A way to get higher toe touches is to use the wall as resistance. To get started, find a wall (wide enough for your legs to spread out on) and then lay down on your back (facing the wall). Next place your legs against the wall, pushing your butt up against the wall as far as it'll go. At this point, your body is in an "L" shape. After that, slowly open your legs until you start to feel a stretch. Stretch them as far as you can. As the days go by, gradually your legs should go lower and lower and it'll start to look like you're doing the splits on the wall. Do this each day for about 5 minutes.
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One-sentence summary -- Stretch your legs against the wall.

Q: Some people get nervous when talking to a baby—don't worry, there's not necessarily a right or wrong way. But there are several things you can do to make your conversation enjoyable and effective for both of you. One of the best ways to talk to your baby is to simply repeat what they say.  Imitating a baby tells them that what they are trying to say matters to you. Simply repeat the sounds your baby makes. For example, if they say "Ki ki!" you can say "Ki ki!" right back. Use different inflections in your voice to make it feel more like a conversation. When you repeat the baby's sounds, offer additional encouragement in the form of smiles and a positive tone of voice. When you are talking to a baby, show enthusiasm. Respond in an upbeat tone to whatever noises she makes. If your baby is crying, respond to her vocally. Try saying, "What's wrong? Are you hungry?"  Babies can tell when you are paying attention to them. When your baby is "talking" to you, respond. If your baby is not being vocal, but is looking around or trying to grab for something, you can respond to those cues, too. For example, say, "Are you looking at your brother? That's your brother, Steve. He's coloring right now." Your baby can interpret your tone of voice, so make it encouraging. When talking to a baby, try to demonstrate enthusiasm. This shows your interest, and that you are engaged with what they’re doing.  Try offering an exclamation when your baby does something. For instance, you can say, "Wow, what a big smile! That makes my day!" Offer encouraging statements to show your enthusiasm. Try "I'm so glad to be home from work! I'm excited for time with you!" They might not understand the words, but they will pick up on the sentiment. Your baby might not understand everything you do, but the best way for them to learn is by show and tell. Throughout the day, describe your actions to your baby. Say, "Let's get you dressed and then go eat breakfast!" After hearing these types of things repeatedly, the meaning will start to sink in.  Use descriptive words. You could say, "It's a good thing we put your hat on. It is cold today. Brrr!" Experts have not found that baby talk impedes a baby's ability to learn. So feel free to mix in a silly tone or a wacky phrase you like into your narration. Do what feels natural to you, while mixing in adult phrases and words. Research shows that babies can detect rhythmic patterns when they are only 1 day old. That means from almost the moment they are born, music can be an important part of a baby's life. Try singing to your baby to connect with them.  Singing and music are comforting to your baby, so try a simple melody if they are fussing. Singing has also been shown to be beneficial for the language development of a baby. Choose an old favorite like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, or introduce them to your favorite Adele song.
A: Imitate your baby. Be responsive. Show enthusiasm. Narrate your day. Sing to your baby.

Article: The point of any swimming unit is to learn how to swim (or to improve in your swimming skills), and you won’t get much out of the class if you don’t participate and make an effort. Whether this is your first time in the pool or you’re an experienced swimmer, get out there, participate, and have fun! Even if you can’t swim, try your best. Most teachers can recognize when someone is trying and will give you a good grade for effort. High school swim unit is a great opportunity to improve your swimming skills, especially if you plan to compete in a swim club. Your swim coach is most likely a highly qualified individual who cares about his or her students and wants to help them swim better. Even if you’re not a competitive swimmer and have no plans to become one, you should still obey the coach. He or she can lend a fun sense of community to the class, and swimming is a great way to stay in shape. Many high-school students are already involved in a swim team, and regularly compete in swimming or diving competitions. Learning from a coach is especially valuable if you’re already a competitive swimmer. Even if you routinely swim and train at a private swimming club, your high school coach can add a sense of community and team spirit to your swimming. Focus on learning new strokes and improving your time; tune out distractions. Take your training—even if it’s not at your normal swim club—as seriously as possible.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Try your best in the pool. Listen to the coach and follow their direction. Improve your competitive swimming abilities.