| How to Pack a Backpack Posted: 14 Jul 2019 01:00 AM PDT Packing a backpack correctly can make all the difference in how comfortable a bag can feel when you're wearing it, and how many items you can store in it. Whether you're going backpacking, travelling, or packing a bag for school, using the right kind of bag, organizing your materials before you pack them, and packing them efficiently are the keys to packing a backpack well. EditSample Packing Lists EditPacking for a Hiking Trip - Use a backpack with an internal frame to help balance the bag. If you plan to go hiking on trails that are uneven or have a steeper incline, a backpack with a frame built into it can help you keep your balance when your bag is full. The backpack with an internal frame will sit flush against your back and keep your center of gravity closer to its natural position.[1]
- Many backpacks with internal frames are weather-resistant and were designed to be used outdoors.
- Backpacks with frames are also great for long hikes because they distribute the weight evenly on your body and make it easier to carry heavier loads.
- Choose a backpack without a frame for a lighter pack. For a lighter bag to carry, go with the frameless backpack, but make sure it's weather-resistant if you plan to take it out into the great outdoors. Make sure the backpack fits you well and has padding to help it fit more comfortably, especially when it's full of gear.[2]
- Frameless backpacks are also generally much cheaper than backpacks with internal frames.
- If you plan to go backpacking somewhere hot, make sure you have a bag that has a mesh panel on the back to keep you from overheating.
- Make sure you have camping and hiking essentials. There are a few essential items that you'll want to pack for a hiking trip to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience outdoors. Depending on how long or how far you'll be hiking the gear, equipment, and amenities may vary. And of course, you should bring a few personal items like a camera or a book to read to enjoy your time.[3]
- Lay out everything you plan to bring and group similar items together. Make sure you don't forget anything by laying all of your gear and supplies out on the floor. Organize them into similar items. Keep small and loose items together in a small bag so they don't get lost in the bag.[4]
- Keep your toiletries together in a pouch or plastic bag.
- Keep all first aid supplies together in case you need them.
- Pack lighter gear at the bottom and top, and heavier gear in the middle. Pack your clothes and sleeping gear at the bottom of the bag. Put heavier items like food and gear in the middle and top of your bag so they're against your back, which will make the bag feel lighter. The items you need to access more often should be closer to the top of your bag.[5]
- Keep any weather gear, sunscreen, and insect repellent at top in case you need it quickly.
- Keep essential and emergency items within reach by packing them at the top. Any first aid gear or medications that you need should be packed last and at the top of your backpack so you can reach it quickly in the event of an emergency. You don't want to have an accident happen if you're unable to reach a first aid kit![6]
- Keep your wallet, cash, and identification within reach as well.
- Wear the backpack and walk around to see how it feels. Backpacking can be very physically challenging, so you want to make sure your backpack is packed well and fits you comfortably. Put the backpack on and try walking around, sitting down, and taking it off to see how well it fits you.[7]
- You may need to re-organize your bag to balance the weight. Try shifting the items around by unpacking them and re-packing them in a different manner to distribute the weight evenly.
EditTravelling with a Backpack - Choose a backpack that fits your items and your mode of transportation. For example, if you plan to take your backpack on a plane as a carry-on, you need to choose one that will fit in the overhead compartment
- Most airlines allow a maximum bag size that is long, wide, and deep.[8]
- If you plan to ride along in a vehicle with other people, make sure your bag will fit in the trunk or under your seat.
- Organize the items that are necessary to pack for your trip. Think about what you will need to use each day and which items will make your travel more pleasant. Leave behind any non-essential items or items you could possibly get at your destination like flip-flops, t-shirts, and amenities like sunscreen and shampoo. When it comes to travelling with a backpack, less is more![9]
- You'll be carrying your backpack for a long time as you travel, so try to travel as light as you can.
- Gather all of your toiletries together and put them into a plastic bag.
- Keep any electronic devices with their accessories like chargers and headphones.
