Microsoft Actually Wanted to Buy Nintendo Back in 1999

In 1999, Microsoft wanted to buy Nintendo back for a whopping $94 billion. The deal was rejected by Nintendo because they felt that it would be unfair to the shareholders.

In a 1999 interview with the New York Times, Nintendo President Hiroshi Yamauchi discusses Microsoft’s offer to buy his company for $3.2 billion dollars in 1998. Yamauchi explains that he declined because he didn’t want to leave Japan and wanted “to be near my parents.” He also noted that Nintendo was too small of a business at the time, which makes it hard for any one person or organization to control. This is an interesting story from gaming history!

The Xbox has been released.

As evidence, Microsoft sent a partly redacted letter to Nintendo of America from then-Microsoft vice president Rick Thompson.

Microsoft wants to meet with president Hiroshi Yamauchi and Genyo Takeda, according to the letter. Takeda, who is now retired, was a key developer of the Nintendo Wii device.

Microsoft also promised to help “make the Dolphin the finest video game [console],” according to the letter. The GameCube’s internal codename was Dolphin.

We now know the purchase effort failed thanks to the power of hindsight. In 2001, Microsoft and Nintendo released the Xbox and GameCube, respectively.

A former Xbox executive disclosed earlier this year that Microsoft was worried about not having enough titles for the Xbox at launch. As a result, it sought to purchase a firm to round out its portfolio.

Nintendo, on the other hand, “simply laughed their butts off,” according to the executive. It’s safe to assume Microsoft did not have a good time during the conference.

However, it wasn’t the only firm Microsoft was interested in. Before merging with Enix, the computer titan made purchase proposals to Electronic Arts, Midway Games, and Square.

Microsoft and Nintendo, on the other hand, were not finished. As luck would have it, numerous Xbox games are now accessible on the Nintendo Switch. Cuphead, Ori and the Blind Forest, and Ori and the Will of the Wisps are among them.

Williams enjoys walking around the neighborhood with his wife and dog when he is not writing up news. It’s either that or a cup of hot chocolate. Or you could do both.

This book will teach you all you need to know about Warrior II Pose (Virabhadrasana II).

This comprehensive guide will teach you how to:

• See how to execute Virabhadrasana II with video and written examples.
• Get answers to the most common Warrior II Pose inquiries.
• Examples of how to transition from Warrior II Pose to other positions may be found here.

Let’s get this party started!

Contents:

What does Warrior II Pose entail?

Virabhadrasana, or Warrior Pose, is named after the mythological warrior Virabhadra and is a yoga pose.

Warrior I Pose, Warrior II Pose, and Warrior III Pose are the three most often performed forms of this stance in yoga, each of which is denoted by a Roman numeral: Warrior I Pose, Warrior II Pose, and Warrior III Pose.

Warrior II Pose is the most basic of the Warrior postures, and it delivers the most overall stretch of your legs and hips’ muscles and ligaments. It’s also one of the easiest to pick up for newcomers.

Warrior II Pose: How to Do It (Virabhadrasana II)

While Virabhadrasana II is appropriate for most individuals, if you have a lower back injury, are pregnant, or are not accustomed to physical exercise, get medical guidance before doing this or any other yoga posture.

1. Start by standing tall and powerful in Mountain Pose, with your hands down by your sides.

2. Take a broad step, wider than hip-width apart with your feet.

Shorten your stance to avoid “clipping your own wings” in Warrior Pose. Many novices just step out their feet shoulder width apart. This might result in incorrect alignment, limiting the advantages you can get from this position.

3. Take a deep breath and raise your arms out to your sides (parallel to the floor), keeping your arm muscles engaged and your fingers actively stretching out.

4. Draw your shoulder blades together and expand over your collarbones to open your chest.

5. Keep your neck long by pressing your shoulders down away from your ears.

You may either spin your hands upwards or face down to the floor.

Tip: Experiment with both of these possibilities (palms up and palms down). Try it out. I advise my pupils to try both and then remain with the one that feels the most natural to their arms and shoulders. Some individuals like to keep their hands up while others prefer to keep their palms down in this stance.

6. When switching sides from Warrior II to Warrior III Pose from your left side to your right side, adjusting your feet and hips as needed. Make a little inward turn with your left foot and a 90-degree outward turn with your right foot. Look down at your feet and check sure your right and left heels are aligned (in a straight line).

7. Bring your right thigh parallel to the floor by bending your right knee.

8. Extend your right knee outward, keeping your right big toe in line with the middle of your right kneecap and your right thigh parallel to the floor.

