http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 12:30:50 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Fitness-Tips/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/UGNN/GOW47I15/F55UGNNGOW47I15.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/UGNN/GOW47I15/F55UGNNGOW47I15.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F55/UGNN/GOW47I15/F55UGNNGOW47I15.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Check out these Easy Fitness Tips to get you in gear this summer!  Whether you're trying to bulk up, slim down, or just get moving, we've got you covered.  Learn how to do a variety of push-ups, outdoor pull-ups, train for marathons and more.  All projects come from Instructables.com, are written by...
By: scoochmaroo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:11:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Drain-Your-Subungual-Hematoma-blood-pocke/
How To Drain Your Subungual Hematoma (blood pocket under finger-nail) with a Drill Bit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/AXR2/H173JNV2/FNFAXR2H173JNV2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/AXR2/H173JNV2/FNFAXR2H173JNV2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNF/AXR2/H173JNV2/FNFAXR2H173JNV2.SMALL.jpg dannyTechShopSF Have you ever smashed your finger in something and immediately get a black finger nail?  Well along with that sweet Hot Topic look comes a throbbing pain that, even for those with high pain thresholds, can be unbearable. It's hard to even sleep with this kind of pain! So, the best thing to do is dra...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:22:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Kids-Eye-Patch-to-be-used-with-glasses/
Kids Eye Patch (to be used with glasses) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/A86Y/H159RQU9/F17A86YH159RQU9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/A86Y/H159RQU9/F17A86YH159RQU9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/A86Y/H159RQU9/F17A86YH159RQU9.SMALL.jpg Otterella Needing to wear an eyepatch to correct vision trouble can be a bummer for a kid.  A custom eyepatch in their favorite color and design, you can make it a lot more fun, and you can make one for a fraction of the cost of buying a custom made one. You will need: Felt or fleece (you can get 8x11 sheets...
By: Otterella

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:08:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Wash-Your-Hands-Properly-Or-Teach-Others-H/
How to Wash Your Hands Properly (Or Teach Others Hand Washing) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/J7Y4/H0P1KP9D/FF4J7Y4H0P1KP9D.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/J7Y4/H0P1KP9D/FF4J7Y4H0P1KP9D.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF4/J7Y4/H0P1KP9D/FF4J7Y4H0P1KP9D.SMALL.jpg OUTFOX *On the surface Hand Washing seems simple, but doing it improperly can recontaminate your hands and leave you vulnerable to illness and disease. Hand washing, as deemed by the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention), is the single best way to avoid infection.  Hand washing helps break up ge...
By: OUTFOX

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 8 Apr 2012 23:15:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Relaxation-Sachets/
Relaxation Sachets - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/L1FH/H0KL7SYW/FE8L1FHH0KL7SYW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/L1FH/H0KL7SYW/FE8L1FHH0KL7SYW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE8/L1FH/H0KL7SYW/FE8L1FHH0KL7SYW.SMALL.jpg effiesque I've been making these for years, for friends, family and myself . They can be as big as you want, or as little as you want, I generally make them little and pocket sized. They can be kept in with your pillow, or kept in your pocket. I find them very useful everyday, especially during a recent stay...
By: effiesque

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 13:41:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Remove-Gloves-Personal-Protective-Equipmen/
How to Remove Gloves (Personal Protective Equipment) Without Spreading Germs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4X/2G0S/H0A001SP/F4X2G0SH0A001SP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4X/2G0S/H0A001SP/F4X2G0SH0A001SP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4X/2G0S/H0A001SP/F4X2G0SH0A001SP.SMALL.jpg OUTFOX Gloves are to be worn in many situations, industries, tasks and so forth.  It doesn't matter whether you are a health services employee, teacher, food service worker or work behind a desk.  Gloves help protect us from the substances, germs, chemicals and other harmful materials.  However, personal ...
By: OUTFOX