- Use the 1 to 6 rule for packing clothes. To pack a full wardrobe that can fit into one backpack, follow the 1 to 6 principle: 1 hat, 2 pairs of shoes, 3 pairs of pants, 4 shirts, 5 pairs of socks, 6 pairs of underwear. These clothing items give you enough variety to arrange several options for an outfit each day.[10]
- Swap out 1 pair of shoes for a sweater or hoodie if you need one to keep warm.
- Roll your clothes to save space in your backpack. Rolling your clothes conserves more space than folding them and will give you more space in your backpack for other items. Lay your shirts face down, fold the sleeves into the center, and roll the shirt into a tight roll. For pants, fold them in half, and roll them up tight.[11]
- Make sure you smooth out any wrinkles or your clothes will be very wrinkly when you arrive at your destination.
- Put your shoes in the bottom of your bag first. Since you probably won't be changing your shoes while you travel, you can put them at the bottom of the bag. Make sure the spare shoes are clean before you put them in your bag so they don't get your clothes dirty![12]
- Store socks and small items like jewelry inside your shoes to save even more space and to keep them safe.
- Place your clothes and lighter items on top of your shoes. Add your clothes and lighter items that you don't plan to access too often while you're traveling to your backpack. Place your rolled clothes on your shoes and add items like toiletries or any other small times on top of them.[13]
- Make sure your toiletries are collected together in a plastic bag so none of the items can fall to the bottom of the bag if you need to reach them.
- Pack any electronics and items you need to access last. Once you've filled your backpack with your clothing and other lighter items, pack your heavier electronics like a computer or tablet and their accessories. Then place the items you'll need to access often like a passport, tickets, or reading material on top of that so you can reach them easily.[14]
- Test out the backpack by wearing it. You'll be travelling and wearing your backpack for a fair amount of time, so you need to make sure it fits comfortably and there aren't any items that are throwing off the weight distribution. Put the backpack on and walk around for a bit to see how it feels. If something feels off, try rearranging your items for a better fit.[15]
- Try sitting and standing with your bag on so you can get an idea of how it will feel when you travel with it.
EditPacking for School - Organize your books and school supplies before you pack them. Stack your books in a neat pile, put your pencils and pens in a pencil case, and put your loose papers into folders or binders before you start to pack your bag so you can get an idea of how much room you'll need and how you can arrange your bag.
- If your school has a supply list, use it as a guide and make sure you've got everything you need.
- Placing smaller items like pens, pencils, and highlighters in their own case will prevent them from getting lost in the backpack.
- Lay the empty backpack flat on a table or bed. Make sure the bag is completely empty before you pack it so you don't miscalculate what you can fit in there. Laying your bag flat on a surface like a table, bed, or even the ground will make it easier for you to start loading larger items into the bag first.[16]
- The backpack should be facing up, with the straps underneath the bag.
- Put heavy items like books into the backpack first. With the bag laid flat, open up the main compartment and put the largest books in first. These will be pressed against your back, so make sure they're even and there aren't any bulges or edges that could dig into your back. The padding on the back of the bag will help to make it more comfortable.[17]
- If your bag is divided into 2 or more large sections, place your books into the rear section closest to the back of the bag, near the straps.
- Stack the books with the largest on the bottom and the smallest on the top
- Place binders, notebooks, and folders on top of books. After you've put your books into your backpack, stack your supplies on top of them, arranging them so that they're even. Start with the larger items like binders and notebooks, then place your folders and other materials on top of them.[18]
- Try to form an even layer so they don't shift around too much when you're wearing the backpack.
- Insert smaller items into the smaller compartments. Use the compartments and pouches at the front of the backpack to hold your smaller items like pencil cases and sticky notes. Anything that you don't want to get crushed by the weight of your books and supplies should be stored in a separate compartment on your backpack.[19]
- Pack any electronics, fragile items, and emergency supplies last. Expensive and fragile electronic items like phones and tablets should be packed last so they're on top of all of the heavier items in your bag. If you have emergency medications like an inhaler, epipen, or insulin supplies, pack them last and in an easy-to-reach location.[20]
- Keep any emergency medications in their own bag so you can pull them all out at once if you need them.
