| How to Pose for Pictures Posted: 26 Jun 2020 01:00 AM PDT Everyone wants to look great in pictures, but it can sometimes be a little hard to know what will make you look your best. Luckily, there are a few quick tricks that can help you feel more confident in any photo. Whether you're taking a selfie or having a professional photograph taken, a little practice will likely help you feel more confident in front of the camera. [Edit]Looking Great in Selfies - Hold the camera slightly above your eye level for a flattering shot. When you're taking a selfie, it's usually most flattering if you hold the camera up and angle it slightly downward. Then, look up into the camera, lifting your eyebrows slightly. That will give you a wide-eyed, fresh look that's picture-perfect.[1]
- Play around with different angles to add variety to your feed. While the top-down look is a great angle for most people, don't be afraid to experiment with different shots, especially if you'll be posting a lot of selfies! For instance, you might try holding the camera off to the side, or you might stand in front of a mirror to show off a cool outfit.[2]
- Your followers might get bored if you only post pictures of yourself from the exact same angle every time.
- Turn so you're facing into the light. Just like if someone else is taking a picture of you, you'll get the most flattering glow if you angle your face toward the nearest light source. Just be sure to avoid direct sunlight, which can leave harsh shadows on your face.[3]
- If you're in direct sunlight, find a shaded spot nearby where you can take your selfie.
- If you don't have good lighting, try using your camera's flash. You can also invest in a portable ring light if you want great selfie lighting wherever you go!
- Lengthen your neck and sit or stand up straight. Imagine that there's a string coming out of the top of your head, pulling your body straight up. Lift your head and neck, and push your shoulders down.[4]
- This will create a long line that will emphasize the curve of your neck and shoulders.
- Exhale softly to make your lips look full and relaxed. Whether you're smiling, scowling, or pouting, it's easy to accidentally tighten your mouth when you're focused on taking a selfie. To keep your mouth relaxed, gently blow air through your lips right before you snap the picture.[5]
- Don't let your cheeks fill up with air as you do this, or your face will appear rounder than it is!
- Take a lot of shots, then study them to discover your best angles. Snap as many pictures as you can stand to, making tiny changes in your facial expression and the angles of your head and body. Then, go through your camera roll. Study the photos to see what you like and don't like. As you get more experienced, you'll start to learn the angles that are most flattering to your face, and posing for a selfie will most likely start to feel more natural.[6]
- Everyone's perfect angle is different, and finding what works for you can take some experimentation. For instance, you might shoot from above if you have a big chin, but you might shoot from the side or below if you have a big forehead.
- Look for interesting backdrops to include in your selfies. Don't just recreate the same shot all the time. Instead, take selfies in a wide variety of different spots, and try to include at least a little of the background in the frame. That way, every selfie will offer something new to the viewer—and it's a great way to keep track of your favorite experiences, too!
- For instance, you might take a selfie standing in front of your favorite food truck one day, then post a shot of yourself and your best friend waiting in line at the movies the next day.
[Edit]Taking Casual Pictures - Pose in front of an uncluttered background. Do a quick scan behind you to make sure there's nothing that will pull the focus away from you. If there is, angle the shot so you can't see whatever's in the background, or pick another location to shoot. No matter how cute you look, if there's a distracting image in the background of your photo, that's all anyone will see.[7]
- For instance, make sure there aren't any objects behind you that will look like they're coming out of your head, like a stop sign or a tree branch. You might also check for people, trash, or even just an unmade bed.
- For a cool, artistic feel, try standing in front of a brightly-colored wall. However, avoid backdrops with busy patterns, as they can be distracting.
- Face the light. Before you take a picture, turn so you're facing into a soft light source. This will give you a flattering glow, whereas standing with your back to the light can create harsh, unflattering shadows on your face.[8]
- For instance, if you're indoors, you might face the center of the room, or you might stand near a window facing outward.
- Shoot with the camera angled down to make your face look more defined. Have the person taking the picture stand so the camera is slightly above your eye level. Then, look up into the camera to create a flattering angle that focuses on your beautiful eyes![9]
- This approach works for close-up photos as well as shots that include your whole body.
