INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You need one no wider than one or two inches. A paddle iron will be too wide.

SUMMARY: Select a skinny flat iron.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you're playing a new opponent, whether it's at a competition or during a friendly game at a family outing, you should assess your opponent's game even while you're warming up. You should look for a few main things: if your opponent is more of an aggressive or defensive player, if his forehand or backhand is his dominant shot, and any weaknesses, such as slow footwork or weak drop shot returns, that you can exploit. Don't hit all of your shots to the same location of the court of your opponent will be able to predict your next move every time. Instead, mix things up by hitting a drop shot followed by a shot to the baseline, or by moving your opponent from the right to the left side of the court. Moving from the front to the back of the court is particularly tricky unless your opponent has very nimble feet. Many players are weaker on the backhand side, so try shooting toward your opponent's backhand and see if this makes your opponent return less shots. If so, continue to exploit your opponent's backhand. Your backhand is the left side for right-handed players and the right side for left-handed players. When you're up at the net, simply hit the shuttle short, just barely over to your opponent's side. This will make your opponent run and will catch him off guard. This is a great technique if your opponent is positioned near the back line. If your opponent knows that you are going to do a short shot, you need to flick the shuttle over the opponent or to another side and if you didn't do this, your opponent will fly the shuttle near the back line. If your opponent hits the shuttle straight at you, hit the shuttle in a different direction instead of hitting it right back at your opponent, where he will expect it to go. This will work especially well if the shuttle has generated a lot of momentum. If you're quick on your feet, you can change the direction of the shuttle and not give your opponent enough time to react to a fast-moving shuttle. If you have mastered the drop shot, then use it to make your opponent run all the way to the front of the court. Then return the next shot all the way to the back of the court. Not only will this force your opponent to be quick on his feet, but it will also catch him off guard. This is also a great way to tire your opponent. To do a drop shot, hit the shuttle lightly so it just crosses the net. If you like staying near the net, serve short, hit drop shots, and do whatever you can to make sure that your opponent can't hit the shuttle to the back line. If you're more comfortable at the back line, then serve long and hit speedy long shots so your opponent doesn't have a chance to move you toward the net. Make the opponent lose all control as you play your style of game and maximize your strengths.

SUMMARY: Understand your opponent's game. Make your opponent move around the court. Shoot toward your opponent's backhand. Hit a simple short shot. Change the direction of the shuttle. Hit a drop shot followed by a shot to the back of the court. Make your opponent play your style of game.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A saline (salt) water nasal spray can be used to help you unstuff your nose and help keep your nose clear. Even if it doesn't fix your sinuses completely, it can help loosen the pressure enough to get you to sleep. You will need water, salt, and a small spray bottle.  The spray bottle should be a one to two ounce bottle. You can use sea salt or table salt.  Boil eight ounces of water and allow it to cool until it is very warm. Add ¼ teaspoon of salt to the eight ounces of water. Mix well. Add ½ teaspoon of baking soda.  The baking soda will help lessen the sting of a very sore nose. Pour into a spray bottle. Spray one or two squirts into each nostril as needed. Repeat this only four to five times a day. One common cause of stuffy nose is allergies. If these are causing you to have a stuffy nose, especially at bedtime, try taking an antihistamine before bed. It may also have the added bonus of causing you to get sleepy, which will also help you sleep better even if your nose is still stuffy. Many antihistamines cause drowsiness. Look for a non-drowsy antihistamine if you need to take it during the day. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how the antihistamine affects you. If your stuffy nose is caused by allergies, you may want to to try a nasal steroid spray to reduce inflammation. When you use these sprays you will experience quick relief, but you'll need to use the spray continuously to get the full benefit.  Most nasal steroid sprays need a prescription, but there are current two available over-the-counter — Flonase and Nasacort. If you have seasonal allergies, start using a nasal steroid spray at the beginning of the season to lessen your symptoms.  When spraying the spray into your nostril, you'll want to point it toward the outer-wall of the nostril, not straight up or toward the inner-wall (septum).  Side effects may include dryness or stinging, sneezing, and throat irritation. If you experience a headache and nosebleeds, call your doctor right away. While you are sleeping, prop up your entire upper body. This can help drain your sinuses and keep them from getting stuffy.  If you can, put some blocks under the head of the bed to raise the whole bed. If you can't find any way to clear your sinuses, this will also help you sleep. Keeping your head up will ease sinus congestion to help you sleep. To cut down on stuffiness due to dry air, keep your bedroom humidified. To do this, use either a humidifier or keep a bowl of water near your head. The water will evaporate during the night and help keep your sinuses damp. Dry sinuses make stuffy noses worse. Keeping the air humid in the area where you sleep will help you sleep better with a stuffy nose.

SUMMARY: Make or purchase a saline spray. Take an antihistamine. Try a nasal steroid spray if you have allergies. Prop up your body. Use a humidifier.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can find compressed air cans at office supply stores, electronics stores, and online suppliers. Test it by aiming it downward and pressing the nozzle down. Get a feel for how much air comes out with each spray. Purchase a can with a straw for increased accuracy. Screw the thin straw onto the nozzle of your compressed air can. Give it a test by aiming it downward and pressing the nozzle down. The air should blow from the tip of the straw.  Tighten the straw if you can feel air coming out of the sides of the nozzle as you spray. Skip the straw if you're comfortable aiming your compressed air can without it.

SUMMARY:
Purchase a can of compressed air. Connect the straw to the nozzle of the can to improve accuracy.