- Put on the backpack to see how it feels before you go to school. If your backpack is too heavy, you could strain or injure yourself. Test your backpack out by putting it on and walking around a bit before you head to school. If you need to readjust any items, it's better to do that before you get to school![21]
- If the backpack feels too heavy or uneven, consider carrying a few of the books or binders instead of packing them in your bag.
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| How to Cut Long Hair Short Posted: 13 Jul 2019 05:00 PM PDT Going from long to short can be a big step for a lot of people. If you've been growing your hair out, but want to make a big change, make sure you pick the right style and go about it in the most stress-free way possible. It doesn't have to be scary. EditChoosing a Style - Match a hairstyle to the shape of your face. Are you going for an ultra-short punk rock look, or just taking a few inches off to give yourself a nice summer style? Whatever kind of new look you're going for, it's very important to match your style to the shape of your face.[1]
- If you have a very round face, you could try a bob or a layered cut that frames your face better.
- If you have a narrower face or more highly defined structure, a pixie style may look better with your features.
- If your face is oval shaped, then you will look good in just about any haircut.
- Consider a layered cut. If you want a dynamic and layered cut, that will involve sectioning off your hair and cutting it at slightly different lengths to get the hair to fall gently and evenly with the back of your head. This will take a little more work to pull off, and might require some help and mirrors.
- To cut your hair in layers, decide where you want the shortest layer to fall and then cut the top layer of hair to that length. Then, use the layer as a guide to cut the rest of your hair longer going towards your shoulders. Hold your hair out at an angle to create a smooth transition from 1 layer to the next. Then work back over the layers to make sure they'll be uniform.
- Consider going super-short. Maybe one of the easiest ways to cut long hair short is to use hair clippers and start buzzing. If you're tired of long hair and want to go ultra-short, you don't need to give it much time or thought with a good pair of clippers.
- Another way to go the quick and dirty route is to put your hair back into a ponytail and just cut it off. Using a mirror, go back over the ends and clean them up, snipping the ends at angles so it'll look more layered.
- Look at hair inspirations. As with any haircut, it can help to find some pictures of hairstyles that you really admire to help you get geared up for the cut. If you think you might like having short hair, it'll definitely help assuage any fears you have if you pick out some flattering short styles to emulate with your own.
- Try to find someone with a similarly featured face. If you've got a rounder face, it probably wouldn't make any sense to pick someone with a very long face to model your hair after.
- Consider going to a hairdresser. If you want to get a lot of hair cut off, it's usually best to go and talk to a hairdresser who cuts hair professionally. This is especially true if you have long hair and want to go for a short, pixie cut. You're perfectly capable of cutting your own hair, but if it's going to be a big job, it's usually best to go to a pro. You can talk about what will look best for your own style, and make sure the cut gets done evenly and professionally. It'll look great.
EditPreparing Your Hair - Use hair treatments before and after. If it's been a long time since you've had your hair cut, make sure that the sudden loss of body doesn't make your hair look limp and thin. Using treatments along with regular shampoo and conditioner will help to keep your hair strong and healthy.
- Try to use treatments that contain keratin which helps to strengthen and nourish your hair. If your hair is severely damaged, use double or triple concentrated keratin treatments.
- Wash your hair thoroughly if you want to cut it yourself. Comb your hair thoroughly and cut your hair damp. Straighten out curls or waves with a straightener tool or a brush and some hairspray or water. If the curls or waves are very loose, they will become straight when you get them wet. However, if you have tight curls, they will probably remain curled when wet so you may need to straighten your hair with a flat iron before you cut it.
- The straighter, the easier. You can use curlers, rollers, or hair tools to restore the curls or waves once the hair is cut, unless you like the straight look.
- You may find it easier to cut your own hair dry. Do what works best for you.[2]
- Use a pair of small, sharp scissors. Hair shouldn't be cut with a ratty old pair of kitchen shears. Make sure that you're using sharp, clean scissors appropriate for cutting hair, so the job goes smoothly and your hair ends up looking great. A small pair of scissors will work best for cutting your own hair.[3]
- Some people like to use razor combs to cut hair, but if your hair is very long, you need to do some cutting with regular scissors first. If you want to finish it with a razor comb, after you've layered, that's fine.