- Keep your mouth and face relaxed. Gently close your lips, then imagine drawing just the corners of your mouth up into a slight smile. This will keep your facial muscles relaxed, and combined with the look in your eyes, it can result in an intriguing photo that will pull the viewer in and leave them wondering what your secret is.[10]
- For a more mischievous look, try only smiling with one corner of your mouth.
- Roll your shoulders back. Before you take the picture, straighten your back, lengthen your neck, and roll your shoulders back. Whether the picture will be of just your face or your whole body, having good posture will help you look and feel more confident, and that's going to translate into a better pic.[11]
- Keeping your shoulders rolled back will also make your neck look longer, which will create more definition around your chin and jawline.[12]
- Turn at a 30-45° angle toward the camera to look slimmer. Shooting straight-on will emphasize the width of your shoulders, chest, and waist. If you'd prefer for these areas to look more narrow, turn away from the camera at a slight angle.[13]
- If you have a "good side," make sure you angle yourself so that is the side facing the camera.
- Stand with one foot angled away from the other. Having both of your feet planted at the same angle will make the rest of your body look stiff and blocky. Instead, turn one foot to a slight angle to the other.[14]
- If you'd prefer, you can cross one leg in front of the other, instead. Shots where it looks like you're walking can be very flattering, as well.[15]
- Lift slightly onto your toes to look taller.
- Keep your arms slightly bent. To look relaxed and natural, bend your arms slightly at your elbows. You can also place one or both hands on your hips, if you'd like, but keep your elbows pushed back so you still look like you're at ease.[16]
- If you want your arms to appear more muscular, keep them tight against your body. However, if you'd prefer your arms to look more slender, hold them slightly away from your body.[17]
- If you cross your arms, keep them crossed loosely to avoid looking tense.
- Interact naturally if there are other people in the photo. If you're posing for a couple's photo or a group shot, act relaxed, and try to pose so that everyone is doing something slightly different. However, don't be afraid to connect with the other people in the shot—making eye contact, holding hands, or putting your arms around each other can all add warmth to the shot.[18]
- For instance, if you're taking a photo with a group of your friends, you might drape your arm over the person next to you. In a couple's photo, you might embrace your significant other and look into the camera.
- If you're in doubt about what to do, just try to pose in a way that looks relaxed and natural for you.
[Edit]Posing for Professional Photos - Opt for a solid-colored or simple background. In a professional photograph, you should be the main focus. Ask your photographer to shoot you in front of a plain backdrop. Or, if you'd prefer, you can shoot in your office or another professional setting. Just make sure the shot is framed so it's free of anything that will distract the viewer from the shot of you.[19]
- For instance, if you're a doctor, if you choose to shoot a professional picture in your examination room, make sure to clear the counters of promotional materials and samples so the shot will be uncluttered.
- Take several deep breaths to relax. If you feel nervous or tense in front of the camera, that's going to show in your body and your face when you look at your photos. To help yourself feel more comfortable, take several long, deep breaths, which will help you release any tension that you might be holding in.[20]
- For instance, try breathing in for 4 counts, holding your breath for 4 counts, and exhaling for 4 counts. Repeat that 2 or 3 times, or until you start to feel calm.
- Face into the nearest light source. When you're taking a professional headshot or another picture where you need to look business-like, try to sit or stand so your face is turned toward the brightest light in the room. That way, there won't be any shadows obscuring your face in the finished photo.[21]
- If you're working with a professional photographer, they may provide their own light source, or they may use reflectors to bounce light back onto your face.
- Push your tongue against your teeth to create a genuine smile. If you want to look like you're having a great time, smile widely, then press your tongue against the back of your top teeth in the front of your mouth. This will help lift your cheeks, which will result in a more natural-looking smile.[22]
- For an even more natural smile, think of someone or something you really love while you're posing.
- Experiment with looking into the camera or off in the distance. When you look into the camera, you'll project confidence and boldness. Keep your eyes soft, but don't be afraid to give a direct stare. However, if you'd prefer more of a candid look, try looking into the middle distance, instead.
