as undrafted players trying to land a spot with a team, typically consisting of a mix of rookies, younger bench players, and unsigned free agents. The NBA has announced the schedules for the 2015 summer leagues in Las Vegas, Orlando and Utah.

When the 2015 NBA Summer Leagues start, it is everyone’s first glimpse into what is to come for a lot of these players as they embark on their NBA journeys. The NBA Summer League schedule starts on July 4th in Orlando with nine NBA teams participating.

The Las Vegas Summer League is the largest of the three competitions, featuring 24 teams, including one made up of select players from the D-League.

Nine teams will play in the Orlando league, with the Magic splitting into two squads to make an even 10 teams. The host team Orlando Magic will have a split squad (Orlando Blue and Orlando White) with the Brooklyn Nets, Miami Heat, Memphis Grizzlies, Charlotte Hornets, Detroit Pistons, Indiana Pacers, and Los Angeles Clippers, all sending squads to the Magic Kingdom. The Orlando Summer league will last from July 4th thru July 10th and will be televised on NBA TV. These are the match-ups that will be the most intriguing in the upcoming week for the Orlando Summer League that will feature top picks from the 2015 NBA Draft.

The Utah summer league, previously known as the Rocky Mountain Revue, will be played this year for the first time since 2009. Only four teams will play in the four-day Utah event.

Just weeks after facing in the NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers will play on the first day of the Las Vegas Summer League. The first day of action will also likely feature the top two picks in this year's draft, as the Minnesota Timberwolves play the Los Angeles Lakers.


2015 NBA Summer League Participant

Las Vegas Summer League
Atlanta Hawks
Boston Celtics
Brooklyn Nets
Chicago Bulls
Cleveland Cavaliers
Dallas Mavericks
Denver Nuggets
Golden State Warriors
Houston Rockets
Los Angeles Lakers
Miami Heat
Milwaukee Bucks
Minnesota Timberwolves
NBA D-League Ambassadors
New Orleans Pelicans
New York Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers
Phoenix Suns
Portland Trail Blazers
Sacramento Kings
San Antonio Spurs
Toronto Raptors
Utah Jazz
Washington Wizards

Orlando Summer League
Brooklyn Nets
Charlotte Hornets
Detroit Pistons
Indiana Pacers
Los Angeles Clippers
Memphis Grizzlies
Miami Heat
Oklahoma City Thunder
Orlando Magic white
Orlando Magic blue

Utah Jazz Summer League
Utah Jazz
Boston Celtics
Philadelphia 76ers

San Antonio Spurs

Events: East Coast Basketball League (ECBL) 2015 Chapter 1 Terengganu Happening Soon!!

The association Persatuan Akar Umbi Terengganu (PAUT) invites the under your supervision to participate in the 1st East Coast Basketball League this coming August. The tournament will be held at Batas Baru Court Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu. 

Over 200 players participating from all over Terengganu and the east coast such as, Kota Bharu, Kelantan and Kuantan, Pahang will join this year’s event. All teams are guaranteed at least 4 games in around robin competition format, which begins at 8:00pm Thursday, August 27th and will conclude late in the day on Saturday, September 12th 2015. 

This year’s tournament will feature two divisions, which is advision for Under 18 teams and advision for Select/Premier teams. The number of divisions in each age group and their respective levels of play will depend upon the number and types of teams applying and accepted into the tournament. 

The 2015 team entry fee is RM500.00 and another RM200.00 for the attendance/ disciplinary deposit, which will be refunded after the closing ceremony. Payment of the entry fee must be received by July1, 2015 and be tendered by cash or a cash check. 

All teams must register for the tournament and send the completed application print out in with their proof of payment. Please visit our Facebook www.facebook.ecbl.com for additional information.

Detail Of the competition as follows;

Competition Name: EAST COAST BASKETBALL LEAGUE (ECBL) 2015 Chapter 1 TRG
Title Sponsor: GOVERNMENT, PRIVATE & ALUMNI
Organizer: P.A.U.T & RICO LOCO SDN BHD
Location: Batas Baru Court, Kuala Terengganu.
Date: 27th August 2015 @ To be confirmed
Group: Mens Open, 10 - 24 teams
Qualification: 

1. Development Plan - Only open for all Non-Chinese Malaysian (Player that has Malaysia Identity Card), except special invited teams from organizer, which consist of Chinese and Foreign players.
2. Player qualification: A) Player must be Malaysian. B) Team can only have 1 state player (MABA and Agong Cup player).
3. One team can only consist of two (2) Chinese players and only one (1) can be on court at a time. The presence of these imports will spice up the game and elevate the game to greater heights.

