Q: Talk to each other. Take it easy if your crush is shy. Talk about each other's interests, favorite movies, video games, music, etc. Once you've become friends, start partnering up in science class, trying to be on the same team in gym, playing sports together at recess, or just hanging out at the park to do some studying or skateboarding. It's always important to do something your crush likes to do, without making it seem like a date. Do not try to give hugs or affectionately touch each other in any way. You guys are just friends at this stage. Make sure your crush is single. Once you think your crush likes you, start doing more activities together. When going to a field trip, go to interesting spots together. When you think you want to be more than friends, and you are ready, try asking the other to go out. Don't tell your friends what you're trying to do no matter how trustworthy they may be. They will find a way to embarrass you in front of your crush. Keep what you are doing together a secret; it's your personal business. You really need to let your special someone know that you're cool. Don't be up in their face or act weird. They'll start to like you.
A: Get to know each other. Start doing stuff together. Take it one step further. Play it cool.

Q: Many health professionals will recommend core strengthening exercises like the plank to help alleviate pain. Stronger core muscles help to support and relieve your back. They also help keep your pelvis in a neutral alignment, decreasing compression of the nerves. Lie face-down on a soft surface, such as an exercise mat. Prop yourself off the ground by using your forearms and toes to support the body. The elbows should be directly under the shoulder. Make a double chin and keep the shoulder blades back and down to maintain proper spinal alignment. Tighten the abdomen as if you are about to be punched in the gut. Tuck your hips under and squeeze your glutes, keeping your entire body in a straight, rigid line. Try to make yourself as long and as strong as you can from the crown of your head out through your heels. Maintain this position for 10 seconds or until you begin to wobble. Breathe normally throughout the plank. Do three sets with 30 second rests in between. Work your way up until you can do 30 second holds with good form. These muscles protect the spine against sudden twisting movements and provide additional support to your back. Start by laying on your left side on a soft surface like an exercise mat. Lift your body off the surface by supporting your weight with the left elbow and outer side of the left foot. Your left shoulder should be tracking straight over your left elbow. Maintain an erect posture as if you are standing tall. Look straight, brace your abdomen, keep the shoulders back and down, and squeeze your butt. You should maintain this position for 10 seconds by continuously engaging your left oblique muscles (the muscles at the side of your belly). This can be a very challenging move. If you are struggling, try staggering the feet for more support, or performing with the left knee down. Do three sets of 10 second holds. Work your way up to 30-second holds with proper form. Switch sides and repeat. Leg lifts will help strengthen your lower abdominal muscles and remove the strain from your lower back and sciatic nerve. Start by lying down on the floor on your back either on an exercise mat or on the carpet. Press your lower back down to the floor and pull your bellybutton in toward the floor. Your pelvic alignment is essential to getting this exercise right an not causing further harm. It may be necessary for you to put your hands under your lower back for support, or put a slight bend in your knees. Keeping both legs straight (if you can), slowly raise your left leg off the floor while keeping your knee straight. Hold for five seconds, and return back to the original pose. Then do the same with your other leg. Repeat the alternation five times or as many times as you are able. This exercise helps strengthen the back of your legs, buttocks, and lower back. Lay down on the floor on your back with both knees bent and the soles of your feet flat on the floor. Then, push up using your buttocks while your back is straight. Your body should form a straight line declining from your knees to your head. Hold for five seconds to 10, and relax. Repeat this exercise five times if able. This exercise is similar to a traditional crunch. It strengthens the abs and the upper rectus to help relieve pressure from the lower back. Begin by laying flat on your back on an exercise mat or carpet. Fold your arms across your chest. Slowly roll and lift your head up off the ground followed by your shoulders. You should feel your entire core become tight and engaged. Hold this position for two to four seconds or as long as you're able. Slowly lower your shoulders and head back down to the starting position. Continue with this exercise until you can complete two sets of 10 curls.
A: Try the plank exercise. Perform side planks to engage the oblique muscles. Do lying leg lifts. Try bridge exercises. Try curl ups.

Q: For children older than six, you can pick from a wide variety of musical instruments. Younger children, however, are limited in what kinds of instruments they can physically handle. If you are picking an instrument for a child younger than six, a violin or a piano makes the most sense. Young children can more easily handle such instruments. The piano can be a great choice for a young child because it provides foundational skills. A child can better understand music by playing the piano, as there is a visual representation of music that can help foster an understanding of musical theory. Violins are good options as well, especially because they can be made in small sizes for very young children. A violin also helps a young child learn how to tune an instrument, which is important for developing musical skill. Some children have body types that make them more prone to certain instruments. Keep body type in mind when selecting an instrument for your child. Height is a big factor when it comes to choosing instruments. A child that is of a smaller size will not take as well to a very large instrument, like a bassoon. If you're choosing an instrument a child plays with their mouth, think about lip size. Smaller lips do better with instruments like the French horn or the trumpet, while a child with larger lips would struggle with these instruments. Also, think about your child's fingers. Long and slender fingers will do better with a piano than short, stubby fingers. If your child has braces, or will get them soon, this can have a big impact on which instruments they can and cannot play. Braces will not inhibit your child's ability to play clarinets and saxophones that much. A flute will have an initial adjustment period for braces, but can be successfully played if your child has braces. Bassoons and oboes can also be played with braces. Braces are not as compatible with instruments like the trumpet, french horn, and baritone instruments like the tuba. A child should be practicing their instrument for 20 to 30 minutes a day in order to improve. Therefore, you need to pick an instrument your child is able to practice in your home or at school regularly. Large instruments, like a piano or drums, may not fit into your home if you don't have a lot of space. You should also keep in mind sound. If you live in a quiet neighborhood, people may complain about your child playing drums. You do not have to rule out a large or noisy instrument simply because it does not fit into your home. See if your child's school has a place where your child can go and practice outside of the home, especially if your child has their heart set on a particular type of instrument. Some instruments work better if a child who is highly coordinated. Woodward and percussion instruments would work best with a well coordinated child. If your child is not as well coordinated, stay away from these instruments unless your child expresses a very strong interest in learning them. If a child truly wants to, say, play the drums, they may be able to develop the necessary coordination with time.
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Take your child's age into consideration. Evaluate your child's body type. Choose an instrument that works for a child with braces. Be practical about whether or not your child can practice regularly. Consider how well coordinated your child is.