- Hold a prop if you need something to do with your hands. Grab a cup of coffee, your phone, or even a purse strap before you take the shot. That way, you won't have to worry about how to hold your hands, and you can look and act more natural while your picture is being taken.[23]
- If you don't have anything nearby that you can use as a prop, try lightly holding one of your wrists with the other hand.
- You can also touch your cuff or your collar, or you can tuck your hair behind your ears.
- If you put your hands in your pockets, try to keep your elbows angled slightly back.
- Stand up straight with your shoulders back. Having good posture will make you look taller and create more flattering angles, but it will also make you look more confident. When you look like you feel good about yourself, you'll be able to project a more professional appearance, so your clients will feel more confident in your abilities, as well.[24]
- It can sometimes help to picture a string running all the way from the bottom of your spine through the top of your head. Imagine that someone is pulling on the top of that string to help lift your posture.
- Angle your body toward the camera to look slimmer. Instead of taking the picture straight on, which can make you look broader, try turning about 30°-40° away from the camera. Combined with good posture, this will make you look taller, slimmer, and more confident, which may help boost your professional image.[25]
- If you'd prefer more of a straight-on shot but you'd still like this slimming effect, stand at an angle, then turn your shoulders back toward the camera. This will make your waist and hips look more narrow.
- Bend your arms and legs to look more natural. Standing or sitting with your arms and legs straight out will make you look stiff and uncomfortable. Instead, try posing so your limbs form natural angles, like standing with one knee slightly bent and a hand on your hip, or sitting with your legs crossed.[26]
- Hold your arms away from your body slightly if you want them to look more slender, or press them into your sides if you want them to look more muscular.[27]
- If you need help deciding what to do with your hands, try holding a prop that's related to your profession. For instance, if you're a teacher, you might hold a pen, and if you're a cook, you might use a spatula.
- Have the photographer shoot slightly upward if you want to look more powerful. If you're taking a photo where your whole body will show and you want to look taller and leaner, ask the person taking the picture to hold the camera just below your eye level. Then, they can tilt the camera up slightly to make sure your whole body is in the frame. This will make you look authoritative and powerful, so be sure to adopt a confident pose![28]
- Typically, it's best if you stand a little further away from the camera for this shot.
- This angle can emphasize the area under your chin, so keep your head tilted upward.
[Edit]Shooting Outdoors - Avoid taking pictures in direct sunlight. You'll find yourself squinting in the bright sun, and the light will cast shadows on your face. Instead, stand in a spot that's slightly shaded, then face into the indirect light.
- If you can't avoid being in the bright sun, you can recreate indirect lighting by facing away from the sun. If you or your photographer has one, have someone hold up a reflector (or even a piece of white posterboard) to bounce the light back onto you, which will help you avoid shadows on your face.[29]
- Sunrise and sunset are the best times of day to take pictures because the light creates a soft warmth in photos.
- Include natural scenery in the background of your picture. One great thing about taking pictures outdoors is that you'll often have plenty of interesting things around that you can include in your shot. Try shooting in front of a picturesque view, for instance, or just sit next to a tree for a simple, natural photo.[30]
- Make sure there's nothing in the background that will spoil the natural beauty of your picture, like litter or power lines.
- Interact with whatever's around you. When you're taking pictures outside, it gives you a unique chance to incorporate the natural world into your shot. Try taking a picture where you're smelling a beautiful flower, for instance, or climb up on a nearby large rock.
- Remember to always prioritize safety! Never climb over guardrails or other safety barriers for the sake of getting a photo, and always keep an eye on your surroundings, including other people, animals, and traffic.
- Try big, bold poses to make the most of the space. When you're shooting indoors, you might not have a lot of room to move around and experiment with different shots. Outdoors, however, you can run, jump, throw your arms up in the air, and interact with the world around you. Get out and get moving to see what inspires you during your photo shoot![31]
- Take a few shots first in safe poses. That way, you'll know you'll have something to fall back on, and you can be more creative with your posing as the shoot progresses.
- If you can, check your appearance in a mirror or the front-facing camera on your phone before you take a picture.