Rules: Competition will adopt FIBA 2013 rules.
Schedule: Depend on team participation.

First round - grouping, 5 - 6 teams in 1 group. (Round robin)
Each group Top 4 teams advance to second round.

Team Players: Each team only 12 Players, 1 Coach and 1 Team Manager. Players and coach are not allowed to join 2 team at the same time.

Entries Due Date: Before 1st July 2015.
Entry Fees: RM500.00
Deposit: RM300 (*Rules and regulation terms apply)
Contact Mohd Hanif Halim: 016-916 6116
Wan Muhammad Hanafi: 011 1783 5570

Prize: 
Champion: RM900, Trophy and medal
1st Runner Up: RM700 Trophy and medal
2nd Runner Up: RM500 Trophy and medal
4th Place: Trophy and medal
MVP: Throphy
Correspondence email: mohdhanif265@gmail.com

Rules and Regulation

1. Team that unable to comply and follow the rules, resulted in lag of information, unreasonable walk over game, fighting, stop and leave during game running, challenging organizer final decision, may result in deposit forfeit and the team will not be allowed to continue the rest of the game in this championship.
2. Any false information regarding player qualification may result in full deposit forfeit: Example: More than One qualify state player in team, if were found out by the organizer, will forfeit the team qualification)
3. Substitution of team players should notify organizer before first match start, after first match, changing of any players will not be attended.
4. All players must submit photo. (Digital form acceptable.)
5. Entry fees and deposit shall be submitted before due date. Any submitting after due date will not be attend.
6. Any accident or injury that happen throughout the competition, organizer will not take any responsibility and attend any claims.
7. Organizer does not provide any third party insurance for this championship.
8. In the event of not enough team taking part to form a group in competition, all fee that already collected will be return.
9. Organizer remains the right to revise or make any future changers throughout the championship.

Basketball Outfit: Nike Zoom Hyperfuse 2012 Volt/Gorge Green

Having a great fit is one of the single most important things for me in a hoops shoe. If I feel secure, I have the confidence to push myself that much harder. That doesn’t necessarily mean I’ll play better, but it does mean that I won’t be worrying about my foot sliding around while I should be worrying about who I’m guarding. But the story of the Hyperfuse isn’t about fit. It’s about the new construction technique, the weight reduction and the breathability. Those elements work in conjunction to produce a shoe that fits so well though, that fit steals the show.

Hyperfuse is a shoe with about as generally shaped of an upper as you can get. If you’ve ever laced a pair up tight though, you’ve probably noticed that the thin canvas upper actually forms to the foot very well, regardless of the unique shape of your foot. It doesn’t have the strength and support necessary to perform to the standards of modern basketball footwear, but the fit is dead on.

Rather than sewing and gluing layers of leathers and synthetic leathers, the fuse process bonds three much lighter and thinner layers together to create a single unit that makes up the entire upper. First, a synthetic base layer provides support in strategic areas to contain the foot – not unlike the thought behind Huarache-based shoes. Next, a mesh layer holds all of the pieces together, and provides large windows of breathability. And finally, a skin layer provides abrasion protection in key locations on the outside of the shoe. Along with some carefully placed foam in the collar (which provides solid heel lockdown), the layers are then bonded together to create a unibody upper, which also results in zero harsh seams along the underside, a common result of stitched sneakers.

One major area of note is the shoe’s width. My feet are slightly on the wide side (not enough to be a frequent issue), and the Hyperfuse felt very narrow. If you can’t try these on before buying, sizing up may be a good option.

The exceptional fit alone would have made the Hyperfuse a standout. That it’s been achieved as a result of a new construction method (which also makes great progress in the weight and breathability departments) makes future iterations even more exciting.

Grade Justification:

Comfort & fit: The fused upper fits like a glove, and the lack of traditional seems makes the interior smooth and soft.

Cushioning: Forefoot Zoom Air is a positive thing every time. The Phylon-based heel is a notch behind, but still provided a perfectly adequate level of impact protection on landings.
Ankle support: The collar padding is well-shaped, and combined with the overall fit, make for a secure shoe.
Breathability: It’s not on the level of the most breathable running shoes, but it’s about as good as I’ve felt on a hoops shoe. Tough to find breathability in a hoops shoe with this much support.
Heel-to-toe transition: The entire shoe is flexible and smooth, though midfoot support may be too flexible.
Traction: Excellent on a clean court as well as dusty courts.
Weight: They feel light on the foot. Pretty straightforward.


