5 Reasons to Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Inspection Checklist
Every gym needs an automated external defibrillator (AED) for staff members to respond best to Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). All gym staff should hold AED and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certifications from American Red Cross, American Heart Association (AHA), or something similar. No, it doesn't mean they will know or retain all of the information, but it does imply familiarity and putting in the effort. Just like CPR certifications must be renewed, hardware should be audited regularly. Such audits should be standardized to ensure essential functions, in this case being able to defibrillate someone, are tested accurately in an uniform manner. What is the benefit of using an inspection checklist? I'll give you five.
6 Best Accessories to Amplify Green Exercise Outdoors
Green exercise, not to be confused with the green box exercise for family emergencies - refers to physical activity done performed in the great outdoors - parks, beaches, forests, deserts, the back yard. Its not a popular term, but there are years old studies boasting green exercise benefits over working out indoors. The most notable advantages: increased mindfulness and connection with nature, both of which can aid performance by distracting you from fatigue. Green exercise may entice people uninterested in going to an indoors facility to workout, training at home, or training alone. Below are a few ideas to enhance your green exercise sessions.
Gym Accessories to Immediately Improve Your Workouts
Many gym members prefer to store stuff in lockers versus looking for somewhere to stash it at every exercise machine. It prevents anxiety from hoping to remember everything before moving to the next station, allowing you to focus more on your workout. Jewelry can fall into unreachable areas inside exercise equipment. Phones and other everyday carry can fall out of the pocket during leg-raised positions or be forgotten in cardio machine cup holders. These are all common to the consistent gym goer. However, there are a few items which could optimize focus and time spent during your gym session.
5 Free Linux Live Streaming Software
Linux users are able to stream on Twitch, YouTube, Kick, Owncast, etc. This isn't obvious with the many "How to Stream on Kick" and "How to Stream on Twitch" guides excluding Linux ... like I'm going to do with BSD. Below are the only free open source software you'll need to to live stream and edit videos on demand (VODs).
Unrivaled Basketball League - Women's 3v3
What is Unrivaled basketball? The Unrivaled basketball league is a new 3-on-3 women's league that tips off for the first time on January 2025 in Miami, Florida. Its purpose is to give WNBA players an opportunity to make money hooping without going overseas. It will be composed of six teams, five players each. At the time of writing this, 26 of 30 players have been announced including Angel Reese, Brittney Griner, Kelsey Plum. No A'ja Wilson. No Caitlin Clark. They'll also have a 1-on-1 single elimination tournament in February. All of this will be broadcast on TNT Sports.
How to Become an IBM HBCU Ambassador
In 2022, the Biden-Harris administration's White House Initiative for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) resulted in the creation of IBM Cybersecurity Leadership Centers in over a dozen HBCUs. The student leaders in these HBCUs are known as IBM HBCU ambassadors. These HBCU students are liaisons between their respective universities and IBM professionals focused on education equality. This relationship grants unique opportunities for networking, mentorship, resources, and future opportunities. Want to be an IBM HBCU ambassador? Here's how you can lead your HBCU.
The 13/50 Myth About Black Americans and Crime
Black American history and my choosing pro-blackness as a raison d'etre has guided me across many white supremacist dog whistles. The most interesting one to me right now: the 13/50 myth. What is 13 50? No, it's not about a 13:50 Bible verse. It isn't about the perfect width and length for something. It isn't a reference to the US flag's 13 stripes and the 50 stars .
What Should an HBCU Cybersecurity Club Do?
Cybersecurity affects every industry, including emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing. Therefore, all Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) should have a cybersecurity club. An HBCU cybersecurity club doesn't need to be led by a cybersecurity or STEM student. The leaders need to be passionate about IT security, data privacy, and community development. I believe such student organizations should do some things to start.
Best IBM SkillsBuild Courses for IBM HBCU Ambassadors
Part of Biden-Harris's Historically Black College and University (HBCU) cybersecurity initiative, the IBM HBCU Ambassador program began in January 2023. IBM HBCU ambassadors are charged with spreading the word of IBM's resources, including meeting and IBM SkillsBuild badge courses, among HBCU students and of course, setting the example. As a former IBM Norfolk State University (NSU) ambassador, I'll share 10 online, self-paced IBM SkillsBuild courses I recommend IBM HBCU ambassadors prioritize when building their Credly badges portfolio for professional development.
6 Ways HBCU Students Can Excel with Parker Dewey Micro-Internships
Historically Black College and University (HBCU) students, there are opportunities to be grabbed and money to be made with Parker Dewey micro-internships. Yes, the paid opportunities are with legitimate businesses and for a decent amount of money per project (usually ~$300). No, its not a difficult process for HBCU students to create a Parker Dewey account and get started. Below, I'll share some tips that helped me succeed with Parker Dewey micro-internships.