- Wear a color that contrasts with your skin for a more flattering photo.[32]
- Try taking several pictures at once so you can pick and choose from your favorites.[33]
- If someone else is taking your picture, ask them to give you advice on the poses that look best for you.
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| How to Stretch Posted: 25 Jun 2020 05:00 PM PDT Stretching correctly will increase your flexibility and reduce your risk of injuries when exercising or going about your daily life. Start with some very basic stretches if you're a beginner. Work on stretches when your muscles are warmed up, such as after you've been exercising or at least walking around a bit. You can do these stretches every day for increased flexibility or just 3-4 times a week. If you're more advanced, try stretches that target individual areas of your body. [Edit]Trying Basic Stretches for Increased Flexibility - Bend backward slightly while standing to stretch your back. Put your hands on your lower back. Tilt your self back at the waist, lengthening the muscles. Make sure to keep your knees straight while doing this stretch. After a couple of seconds, return to the starting position.[1]
- Repeat this stretch 2-10 times. This is a good stretch for back pain.
- Stretch your back while lying on your stomach. Good news! You get to lie down for this stretch. Get down on your stomach with your arms to your sides and turn your head to one side; that's it for the first part of this stretch. Just relax. Then, after a few minutes, move your arms so your elbows are still at your side but you're balanced on your forearms. Lift up the top half of your body like a seal, resting on your elbows and forearms. Stay in this position for 5-30 seconds, breathing slowly as you do.[2]
- Try 2-10 reps for this exercise. Stay as relaxed as possible.
- This exercise is also good for back pain.
- Do a standing side stretch to work on your whole body at once. Place your feet together on the floor. Bring your hands together and extend them upwards straight above your head, breathing in as you do. Tilt your body to the right side at your waist and hold this position as you breathe in and out 5 times. Do the same on the other side. It's okay if you can't tilt very far right now. You'll get there![3]
- One repetition is often enough, but you can do it multiple times if you prefer.
- Touch your toes from a chair to stretch your upper body, back, and legs. Sit up straight in a chair. Tilt your upper body forward until your chest is on your legs (or as close as you can get to it) and reach your arms toward the floor. Don't worry about actually touching your toes; it's important just to stretch as far as you can right now! Stay in this position for 5-30 seconds, then put your arms on your legs to help push yourself back to your starting position.[4]
- Aim for 2-10 reps of this exercise.
- Work on a simple bound-angle stretch for your whole body. Sit on the floor with your feet in front of you. Place the bottoms of your feet together and draw them toward your body so they're about away; your knees should be bent. Breathe out and tip your torso forward to place your hands flat on the ground in front of you. Stay in this position as you breathe in and out 5 times.[5]
- Try doing this 2-3 times.
- It's okay if you can't do this stretch yet. Just keep working on doing what you can.
[Edit]Stretching Your Upper Body - Work on your shoulders and triceps. While standing, reach your left arm across the front of your body so it extends out past your right shoulder. Use your left hand to press the arm toward your body, stretching your right shoulder. Then, lift the right arm toward the right shoulder. With your elbow pointing up, place that hand behind the shoulder. Pull back on your right elbow with your left hand, stretching your triceps.[6]
- Repeat the process with the opposite arm, too.
- Sit on the floor and extend your arms behind you to stretch your biceps. Place your feet flat on the floor and your knees bent up in front of you. Put your arms behind you with your palms face down and your fingers pointing away from your body. Slowly move your butt forward toward your feet, keeping your hands in place. Hold this position for about 30 seconds.[7]
- Try this 2-3 times. This will also stretch your shoulders and chest.
- Overstretching may cause bicep tears, so stretch carefully to prevent this from happening.
- Bend your hands up and down to extend your wrist muscles. Extend your left arm out in front of you with your palm facing out. Use your right hand to bend your hand back toward your body as far as it will comfortably go, holding it for 30 seconds. Then, drop your left hand down and use your right hand to pull it back toward your body with the palm facing you, holding it for 30 seconds again. Repeat with the other arm.[8]
- Face a corner to stretch your chest and back. Stand about from the corner with your feet shoulder-width apart. Place one forearm on each wall with your elbows resting a little below your shoulders. Tilt your upper body forward toward the corner as far as you comfortably can. If you can't go very far, that's fine. Just do what you can! Hold this position for 30-60 seconds.[9]
- You can do this stretch 3-5 times a day.
