context: How to row faster
Get in the proper starting position.
The starting position is also known as the catch. In this position, your arms should be straight out in front of you and your shoulders should be level.

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- Your legs should be turned toward the sky but extended forward. To get into the right position, bring your hands together and lower them down to make a rounded bump with your pelvis.
- Stand facing forward with legs wider and your shoulders neutral to determine the proper starting position. Engage your abdominal muscles to ensure that you feel relaxed and in control.
- Your knees should be bent and your front foot should be in line with the tip of your chin. Don't even look down; stay focused on the task at hand.
- Lean your upper body forward but keep a straight back. Bend your knees and keep your shins as vertical as possible.
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next sentence for the context: Lean your upper body forward but keep a straight back. Bend your knees and keep your shins as vertical as possible.

context: How to prepare for a phd as an undergraduate
Talk to your professors.
It's a good idea to talk to professors about your interests, especially professors in your field of interest. Not only have they been through the process of obtaining a phd, but they know other professors and institutions in the field.

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- If you may not find anyone with the same interests that you do, it may be worth considering pursuing a phd in english or a foreign language. You may be very intrigued with the area of study you want to specialize in.
- Help professors to find out about different phd fields so that they can base their recommendations on your interests. You can ask them to look up out of the blue about schools they know you are interested in.
- They'll have inside tips to prepare you for the workload, and may even be able to write a letter of recommendation for you. Don't approach any professor at random.
- This is the area where you'll need a good grasp of your professor's research. If you're applying to multiple programs, let your professor know (either in person or over the phone) about the areas you're interested in studying.
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next sentence for the context: They'll have inside tips to prepare you for the workload, and may even be able to write a letter of recommendation for you. Don't approach any professor at random.

context: How to plan a route with google maps
Go to google maps.
You can use any web browser on your computer to visit the site.
Identify your destination.

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- If you are using the google maps app on your device, it will recognize your location for you. Even if you don't have google maps, it will let you know the first road to your destination, the street you are going on, and your preferences.
- Find google maps' " maps app " from the web browser you downloaded. Tap on the app and the map will expand to show you all of the road options.
- Use the search box on the upper left corner of the page, and type in the location or address of your first stop. A short list of possible results will drop down.
- Click the three dots in the top left corner to start searching. Some other places in the map are free-to-see sites such as a private real address, an office location, a social media site, etc.
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next sentence for the context: Use the search box on the upper left corner of the page, and type in the location or address of your first stop. A short list of possible results will drop down.

context: How to make peppermint hot chocolate
Tear open a packet of hot cocoa mix and pour the powder into a mug.
If your hot cocoa mix comes in a box, measure out 2 tablespoons. Adding the powder first will help it mix better when you add the milk, water, or coffee.

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- Take a scoop of ice cream/cream and add it into the mug. Give the mixture about 1-2 tablespoons (15-27 ml) at a time until all of the ingredients are well blended.
- Whisk the water and sugar together until sugar dissolves. If your hot cocoa mix comes in a tin or container, place the lid on it and whisk until the sugar dissolves.
- Stir sugar and maple syrup together with a spoon. After pouring the powder into the mug, add a spoon of maple syrup.
- Crush a candy cane into small pieces. Put a candy cane in a plastic, resealable bag.
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Crush a candy cane into small pieces. Put a candy cane in a plastic, resealable bag.