Problem: Article: The best athletes know that training doesn't stop at sports skills. You want your body to be as sharp as it can be for whatever sport you're playing. On the downtime away from sports, keep your body in general shape by going to the gym. Although it may seem daunting or expensive, it is absolutely worth the investment if you want to be good at sports. There are lots of benefits to going to a gym. As you'll know from playing in sports teams, exercising with others is very motivating. Do some research into a prospective gym before you pay for a membership. Go for a tour, and ask for details. Make sure the gym fits the circumstances of your life before you make your first payment. This one should come as obvious, but you might be surprised how often proper sleep is glazed over. This is especially true during times of intense practice or training, where things get so busy it becomes hard to cram everything into a regular day. Nonetheless, your body needs its full rest. If you're a teen, you should sleep 8-10 hours each night. If you're an adult, get 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Everyone should make a point of eating a diet that benefits their body. This is especially true if you want to be great at sports. Eating junk food will work against whatever efforts you make in the gym. Base your diet on vegetables, leafy greens, legumes, lean proteins, and whole grains. Cut back on "empty calories" (like soda) and replace them with things that improve your health. If you're lactose intolerant, try going without dairy. It may sound hard, but you'll see benefits within a month. Water cannot be underestimated as part of a healthy diet. Staying hydrated will help you feel mentally and physically your best. Water regulates everything, and you should expect to lose some of your natural hydration via sweat while you exercise.  The common "8 glasses a day" guideline isn't mandatory, but you should try to keep water next to you whenever you can. It's especially important to stock up on water while you're exercising. Keep a refillable bottle of water around with you. Refill it when it goes empty. You'll find your water consumption goes up a lot if you simply keep it near you. Drugs and alcohol aren't recommended if you want to be great at sports. Alcohol is a diuretic, which means it drains your body of hydration. Your body will expend resources trying to get rid of the alcohol, and it can have a negative impact on your sports performance for days after the fact. In the long run, the amount of calories you digest from alcohol like cider and beer can have a negative impact on your gut.
Summary: Apply for a gym membership. Get enough sleep. Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. Drink lots of water. Stay clear of intoxicants.

Problem: Article: The type of event and the number of guests present should definitely factor in to how much you decide to spend per bottle of Champagne or sparkling wine.  An intimate dinner or small gathering will enable you think about selecting an exclusive bottle or two of Champagne (ranging upwards of $100 per bottle). Well known producers of these high-end Champagnes include Dom Perignon, Louis Roederer Cristal, and Krug. For a larger party or wedding, sparkling wine may be a better option because of a wider variety of price points. Although a quality Champagne can be purchased for approximately $40, many well regarded Proseccos or Cavas are available for less than that. If a large quantity is being purchased, ask the merchant whether a bulk discount is available. If the Champagne or sparkling wine is going to be added to a cocktail or punch, consider purchasing a less expensive American sparkling wine. Price varies depending on the amount of Champagne being purchased.  A typical bottle of Champagne or sparkling wine is 750 milliliters. Smaller, half-bottle sizes of expensive brands enable you to sample them without making the financial commitment to the regular size bottle. A 1.5 liter Magnum may be a fun option for a party. But remember, although a Magnum has double the amount of sparkling wine found in a typical bottle, it is usually more than twice as expensive due to material and shipping costs.
Summary: Consider the occasion. Determine whether the wine will be mixed into another drink. Decide on a bottle size.

Problem: Article: If you're tired of the "typical" ways of having fun on your computer, why not take your passion to the next level? Learning how to code allows you design and write your own computer programs from the ground up. It's a little like learning a new language and can be a bit of a challenge, but it can be seriously rewarding (plus, it looks great on your resume.)  There are a lot of different programming languages out there. Though there's no "right" way to learn to program, here are five languages frequently recommended for beginners:  Python C/C++ Java Javascript Ruby   Check out CodeAcademy.com for free interactive coding tutorials in a number of programming languages. Do you find yourself spending tons of time online? If so, consider learning the basics of web design so that you can create your own sites and give back to the online community! Some basic web design skills overlap with the list of basic programming languages above (for instance, many sites use Javascript.) On the other hand, skills like HTML coding offer the chance to learn web-centric programming. Did you know that you don't necessarily have to use the operating system your computer came with? It's true — Mac computers can run Windows, PCs can run macOS, and both can run Linux! Getting these setups can be tricky, so consult the support page of the program you use (or browse our help articles) if you run into problems.  To run Windows on a Mac, use:  Boot Camp (comes pre-installed or available for free download) Parallels Desktop for Mac   To run a Mac OS on a PC, use:  A bootable USB drive  A virtual machine app like VMWare.   Also consider alternatives like Ubuntu, Debian, and Haiku. If you can't get the performance you want out of your computer the way it is, consider opening it up and changing your physical hardware. Depending on what you intend to do, this can actually be surprisingly easy (as long as you have a PC, as most Mac upgrades have to be done by Apple). However, since it's easy to damage the fragile components inside a computer, it's important only to try this if you know what you're doing.  Here are some components that can be modified or replaced to increase a computer's performance:  Graphics card Sound card Fan/cooling system RAM Processor/CPU   If you're feeling especially ambitious, try making computer maintenance a hobby. Some people like to take apart and rebuild their computers for fun — just like people who enjoy tooling around on cars. Best of all, this practical know-how will give you a natural knowledge of the inside of a computer that most people can only dream of.
Summary:
Learn to write code. Learn web design. Explore new operating systems. Upgrade your computer.