Article: Move the pin in the weights at the bottom to your desired resistance. Add more weight to get extra help doing your dips; less weight will give you less help. The weight you're adding to the machine balances out your weight. If you've never done dips before, start with more weight and move it to less over time as you improve. Keep the assisted weight under your body weight. For instance, set it to 2/3 of your body weight. Grab the parallel arms with one in each hand, making sure you have a firm grip. Step from the stable bar to the assist bar, which is the one that moves up and down. Straighten out your arms to get in the starting position. Other machines will have a kneeling assist bar. Step up onto the foot pads below the kneeling pad. Then, grab the bars in front of you and bring your knee up onto the kneeling pad, which may be up fairly high. Let it come down a bit, then add your other knee. Lift yourself up to the starting position with your arms extended. Always ask for help if you've never been on the machine in your gym. Keep your arms on either side of your torso. Slowly bend your elbows, which will begin to lower the assistant pad below. Keep going until you reach about a 90-degree angle with your elbows, which is the bottom point of this exercise. Your elbows should go out behind you, not to the side. Always try to work against gravity when lowering yourself down. Your shoulder will be about the same height as your elbow. Press upward with your arms, unbending your elbows. When your arms are almost perfectly straight, you've reached the starting position again. Don't straighten your arms out completely, as that adds more muscle-building power to the exercise. Lower yourself down and lift yourself up with the assistance of the machine. Always go slowly when you're lowering yourself to work against gravity. Work on doing 2-3 sets in a row, resting in between. As you come off the machine, take one foot or knee off first, placing it on the bar or foot rests behind the assistance pad. Let the assistance pad gradually move up, then take your other leg off the pad. This process will help keep you balanced and stop the assistance pad from springing up.
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Adjust the dip assistance machine to your desired resistance. Get into position by stepping onto the assist bar. Lower your body by bending your elbows. Push yourself back up to the starting position. Repeat the process 8-10 times to complete the set. Lower yourself off the machine gently.
Article: Turning to your surroundings can be an easy way to start a conversation, and since she already likes you, she probably won't mind if you start the conversation off this way. Make a comment about your surroundings and then ask her a question about what you just commented on to get the ball rolling. You can use this strategy whether you just met her or if you have known her for a while Try saying something like, "Check out that guy on the paddleboard! I've always wanted to try that, but I'm pretty sure I would fall right off. What about you? Have you ever gone paddleboarding?" Or you might say, "I really like this bar. It's always pretty chill and the music is good. Plus they have a great happy hour, so that's a nice bonus. What about you? What do you think of this place?" Discussing your day-to-day activities with a girl who likes you and finding out about hers is another way to keep the conversation going, whether she is an old friend or a new acquaintance. Try giving her a brief recap of your day and then ask what she did so far today. She'll probably be thrilled that you care enough to ask. For example, you could say something like, "I have had a crazy day so far. I almost got hit by a car on my way to work, had a presentation to give and I was really nervous, and then went to my HIIT class after work and I dropped my phone and cracked the screen! It's nice to be out relaxing now. What did you do today?" Remember to keep the conversation light, friendly, and entertaining. Avoid telling the girl anything too personal or that might be a turn-off. Even if she already likes you, it is possible to change her mind by sharing unappealing information about yourself. If you are just getting to know her, ask her about her favorite movies, music, TV shows, books, YouTube channels, video games, hobbies, and other interests. Make sure to share with her what your favorites are as well. If she likes you, she'll definitely want to know more about you! For example, you might say something like, "I just saw the Evil Dead Musical last weekend and it was amazing! Are you into theater at all?" Or you could say, "Have you been to any good movies lately?" Ask about things you know the girl is into if she's a friend who you have just learned likes you. For example, you could ask, "How's your writing project going?" or "What's new with the yearbook planning committee?" If you're ready to start talking about deeper topics with her, try sharing something about your past or a goal that you have. This can help you to find out more about her values and see if they mesh with yours. A girl who likes you will probably be happy to share this information even if you're still getting to know each other. For example, you might say something like, "I finished my BA in 2015, and I'm hoping to get my MBA by 2025. I think it would really help with my career. What about you? Do you have any career or educational goals that you're working on?" Or you could say something like, "I took a trip to Ireland last year and I want to go back soon. I loved it so much. Have you ever visited a place that you didn't want to leave?"
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Make small talk about your surroundings. Talk about your day and ask about hers if you're not sure what to say. Discuss your favorite things to see what you may have in common. Talk about past experiences and goals to learn about her values.
Article: While it may seem counterintuitive, allowing your children to play outside and cover themselves in dirt and mud can have health benefits. If children are exposed to naturally-occurring bacteria and germs from a young age, they may develop stronger immune systems and have a healthier variety of digestive-system bacteria. While children should still bathe regularly, you don't need to be overly concerned with keeping them germ-free at all times. To cultivate healthy bacteria in your children's guts, also avoid washing their hands with antibacterial soap, which can kill off healthy bacteria as well as unhealthy germs. If children have a deficit of healthy gut bacteria, they may exhibit one or more of the following signs: excessive gas, diarrhea, or nausea. In more serious cases of imbalanced gut bacteria, children may develop irritable bowel syndrome or Crohn's disease, and may experience serious weight loss, bloating, abdominal pain, or even blood in the stool. While changing your child's diet and increasing their probiotic consumption can improve their gut health, these symptoms can occur for reasons unrelated to gut health. If dietary modification doesn't clear up the symptoms, schedule an appointment with your child's doctor. Whether or not you've noticed signs and symptoms of imbalanced gut bacteria levels, it's a good idea to ask your child's doctor about ways you can promote balanced levels of gut bacteria. Ask if they recommend specific dietary changes (including ones you may not have considered), and ask their opinion on probiotic supplements for children. If your children are experiencing uncommon problems with their gut health, the pediatrician may provide a referral to a nutritionist or a gastroenterologist.
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Let kids play outside and get dirty. Watch for the signs of poor gut health. Consult your children's pediatrician about gut bacteria.