user: Problem: Article: The best and safest way to clean leather cushion covers is to make use of a professional service, like a dry cleaner. Remove the cushion cover from the cushion and take it to a cleaner of your preference.   For general cleaning, you can use a commercial leather cleaner in water or equal parts white vinegar and water. Dampen a soft cloth in your solution and wipe the cushions clean. Avoid using any harsh cleaners, including bleach and ammonia-based cleaners. These can easily damage your cushion beyond repair. You should mix 1 part vinegar per 2 parts linseed oil and put this solution in a bottle. Shake it well, then rub it into your leather with a dry cloth. After 10 minutes, take a dry cloth and buff out any residual solution. Suede is a material that requires attention and care to maintain. Remove your cushions from the couch to a clean area of the floor, and in a criss-cross pattern, vacuum all dust, dirt, and hair from the fabric, preferably with the upholstery attachment of your vacuum. There are suede rubbing cloths and suede nap brushes that you can use to polish and restore the luster of your cushion. Thoroughly and completely rub down your cushion on all sides to remove debris with your brush or cloth. Create a solution with equal parts warm water and rubbing alcohol in a bottle to treat your stain. Shake the bottle vigorously to mix the solution well, and then moisten a terry cloth rag with your solution. Taking care not to apply too much solution to the fabric, lightly dab the cushion cover.  Rub the stain gently in an X-shaped pattern for best results. In addition to warm water and rubbing alcohol, you can use a suede eraser or a regular pencil eraser to help rub out stains. Always rub the area down with a suede brush after using an eraser or a stain cleaning solution. Vinyl cushion covers usually don’t have to be removed. You can wet a cleaning rag with warm water and add a cap of dish detergent to it, then wipe your cushion clean. Rinse the soap from the rag thoroughly, wring out the rag until it is only damp, and then you should wipe any remaining detergent residue from the cushion. Allow the cushion to air dry, or wipe it down with a clean towel. Some fabric cushion covers are machine wash friendly, though to be certain you should check cushion tags for cleaning instructions. Turn the cover inside out before placing it in the washing machine. To protect colors and the fabric, you should wash your covers on a gentle cycle in cool water unless otherwise directed by the tag or manufacturer’s instructions. Using forced hot air to dry your cushion in a dryer may cause the cover to shrink, rendering it useless. Drape your cover somewhere warm and dry and wait until it is dry to the touch.
Summary: Use professional services for leather. Sustain your leather with a linseed solution. Vacuum your suede cushion covers. Give your suede a rub-down. Treat suede stains with a water and alcohol solution. Clean vinyl covers while they’re still on your cushion. Use a washing machine when applicable. Allow the cushions to air dry.

Problem: Article: Even if you don't have access to a treadmill and the idea of running in place doesn’t appeal to you, you can still get your daily jog in with a little imagination. Devise a course that allows you to move from room to room without stopping or turning around. You might start in the foyer, for instance, and make your way through the living room, kitchen, and adjoining hallways.   Try racing up and down the front staircase to add a challenging all-terrain element to your run. Most modern homes have open floor plans, which can make it easier to plan out creative and interesting circuits. Whenever possible, stick to solid, stable flooring like wood, linoleum, or carpet. Whatever surface you go with should be clean, dry, and free of any obstacles or substances that might cause an inadvertent slip. It’s a good idea to pull back loose rugs for the same reason. Tread carefully on tile and concrete. You may be used to walking around the house barefoot, but accidents can happen if you try to run that way. Take your indoor run seriously—lace up your sneakers just like you would to hit the road, track, or trail. Shoes will offer better traction and support, which can be a major plus if you’re plodding along on an unfamiliar surface.  Make sure the bottoms of your shoes are clean so you don’t track dirt all over the floor. Soft rubber soles may leave scuff marks on hardwood and linoleum surfaces. Consider buying a pair of minimalist running shoes to wear specifically for indoor jaunts. No matter what sort of space you’re in, running indoors comes with the risk of collision. You’ll need to be sure-footed and actively moderate your speed to avoid careening into the wall or a piece of workout equipment. An unforeseen spill could result in injury or damage to your surroundings.  Keep an eye out for your spouse, kids, roommate, pets, or anyone else that’s occupying your living space so you don’t bowl them over by accident. Be aware of where your knees, elbows, and other outlying parts of your body are at all times. It can be easy to get banged up if you’re not paying attention to what’s around you. Call out when you’re approaching a corner or blind doorway so other people will know you’re there. Try different types of exercises to help work different parts of your body while keeping your heart rate up. Add in sets of exercises like squats, jumping jacks, push-ups, and heel kicks. Try different sets each day to keep your routine interesting and effective. Since you’ll be in such close quarters, you may find it all but impossible to keep up with how far you’ve traveled. Instead, start a timer at the beginning of your workout and stop it when you’re finished. 15-30 minutes should be long enough to elevate your heart rate and get your blood pumping.  If you’re able to maintain a pace similar to the one you keep up outside, you can use it to figure out approximately how many miles you’ve ticked off. You could also strap on a pedometer to track your steps and give you a rough idea of how much distance you've put behind you.
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assistant: Map out a route through your home. Find a surface that’s safe to run on. Wear a reliable pair of running shoes. Look out for furniture and other obstacles. Add variety to your workout. Track your workouts for time rather than distance.