Article: Some waves are too big to swim through and should be avoided by diving under them. Dive when about you are about 5 to 6 feet (1.5 to 1.8m) away from the approaching wave to give yourself enough time to get under it. Dive approximately 3 to 4 feet (0.91 to 1.22m) under the wave, swim forward as much as you can under the wave and emerge the other side. Unpredictable waves will mean sudden bursts of water hitting you head on, from behind, or on the side. Adjust your breathing as much as possible by turning your head to take a breath whenever you need to. If a wave comes too quickly to take a clear breath, hold your breath to keep from swallowing or inhaling water. Diving under a wave does not simply mean ducking under it, but submerging your entire body and navigating underneath it until it passes. Once you have dived under the surface of the water, keep your body in a horizontal position as you swim underwater. This will ensure that you don't come up to soon and get knocked back by the wave. While wearing safety goggles may not look cool at the beach, it is the best way to see clearly underwater when diving and to navigate yourself safely under waves. If you have vision problems, they will also allow you to wear prescription contacts without the risk of losing them or getting an infection. Purchase surfing goggles at a surf shop or online. You can also purchase special surfing goggles with prescription or polarized lenses. Before attempting to dive under large waves, it is best to get a feel for the process and learn how to build momentum and hold your body. Practice on small or flat waves in a small cove before moving onto big, ocean waves. Ask local surfers for advice about where to go to make sure you don't practice in a spot with hidden dangers, like strong riptides, large rocks, or heavy reef. It is important to have help available to you in the event of an emergency when you are getting used to diving under waves. Practice diving in an area that is supervised by a surf lifeguard, in a spot that is in sight of the on-duty lifeguard's watch station. Alternatively, enlist the help of a private instructor or experienced surfer who is trained in first aid.
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Dive early to get under large waves. Adjust your breathing and hold your breath when necessary. Extend your body horizontally under the wave. Wear surfing goggles. Practice diving under small or flat waves. Dive under supervision.
Article: Dyeing the dress or altering its length and style can make it far more versatile and useful. Your white gown can become a black dress or a matching skirt and top. Natural fibers, such as satin, silk and organza, can be professionally dyed. However, synthetic materials like polyester, acrylic, and acetate cannot be dyed. Check the fabric of your wedding gown before attempting to dye the material. There are dozens of fun projects you can do to turn your wedding dress into something more special when you have finished using it. The many layers and diverse materials of wedding gowns makes them a unique and invaluable resource for making keepsakes. You could make: Wedding photo album covers. Take some lace or satin from your dress and overlay the cover of your wedding photo album with it. Trinkets like a pendant necklace. Save a small piece of your dress and keep it in a pendant or locket. A christening gown for future children. Many traditions use a small white gown which you can create from excess dress materials. One last photo shoot! Take adventurous photos without fear of wrecking your dress. If sentimental keepsakes are not for you, you could always make something more useful instead. The high, durable quality of wedding gown material makes it ideal for creating various items around your home. You could make: A tablecloth. Salvage the skirt from your dress and sew the top together to make a flowing tablecloth. Pillows or a quilt. Use different materials from your dress to make a patchwork quilt or cut two large squares for a pillow and sew that instead. Decorations like ornaments, banners, or a tree skirt. The lace and satin from your dress can be trimmed and attached to ornaments or strung together to make a long banner. Tree skirts can be made like table cloths, just leaving an opening to slide it around the base of the tree. Clothing accessories like scarves, headbands, and handkerchiefs. Fashionable scarves can be made from longer portions of your dress while smaller pieces could be attached to hair bands or left as handkerchiefs. Stuffed animals or a bassinet for future children. The skirt of your dress can be trimmed and hung around a crib or you can trace out a stuffed animal pattern and cut that out instead.
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Restyle the dress. Make sentimental items. Make practical items.
Article: Sucking your stomach muscles to your spine immediately flattens your belly. Additionally, the action of pulling your stomach in will support your spine and help prevent any back problems that can arise from carrying extra weight. This action will create the look of a wider top and smaller waistline. Maintaining a straight or slight s-curve in your spine will help you appear slimmer and prevent your stomach from sticking out. Avoid over-arching your back. Don't slouch, which will will prevent you from tucking your stomach in and will make your belly look bigger than it actually is. Wearing heels naturally improves your posture by rotating your hips to tuck your bottom in and helping keep your back and shoulder straight. Even a classic dress shoe with a small heel can be enough to reap these benefits.
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Pull in your tummy. Square your shoulders and lift your chest. Keep your back straight. Wear a heeled shoe to automatically stand up straighter.