- Cut your hair on a hard floor in a clean space. If you haven't gotten your hair cut for a while, there's going to be a lot of it to collect. If you start with a ponytail, you'll be able to keep it all in one place relatively easily, but otherwise you're going to make a big mess. Take some steps to make sure that it'll be easy to clean up, if you're going to cut indoors.
- Make sure you're somewhere with hard, laminated floors, like the kitchen or the bathroom. Clear out all bathmats, rugs, and other things that'll get in the way of your sweeping. Sweep up the hair immediately when you're finished, into a trash can.
- Alternatively, going outside can make clean up a whole lot easier. Set up a chair on a warm night in the backyard to cut your hair and don't worry about cleaning it up.
- Get some hand mirrors. Regardless of whether or not you or someone else will be doing the actual cutting, it's a good idea to have a couple of hand mirrors ready so that you can periodically check on the work and make sure you're not taking too much off the back. Mirrors allow you to see your head from all angles, making sure that you're not missing anything.
- Mirrors are great for checking your results. However, if you cannot see the area that you want to cut without using a mirror, then don't try to cut it.[4]
EditGetting it Cut - Start with the ends. Depending on how damaged your hair is, you will generally want to cut just above where a majority of your split ends are, or so. This will cause your hair to be much healthier and will help you to maintain your locks. Worry about getting the hair styled and shaped after you've done the damage-control of getting your split ends taken off.
- For curly hair, you may be able to wait up to 8 weeks to get it trimmed, but most other hair types will require trims every 6 weeks to keep their hair healthy.[5]
- Go a little at a time. If you are uncertain on what style you want and are not happy with what has been advised or do not think that it will suit you, start by cutting your hair inch by inch. This way you can tell how short is too short. Don't try to get it over with and chop the hair off in a few seconds. Take your time.
- Measure off the hair accordingly and hold the hair straight in between your fingers. Cut in a straight, even line with no angling if you want a blunt cut. Hold your hair at a 45 degree angle your hair if you're going for a bob. For layers, clip off the hair being used for the next layer or so in sections.
- Remember that you can always cut more hair off, but you can't put it back on!
- Use short, diagonal cuts. You don't want to cut straight across your hair, but make short diagonal snips when you've got your hair about as long as you want it. This helps to keep hair looking healthy and flowing, rather than lank and flat.
- You want to avoid making long, straight cuts on your hair, or it'll look flat and dull. Remember, your hair will dry and won't be as straight (even if you have very straight hair), so there's little point in worrying about getting all the ends the exact same length. Hair looks dynamic when the ends are "evenly irregular."
- Give it a few days. Often changing from long hair to short hair can be such a change that you may not like your end result at all. Often the change only seems bad to you and it can usually take up to a week for the hair to grow to a nice length or for you to get used to it.
- Try to style it in a few different ways and give yourself a chance to experiment. It'll always go back, so even if you're not thrilled with it at first, treat this as a fun little project. Try new styles you've never tried before. Be a new you.
EditThings You'll Need - Ponytail holder
- Sharp Scissors
- Mirror
- Clip
- Comb
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| How to Wear Swim Goggles Posted: 13 Jul 2019 09:00 AM PDT Swim goggles protect your eyes and allow you to see underwater, so knowing how to put them on correctly is important. Start by pressing the eye cups to your face until you feel light suction. Once you've got the eye cups in place, pull the stretchy backstrap up over your head and adjust it to the appropriate length so it secures the goggles but doesn't squeeze too tight. The goggles should form a comfortable seal, keeping water out without pinching your skin. EditPutting on and Taking off Swim Goggles - Grip the goggles by the edges of the eye cups. Hold the goggles so that the inside of the lenses are facing towards you. Place your thumbs at the bottom of the eye cups, then wrap your pointer fingers around the tops of the frames. Your right thumb should be resting on the right cup, with your left thumb on the left cup.[1]
- Flip the backstrap over to the frontside of the goggles to keep it out of the way while you put them on.
