Problem: Article: Although you may see some people walking with regular ski poles, it is important to purchase poles specific to Nordic walking. These poles will have many necessary accessories, such as proper hand straps and different attachments to the bottom of the poles depending on your terrain. These poles cost as little as $70 for an entry-level set. Purchasing a proper set of Nordic walking poles will give you more freedom and comfort as your exercise regimen becomes more intense and as you begin changing your walking terrain. The most important thing about pole fitting is that your new poles touch the ground while your elbows are at 90 degrees and feel comfortable as you walk. Some poles are adjustable and some are not, so consider this while making your purchase. If your poles are not adjustable, be sure choose properly fitted poles before you leave the store. If your poles are adjustable, be sure they fit this requirement before you leave the store. Wrist straps allow for a release of the pole on your backstroke without dropping the pole, and cause the pole to return to your hand in the right position as you bring your arm back into place. Many professionals believe it is important to be able to let go of the pole after you push, which is only possible through means of a wrist strap. Although wrist straps are not vital to Nordic walking, they are recommended and should be taken into consideration while purchasing poles. Although many people do Nordic walking on pavement, you may also take advantage of other terrains. Nordic walking can be done while hiking in the mountains or on other dirt trails, working as an alternative to walking sticks. If you are walking on pavement, use the attachable rubber pads that cover the bottom of the pole. These rubber pads should come with your Nordic walking pole, so double check that they are included before you purchase. If you are walking on dirt, utilize the metal spike at the end of your Nordic Walking poles. Depending on how far you plan to walk and what terrain you plan to walk on, quality walking shoes are very important. If you plan on changing the terrain that you usually walk on, consider purchasing new, more appropriate shoes.
Summary: Purchase a set of Nordic walking poles. Purchase poles that fit your height and walking stride. Purchase poles with comfortable wrist straps. Decide if you would like to stick to walking on pavement or walk on hiking trails. Wear regular walking shoes on pavement and hiking shoes on trails.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Select a healthy, go-to distraction that requires your full attention. When you are hit with a wave of pain, pull out that item and concentrate on it until you feel the pain ebbing. In a workplace setting, a suitable distraction could be a good book, your iPad, some music and headphones, or even adult coloring. Picture your pain as an object in your mind, then open a box and place it inside. You can even visualize locking it up if that helps. Other pain management visualizations include placing your pain behind a wall or imagining your pain as a light bulb that you turn off or dim. . The goal here is to calm your mind and focus on a single sense, such as sight, hearing, smell, or feeling. Put all of your attention toward analyzing the sounds that you are hearing in your office and disregard everything else. You may find that your brain is so focused on this other task that the pain becomes secondary or nonexistent. Another option is to do a "body scan" where you consider each part of your body in turn until you identify the pain sources. Then, you concentrate on sending all of your healing energy to those spots. Close your eyes, put in some headphones with soothing music or nature sounds, and visualize yourself at a calming location. It should be somewhere specific to your interests, such as the beach or the mountains. Do this for a few minutes minimum at least three times a week. This is a great way to cut down on pain right before a stressful event, like an important meeting. If you are uncertain how to begin, a therapist can guide you through the imagery process by providing verbal cues. This is an experimental pain relief method, but increasing numbers of people swear by it. Get a portable green light machine (available for purchase online or through a medical or therapy supply store) and place it in your workspace, several feet away from your face. Then, turn and face your body towards it for about 45 minutes, four times a week. This might be a good way to spend at least a few of your workplace lunches. Or, you can turn on the green light while you are reading or working on paperwork. Light therapy has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including seasonal affective disorder (SAD). The light waves enter your eyes and stimulate your nervous and endocrine system to release positive chemicals into your bloodstream.

SUMMARY: Distract yourself. Visualize putting the pain away. Take a mindfulness meditation break Go into guided imagery. Install a green light in your workspace.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Most septum piercings will heal up without a problem if you keep them clean. Unfortunately, however, infections do sometimes happen. The following are signs your piercing has become infected: Yellow or green discharge. A lump near the piercing. Intense pain, redness, or swelling. Your first impulse may be to remove your jewelry if you notice signs of an infection. However, this can actually make the infection worse. If the hole in your piercing closes, this can form an abscess that can have serious medical complications. In the event your piercing becomes infected, make an appointment with a doctor immediately. Infections should not be treated without medical assistance and self-medicating can worsen an infection. Infections are usually treated via topical or oral antibiotics. Take the full round of any antibiotics your doctor prescribes, even after symptoms of an infection have passed. With prompt, proper treatment, a pierced septum infection can be quickly treated.
Summary: Recognize an infection. Do not remove your jewelry. See a doctor right away. Take any medications your doctor prescribes.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Much like Windows, Linux has support for four-digit codes that call special symbols. To access the code input, place your cursor where you want the dash and press Ctrl+ Shift+U. You will see an underlined "u" appear. Enter the code you need and the symbol will appear. To create an en dash, press 2013 and then press Enter. To create an em dash, press 2014 and then press Enter. If your keyboard doesn't have a dedicated Compose key, you can assign a key on your keyboard to become the Compose key, which will allow you to quickly create symbols. You should pick a key that you don't typically use. To map the Compose key, open your Settings in Linux, and then select Keyboard Layout. Click Options and then assign a key on your keyboard to be the Compose key. To create an en dash, press Compose and then --. To create an em dash, press Compose and then ---
Summary:
Use codes to create dashes. Use the Compose key.