England? You Must Be Kidding

In the days that followed Englands qualification for germany 2006, Sven Goran- Eriksson, Wayne Rooney and Michael Owen all said that they think england can win the world cup. But, in my humble opinion yet again, although they have some highly talented and gifted players, I doubt they have a good enough team to do it. Look back at england s overall performances throughout the 2006 world cup qualifying campaign and you can see just what the team lacks, and why england will not win the world cup next year. A great team is built not just with technical ability (of which england have absolutely loads), fame and fortune but also passion, teamwork, commitment, tactics and personality, (all of which england desperately lacks).

You look back at the england cricket teams success in the summer and you see all of those factors mentioned above. I may not be the most ardent follower of the sport but I think Im right in saying england actually only have a couple of player in the world rankings for batting and bowling, however as a team they are formidable. Michael Vaughans intelligence, calm head and Quiet but effective leadership and Andrew Flintoffs inspiration are the keys. But you can look around at the raw passion of Simon Jones, flamboyance of Kevin Pietersen, honest workmanship of Ashley Giles and you see the way the team is built.

They played with so much strength oh character. Every time they fell behind or lost wickets certain players would step up for their team and do something special, which could be anyone at different times. Look through the england football team and youll find arrogant, self-interested individuals with all the personality of a wet fish almost to a man. These guys dont look like theyre playing for england for love or passion of the game or their country. They seem to be playing for their profile as footballers, and the next big sponsorship deal. Passion isnt about spitting anger and diving in for tackles the way Rooney and david Beckham respectively tend to do. It isnt about getting sent off as it lets your team mates and your country down.

No, passion is about running so hard, you are playing as both full-back and wide midfielder the way Cafu and Roberto Carlos did when their star player was sent off in 2002 against england. I can picture it if Svens lot were to win the world Cup. I see beckham striking a pose with the trophy, sticking out his chest and allowing a lock of his hair to fall across his face, Frank Lampard and John Terry grinning behind him, Ashley Cole and Rio Ferdinand in the background on their mobiles to their agents demanding pay-rises com-mensurate with winning the tournament. To cut a long story short, if england wins the 2006 world Cup, Ill run semi-nude around the Merdeka square on the next rainy day after the tournament, if, the authorities allow it of course.

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Exercise and Lifestyle Changes for a Healthy Colon

The old adage that a person is what they eat rings true when it comes to colon health as well. In addition to a balanced and healthy diet, every individual should be aware of what other lifestyle changes are necessary in order to ensure they have a healthy and properly functioning colon. To keep the colon as healthy as possible everyone should:

Have a regular rectal exam. A physician will be able to diagnosis if polyps are present during a physical exam. Polyps are often a precursor to colon cancer. Having a regular physical examination that includes a rectal exam is important for both men and women.

exercise daily. Although many people believe that have to endure hours at the gym in order to reap any benefits from their exercise regime, this simply is not true. Something as simple as a daily walk or a swim can greatly improve colon health.

Give up smoking. Smoking has many negative effects on the body including causing colon problems. There are many great programs in place that can aid people wanting to break an addiction to nicotine.

Being aware of your family health history. Colon cancer can be hereditary therefore it's imperative that every person have a thorough understanding of the colon health of their ancestors. Many families do not openly discuss health issues, particularly those involving the colon. Ask your family members about their colon health to ensure you are aware of any potential problems.

report any potential problems to your physician. If you are suddenly constipated when you have always been very regular with your bowel movements or if you are stricken with what feels like an unending case of diarrhea, mention this to your doctor as soon as possible. The same is true if you experience abdominal pain or blood in your stools.

Maintain a healthy body weight. Many health problems are attributed to obesity, and colon cancer is one of them. If you are overweight, the process of losing weight should be started as soon as possible.

Strive to be stress free. Feeling extreme levels of stress can lead to constipation which is one of the contributing factors to colon problems. meditation, exercise and yoga are all helpful ways to deal with stress.

Get adequate sleep each night. The entire body functions better when a person is well rested. Many experts recommend retiring at the same time each night of the week as well as waking at the same time. In addition, short naps during the day can prove beneficial to many individuals.

Reduce alcohol consumption. Although a glass of red wine each night has proven beneficial to both heart and joint health, drinking too much can lead to health problems. Alcohol should be consumed occasionally and in moderation.

In an effort to keep the colon healthy, every individual should make any necessary lifestyle changes. Although it can be a challenge to trade a diet high in fat and sugar for one that is based around fruit, vegetables and whole grains, it is essential for good all around health.

Note: Statements in this article may not be approved by the FDA, and should not be considered as professional medical advice.

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