- Alternatively, you can start with the backstrap around your neck and the goggles dangling in front of you.
- Press the goggles against your eyes. Bring the goggles up to your face, guiding the eye cups over your eyes. Press your fingers gently into the edges of the frames. You should feel a light suction as they form a seal on the skin around your eyes.[2]
- Only the soft rubber around the inside of the eye cups should come into contact with your face.
- Make sure the eye cups don't pinch or tug at your skin. If they do, you may need to remove and reposition them until they feel comfortable.
- Avoid touching the lenses themselves. Doing so could leave behind smudges and obstruct your vision underwater.
- Guide the backstrap up and over your head. Keeping the goggles pressed to your eyes with one hand, use your other hand to position the strap until it rests against the back of your head at around eye level. When viewed from the side, the strap and the eyepieces should form a straight horizontal line.[3]
- If the strap doesn't feel comfortable where it is, slide it up rather than down. The lower it is, the more likely your goggles will be to slip while you're swimming.
- Adjust the backstrap to get a comfortable and secure fit. Pull the loose end of the rubber strap through the buckle slot on the side of the frame to tighten your goggles. If you want to loosen them instead, lift up on the buckle lever and pull the strap out to put a little slack in it. Your goggles should be snug, but not tight.[4]
- Before you dive in, double-check that the goggles fit securely all the way around your eye sockets and that you can see clearly out of both lenses.
- Pull the backstrap over your head from the back to remove the goggles. When you're ready to take off your goggles, simply reverse the motion you used to put them on. Reach behind your ears and slide your thumbs underneath the sides of the backstrap, then lift it over your crown until the goggles come free.
- Don't try to remove your goggles by pulling on the eye cups. If you're not careful, they could snap back and hit you in the face!
EditTesting Goggles for Fit - Select a pair of goggles that fits comfortably around your eyes. When shopping for a new pair of goggles, try on a few different pairs to compare the shapes of the lenses and the feel of the eye cups. The right pair of goggles should conform to your face to the point where they're hardly noticeable. If the eyepieces pinch, pull, or restrict your field of vision, it's best to go with another pair.[5]
- If you have rounded eye sockets, for example, you'll probably be most comfortable in goggles with smooth, rounded eyepieces. If your eyes are more almond shaped, look for a pair with contoured rubber around the eye cups.
- Taking the time to pick out goggles that fit properly can mean the difference between swimming freely and being in constant discomfort.
- Press the eye cups to your face to test out the suction. Put the eyepieces into position around your eyes, then apply gentle pressure to the edges. If the goggles are a good fit, they should stick to your skin for a few seconds before popping off.[6]
- You don't need to actually slip the backstrap over your head at this point—you're just testing how well the eye cups fit on their own.
- Goggles that fall off immediately are most likely the wrong shape for your face.[7]
- If only one of the eye cups stays put, it doesn't necessarily mean that the goggles are a poor fit. Try on a couple of other pairs and note the differences between them before making a decision.
- Pull on the backstrap to get a feel for how the goggles wear. Once you're satisfied with how the eyepieces fit, finish putting the goggles on the way you normally would. Guide the backstrap over your head so that it's level with the eye cups. With minimal adjusting, it should fit snugly without squeezing.[8]
- If you start to get a headache or experience cloudy vision after wearing the goggles for a couple of minutes, pass them up and look for a more suitable pair.
- The rubber backstrap may pull on your hair during your test fitting. This can be uncomfortable, but it doesn't necessarily mean a bad pair of goggles. You shouldn't have the same problem once you're in the pool or wearing a swim cap.
- Adjust the nose strap by changing the distance between the eyepieces. Some more expensive types of swim goggles feature adjustable nose straps. These can be tightened by unclipping the strap where it meets the eyepiece and reattaching it for a better fit around the bridge of the nose. To loosen the nose strap instead, move the eyepieces further apart.[9]
- Like the eyepieces, it's important that the nose strap fit comfortably if you're going to be wearing your goggles for an extended period of time.
