INPUT ARTICLE: Article: After you have sewn the elastic and ribbons on your shoes, you can begin exercises to further break in your new pointe shoes. Rise onto demi pointe and walk around. Make sure you always use your pointe shoes on a proper studio floor so the shoes will last longer. Take a break from walking around on demi pointe and occasionally arch your foot. Standing in first position bend one knee and rise to full pointe on your foot. Repeat this with both feet, rolling slowly back down. Heat and perspiration from your foot will continue to aid molding your shoe to your foot as you work at the barre. You can do plies or pony trots, making sure to work both feet equally.

SUMMARY: Walk on demi pointe. Do roll-throughs. Work at the barre.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If your dog enjoys riding in the car, take them with you as you run your weekend errands. Some dogs enjoy going through the car wash, for instance, as they like to watch the sights and sounds of the brushes cleaning the car. Some home improvement stores allow leashed dogs inside, so you can take your furry friend along with you as you go pick up paint or yard supplies. Seeing new places and experiencing new things is always exciting and stimulating for dogs; your dog will probably have fun no matter where you go, and they'll fall asleep exhausted and happy when you arrive home. Never leave your dog alone in a car, especially on a hot day. Most cities have off-leash dog parks that are open to the public. If your dog loves interacting and playing with other dogs, they will have fun meeting new dog friends as you make new friends with other dog owners. Dog parks also offer plenty of opportunity for sensory stimulation, as there is plenty to see and smell. To be well-protected at the park, make sure that your dog has a good immune system and has all of their vaccinations. After a long weekend indoors, make sure to give your dog some much-deserved time outside in nature. Take them on a long walk or hike a nearby trail. For your dog's safety and comfort, try to choose a trail with a soft leaf-covered track, without any sharp rocks or steep drop-offs. Give your dog their own backpack in which to carry water, food, and treats. Make sure that the pack fits snugly and doesn't chafe their belly or sides. If you have a dog breed that enjoys the water, take your dog to a lake or pond and let them swim. Swimming is great exercise for dogs, and the experience of being in the water engages their senses. For dogs, one minute of swimming is the equivalent of four minutes of running! The resistance of the water makes them work harder to swim than they have to work to run on land, and this improves their overall muscle tone. If your weekend plans include meeting up with friends for a meal or a drink, don't leave your canine friend behind! Dog-friendly patios at restaurants are becoming more and more common, and many even offer your pup a bowl of water or a treat. Dogs (especially puppies) are very social creatures, and need plenty of time to interact with their own species. Make sure that you find a play companion for your pup who is around the same size and temperament as your dog, so that both dogs stay safe, and enjoy their time together. Introduce your dog to new buddies on neutral territory (while on a walk or at a park), so that the dogs don't feel like they need to defend their home turf from stranger dogs. All you need to keep your dog entertained for hours at the park is a tennis ball or Frisbee. Throw the ball across a field, and tell them to "go fetch" it, or teach them to catch the Frisbee in their mouth. Your dog may also enjoy a game of tug-of-war. It's a fun and easy way to wear your dog out and burn off any excess energy. Just like humans, dogs get tired of being in a car for too long. If you take your dog along on a weekend getaway or a longer vacation, then you may need to find ways to keep him entertained. Stop at rest stops for walks and bathroom breaks. Most rest areas along highways offer places to walk dogs, and some even have fenced-in areas to allow your canine friend a safe place to run around. Bring along some new toys as well. Before you venture out on a trip with your dog, buy some new toys and mix them in with some old familiar favorites. A chew toy is a good option.

SUMMARY: Run errands with your dog. Visit a dog park. Go on a hike or walk. Let your pup practice their doggie-paddle. Find a dog-friendly patio. Make a play date. Play fetch at the park. Plan ahead to keep your dog entertained when traveling.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you lose a match, try not to see it as a bad thing. Instead, use your mistakes to help you develop into a better wrestler. After you lose a match, take time to reflect on what went wrong. Ask yourself questions, such as: What advantage did the other wrestler have over you? What can you do to ensure that you can overcome this advantage in the future? If your coach offers you advice or feedback, then try to listen with an open mind and do your best to put the advice into practice. Remember that your coaches do not correct you or tell you how to wrestle to show off or make you feel bad, they do so to help you improve as a wrestler. If a coach gives you advice that you do not understand, ask for clarification. If a coach gives you advice that you do not agree with, try the suggestion before you decide whether or not to include it in your practice. Never talk back to your coaches or be disrespectful, even if you totally disagree with them. Before you go into a match, it is important to take about five minutes and visualize yourself winning the match. This practice has been shown to be effective for athletic success. To use visualization, close your eyes and picture yourself achieving your goal. Imagine how you will overcome certain obstacles and how you will feel after you have defeated your opponent. What will you look like? How will you feel? Persistence is one of the best ways to improve as a wrestler, so make sure that you are practicing every day. Maintaining a regular, consistent practice schedule will help you to build up your skills and keep you focused on wrestling. Avoid taking long breaks away from your training. For example, do not take the summer off even if you are not in school. Maintain a regular training schedule in the summer just as you would during the school year.

SUMMARY:
View your mistakes as learning opportunities. Listen to your coach. Visualize yourself succeeding. Practice every day.