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 23:37:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lavender-Bath-Salts/
Lavender Bath Salts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ5/4WNE/GZHJVXXK/FQ54WNEGZHJVXXK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ5/4WNE/GZHJVXXK/FQ54WNEGZHJVXXK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ5/4WNE/GZHJVXXK/FQ54WNEGZHJVXXK.SMALL.jpg sunshiine Living in the Southwest can be very drying to the skin.  I discovered the benefits of bath salts;  which heals dry skin and is a remedy for reducing pain associated with arthritis. Bath salts helps to remove toxins from the body and contains magnesium which is best absorbed through the skin.  Minera...
By: sunshiine

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Mar 2012 00:30:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Medium-Chain-Triglycerides-MCT-oil-Nutritional-C/
Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT) oil Nutritional Chocolates Recipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/XPA3/GZACQDEY/FBFXPA3GZACQDEY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/XPA3/GZACQDEY/FBFXPA3GZACQDEY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBF/XPA3/GZACQDEY/FBFXPA3GZACQDEY.SMALL.jpg robbtoberfest After lots of antibiotics for several infections, I needed some healing supplements to help rebuild my brain and circulatory system. My doctor prescribed Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT) oil and coconut oil three times a day; this was a little too much like eating liquid butter; so I added some choc...
By: robbtoberfest

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Mar 2012 13:37:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Give-up-Corn-Syrup-for-Lent/
Give up Corn Syrup for Lent! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/RAGI/GYQESLI8/FWZRAGIGYQESLI8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/RAGI/GYQESLI8/FWZRAGIGYQESLI8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/RAGI/GYQESLI8/FWZRAGIGYQESLI8.SMALL.jpg bennelson Instead of telling you how to do something, this Instructables is about how NOT to. How NOT to eat corn syrup. And not just for a day or two either, we're talking 40+ days here. A few years ago, I decided to give up Corn Syrup for Lent. Since it's that time of year again, I thought I'd share what I...
By: bennelson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:22:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Lavender-Sea-Salt-Scrub/
Lavender Sea Salt Scrub - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/DUE1/GX22TFXG/FNQDUE1GX22TFXG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/DUE1/GX22TFXG/FNQDUE1GX22TFXG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/DUE1/GX22TFXG/FNQDUE1GX22TFXG.SMALL.jpg CentsationalGirl Lavender essential oil is one of the favorite scents in the universe, and sea salt is naturally exfoliating.  Combine the two with unscented body oil to make your own aromatherapy! Gather Ingredients To make your own, first equip yourself with some decent containers. Canning jars, old jelly ...
By: CentsationalGirl

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Jan 2012 15:29:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Wooden-Olympic-Gymnastic-Crossfit-rings/
DIY Wooden Olympic / Gymnastic / Crossfit rings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/L9B4/GW8985WS/FHUL9B4GW8985WS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/L9B4/GW8985WS/FHUL9B4GW8985WS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHU/L9B4/GW8985WS/FHUL9B4GW8985WS.SMALL.jpg marcomolo Make a handy set of Olympic rings for your home gym or bring them with you while travelling to get a quick Crossfit WOD in anywhere. You Will Need: - Plywood ( I used 18mm Marine-ply and glued 2 sheets together to make 36mm. The finished thickness of the rings should be            28mm) To make ...
By: marcomolo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2011 05:25:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Dressing-for-Minnesota-Winter-Running/
Dressing for (Minnesota) Winter Running - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/PMJW/GVRX58DI/FB3PMJWGVRX58DI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/PMJW/GVRX58DI/FB3PMJWGVRX58DI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB3/PMJW/GVRX58DI/FB3PMJWGVRX58DI.SMALL.jpg Great Wight Ninja Because I believe that innovation really lies in the hands of tinkerers, I have been wanting to find a subject I thought I could present without simply providing a remix of an existing Instructable. Thanks to Smoochmaroo's Stay Warm challenge Dec 2011, I think I have finally found that topic. I real...
By: Great Wight Ninja