- Do a reclined spinal twist to stretch your back. Lie down on the floor with your back on the ground. Place your arms and legs out straight. Bring your left leg up toward your chest then let it fall over your right leg. Keep your shoulders on the floor and your right leg out straight. Hold this position for 30 seconds and then do the same on the other side.[10]
- Use a levator scapulae stretch for your neck. Raise your right arm up so that your upper arm is straight out to the right of your shoulder to the side and the area from your elbow to your hand is pointing up. Set your elbow on a wall or doorjamb to help rotate your shoulder blades and stretch your neck. Then, pull your chin away from that arm and down toward your chest to stretch the muscle more. Do the same on the other side.[11]
- Just do this once on each side.
[Edit]Working on Your Lower Body - Step forward to stretch your calf muscles. Place your hands on your hips and step forward with your right leg. Keep your left leg stretched out straight behind you. Lean forward and stretch your Achilles tendon all the way against the floor. Repeat with the other leg.[12]
- Do this once on each side, holding for 30 seconds each.
- Lift your leg behind and grab your foot to stretch your quadriceps. While standing, pull one leg up behind you, like a flamingo. Hold onto your foot to help maintain this position, and brace your other hand on a wall if you need help balancing. Keep your back straight, and hold this position for 30 seconds. Do the same on other side. If you can't grab your foot, that's okay, too. Just stretch your leg up as far as you can.[13]
- Use this stretch once on each side.
- Work on your hamstrings by grabbing the back of your legs. While standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and legs straight, bend over, breathing out as you do. Hold on to the back of your legs, and stay in this position for 30-45 seconds or even longer.[14]
- To help yourself get back up, bend your knees slightly and use the momentum to push yourself upward.
- Use the butterfly stretch for your legs and groin. Sit on the floor and press the soles of your feet together to form the butterfly position. With your feet as close to your body as possible, put your hands on your ankles and line your elbows up with your knees. Push against your elbows with your legs, trying to bring them together as you push back with your elbows.[15]
- Hold this for 30 seconds.
- If you want to stretch before exercising, make sure to warm up first by doing some light walking or another type of gentle exercise to get your muscles warm.
- Try stretching after your work out. Your muscles will be flexible and warmed up, which decreases your chances of injury.[16]
[Edit]Warnings - Don't try to push yourself beyond what your body is telling you. While being slightly uncomfortable is fine, if something is sharply painful, stop.
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| How to Use a Weed Whacker Posted: 25 Jun 2020 09:00 AM PDT Weed whacking is an integral component of yard maintenance, especially in the spring and summer. A weed whacker, also known as a weed eater or trimmer, uses a spinning wire to cut overgrown grass and brush in a small area. This may sound a bit intense, but actually, once you know how to take the right safety precautions and use the correct technique, it's easy to use a weed whacker. [Edit]Operating a Weed Whacker Safely - Wear safety glasses, gloves, and sturdy shoes to protect yourself. A weed whacker is a power tool and can cause serious injury if the wire comes into contact with you. Sturdy, close-toed shoes will protect your feet from injury, while work gloves and glasses will protect your hands and eyes from flying debris that the machine will kick up.[1]
- Gloves will also keep your fingers and palms from becoming sore from holding the weight of the weed whacker.
- You can typically buy this type of protective gear at any store that sells weed whackers.
- For even more protection, wear a sturdy pair of jeans or work pants to guard the bottoms of your legs.
- Refrain from using the weed whacker over rocks or other hard objects. Large rocks or hard objects will wear down your nylon cutting wire very quickly. Remove small- to medium-sized objects from your work area before you begin trimming.
- If a rock or object is too large to be removed, use the weed whacker very slowly and conservatively around it in order to avoid damaging your nylon wire.
- Small rocks can also be kicked up or tossed around by the weed whacker, so it's important for your own safety to avoid them as well.
