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Thursday, June 5, 2008

The Top 10 Greatest Classic Arcade Games of All Time

...eo game that even your grandmother heard of.

No. 9) Donkey Kong- Introduced the world to Mario. That alone should make it an institution.

No. 8) Burgertime- The song by itself was worth the quarter it cost to play.

No. 7) Ghosts N Goblins- A game way ahead of its time. Added ambiance to the world of gaming.

No. 6) Outrun- The original car game. There's been car games before and since. But this one is king. It has yet to be duplicated.

No. 5) Road Blasters- What's better than a driving game? A driving game where you can shoot cars.

No. 4) Track and Field...more

Hottest Toys and games Of 2007

...our TV screen. It magnifies objects up to 200 times, so you can point it at just about anything and see even the tiniest details, including bugs, fabric, hair, food, and even your own skin.

Monopoly Here and Now Edition

While few families don't have a Monopoly game in their home, this isn't the classic version most people have. This is a completely updated version with new game pieces and new properties. Gone are the 4 railroads and in their place are major US airports. Gone are the utilities, they are replaced by cell phone and Internet companies. Gone are the shoe, old car and hat, all replaced by pieces like a jumbo jet, coffee mug and cell phone. In this Monopoly edition, the prices are all updated too, where Baltic Avenue used to be just $60, it's replacement, Texas Stadium is now $600,000. Sound like too much change? You'll be glad to know that the original Monopoly is still available.

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This digital camera made...more

Top 10 Reasons Why The wii Console System Will Make A Great Christmas Gift

...tendo 64. Anyone who has a retro urge can download their favorite classics at the convenience of his or her home. But the downloads do not stop there. There are now services where a wii owner can now download movies and favorite television shows. Think of the wii as the next dvr for the TV.

6. Online playability - The wii console has a service that allows players to create an avatar and use that avatar to play games like wii Sports. The Mii allows people from all over the planet to design a persona to interact live with users in the online space. Just imagine making new friends and playing them anytime throughout the world.

7. Slim Box - The wii console has a sleek and architectural design that doesn't take up much space. With the dimensions of 44 mm ( 1.73") w, 157 mm ( 6.18") tall and 215.4 mm (8.48") deep, the wii is the smallest console ever since the inception of Nintendo. Moreover, the wii is the smallest of the next generation consoles including Play Station 3 and Xbox...more

My First Ever Console - NES with Super Mario Bros & Duck Hunt

...igh you touched the pole by jumping at the right distance and speed.

The levels got progressively more difficult as you made your way through the game. You were also able to find secret hidden areas and items that would allow you jump ahead in the game to further levels. Overall I would say that this is my favorite game of all time and still has great replay value.

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Reduce Neck and Shoulder Tension - Four Simple Yoga Practices to Reduce Neck Pain

...If you are feeling stressed, anxious or tired, you may experience tension headaches, neck pain or discomfort. The practice of yoga is the ideal way to learn how to naturally enhance your physical health and emotional well-being. The following simple yoga stretches and breathing exercise will help to ease stiffness and tension in your neck, shoulders and upper back muscles.

As with any form of exercise, please exercise caution, respect and patience for your body and consult your GP before you embark on an exercise programme.

-Lower your head to your chest, breath in as you lift your head to look forward, then breathe out as you lower your head backwards. Repeat 3 - 7 time...more

Yoga for Beginners: How to Take those First Steps into Yoga

...t, that are performed in a synchronized motion with emphasis on rhythmic breathing. They mildly exercise the arms and legs and are often recommended for obesity, depression and fitness. Friends, several martial Artists, Indian and African Wrestlers perform tons of rounds of these exercises alone, so in learning yoga, for beginners, this will be a guaranteed must-know.

The Shoulder stand:

Dont be intimidated by the name at all. Even for a beginner, this yoga pose is a piece of cake, really. It is actually a very important pose though, arguably the most important as its Sanskrit name (Savangasana) actually means the all members or all limbs pose, meaning it affects all parts of the body. As a beginner, be aware that some poses (such as this one) do have specific counter poses, so if youre taking a Yoga for beginner class or learning from a DVD, make sure you are taught these poses to counter-act and balance the effects of the Shoulder-stand pose on the body, these are the Bridge and fish poses. Heres a hint or ratio to adhere to in their combined execution: 6:1:2 , meaning the bridge and fish poses should be held for a sixth and third of the time you spend in the Shoulder-stand Pose respectively.

The Corpse Pose:

Youve got to learn this Yoga Pose as a beginner. It is the relaxation pose that is usually executed during and after your session as a means of relaxing the muscles used for your yoga exercise. At the end of a session, it is usuall...more

Yoga Mats

... mat is the only investment for yoga; in fact, it is an absolute necessity. Yoga mats are now available in several models, patterns, styles, fabrics and textures. Traditional mats were made of cotton or jute, but these days, many other materials are being used for yoga mats. The main aspects to be considered while buying a yoga mat are: the durability, the comfort, weight and ability to fold. A major essential element in a yoga mat is its ability to grip the floor so that the user does not slip or slide on the floor during the posture. Yoga mats are generally 4-5mm thick, since these m...more

Understanding the Benefits of Yoga

...function productively and respond positively to internal and external stimuli.

* Enhanced Self-awareness

Before practitioners got into yoga, they were probably experiencing body or mental pain and discomfort due to various reasons. Those who practise yoga are usually able to recognize problems in their body and mind before they can even cause problems. Early recognition allows prompt correction. One, for example, can quickly correct bad posture to avoid back pain.

* A Powerful Stress Reliever

Among the most crucial benefits of yoga is stress management. The meditative techniques in yoga helps a person relax and view life and stressors differently. Yoga encourages people to focus and concentrate on the exercise or technique, thereby pushing stress away. Practitioner...more

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