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Dec 2011 10:20:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Scoochmaroo-Challenge-Stay-Warm/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/F5H8/GVSACSEP/FCTF5H8GVSACSEP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/F5H8/GVSACSEP/FCTF5H8GVSACSEP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCT/F5H8/GVSACSEP/FCTF5H8GVSACSEP.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo   Follow Me to hear about all of the Scoochmaroo Challenges. This Week's Challenge: Stay Warm!   Everyone did an amazing job this week!  There were so many great entries; it was a very difficult decision.  Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to everybody for entering! ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Dec 2011 11:42:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Plastic-Clip/
Simple Plastic Clip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/WFP7/GVBCZYKV/FQ3WFP7GVBCZYKV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/WFP7/GVBCZYKV/FQ3WFP7GVBCZYKV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ3/WFP7/GVBCZYKV/FQ3WFP7GVBCZYKV.SMALL.jpg MagnusBombus A simple replacement plastic clip for an insulin pump pouch. The pouch and clip are rather expensive to buy, the lady who the item was for was happy to sew her own pouch but needed a quick way to make the plastic part that clips on to a bra strap The cloth pouch is worn under the clothing and holds...
By: MagnusBombus

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:05:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pant-Leg-Kettle-Style-Weight/
Pant Leg Kettle Style Weight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/7VZZ/GV1HFIII/F7L7VZZGV1HFIII.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/7VZZ/GV1HFIII/F7L7VZZGV1HFIII.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/7VZZ/GV1HFIII/F7L7VZZGV1HFIII.SMALL.jpg edwardlarson I hate throwing away old pants, so one day I was thinking about what to do with a pair that had just gotten to small. What you will need: Pair of  denim pants About 2 to 3 feet of webbing About 8 inches 1/2 inch PVC Weight (most anything would work, sand, wheat, beans, etc.) Good pair of Scissors...
By: edwardlarson

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:11:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-do-a-Tripod-Headstand/
How to do a Tripod Headstand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/RWXY/GUVTYIQB/FMJRWXYGUVTYIQB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/RWXY/GUVTYIQB/FMJRWXYGUVTYIQB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/RWXY/GUVTYIQB/FMJRWXYGUVTYIQB.SMALL.jpg carmesan How to do a Tripod Headstand Practicing headstands promotes balance, good posture and improves circulation. Make sure you are feeling rested when you decide to try the headstand. If you have never done a headstand before, you should try this against a bare wall (no pictures, etc.) and make room in...
By: carmesan

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 05:19:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Duct-Tape-Adjustable-Weight-Vest/
Duct Tape Adjustable Weight Vest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/C0W2/GF06MHGP/F3BC0W2GF06MHGP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/C0W2/GF06MHGP/F3BC0W2GF06MHGP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3B/C0W2/GF06MHGP/F3BC0W2GF06MHGP.SMALL.jpg papablest While preparing for my sons' next track and field event, I felt we needed a edge; strength training. First I looked online for vests but found them to be either really expensive or not made for children. The one's I did find for children were the Sensory Integration weighted vest for kids with D.I.S...
By: papablest

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Oct 2010 19:22:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Japanese-bamboo-stilts/
Japanese bamboo stilts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/MMR7/GQYGKQWZ/FZFMMR7GQYGKQWZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/MMR7/GQYGKQWZ/FZFMMR7GQYGKQWZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZF/MMR7/GQYGKQWZ/FZFMMR7GQYGKQWZ.SMALL.jpg arpruss Takeuma are Japanese bamboo stilts.  Apparently the word means "bamboo horse".  The ones I made are mainly made from bamboo with softwood footrests fastened with glue-impregnated jute twine.   I made these for my kids, then aged six and eight, but they are strong enough to hold a 206 pound, six-foo...
By: arpruss

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Aug 2011 17:49:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Prostate-cancer-awareness-sculpture/
Prostate cancer awareness sculpture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/KVY6/GQVYPY27/FW1KVY6GQVYPY27.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/KVY6/GQVYPY27/FW1KVY6GQVYPY27.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW1/KVY6/GQVYPY27/FW1KVY6GQVYPY27.SMALL.jpg PenfoldPlant This is a piece of public art designed to raise awareness of prostate cancer in a playful and slightly shocking manner. The hand is posed as if ready to perform a gentle digital rectal examination on an unsuspecting member of the public who accidentally sits down on it. Prostate cancer is a common ...
By: PenfoldPlant

