While it may seem tempting to watch the action of the game and focus on the players, this could cause you problems and make you vulnerable to the opposing team. This is because the puck can move quicker than individual players. Always keep your eyes on the puck itself so you can react quickly when the puck comes your way. This position will give you more balance and control. It also enables you to increase your reaction time if the puck comes in your defensive zone. Much like with how you position your feet, holding your skates parallel to each other will give you more balance. It will also give you the ability to gain more momentum if you need to move quickly to assist other defensive players or to get into position to block a shot. By standing this way, you'll be able to move quickly if you need to readjust your position. In addition, this is a stance from which you can easily fall to the floor or slide to block a shot. By standing this way, you'll put extra pressure on the balls of your feet. This will give you extra power and increase your ability to deflect hits when they come at you. Remember to point your chest slightly up to give you better forward balance. Position them just a little outside of your chest. To achieve the proper glove stance, you'll have to push your elbows just a little outside of your body. This will not only give you better balance, but you'll better be able to control your stick. Also always have your glove up in case of and unexpected shot because it will be hard from having your glove down to react quick enough to stop the shot Hold your stick vertically, but at a slight angle. This will help you better catch shots. Never place your stick perpendicular to your body. This not only decreases the chance of you blocking a shot, but could pose a danger to you in the event of a collision with another player.

Summary: Watch the puck, not the players. Stand with your feet a shoulder's width apart. Position your skates parallel to each other. Bend your ankles slightly and shift your weight to the outside balls of your feet. Bend your knees slightly. Hold your gloves out in front of your body. Place your stick about 10 inches (25cm) in front of your skates.

You'll need to submit a pawn application form to the non-depository division of the Department of Financial Institutions in your state or country. You'll need to include a personal affidavit, employment history, credit check, criminal background check, fingerprints taken at your local police department, and financial statements listing your assets and net worth. You will also need to pay an application fee ranging from $1,500 to $2,000 per shop. A DBA (Doing Business As) is needed whenever you are doing business under a name other than your own. Registering a DBA name is typically done through your state government or county clerk's office. This can be obtained from your state Department of Taxation and Finance. You will need to keep careful records on which items were sold with the amount paid, and how much in sales tax was collected. You will need to file a separate tax return for your business and therefore will need to have a federal tax ID number. You can find the form online at www.irs.gov. This is obtained from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. You can obtain the application form online at www.atf.gov.

Summary: Apply for a pawn shop license. Register your business name with your state government, if necessary. Apply for a sales tax permit. Obtain a federal tax ID number. Obtain a Federal Firearms License if you plan to sell guns.

Since you've never been kissed, you may find it difficult to read your girl's non-verbal cues. A few prompts would be: I really want to kiss you right now... I want to show you just how much you mean to me... Can I kiss you goodnight?

Summary: Go ahead and ask. Be creative and ask in a way that puts her at ease.

Start your stretching regimen either standing or sitting on the edge of a sturdy chair. If you're going to stretch your arms and shoulders while sitting, make sure you're sitting with good posture. Keep your back straight and neutral with your shoulder blades tucked down in line with your spine. Reach one arm straight across your chest, pressing gently with your other hand just above your elbow until you feel a stretch. Don't push your arm to force it further than it naturally goes. Hold the stretch for about 5 seconds, breathing deeply. Then release and do the other arm. Lift one arm overhead and bend your elbow, dropping your hand behind your head. Grasp your fingers from below with the other hand if you can. If you can't, place your other hand below your elbow and push back gently until you feel a stretch in your triceps. Hold the stretch for about 5 seconds, then switch and do the other arm. The bridge is a good whole body stretch that targets your back as well as stretching your chest, legs, and core. Begin this stretch by lying on the floor on your back with your knees bent at 90-degree angles and your feet flat on the floor. Press your arms and palms into the mat on either side of you and lift your hips until your body forms a bridge with your thighs roughly parallel to the floor. Hold the bridge for 5 to 10 seconds, breathing deeply, then release to the ground. You can repeat this 3 to 5 times. If you're looking for something more challenging, get into the bridge and then raise one leg towards the ceiling. Release your leg, then repeat with the other leg. The butterfly stretch provides a good stretch for your glutes and thighs, as well as helping loosen your neck and back. Start by sitting on the floor with your legs extended. Bend your knees to bring your feet together in front of you so that the soles of your feet are touching. Grasp your feet with your hands and lower your body toward your feet on an exhale. Make sure you engage your core and keep your back neutral, shoulders rolled back and not hunched. Fold forward as far as you comfortably can. Hold the fold for 30 seconds to 2 minutes, breathing deeply. Return to a seated position with your legs extended straight in front of you, feet and legs pressed together. Engage your core and sit tall with your shoulders rolled back so that your shoulder blades fall in line along your spine. On an exhale, twist from the waist, bringing your hands to rest on the floor on the other side of your body. Keep your back neutral and make sure you're twisting from the waist, not angling your hips. Hold the twist for 15 to 30 seconds, then return to center and repeat with the other side. You can do 2 to 4 repetitions of this exercise on either side. The swan stretch is an adaptation of a yoga and pilates exercise that really opens up your chest as well as stretching your back and core. Start this stretch by lying on the floor on your stomach with your legs extended behind you. Bend your elbows and press your palms into the floor on either side of your shoulders. On an exhale press up to extend your arms straight. Keep your shoulders back and down so they are rolling away from your ears. Try to draw your shoulder blades together, grounding your hips into the floor. Feel the stretch in your chest. Hold the position for 15 to 30 seconds, then release back down to the ground. Repeat this stretch 3 to 5 times. This kneeling exercise is similar to lunges, but extending your back leg helps stretch your hip flexors as well as your hamstrings and quads. Start by kneeling on the floor. Step one foot forward so that your knee is at a right angle. Step forward as far as you comfortably can you'll feel a stretch in the opposite hip. Your shin should be perpendicular to the floor, your knee directly over your ankle. Grasp your front knee with your hands and press your hips forward, breathing deeply. Hold the pose for 15 to 30 seconds, then return to a kneeling position and repeat on the other side. If you attempt to do stretching when your muscles are cold, you risk muscle strain or more significant injuries. Ideally, add your stretching regimen to the end of your regular exercise routine.
Summary: Stretch your arms and shoulders. Try a bridge to stretch your back. Do a butterfly stretch. Add seated trunk twists. Lift into a swan stretch. Kneel to stretch hip flexors and quads. Warm up before starting any stretches.