DIY Plyo Box

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Plyo, short for plyometric exercise, is a form of extreme aerobics, involving a lot of jumping and rapid stretching of large muscle groups. The exercises are intended to cause muscles to exert maximum force in short, quick intervals of time. This pushes the muscles to their maximum effort and endurance, stimulating muscles in a way … Read more

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Bench Dogs

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The woodworker’s workbench is more than just a work surface; properly made it’s an entire clamping system to hold boards you’re working. Most workbenches have two vises built into them; a side vise, which might be a leg vise and an end vise. The actual size and capacity of these vises will depend on the … Read more

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Cutting Plywood with a Dremel Tool

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The excellent Dremel rotary tool has been with us for almost a century. Invented in 1932 by a man named… you got it, Dremel; this compact rotary tool mimics the work of more extensive, more cumbersome tools, such as drills, grinders, routers, and scroll saws. Its compact size and light weight make it ideal for … Read more

DIY Driveway Gate

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Not everyone puts in a driveway gate at their home; but if you have a home out in the country and a fence around your property, you’re most likely going to want one. Adding a gate for your driveway helps to keep your pets and kids inside and others outside, adding to your family’s security. … Read more

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Non-Toxic Furniture

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You may not realize it, but your home’s furniture is probably toxic. A wide range of different chemicals are used in the manufacture of most furniture, many of which are actually toxic. They may only be toxic while they are outgassing or when they burn; but that doesn’t mean they aren’t dangerous. There are two … Read more