- Not all goggles have adjustable nose straps. As long as the pair you're trying on fit properly around the eyes, adjustable straps aren't a necessity.
- Look for goggles with deep eyepieces if your eyelashes brush the lenses. Brushing eyelashes can be a major distraction when you're trying to concentrate on swimming. To make sure you don't have this problem, try blinking a few times once you've got the goggles on your face. If you feel your lashes scraping the backside of the lenses, consider buying a pair that offers more space.[10]
- Goggles with roomier eyepieces sit further away from the eyes, giving long eyelashes more freedom to move while blinking.
EditFinding the Right Pair of Goggles for You - Pick up some Swedish goggles for affordable comfort. Swedish goggles are an older style of water eyewear that are still popular with many swimmers. They feature eye cups molded out of hard plastic, with lenses that offer UV protection for outdoor swimming. Most pairs also have an adjustable nose strap that joins the eye cups together.[11]
- A 2-pack of Swedish goggles only costs about $15 USD on average, making them a more economical option if you're not set on using top-of-the-line equipment.
- Swedish goggles have to be assembled prior to their first use. For this reason, they may be a little too complicated for small children.[12]
- One downside of Swedish goggles is that the hard plastic used in their construction makes them slightly less comfortable for prolonged wear.
- Shell out for racing goggles for optimum comfort and performance. Racing goggles are made from lightweight, hydrodynamic materials and offer a perfect watertight seal every time. This emphasis on comfort will allow you to focus solely on swimming. As an added bonus, they come in an array shapes and sizes, so you'll always be able to find a pair to fit your face.[13]
- A good pair of racing goggles can run you up to $50 USD, but keep in mind that when it comes to specialty sports equipment, you get what you pay for.
- Since they're smaller than ordinary goggles, racing goggles may put more pressure on the eye sockets when used for long swimming sessions.[14]
- Use tinted lenses to cut down on glare. Goggles with darkened lenses are the swimmer's equivalent of sunglasses. Since they typically offer UV protection and an anti-fog coating, they're useful for blocking out sunlight on bright days. If you tend to most of your swimming outdoors in the morning or afternoon, tinted lenses may be a smart choice.[15]
- You should be able to buy goggles with tinted lenses anywhere that swimming equipment and accessories are sold.
- Like sunglasses, darkened goggles aren't meant for indoor use. Wearing them inside may make it harder to see your mark, the lane dividers, or other swimmers.
- Try out a pair with colored lenses to improve visibility indoors. Colored lenses let in varying amounts of light, which makes them well-suited for a wide range of conditions. Amber and yellow lenses, for example, are effective for making pools appear brighter underwater. Similarly, blue lenses provide optimum clarity for open water swimming.[16]
- Swim goggle lenses come in a variety of different colors. The color that works best for you will depend largely on the depth, color, and water chemistry of the pool you do most of your swimming in.
- When swimming in a poorly-lit environment, it's best to stick with ordinary clear lenses to avoid any additional distortion that could interfere with your vision.
- Order prescription goggles if you have special vision requirements. Visit your eyecare specialist to have a pair made to your exact specifications. Prescription goggles use the same corrective lenses as glasses or contacts, which means you can enjoy crystal clear vision underwater and save room in your gear bag.[17]
- You may also be able to find premade versions in common prescriptions at some swim shops.
- As a general rule, you shouldn't wear contact lenses in the water do to the risk of bacterial contamination. If you're unable to track down prescription goggles, however, you can put in some disposable contacts and throw them away at the end of your session.[18]
- Shopping for swim goggles is a highly personalized process, so don't be afraid to be picky. Give many different fits and styles a shot until you find the pair that looks and feels best for your face.
- Be sure to review the store's return policy before making a purchase. You'll want to know whether they accept returns if you discover that your new goggles don't fit properly after a couple of swims.
- Ensuring a proper fit is especially important if the goggles are being worn by small children. A poor fit may result in leaking and eye irritation.
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