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 3 Aug 2011 17:40:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Improve-strength-tone-muscle-and-increase-flexib/
Improve strength, tone muscle, and increase flexibility + explosiveness: Dual-Handle Weight Bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/QZM1/GP7IIDJF/FIJQZM1GP7IIDJF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/QZM1/GP7IIDJF/FIJQZM1GP7IIDJF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIJ/QZM1/GP7IIDJF/FIJQZM1GP7IIDJF.SMALL.jpg butterbeans When shaping up, people usually take a three-headed approach: increasing strength, raising basal metabolic rate (BMR), and changing diet. Increasing strength can be accomplished through resistance training with free weights; raising BMR through cardio. But equally important  This Instructable will o...
By: butterbeans

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Jul 2011 23:12:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Adjustable-TRX-style-Suspension-Work-Out-System-/
Adjustable TRX-style Suspension Work Out System - Less than $20 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/UGW1/GQB4XFHC/FC0UGW1GQB4XFHC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/UGW1/GQB4XFHC/FC0UGW1GQB4XFHC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/UGW1/GQB4XFHC/FC0UGW1GQB4XFHC.SMALL.jpg FryGuy2086 I have been working out a fair amount in my garage but was having a hard time working out my back. I was inspired by this  instructable as well as the TRX website.  The TRX suspension system is very versatile and can be used for a wide range of exercises, but is really expensive. The other instructa...
By: FryGuy2086

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:53:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-rowing-machine/
DIY rowing machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/DOTR/GQB4XD54/FGFDOTRGQB4XD54.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/DOTR/GQB4XD54/FGFDOTRGQB4XD54.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGF/DOTR/GQB4XD54/FGFDOTRGQB4XD54.SMALL.jpg HHarry The rowing machine is one of the less familiar fitness machines for cardiovascular training. Exercisers seem more likely to opt for the famous treadmill or the exercise bike. Nevertheless the rowing machine is as well and maybe even better than other fitness machines. On a rowing machine you stren...
By: HHarry

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Jul 2011 09:47:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Monster-Truck-Tire-Workout/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/SAEV/GP7IHRMR/FE6SAEVGP7IHRMR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/SAEV/GP7IHRMR/FE6SAEVGP7IHRMR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE6/SAEV/GP7IHRMR/FE6SAEVGP7IHRMR.SMALL.jpg BMFJ Here's how to do a Monster Truck Tire workout. My friend and fitness instructor, Dayhanna, teaches: How to get a Monster Truck Tire (for free or really cheap), Tire Flips, Tire Box Jumps, Tire Burpee Jumps, and Tire Coordination Drills. You should do each exercise 15 times, which will equal 1 round....
By: BMFJ

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Jul 2011 12:50:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Pushup-Machine/
Pushup Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/P3TV/GQ22D83S/FEKP3TVGQ22D83S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/P3TV/GQ22D83S/FEKP3TVGQ22D83S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEK/P3TV/GQ22D83S/FEKP3TVGQ22D83S.SMALL.jpg splazem A lot of people make the same excuse for not working out and getting in shape, "I need those machines, but they are way too expensive!" And that's true, those home gym machines are easily over a two thousand dollars (sometimes even more), and that's a lot of money. What most people don't understand ...
By: splazem

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 21:06:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-hand-grip/
DIY hand grip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/OPVO/GQ4UHAEM/FI1OPVOGQ4UHAEM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/OPVO/GQ4UHAEM/FI1OPVOGQ4UHAEM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/OPVO/GQ4UHAEM/FI1OPVOGQ4UHAEM.SMALL.jpg HHarry Strong hands make powerful exercise possible.  If you are lifting heavy weights its necessary that your hands, wrists and forearms can take the weight. Wrist wraps are often used to enlarge the grip on bars and handles. The grip force is rarely trained separately. Nevertheless it is important to...
By: HHarry

