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How To: Improve your swing

Two wrongs don't make a right, and if your swing is erratic, it probably means you are compensating for a bad set-up or grip. Golf gladiator Rickard Strongert explains some of the most common such mistakes. Improve your swing.

How To: Remove a splinter

An excellent video explaining the basics in how to remove a splinter from your hand. Some great splinter removal tips from sterilizing the tweezers, encouraging bleeding, and applying the plaster. Remove a splinter.

How To: Drop into a half pipe on a skateboard

In this video Nate Principato will show you how to drop into a half pipe of your skateboard. Halfpipes can be tricky so watch closely! Nate also explains common mistakes to avoid making so that you can optimize you halfpipe experience. Drop into a half pipe on a skateboard.

How To: Dye Your Eyebrows

Part of having the perfect eyebrows, is having them be the right color. ESPECIALLY if you already dye your hair. This video explains how to dye your eyebrows so they're just right. Dye Your Eyebrows.

How To: Improve your child's tennis technique

Tennis professional Francis Ribeiro explains that to help children improve their tennis technique, you should first help them hold their racket's string toward the sky. You can also tell them to line up and have them hit forehands and show them a fun way to pick up tennis balls. Improve your child's tennis technique.

How To: Color correct in Avid Liquid

Many people don't really use the color correction editor in Avid Liquid, but that doesn't mean you can't. This tutorial explains some tips and techniques you can use. Scroll down and click the "watch video" link to get the tutorial started. Color correct in Avid Liquid.

How To: Avoid recurring arguments in a relationship

In this how-to video Tracey Cox explains a method for quelling arguments in a relationship. If you find that you and your partner are always arguing about the same things, then Tracy has a way to help you move past it. Watch and learn how to settle your arguments and make your relationship much more peaceful. Avoid recurring arguments in a relationship.

How To: Use the brush engine in Photoshop

The brush engine was developed back in Photoshop 7 (before CS) and is what makes Photoshop a true painting program and revolutionized the way Photoshop works. In the longest episode of PixelPerfect yet, Bert explains and demonstrates the inner workings of the brush engine. This is a great tutorial for those that are new to Photoshop. Use the brush engine in Photoshop.

How To: Grip the bat

Buddy Mason explains how to grip the bat for the game cricket. He says that you should form a V by pointing the thumb and forefinger of your top hand down between outside edge and center of the back of the bat. The correct grip is vital to providing yourself with a full range of shots, letting you hit a bowler all over the ground! Grip the bat.

How To: Work with text in Flash CS3 Professional

This video shows you how to work with the Text tool, and how to style text using the Property Inspector in Flash CS3 Professional. You learn about the difference between dynamic, input, and static text fields. This tutorial also covers device fonts, and explains the benefits of embedded and non-embedded fonts. Work with text in Flash CS3 Professional.

How To: Stand up for surfing

Andy Bottomley demonstrates how to stand up for surfing. He explains the two different methods of standing up: the pop up and the step up. He suggests that you choose a method and practice it many times. Stand up for surfing.

How To: Set up your shot for a 50 yard pitch

Rickard Strongert explains that to set up your shot for a 50 yard pitch, you first must put the club square to the target and then assume the open stance position. The ball must be placed in the middle of your stance and you should lean from your hips before you swing. Set up your shot for a 50 yard pitch.

How To: Hit a golf ball between your legs

Rickard Strongert explains that to hit a golf ball between your legs, the club you should use is an iron. You should also keep a narrow stance and lift your left leg at the start of the down swing. Start off slowly, but in time you will be impressing all of your golfing buddies. Hit a golf ball between your legs.

How To: Spin the ball on the clubface

Rickard Strongert explains that to spin the ball on the clubface, you should pick up the golf ball and bounce it first. After establishing a rhythm, you should move the club in a clockwise direction which will allow the ball to spin. This is extremely difficult, but extremely cool. Spin the ball on the clubface.

How To: Hit a forehand volley in tennis

Fabian Nunez Seixa explains that to hit a forehand volley, you should use the correct grip and be in the correct position which is three steps away from the net. When the tennis ball is approaching, you need to move the racquet toward the ball, keep your arm straight, and step diagonally forward. Hit a forehand volley in tennis.

