Q: If you plan on opening a bar or restaurant that serves alcohol, it's important that you begin the process of obtaining your liquor license as early as possible.  Getting approved for a liquor license takes time - in some places as long as a year. Therefore, it should be one of the first considerations when planning your new business venture. The cost of obtaining your liquor license can vary greatly. In some cases you will only need to pay a few hundred dollars to cover the application fee and taxes.  Unfortunately, due to the license quotas that exist in many towns and cities, you may be required to buy a license from an existing bar, liquor store or restaurant. When this happens, the cost of your obtaining your license could rocket into the thousands of dollars range. When buying a license from another business, make sure to have a lawyer (preferably one who's familiar with liquor licensing) look over the agreement and answer any questions you might have. As explained in Part 1 above, there are usually different licenses for different types of businesses -- for example, running a local tavern will require a different license than opening a liquor store.  Therefore, as part of you application, you will need to write a clear description of the type of business you will be running. You should include information on whether you intend to sell alcohol for consumption on the premises and on the percentage of your total income you expect to come from the sale of alcohol. You should also include information on what type of alcohol you will be serving or selling -- wine, beer, hard liquor or a combination of the three. This is important as some types of alcohol (such as spirits) require a different license than others (such as beer). You can acquire the necessary forms from your local council or ABC agency and the The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. In some states you will need to submit an application to both the state and your local town or county.  The application will include details about your business and your personal background. Details such as your age, your business experience and having a clean personal record may affect the state's decision to grant you a license. You will also need to include a number of important documents with your application, which may include: a certificate of incorporation, a partnership agreement, your company constitution, a copy of your proposed food menu, photos or drawings of the building's exterior and a floor plan of the interior, a code compliance certificate and a copy of the certificate of title for the premises. After you submit your application, a notice will be posted at the proposed location of your business, including your name, the type of license you are applying for and what selling privileges the proposed license would entitle you to.  This notice must be publicly displayed for a set amount of time (which varies by state). During this time, anyone from the local community can come forward and contest your application. Depending on the state or city laws, you may also be required to post an announcement of your liquor license application in the local newspaper, and in some places, reach out to local neighborhood organizations such as schools, places of worship and nearby parks. If there are no objections to your application, local government will proceed with reviewing your application as normal. If there are objections, you may be called forward to defend your proposal at a public hearing, before a final decision is made.
A: Start as early as possible. Consider the cost. Write a clear outline of the type of business you will be running. Fill in the necessary forms and provide any required documentation. Be prepared to defend your proposal.

Q: You'll need a decent rail to grind on before you learn this trick. Look for rails over five feet long, preferably close to the ground. Local skate parks often have grind rails made just for tricks, so check there. You can also grind on curbs, but they'll need to be painted or waxed. Start about 10 feet away from the rail, or as far away as space allows. Push off and get some speed, making sure to line up your feet in their correct stance. Stay relaxed as you get closer to the rail. Once your front wheel is even with the rail, jump up and towards the rail. Jump as you normally would, crouching down and springing up to get a lot of height, but spring slightly towards the rail so you can position yourself over it. More height isn't necessarily better here, just jump high enough to get over the rail. Let gravity pull you and your scooter down to the rail. You'll want to land so that the bottom of your deck lies across the railing, either perpendicular or at a slightly smaller angle. Keep your foot position solid as possible, which will make balancing a lot easier. The momentum that you built up will carry you across the rail, pushing you forward to “grind” along it. Keep your balance by actively shifting weight either left or right. Your foot placement will be essential here, because your feet are anchoring you to the deck and to the rail. It might take a couple of practice runs to get comfortable balancing. You can either ride to the end of the rail or jump off mid-rail; it depends on your preference or any trick combo you have in mind. Pick your point to jump off, then plant your feet firmly on the deck. Continue to maintain your balance, then perform the simple jump up and out away from the rail. Don't make this a super high jump: you only need it to clear the rail a bit and make sure your wheels don't get caught on it. Land the trick with solid foot placement, keeping them in the same places they were when you jumped from the rail. Bend your knees to absorb the shock of landing. Correct for any changes of handlebar positions, then continue on.
A: Find a rail. Get some speed. Jump up. Land on the rail. Slide on the rail. Jump off. Land.

Q: Warming up will get your blood flowing and help prevent injury. To warm up, do some cardio exercises like walking or jogging. You should also do some active stretching, like arm circles or arm swings. If pull-ups are hard for you, it may feel natural to "scrunch up" your body while performing them. This can put extra stress on your neck and back muscles, making the entire workout process harder. To avoid this, set your shoulders by pushing them back and keep your spine arched. For those who don't know any better, pull-ups may seem like the ultimate test of arm strength. However, your back muscles are just as important, if not more so. To make your workout easier and more effective, try to use the muscles on your back and around your armpits to help pull yourself up. Specifically, try to engage your latissimus dorsi muscles (“lats”) and rear deltoids (“delts”). When performing your pull-ups, try crossing your legs close to the ankles. Though it may seem unimportant, this can reduce some of the pressure in your arms and will make it easier to maintain proper form while exercising. When crossing your legs, you can either bend your knees or keep them straight. Neither will affect the overall routine, so choose whichever option feels best. Assisted pull-ups will allow you to perform the same basic motions you would for an ordinary pull up, but with a little extra help so you can more easily complete the exercise. Since these closely mimic actual pull-ups, they're great for getting your form right before you attempt the real thing. You can do assisted pull ups by:  Using a pull-up machine. Looping a resistance band around the bar and your foot to support some of your weight. Standing on a stool with one foot. Asking a partner to hold your feet or legs while you workout.
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Warm up for 5-10 minutes before you start. Set your shoulders and arch your back. Use the muscles in your back, not just your arms. Cross your legs while working out. Perform assisted pull-ups if you’re struggling.