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:28:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Lose-100-Pounds-and-Keep-it-Off-For-Life/
How to Lose 100+ Pounds and Keep it Off For Life - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/NWO9/GPVEN9JU/F6LNWO9GPVEN9JU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/NWO9/GPVEN9JU/F6LNWO9GPVEN9JU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6L/NWO9/GPVEN9JU/F6LNWO9GPVEN9JU.SMALL.jpg miss_ali1984 Several years ago, I decided that my life had to change.  I was very overweight, completely sedentary, and ashamed of what I had allowed myself to become.  I had been on so many diets throughout my life and had always gained the weight back.  This time it was worse than ever.  100 pounds to lose.  I...
By: miss_ali1984

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Jul 2011 18:30:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Running-Chariot-Trainer/
Running Chariot Trainer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/4ILS/GPVF27MV/FI44ILSGPVF27MV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/4ILS/GPVF27MV/FI44ILSGPVF27MV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/4ILS/GPVF27MV/FI44ILSGPVF27MV.SMALL.jpg mikeandre My son, Zach, and I were discussing possible projects for the Instructables Fitness Challenge.  As a baseball player, Zach does a lot of physical conditioning.  A strenuous exercise that he does for baseball conditioning is pulling a weight attached behind him with a band of rubber while running.  W...
By: mikeandre

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Jul 2011 16:16:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Meditation-Bench/
How to Make a Meditation Bench - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7G/8D9J/GP2DMI1K/F7G8D9JGP2DMI1K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7G/8D9J/GP2DMI1K/F7G8D9JGP2DMI1K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7G/8D9J/GP2DMI1K/F7G8D9JGP2DMI1K.SMALL.jpg uferlos Meditation benches can be costly, and the pleasure of building your own bench for meditation can be a fun and fulfilling process.  These are instructions for a rocking meditation bench, which allows the kneeler to adjust the amount of lean the bench has at any given time.  This has been the style th...
By: uferlos

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Jul 2011 00:06:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/T-Handle-Kettlebell/
T-Handle Kettlebell - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/4D5M/GP6ZJNCK/F294D5MGP6ZJNCK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/4D5M/GP6ZJNCK/F294D5MGP6ZJNCK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F29/4D5M/GP6ZJNCK/F294D5MGP6ZJNCK.SMALL.jpg wilgubeast The Kettlebell swing is an awesome exercise for improving overall fitness, strength, and endurance.  The only problem?  Kettlebells are expensive and not particularly portable.  There has been a high barrier to entry into the wide, wonderful world of kettlebell swinging.  Until now. There's an easi...
By: wilgubeast