How To: Master the basic one-handed backhand in tennis

Francis Ribeiro explains that to hit the one-handed backhand, you must use the eastern grip. You should approach the ball, take a backswing with bent arms, swing, and follow through. You should never take your eyes off the ball. Master the basic one-handed backhand in tennis.

How To: Master the drop shot

Tennis professional Francis Ribeiro explains that to master the drop shot, you should be close to the net. You should bring your racket back farther than you would for a volley and step forwards as you chop down on the ball. This is an advanced shot that can wreck havoc on your opponents game. Master the drop shot.

How To: Teach your child how to hit a forehand

Tennis professional Francis Ribeiro explains that when you are trying to teach your child how to hit a forehand, the most important thing is to teach them the correct technique. For their first lesson, you should help your child bring the racket back and turn their body side on the ball. You should practice a lot. Teach your child how to hit a forehand.

How To: Improve your footwork and coordination

Tennis professional Francis Ribeiro explains that there are three drills you can do to improve your footwork and coordination: footwork square, pick up drill, jog and slide. Doing the footwork square develops your speed and coordination while the pick up drill will improve your hand to eye coordination. Improve your footwork and coordination.

How To: Exercise your triceps using weights

Chris Cooke explains three exercises you can do to exercise your triceps using weights. You can do triceps dips, lying triceps extension, and single overhead press. It is recommended that you do ten repetitions of each exercise. These exercises require two dumbells and a bench. Exercise your triceps using weights.

How To: Improve your classical seat in horseback riding

Maylyn McEwan describes how to improve your classical seat in horseback riding. She explains the following: the correct position, benefits, correcting the chair position, correcting lower leg problems, correcting upper body problems, correcting hip problems, correcting hand problems, and maintaining your good classical seat. Whether you're a novice or an experienced rider, this video is essential for improving and perfecting your classical seat. Improve your classical seat in horseback riding.

How To: Tone your legs with pilates

Sophie Rycott explains how you can tone your legs through pilates. There are four exercises you can do: bridge, side upper leg lifts, side bottom leg lifts, and rise and lower. Tone your legs with pilates.

How To: Practice chipping with drills

Rickard Strongert explains that to learn how to feel where the ball will land, you can try lying two clubs on the green, three feet apart, and try hitting 15 balls in between the two clubs. You should also try to use different clubs and to control your breathing. Practice chipping with drills.

How To: Swing instead of hit

Rickard Strongert explains that to swing instead of hit, you must keep constant grip pressure and breathe out as you swing. He also suggests that you keep your mouth open and soon you will be swinging through for longer shots. Swing instead of hit.

How To: Slice the golf ball

Rickard Strongert explains that to slice the golf ball, you must move your left hand under the club, so that your grip will be weak. You also should aim off-target and protect the right hand side. Slice the golf ball.

How To: Hit drives from a kneeling position

Rickard Strongert explains that to hit impressive drives from a kneeling position, one must tee the ball higher than normal, kneel down, and spread your knees out wide. You also should hit at a steep angle and imagine you want to land the club head in front of the ball. Hit drives from a kneeling position.

How To: Change a fuse in a traditional fuse box

Middle-aged woman shows how to change a fuse in a fuse box. Video explains the importance of fuses in the home and the roll they serve. Tools for fuse replacement are listed and subtitled as well as standard fuse amperage. Quick and easy video with safe results. Change a fuse in a traditional fuse box.

How To: Clean suede shoes properly

Peter Shwagger shows how to clean suede shoes properly. Video explains suede as a material and why it reacts the wasy it does to different sprays. Cleaning tips are as easy a brushing the shoes and spraying with a cleaner. Easy-to-understand video. Clean suede shoes properly.

How To: Protect against mosquitos

Learn how to protect yourself from one of the most dangerous predators, the mosquito. Mosquitoes spread dengue fever and malaria. Phil West explains the steps and procedures to protect yourself from mosquitoes, using roots and animal dung. Protect against mosquitos.