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Health: Nutrition for Height Growth

Height is not mandatory requirement in the game of basketball, but with good body high will give you advantages against your opponent. And its certainly not involve hanging in pull bar for hours. In addition to a balanced diet for health, there are specific nutritional requirements for height growth. Height is largely determined by genetics, but to achieve maximum height growth, you have to have healthy bone structure. An essential mix of protein, vitamins and minerals can help you achieve maximum growth.

Protein

A study led by Catherine Berkey at Harvard University showed that dairy protein is especially beneficial for height growth. The research followed the growth of more than 5,000 girls and showed that their eventual adult height was linked to the amount of dairy products they ate during adolescence, with those who ate more milk and dairy protein becoming taller adults.

Vitamin C

One of the key vitamins for height growth is vitamin C, which is an important component for bone growth, according to the National Space Biomedical Research Institute. It is critical for growth and repair of not only bone but also connective tissue, such as tendons and ligaments that support the skeleton. To get plenty of vitamin C, eat fresh fruits and vegetables, such as citrus fruits, and avoid smoking, which depletes vitamin C levels.

Beta Carotene

Found in foods such as green plants, carrots, sweet potatoes, squash, spinach, apricots and green peppers, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, beta carotene is an essential vitamin for bone growth because it is converted to vitamin A, which helps maintain normal growth and bone development. Vegetables such as carrots, squash and spinach are especially rich in vitamin A, and most milk is supplemented with it.

Vitamin D

According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, vitamin D is needed for bone growth and bone remodeling. Vitamin D deficiencies cause bones to become thin, brittle or misshapen. The best way to get vitamin D for height growth is from short, regular sun exposure -- being careful not to burn. However, supplements such as cod liver oil can boost your vitamin D if you live in a cloudy climate and during the winter.

Calcium

A South Dakota State University study on the relationship between bone growth and exercise in children showed that children with higher calcium intake had more bone growth than those who had lower calcium levels. Your body needs calcium throughout your life to build and maintain bone levels, so make calcium-rich foods such as dairy, sardines and leafy greens like spinach, a part of your diet for height growth.

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Basketball Tips: The Must-Have Requirements of Every Point Guard

The point guard position is the most important position on a basketball court. They are required to do many things in the game of basketball that are very different to the other four positions on the court. While the other 4 positions are mainly focused on putting the ball in the hoop, the point guard must have a different, more team focused mentality.

They must lead the team

The point guard is the extension of the coach on the court. They’re the ones that direct the team and decide which plays the team is going to run. The point guard position is the equivalent of the quarterback in football. This includes providing encouragement to team-mates and pumping them up before the game. There’s nothing better than team-mates slapping high-fives and shouting words of encouragement at each other. The point guard must be the one that initiates this.

They must have a team-first attitude

As soon as your point guard cares more about his own stats than the teams win/loss record, you’re in trouble. It would be easy for a point guard to dribble down the floor and call the play that will create a scoring opportunity for themselves, but a point guard shouldn’t care about who scores. The point guards only goal on each possession should be to provide the team with the best opportunity to score. Irrelevant of who is the one shooting the basketball or getting credited with the assist on the play.

They must be able to control the ball

The point guard has a lot of things on his mind during the first 8 seconds of an offensive possession. He needs to get the ball down the court with his head up, read the defense, decide on the best play to run depending on the opposing defense, and get his team-mates in the correct positions. This leaves little time to worry about if you’re going to lose the ball or how you’re going to get by your defender. Which is why dribbling and ball-control skills are extremely important to have if you’re a point guard.

They must have a high basketball IQ

The point guard dictates everything that happens on the offensive end of the floor. This requires the point guard to have a high basketball IQ in order to control the tempo and also to read the opposing defense and know which play will give you the best opportunity to score.

They must know where everyone should be during set plays

If your point guard knows where everyone should be on every play it will give them the ability to decide and run the best plays that will exploit the mismatches, or give the person with the hot hand a scoring opportunity.

They must have great passing skills

This one’s obvious. The main requirement of the point guard is to distribute the ball to his team-mates in positions that give them the opportunity to score. This often means tough passes off of a pick-and-roll or being able to get the ball to the post-players on the block. Great passing skills are essential for all point guards.

They must know their team-mates strengths and weaknesses

Again, this comes back to being able to exploit the defense depending on mismatches. The point guard must be able to utilize the strengths and weaknesses of his or her team-mates. They need to be able to notice if a certain player has an advantage in the post or off the dribble to call the right play accordingly.

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