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:21:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Collegiate-Exercise-Dorm-Room-Fitness/
[Collegiate Exercise] Dorm Room Fitness - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/85RY/GPBDG81Y/FPR85RYGPBDG81Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/85RY/GPBDG81Y/FPR85RYGPBDG81Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPR/85RY/GPBDG81Y/FPR85RYGPBDG81Y.SMALL.jpg Brennn10 In the midst of homework, exams, parties, and other college distractions, finding time to hit the gym can be difficult.  I've compiled a set of exercises that you can do from your dorm room.  For just twenty minutes a day, you will see results from these simple exercises! Keep in mind that is is i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:24:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Balance-Board/
Balance Board - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/KFZJ/GP7IS4I7/FO8KFZJGP7IS4I7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/KFZJ/GP7IS4I7/FO8KFZJGP7IS4I7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO8/KFZJ/GP7IS4I7/FO8KFZJGP7IS4I7.SMALL.jpg RcubedplusA A  balance/wobble board is a good way to improve balance, as well as stretch and strengthen ankles. It's also a great and fun way for small kids to develop their motor skills. Here are some ideas: Wobble forward and backward or side to side. Try with your eyes closed. Stand on one leg. (carefully!)...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Jun 2011 20:09:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Garden-Pull-Upchin-up-Bar/
Garden Pull-Up/chin-up Bar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/LARH/GOPIM77C/FOVLARHGOPIM77C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/LARH/GOPIM77C/FOVLARHGOPIM77C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOV/LARH/GOPIM77C/FOVLARHGOPIM77C.SMALL.jpg HHarry Build your own pull-up/chin-up bar whit common materials in less than an hour.   Materials needed: Two wooden beams (180 cm). Two iron pins attachable to the wooden beams Eight hex screws Approximately one meter galvanized pipe Two end fittings for the pipe  Tools needed: Ratch...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 Jun 2011 09:05:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Planning-A-Spa-Brunch-for-a-quiet-relaxing-day/
Planning A Spa Brunch for a quiet relaxing day! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/9RCV/GO6V9RQQ/FTD9RCVGO6V9RQQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/9RCV/GO6V9RQQ/FTD9RCVGO6V9RQQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTD/9RCV/GO6V9RQQ/FTD9RCVGO6V9RQQ.SMALL.jpg sunshiine This morning I was working on my brunch menu for this entry and my brother stopped by. I am mentioning this because of an unexpected reaction from him. I had made the Cucumber and Lemon water and offered him a glass. He looked at the water and exclaimed Thank You! He said: Wow this is great! He th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 May 2011 17:05:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Sleepy-Time-Smoothie/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/K3YS/GO14QWWB/FCDK3YSGO14QWWB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/K3YS/GO14QWWB/FCDK3YSGO14QWWB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/K3YS/GO14QWWB/FCDK3YSGO14QWWB.SMALL.jpg bajablue My husband woke up coughing and a little feverish this morning.  UGH... a darn COLD!  I knew I'd need to set aside my chores and make the long drive to town to buy him some Nyquil.  On the way,  it dawned on me to use the Nyquil and a few more ingredients to turn that nasty-tasting wonder-elixer int...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 May 2011 15:03:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-do-a-simple-Push-up-Matrix/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/98JL/GL4Z4YAS/FLF98JLGL4Z4YAS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/98JL/GL4Z4YAS/FLF98JLGL4Z4YAS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLF/98JL/GL4Z4YAS/FLF98JLGL4Z4YAS.SMALL.jpg ReactMethod.com I have been a strength and condition coach for a long time and i decided to give back to my community by posting some exercise videos! I really love the idea of Instructables.com, so that why all of my videos will be featured here! So with that being said, is everyone ready to train some chest? If s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:58:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-do-a-proper-back-squat/
How to do a proper back squat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/Q6LH/GKI1OX2T/FO9Q6LHGKI1OX2T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/Q6LH/GKI1OX2T/FO9Q6LHGKI1OX2T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO9/Q6LH/GKI1OX2T/FO9Q6LHGKI1OX2T.SMALL.jpg srobert5 To perfect a back squat you must start with the least amount of weight as possible. If you stack on too much weight, you are likely to hurt yourself and then you really want to doing any working out. In my Instructables I will only be showing you the "form" of a back squat therefore, I will not be ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:13:29 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Insulin-Pump-Garter/
