Glenn Duker

Suffering a high profile loss is just about the most devastating phenomenon an athlete encounters in their playing career. When the last buzzer sounds and they come to grips with the fact that they have come out on the losing end, their mind is a flurry of thoughts: What else could I have done? Was all my work in vain?
The first thing to accept is that no matter how talented or well prepared an athlete is, they are never invincible to defeat. It may come when in the gym alone with a teammate ...

Holiday time can seem like a distant memory when school starts back up and work returns to its usual hectic place. Fortunately, there are plenty of fun places to travel in October for a quick getaway. Many places become even more beautiful when the leaves turn orange and red. Pumpkins appear on doorsteps and jumpers make a return appearance. Here’s a list of the best places to travel this autumn.
New York City, New York
New York City is amazing any time of year, but there's something particul...

Tennis is played all around the world. From the youth to adult levels, individuals are always looking to improve their game. A person must be mindful about strategies taken to reach goals. The following tips provide ways to improve within the sport of tennis.
Pay Attention In Practice
Identifying areas to improve upon within the sport is vital for getting better as a player. If struggling with back-hand volleys, a person isn't going to improve if they are working on serves for the entire prac...

Here at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary in Queensland, Australia we strive to help and protect many species of wildlife that have become threatened by extinction. These include koalas, tree kangaroos, red pandas, ring-tailed lemurs and even different varieties of Australian birds.
We are focused on protecting and caring for many different species of Australian wildlife and our sanctuary offers many different animal encounters for visitors. Check out our twice daily free bird show where you c...

Australian legislature has called for the criminalization of violent content shared online, much to the criticism of major media outlets. The law proposal is a response to the Christchurch terrorist shooting that took place at two mosques and left 50 people dead. The entire attack was live-streamed on Facebook.
"These platforms should not be weaponized for these purposes,” said Christan Porter, Australia’s attorney general. He called for internet platforms to take responsibility for the "spre...

Accountability may be one of the most important aspects of creating a healthy, stable and solid work environment, which in turn creates a healthy, stable and solid business. That being said, establishing a culture of accountability and responsibility is much harder to genuinely create. This is because accountability is generally contrary to our innate nature, which is also exactly why it is so important. Here are three keys to establishing accountability and responsibility in the workplace.
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Australia provides one of the most enticing economies that attract foreign investors. The country not only boasts a stellar GDP but an extremely hot job market as well. The relationships that Australia has with some of the most profitable economies around the world can provide businesses with a perfect export hub for conducting business. Companies would be able to sell their goods and services worldwide and make a serious profit. While all of this may sound like a dream come true there are so...

Tennis is a lifetime sport. That being the case, children who play tennis when they’re young are likely to play it their entire lives. Having a hobby that takes kids away from school and social stresses is arguably the biggest benefit. However, that's only the beginning. Below are several other benefits.
Exercise
As you already know, today’s generation loves technology. Many parents use technology as a babysitter, which leads to lack of communication and laziness. When kids play tennis, they’...

Australia is a vacation destination that has a lot to offer year round. However, packing for your trip is always the worst part. You don't want to over pack, but you don't want to not have something and end up needing it later on. Keep reading for some brief suggestions on what to take with you to spend the summer in Australia.
Sun Protection!
Whether you're hitting the beaches or exploring the outback, it's important to protect yourself from the sun. Wearing a hat with a broad brim and a cop...

You have decided to take a vacation to Australian during the winter season. Even though the country has tropical areas, cold weather is seasonal in certain parts of Australia. It is time to make a list of essentials to pack for the trip.
Clothing
A hat is necessary for warmth and protection. If you are skiing, a beanie will protect your ears as well as keeping the rest of your head warm. A brimmed hat will protect from the sun and rain on the warmer days. You should pack shoes that are comfor...

Tennis Elbow is a condition that occurs when someone overuse their elbow by doing repetitive motions. Anyone can get Tennis Elbow; tennis players and other athletes are just more commonly known to experience this injury. Tennis Elbow is when someone has inflammation and swelling in their elbow tendons. A doctor can determine this condition by examining the tendons that connect to the forearm muscles on the outer part of the elbow. When an athlete uses their elbow too much, the muscles and ten...

Sports are a physical activity, so it is obvious that there are many physical benefits mentioned in my previous article. Along with the physical aspects, playing a sport can affect you psychologically. Your mental health could be improved in many ways while participating in a sport.
Positive Attitude
When you play a sport, it can give you a positive outlook to your life. It can help refresh your mind and provide a new outlook on your life. It doesn’t just affect your positivity but can enhanc...

Not only is playing a sport fun. It is also beneficial to your health. You can build a strong physical foundation if you pick up playing a sport. Playing a sport can make exercise seem fun and not so much like exercise. Instead of dreading going to the gym every day, join a rec or club league or even just get your friends and family together to play a sport.
Healthy Heart
Physical activity helps lower the risk of having a heart attack. The heart’s ventricles are able to stretch more which all...

Going on vacation is a great way to reduce stress and relax. But it is also a way that can knock you off track of maintaining your healthy lifestyle. Many people have the misconception that a vacation can be counted as a “cheat day” because your normal routine and eating habits are not available to you. This is not true. Though you should enjoy your time on vacation, you can also stick to healthy eating habits and exercise.
Healthy Breakfast
You want to start your day right because it will le...

Sports are a physical activity, so it is obvious that there are many physical benefits mentioned in my previous article. Along with the physical aspects, playing a sport can affect you psychologically. Your mental health could be improved in many ways while participating in a sport.
Positive Attitude
When you play a sport, it can give you a positive outlook to your life. It can help refresh your mind and provide a new outlook on your life. It doesn’t just affect your positivity but can enhanc...