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Risky Business: Why Women Excel In Dangerous Careers

When my husband was diagnosed with a rare liver disease, I made an astonishing discovery: the risks I took at my job actually helped me manage the ordeal. As a professional ski patroller, I carry explosives, start avalanches, hike in chest deep snow, and haul heavy toboggans carrying gravely injured skiers. We women patrollers do this side by side with the men. While some might find my work a bit risky, I find it essential.

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How to Increase Bench Press Weight Fast

Unless you are a pro body builder, you probably do not want to spend all your time at the gym. Bench pressing saves you time by working out your chest and arm muscles in a single exercise with simple equipment. As with any exercise, it is common to hit a plateau where it becomes difficult to increase how much you lift. When you make a few small changes to your workout and eating habits, you’ll be lifting at a higher weight in no time.