Insulin Pump Garter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/HWH3/F341W3OP/FIZHWH3F341W3OP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/HWH3/F341W3OP/FIZHWH3F341W3OP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIZ/HWH3/F341W3OP/FIZHWH3F341W3OP.SMALL.jpg kimchal This instructable shows you how to make a quick and easy insulin pump garter or "leg band." These are sold by insulin pump manufacturers, but often, they are hideous, scratchy, bulky, or only come in patterns for kids (baseball motifs, rainbow crayons, etc). I wanted to make one for myself that wa...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jun 2007 21:17:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Heating-Pad/
Homemade Heating Pad - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3V/XMLE/GFRWR2LH/F3VXMLEGFRWR2LH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3V/XMLE/GFRWR2LH/F3VXMLEGFRWR2LH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3V/XMLE/GFRWR2LH/F3VXMLEGFRWR2LH.SMALL.jpg Carleyy Make your own heating pad at home in two minutes! I often strain my neck after staring at a computer for many hours.  A couple weeks ago I strained my neck really bad and couldn't go into work for a couple days.  Jason gave me the idea to make an at home heating pad. Materials 1 Pair of Socks 1...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2010 15:01:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/What-to-do-when-bad-things-happen-to-good-people/
How to help (when you can't change a thing) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBM/WVZ8/GHFJX1R4/FBMWVZ8GHFJX1R4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBM/WVZ8/GHFJX1R4/FBMWVZ8GHFJX1R4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBM/WVZ8/GHFJX1R4/FBMWVZ8GHFJX1R4.SMALL.jpg belsey We will all be there sooner or later: someone we love will become sick, their lives will be hanging, not by a thread, but by far too many tubes, monitors, catheters, whirring machines, monitors, and electrodes pasted all over their bodies. It might be a close family member, or it might be, as it was...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 20:17:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Google-Bike/
Google Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/812S/GI0TM1ZA/FBQ812SGI0TM1ZA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/812S/GI0TM1ZA/FBQ812SGI0TM1ZA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/812S/GI0TM1ZA/FBQ812SGI0TM1ZA.SMALL.jpg braingram Has the winter weather got you down? Is the snow preventing you from training for the next Tour De France? Or are you afraid to ride outside with all those cellphone weilding drivers? Google bike is the answer for you! Now you can ride anywhere in the world in the climate controlled safety of your h...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Jan 2011 15:49:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Weight-Bench-5-positionFlatIncline-doubles-as-/
Weight Bench (5 position,Flat/Incline) doubles as Patio Bench - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/WYJY/GI0TIRJ4/FA0WYJYGI0TIRJ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/WYJY/GI0TIRJ4/FA0WYJYGI0TIRJ4.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA0/WYJY/GI0TIRJ4/FA0WYJYGI0TIRJ4.SMALL.jpg afajarito If you'd like to have a brand-new weight bench, but you don't want to spend a lot of money, then you might consider making one yourself. I decided to make a multi-position flat/incline bench using a 4x4 post as a base. This bench doubles as a patio seat so i don't have to hide/put it away after each...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Dec 2010 02:44:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Be-Creative-and-Learn-to-Live-Longer/
How To Be Creative and Learn to Live Longer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/S44I/GHI9CQDQ/FR1S44IGHI9CQDQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/S44I/GHI9CQDQ/FR1S44IGHI9CQDQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR1/S44I/GHI9CQDQ/FR1S44IGHI9CQDQ.SMALL.jpg mikey77 Everyone is creative in their own way, but we can unintentionally limit our creativity. It is possible to get beyond our self imposed limitations and become more creative. A good part of creativity involves seeing relationships between things that at first do not appear to be connected. Creativity ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 12:19:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Kill-bedbugs-with-your-Christmas-lights/
Kill bedbugs with your Christmas lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/XAMZ/GHFK7ZJ5/FLMXAMZGHFK7ZJ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/XAMZ/GHFK7ZJ5/FLMXAMZGHFK7ZJ5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLM/XAMZ/GHFK7ZJ5/FLMXAMZGHFK7ZJ5.SMALL.jpg marcgr Santa's been checking his list, and every last bedbug is on the naughty list!  This year, Santa has a present for all bed bugs: HOT DEATH!! Bedbugs are nationally in the news this year, and I have encountered them in a hotel that I use for business travel. I avoided bringing the bugs home by buildi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Dec 2010 13:52:23 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Bathroom-Scale-Mod-for-a-kinder-gentler-morning/
