Q: To begin rowing, you'll need to sit at the machine with your feet in front of you on the machine and your knees bent. Your arms will then be straight, extended in front of you, with your knees inside the arms. You will grab hold of the handle with both hands, and your stomach and chest should be resting against the tops of your thighs. This is called the "catch" position. Rowing on a machine consists of several different positions and phases. It's important to know these positions so that you can achieve the right movement on your machine. These movements can then be applied to competitive rowing in the water.  You start at the catch position, and then you move to the release position through the drive phase. The drive phase is when you are pulling the handle towards your body and extending your legs. The release position is the position at the end of the drive phase -- your legs are straight in front of you, your body is sitting upright, and your arms are pulled in towards you. Then, you will move on to the rock over phase, to the recovery phase, and finally back to your catch position. The rock over phase is when you begin to release your arms from the release position, allowing them to go straight, but keeping your legs straight. Then, in the recovery phase, as your upper body bends forward and your arms are fully straightened, you will begin to bend your knees until you've reached the catch position. When you row, you aren't engaging your entire body at once -- there is a sequence involved. Rowing involves using your legs first (by first straightening them), then your core (by pulling your upper body back), then your arms (by pulling the handle to your chest). When you allow the handle to move back to its starting position you will do the reverse, first engaging your arms (by straightening them), then your core (by allowing it to be pulled forward), then your legs (by bending them).  If you engage your muscles out of order or all at once, it can be difficult to get your timing and rhythm right, and it can also decrease the amount of power you are able to use. Make sure when you pull the handle back, that you allow your legs to fully straighten before you initiate the power with your core. Then, when moving to your starting position, make sure your arms are fully straightened before you bend your knees. You are not engaging all parts of your body equally. When rowing, 60 percent of the power will come from your legs, 20 percent in your core, and then 20 percent in your arms. If you use more arm strength than leg strength, you will be able to pull, but you won't be able to do so for long. Your upper body will get tired quickly and you'll begin relying on your momentum to pull rather than your strength. Rowing also depends greatly on your timing. Instead of doing one count out and one count in, you will take one count out and two counts in. This means that as you pull the handle towards you and extend your legs in front of you, you will use one count. Then, as you allow the handle to move back to its starting position, allowing your arms to straighten and then your knees to bend, you will use two counts.  To get the right timing, you can practice saying "one" on the drive, and then "two, three" on the release and recovery phase. Or, you can say "power" on the drive and then "patience, patience" on the release and recovery phase. Timing your strokes is important because you want to make sure you have enough recovery. Because pulling takes more power, you'll need double the amount of time to release so that you can recover and prepare for your next pull.
A: Position yourself. Know the different phases. Learn the linear progression. Perfect the power distribution. Practice the timing.

Article: Compression sacks are designed to compress your clothing to free up space in your suitcase. There are several brands that use a similar design. The bag is designed to compress your clothes together and remove all air from the space. This could end up creating wrinkles. Be sure to roll your clothes instead of folding them. Utilize all the space of your luggage by ensuring all pockets of the space are occupied and well distributed. Although it is good to come prepared, you will have access to running water at some point, so washing clothes won't be off the table. Minimizing the clothes you bring to a minimum will open opportunities for other uses of your suitcase.  Leave behind the tough decision. If you cannot decide if you should bring a harmonica set, don’t bring it. Trust your instincts, but don’t limit yourself too much. Camp is about having fun. Consider each item after minimizing your clothing. Truly think about each potential item and ask yourself “will I use this enough to justify bringing it?” Don’t let an through by saying, “yes, I plan to use this. . . maybe.” You will probably have some sort of down time at camp. Instead of bringing your blackjack set, just bring a deck of cards. Instead of a football that could become bulky when packing, bring a Frisbee. Everyone enjoys a quick Frisbee toss now and again. It is also a great ice breaker in meeting new friends. You might create crafts or even have the opportunity to bring goodies home with you. Instead of creating a nightmare at the end of your trip, bring an extra bag that can easily fold into your bag. This is also a great place to store dirty clothes for the return trip.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Invest in a compression sack. Pack a light load. Consider simple forms of entertainment. Bring a collapsible bag.

Q: A trench coat isn’t only for dressing up. Wearing a trench coat with a plain T-shirt, jeans, and sneakers is a comfortable and fashionable look. You can trade regular jeans for black denim to make the look slightly less casual.  Wear a beige trench coat with a white T-shirt, light jeans, and white sneakers. Throw a light gray sweater over the T-shirt in colder weather. This is a great look for mild spring weather. Wear a pair of denim shorts, with a long sleeve button-up, and a medium length trench coat. Roll the cuffs of your shirt over the cuffs of your trench coat.  Keep the look very casual by pairing this outfit with a pair of plain sneakers. Slightly dress up the look by wearing pointed-toe flats. Pairing a shirtdress with a medium length trench coat is stylish and classy. Pair a beige trench coat with a black shirtdress and flats for a simple look. Wear a dark trench coat with a patterned dress and ankle boots for a slightly dressier look. Choose a brightly colored trench coat to liven up the look. Sportswear isn’t worn only in the gym these days. You can wear nice athletic pants, shirt, and sneakers under a trench coat for a casual and comfortable look. Make sure the sportswear isn’t sweat-stained or torn. The sportswear should be nicer than what you would wear for an intense workout at the gym.  Wear a matching track suit with a gray trench coat. You can also wear a plain sweater with your athletic pants and sneakers.
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Wear a T-shirt and jeans. Pair your coat with denim shorts and a button-up shirt. Try out a shirtdress with your coat. Put on sportswear.