Jaclyn Licata
Jackie Licata, born and raised in Miami, FL, has been involved with competitive sports since the tender age of five. A competitive gymnast of 15 years, reaching level 10, a Junior National and Junior World champion Powerlifter, a current competitive thrower in the world of track and field, as well as, a currently competitive Olympic Weightlifter in training for the 2012 Olympic trials in the sport of Olympic style weightlifting; continues to hold all the current Florida State Olympic Weightlifting records. Jackie has attended several American Open Weightlifting championships, USA National Weightlifitng Championships and even the 2007/2009 World Team Trials. Jackie is also a safety certified professional gymnastics coach, who loves to work with children, and who loves what attributes sports brings to people of all ages, especially children. Jackie believes that sports give positive direction and save many young lives by teaching qualities that most people will never get to experience. Dedication, discipline, perseverance, responsibility, ambition to succeed, self-confidence, good sportsmanship, self awareness, goal setting, structure, belief in oneself, and most of all, mental toughness. Jackie believes in being all you can be, and never giving up on what you believe in, because without dreams, you become lost, and you end up on a long bumpy road through the journey of life. Jackie also thrives on motivating and helping to instill the essential qualities sports will bring upon all athletes involved in regular training and competition, which will better their character, and last them a lifetime. Jackie Licata has a real passion, and love for sport, and will continue to stay involved herself, as an athlete, and as a coach, to better those around her and within her community for as long as she lives.
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How Olympic Weightlifting Benefits GymnastsAs a professional gymnastics coach and current Olympic weightlifter, I have found through experience that the Olympic lifts and assistant movements truly improve my athletes performance. -
How Safe is it to Reuse My Bottle of Water?Trying to reuse and save money is always a smart, enviornmentally sound choice, but you need to be aware of some health hazards that may occur when reusing your plastic bottle of water.
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Mother's Day Things to Do in Tampa, FloridaHere is a list of some of the top events going on in Tampa, Florida in honor of Mother's Day.
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Women's Artistic Gymnastics: The Four Competitive EventsA discription of the sport of Women's Artistic gymnastics and the four competitive events used when competing. -
10 Heart Healthy FoodsA list of ten heart healthy foods, their nutrients, and how they may help your heart to beat on stronger and for longer.
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My All Time Favorite Inspirational Sports MoviesThese top inspirational sports films are motivating, inspiring and emotional. These movies will get you cheering in pure excitement for those battling their journey in order to conquer their dreams.
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Olympic Weightlifting: Overhead Presses Part 2The push press is designed to simulate and strengthen the drive for the jerk, while also working the shoulder muscles. Typically, more weight is accomlished through push pressing rather then military style. -
Olympic Weightlifting: Overhead Presses Part 1Overhead pressing should be an important part of all strength training programs. There are several different types of presses. Each overhead press plays a specific role in developing the strength and power needed in performing the Olympic lifts. -
Top Five Healthiest Fast Food Chains in Miami FloridaWhile there's not always time to cook, there is always time to make a healthier fast food choice. Here are some of Miami's top fast food chains that are serving healthier menu options with a larger selection of healthy food choices.
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How to Wean Yourself Off Soda PopTrying to break any addictive habit requires strength, commitment, and the will power to refrain from temptation. Here we are going to discuss one way of getting rid of an addiction to soda and the steps involved in becoming soda pop free.
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Fat Free Calorie Free Spray Butters? You Better Count Your Sprays!Is it hard for you to believe that flavored butter sprays could actually be a fat-free calorie-free alternative to butter? How could something made out of nothing taste so great? What could possibly be the catch?
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Olympic Weightlifting Comes to the Miami-Ft. Lauderdale AreaTrying to find an Olympic weightlifting club in south Florida has not always been the easiest task, but I feel due to a recent an consistent growth in the sport, more and more clubs are continuing to form throughout the country.
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Turn Garage Sales into Successful FundraisersGarage sales can make an excellent fundraiser for any individual or group organization, if run efficiently. Follow these simple steps to ensure success.
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Why Athletes Should Think of Drinking Chocolate Milk After Hard WorkoutsThere are so many different kinds of post workout recovery drinks out there on the market that will gladly take your money, but what if you can get the same or even better health benefits from plain old low-fat chocolate milk? -
How to Start the Sport of Shot Put in FloridaShot Put is one of the four throwing field events in track and field and in Florida it is very hard to come by a good track coach and club. This article will show you the steps on how you can begin your training and/or competitions in this great sport.
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Top Fitness Centers, Health Clubs in MiamiHere is a variety of recommended fitness club locations in Miami that will help to get you and your whole family started on a healthy track toward a new you in 2010.
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How to Make Creative Healthy Fun Snacks for Young AthletesEating right is vital in maximizing potential in sports performance. Here are a few top healthy and fun snack ideas for parents of young athletes.
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Coaching Strategies of Young Competitive Female GymnastsThis is a guide for coaches and parents of young competitive female gymnasts who endure ongoing training in a highly competitive, high-pressure environment. -
Steps Needed in Preparation for Your First Ever Local Olympic Weightlifting Competition in FloridaThis guide will help to ensure you a successful first competition experience. -
Top Gymnastics Schools in MiamiWhat you may need to know when thinking about enrolling your child in gymnastics classes, the different programs offered and the objectives of each program. -
Want a Dream, Dare to Dream - a PoemA poem for all those dreamers out there on a journey, who continue to give it their all, each and every day. -
Five Holiday Season Family Friendly Fun Things to Do in Miami, FloridaHere are a few things you can do this holiday season with family and friends of all ages right here in Miami, FL to help bring some holiday joy and cheer into your lives without having to dish out too much cash!
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For the LOVE of LIFTINGA poem meant for athletes all over the world, who work a lifetime to achieve their goals; Those who sacrafice, dedicate, desire, and dream, to be the very best they can be, for the love of the sport. -
How to Get Low Cost Health Care in Miami-Dade County, FloridaFind out information on how to get your free Jackson PHT CareCard which will give you discounted or even possibly, free medical care, upon qualifying.
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How to Start the Sport of Olympic Weightlifting in FloridaOlympic Weightlifting is a growing sport within the USA and world renowned. Many health benefits will arise from participation within this great sport.