Bathroom Scale Mod (for a kinder, gentler morning) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/PRWZ/GHFJXD63/FHWPRWZGHFJXD63.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/PRWZ/GHFJXD63/FHWPRWZGHFJXD63.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/PRWZ/GHFJXD63/FHWPRWZGHFJXD63.SMALL.jpg AlpineButterfly I don't know about you all, but I hate getting on my bathroom scale.  It only ever seems to tell me I'm getting bigger, and in such a mean way... even with decimal points, as if to say I can't dispute the scientific accuracy of it. But I need to get on the bathroom scale... I'm getting older (as i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Dec 2010 21:07:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Strength-Fitness-exercises-for-people-with-disab/
Strength & Fitness exercises for people with disabilities - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNW/WBUS/GHFK7AEM/FNWWBUSGHFK7AEM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNW/WBUS/GHFK7AEM/FNWWBUSGHFK7AEM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNW/WBUS/GHFK7AEM/FNWWBUSGHFK7AEM.SMALL.jpg radiorental I volunteer with an organisation called AccesSports which takes activites that the most agile of athletes find challenging and brings these sports to children and adults with disabilities. The exhilaration inherent to each sport is just a part of the experience which fosters positive change in funct...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Dec 2010 18:23:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Floss-Your-Teeth/
How to Floss Your Teeth - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/O8UM/FI9DRGQT/FRSO8UMFI9DRGQT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/O8UM/FI9DRGQT/FRSO8UMFI9DRGQT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRS/O8UM/FI9DRGQT/FRSO8UMFI9DRGQT.SMALL.jpg Bob Canida You should floss your teeth every day to reduce the incidence of tooth decay and gingivitis that leads to more serious gum disease. Here's one method that works well. Select floss Research indicates that any style floss is equally beneficial for plaque removal and gingivitis prevention when prope...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:46:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Orthotics-You-Can-Make-Part-II-Padded-Insoles/
Orthotics You Can Make, Part II: Padded Insoles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/SP9G/GGPF3XKZ/FIUSP9GGGPF3XKZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/SP9G/GGPF3XKZ/FIUSP9GGGPF3XKZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIU/SP9G/GGPF3XKZ/FIUSP9GGGPF3XKZ.SMALL.jpg Creativeman I have been suffering from relative severe plantar faciitis and or fallen arches for several years now. At one point, it was getting severe enough that I was worried about my ability to actually walk...it was that painful!  After spending a considerable amount of money on store bought insoles and o...
By: Creativeman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Dec 2010 01:20:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Orthotics-You-Can-Make-Part-I-Arch-Supports/
Orthotics You Can Make, Part I: Arch Supports - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/K0H9/GH4A6AWP/F35K0H9GH4A6AWP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/K0H9/GH4A6AWP/F35K0H9GH4A6AWP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F35/K0H9/GH4A6AWP/F35K0H9GH4A6AWP.SMALL.jpg Creativeman In the last few years, due to aging, no doubt, foot pain has become a problem. I believe the condition is plantar faciitis as well as some minor arthritis pain. What ever the condition, I decided to try and alleviate the pain with out drugs and or store bought orthotics.  I came up with the idea of ...
By: Creativeman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Dec 2010 01:17:59 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/A-cure-for-the-common-cold/
A cure for the common cold - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/WUUM/GH4NMYUL/FSBWUUMGH4NMYUL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/WUUM/GH4NMYUL/FSBWUUMGH4NMYUL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSB/WUUM/GH4NMYUL/FSBWUUMGH4NMYUL.SMALL.jpg belsey Growing up, my father, a pediatrician, almost never prescribed anything to us beyond plenty of fluid, perhaps an aspirin (nowadays it would be ibuprofen), a hot bath and bed. For soar throats he made us gargle salt water, and when we complained about that unpleasant treatment he administered a warm ...
By: belsey

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Dec 2010 09:30:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Scented-Bath-Salts/
Scented Bath Salts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/9NGA/GGPFCINF/FYC9NGAGGPFCINF.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/9NGA/GGPFCINF/FYC9NGAGGPFCINF.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/9NGA/GGPFCINF/FYC9NGAGGPFCINF.SMALL.jpg belsey Bath salts make great teacher gifts (or gifts for anybody else who might need to relax at the end of a long, hard day). They are easy enough for children to make themselves, but unlike framed toddler artwork (or a mug with your kid's mug shot), a teacher can either re-gift this or use it up. No clut...
By: belsey

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