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What is a home cure for leg cramps?

If there is a cramp in the calf, put full weight on the leg that hurts and slightly bend the knee. If standing doesn't work, sitting on a chair or the floor with the leg extended may help. In this position, pulling the top of the foot towards the head helps to stretch the muscle in the calf. This same stretch also helps to ease the pain associated with a cramp in the hamstring. If there is a cramp in the front of the thighs or quadriceps, a chair should be used to steady the body, then the foot can be pulled towards the buttocks.\nTo apply heat to a cramped leg, a heating pad or warm towe..

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What is the regulation height of a high school basketball hoop?

Most high school basketball courts measure 84 feet in length and 50 feet in width, with the division or mid-court line dividing the court equally. The free throw line is placed 15 feet from the front of the backboard, which typically extends 4 feet in from the baseline, while the three-point arc is 19 feet, 9 inches from the basket.

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Who are some of the most famous Lakers players in franchise history?

Earvin "Magic" Johnson played for the Lakers from 1979 to 1991, and then played one additional season in 1996. He won the NBA MVP and the Finals MVP awards three times each. He played for five NBA champion Lakers teams.\nKobe Bryant began playing for the Lakers in 1996. He has won the NBA MVP once and the Finals MVP twice, as of May 2015. He played for five NBA champion Lakers teams.\nShaquille O'Neal played for the Lakers from 1996 to 2004. He won the NBA MVP once and the Finals MVP three times. He played for three NBA champion Lakers teams, and collected another NBA championship while p..

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Where can your buy Ski-Doo snowmobile apparel for kids?

Ski-Doo apparel for men, women and children feature waterproof, breathable and comfortable snow jackets, hats, gloves and gear especially made and tested for use in cold, snowy weather. Ski-Doo has a specific apparel section for kids and teens. The kids and teens series include 100 percent waterproof, insulated jackets with removable hoods, reinforced knees and seat, adjustable hems and leg-growing system. The improved system features a 4-inch adjustment in length to accommodate children and teens as they grow taller. The online catalog features a sizing chart so customers can accurately measu..

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What are some good saltwater fishing lures?

The bucktail jig is one of the best and most versatile saltwater lures ever produced. Fishermen can use it in shallow or deep water, during the day or night and for virtually any type of fish. The lure is rugged and durable and lasts a very long time. It is such a good saltwater lure that every survival kit the U.S. Navy supplies to sailors includes a white 1-ounce bucktail jig. Tipping the hook with a variety of items, including shiny streamers, soft plastic lures or live bait, enhances the lure's effectiveness.\nSpoons are also good for use in shallow or deep sea waters. A spoon is a fo..

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What was the grudge between John Harbaugh and the San Francisco 49ers about?

John and Jim Harbaugh grew up together in Ohio and Michigan. Their father was a coaching assistant at the University of Michigan, which gave the brothers exposure to football from an early age. John and Jim had several fights in their youth. However, their last fight occurred in their late twenties, when Jim allegedly came close to drowning John in the ocean amidst a wrestling match meant to prove who was the dominant brother.\nThey later constructed their own football careers. John worked as a coaching assistant at several universities and the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles before becoming th..

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What are some good carpets to use on boats?

Cabela's Premier Marine Carpet and Mystic Carpet are higher-quality boating carpets. Cabela's uses a patented manufacturing process for added strength and durability of boating carpets and deck finishing, as well as constructing the carpeting from polypropylene, making it water-, gas- and oil-resistant. The combination of these elements allows the surface of the carpeting to maintain its appearance longer than less expensive and conventional carpeting. Cabela's Premier Marine Carpet is available in a variety of colors, including taupe, sapphire, charcoal, gray and claret, while ..

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What is Peyton Manning's nickname?

Peyton Manning's primary nickname, The Sheriff, comes from the fact that when he speaks, everyone listens. He's often heard shouting directions and gesturing even after the huddle has dissolved and his players are at the line of scrimmage. As of 2014, he is considered to be one of the greatest quarterbacks of all time and has attended 13 Pro Bowls.

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What are some facts about the Grave Digger monster truck?

Grave Digger updated its original small block engine to a large block in 1983. This engine was later upgraded to a 2000 hp Rodeck engine, which was banned on the monster truck circuit in 1987. Grave Digger debuted its first fiberglass body in 1989, the same year two racing teams first operated under the iconic name. Grave Digger had a green chassis for the first time in 1992. Over 20 different trucks have carried the Grave Digger name, with the current model built in 2008, as of 2015.\nDennis Anderson invented the concept of freestyle events at monster truck shows by insisting on returning to ..

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Who was the first woman to climb Mount Everest?

Prior to her success atop Everest, Junko Tabei had already reached the peak of Mount Fuji, as well as the Matterhorn in the Swiss Alps. In Japan, her reputation as an accomplished mountain climber was solidified by 1972. In 1992, Junko Tabei also became the first woman to join the Seven Summits Club, following her success climb of Puncak Jaya in Indonesia.

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