- Avoid cutting the power cable while using an electric weed whacker. This may cause a short circuit, as well as damage your tool (and possibly yourself). Keep the power cable behind you at all times when using the weed whacker to minimize the chances of accidentally cutting it.[2]
- If you're using a gas-powered device, this isn't applicable.
- Before you begin trimming, check to make sure that your power cable stretches as far as needed to do a complete job. If it doesn't, connect the cable to an extension cord.
- Check to see if your weed whacker has a "kill switch" that turns it off. Most weed whackers have a throttle or trigger that you constantly hold while you're using the device. When you release this trigger, the weed whacker automatically shuts off. Check the owner's manual for your particular device to locate this kill switch or to confirm that your device doesn't have one.
- If your weed whacker doesn't have this type of throttle, make sure you know how to safely turn off the device before you begin using it.
- Note that gas-powered weed whackers produce dangerous fumes. The fumes from a gas-powered tool can be dangerous if inhaled, especially when they're concentrated. Be sure to use a gas-powered weed whacker in an open area with plenty of ventilation to avoid breathing in too much of these fumes.[3]
- You don't have to worry about fumes if you're working with an electric weed whacker.
- Allow the engine to cool down before storing your weed whacker. Lay the device on concrete or another non-flammable surface for 5-10 minutes before going to put it away. Never place a hot engine in a storage room or near flammable materials.
- For best results, leave the weed whacker to cool off in the shade rather than in direct sunlight.
- Store the weed whacker by placing it on a shelf, hanging it vertically on the wall, or simply laying it flat on the floor of your garage. Be sure to keep the weed whacker away from moisture, open flames, or sparks.
[Edit]Using the Right Technique - Pull out of wire and start the weed whacker. In most situations, this is the optimal length of wire to use to generate the most cutting power. Crank the starter cord to start a gas-powered weed whacker or simply press the "On" button to start an electric tool.
- Note that you may need to prime a gas-powered weed whacker in order to start it. Check your owner's manual for specific instructions on how to do this with your particular device.
- Be sure to hold down the "kill switch" throttle in order to start the device.
- Hold the weed whacker with 1 hand on the trigger and the other on the handle. This is both the most comfortable and safest way to hold your weed whacker while you're using it. Be sure to keep the trigger end at waist level at all times.
- Watch out for any strains in your wrists or back while you're using the weed whacker. If you notice any strain, stop and rest for a few minutes before continuing.
- If your weed whacker comes with a shoulder strap, put the straps over both arms and clip the weed whacker to the bottom of the strap to take some of the weight off your arms.
- Lower the head to about above the ground. Don't try to cut the weeds all the way down to the ground; you'll just end up slicing dirt and wasting your cord. If the grass needs to be leveled out after you finish trimming, break out a lawn mower to finish the job.
- Try to keep the weed whacker as level as possible when you lower it to the ground. Otherwise, your trimming job will come out uneven.
- Move the weed whacker side-to-side about at a time. Move the weed whacker forward in the direction in which the wire spins. For instance, if the wire spins in a clockwise direction, move the weed whacker forward from left to right. Use a steady side-to-side motion to cut with the weed whacker as you slowly walk forward.[4]
- Gently move the weed whacker from side to side without swinging it. This will not only give you better cutting results, but is also much safer.
- Aim to cut with the tip of the nylon wire. This is where the force generated by the weed whacker will be the strongest and hence most effective at cutting plants. Don't try to cut large swaths of weeds with the whole wire; this may cause the engine to overload.
- This is especially important if you're cutting tall, thick, or densely clumped together weeds, since these will be very difficult to cut.
- Tilt the weed whacker on its side to edge along a hard surface. Turn the tool 90 degrees and hold it very firmly to avoid dropping it. Move the spinning wire along the side of the hard surface to create a "gap" between the surface and the surrounding plants.[5]
- If this is the first time this particular area has been edged, you may want to slightly cut into the dirt to create a more prominent gap between the surface and the grass.
- If you are using a gas-powered weed wacker, then you should mix gas in the right proportion for the weed wacker to work efficiently.
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