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The extreme factor

Article Abstract:

Air National Guard pararescue specialist John Spillane, big-wave surfer Laird Hamilton and ultimate fighting champion Frank Shamrock are three examples of athletes who achieved success in their respective fields with their mental toughness. Mental toughness enabled them to overcome the odds and establish their superiority.

Author: O'Connell, Jeff
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1999
Mental health

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Phen-Fen frenzy: is it really a cure-all for obesity?

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Fenfluramine and phentermine are appetite suppressants that increase the metabolism to facilitate the depletion of fatty tissue. The drugs produced side effects in some users such as dizziness and vomiting.

Author: Clive, Teagan
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1997
Physiological aspects, Weight reducing preparations, Anti-obesity agents, Amphetamines

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Athletes & aggression: what makes more and more athletes hurt and kill?

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A study revealed that athletes are becoming more violent in Canada and the US. Athletes' aggression may be the result of cultural factors, a sense of superiority and stress.

Author: Clive, Teagan
Publisher: Weider Publications LLC
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1996
Hostility (Psychology), Hostility

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Subjects list: Psychological aspects, Analysis, Athletes
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