Games of strength

The public games of Greece were athletic and intellectual contests of various kinds. There were four of importance: the Olympic, held every four years; the Pythian, held every third Olympic year; and the Nemean and Isthmian, held alternate years between the Olympic periods. These great national festivals exercised a strong influence in Greece. They were a secure bond of union between the numerous independent states and did much to help the nation to repel its foreign invaders.

In Greece the accomplished athlete was revered almost as a god, and cases have been recorded where altars were erected and sacrifices made in his honor. The extreme care and cultivation of the body induced by this national spirit is one of the most significant features of Greek culture, and one which might wisely be imitated in the modern world.

Looking Beach Body Slim

If you want to look this hot at the pool or the beach -

Picture of Vera Jordanova at Listal

the secret to a slim and sexy body is really no mystery at all.

Two simple - and very effective habits - will get you on the road to getting in shape fast.

Habit 1. Throw out all your sweet, sugary snacks. If it has sugar - in any form - toss it. Stop eating it. Start drinking water and eliminate soft drinks. Even those diet drinks. Drink water. Eat more protein and less carbs. Unless you are running or working your body real hard. Then you'll need some complex carbs - like those found in whole grains to help fuel your demanding workouts.

Habit 2. If you want a slimmer, sexier body shape you simply have to exercise most days of the week. Start today... Do something to make your body work harder than usual. Even a brisk 45 minute walk - preferably before the heat of the day sets in - can do wonders! Make exercise a daily habit! Start getting in shape!