Avoid bending your knee farther than your toes, since this might cause your knee joint to get overworked (especially if you already have knee issues).

9. Activate the muscles in your thigh and inner groin.

Tip: With a little ingenuity, you can firm up your thigh and groin muscles. Pretend you’re on an ice sheet with your yoga mat. Come on, you’re going to like this, so stick with me… Assume you’re on ice skates, and you’re attempting to glide your two feet together over the ice by pushing down through your big toes. Of course, your feet are securely planted on your yoga mat and will not move, but can you feel what this activity does to your thigh and inner groin muscles?

You should notice a clear “firming up” of the muscle if you’re doing it right. Now it’s up to you to keep this motion going in your legs while keeping your knee aligned squarely over your big toe. You could be thinking to yourself, “Seems impossible.” But hold on… Muscle memory research suggests that with enough repetition, you can remember how to execute the pose[1]. This implies you don’t have to consider all of the following steps: No matter how long it’s been since you last completed the posture, your muscles immediately jump right back into it.

10. Keep your shin parallel to the ground. What about my other leg (the left one?) you may be wondering…

11. Press the outside border of your left foot firmly to the floor to strengthen your left thigh muscle. Make sure your straight leg isn’t “flabby.” This is because strengthening your straight leg thigh muscles helps to stabilize your stance and enhance the benefits of this powerful standing pose.

12. Lift your lower abdominal region (navel or “belly button”) in and up to lengthen your spine.

Allowing your lower ribs to “flare out” should be avoided since it might cause extra compression in your lower back. Engage your core muscles to avoid making this typical miscalculation. By pushing your tailbone down towards the floor, you may lengthen your lower back.

13. Lengthen the back of your neck by pressing your chin in and back, aligning your cervical vertebrae with your thoracic spine.

14. Look over your right hand with your head rotated.

Tip: Keep your eyes relaxed and fixed on a spot directly in line with your right pointer finger. Drishti, or “yogic gazing,” is a kind of “blurry” vision method used in yoga that might help you increase your attention and trigger a relaxation response.

15. Take at least 5 full breaths in Warrior II Pose (5 inhales and exhales). To swap sides, first inhale while straightening your legs. On the opposite side, repeat the procedures above.

Increase your awareness of your own anatomy to enhance your position. Your “thigh muscles” (also known as the quadriceps) allow you to move your leg in all directions, including “internal rotation” and “external rotation” of the femur (thigh bone) at the hip socket. You activate your thigh muscles in Warrior II Pose to produce opposing motions in each leg. Here’s how to do it:

• By contracting your outer thigh muscles, you may externally rotate your front (bent knee) leg.
• Firming up your inner thigh muscles allows you to internally rotate your rear (straight) leg.

What is the significance of this?

Firming up your thigh muscles (quadriceps) aids in stabilizing your stance and reaping all of Warrior II’s advantages.

Modifications to the Warrior II Pose for Different Body Types

If you’re having problems balancing in Warrior II Pose, try the following. Place a chair under your front leg’s thigh (the leg with a bent knee). Insert a densely folded blanket if the chair height isn’t comfortable for you. Do the same thing on the opposite side.

Rotate your palms and inner elbow creases upwards while dragging your shoulder blades down your back to increase the stretch in your arms. Then, maintaining your arms externally rotated, rotate your palms back to face the floor.

If you wish to enhance your alignment in Warrior II Pose, begin by widening your stance and extending both arms, positioning your feet precisely behind your wrists. To stretch your lower back and align your lumbar vertebrae with your pelvis, squeeze your tailbone down towards the floor.

If your front (bent) knee tends to sink in, make sure your knee is aligned with your big toe while pushing your knee toward the pinky toe side of your front foot. In Warrior II Pose, this motion activates your hip muscles and stabilizes your pelvis.

Lower your arms and lay both hands on your hips to correct your pelvis if you have a tendency to drop the front of your pelvis forward too much. Make sure your front “hip points” (the large, flared bones on each side of your pelvis) are aligned. To put it another way, one should not be superior to the other. Engage both thigh muscles equally. Your front thigh (the one with the bent knee) rotates externally, but your rear (straight) leg rotates inside. Warrior Pose gets its name from the counteraction it provides: To thoroughly stretch your hip muscles and energize this posture, use a solid, sturdy stance with strong thighs.

Warrior II Pose: How Long Should You Hold It?

Warrior II Pose should be held for at least 5 full, deep breaths. If your knee hurts, you should either stop executing the position and come back to it later, or attempt one of the adjustments described above.

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How Often Should Virabhadrasana II Be Practiced?

In one yoga practice session, Virabhadrasana II may be done three times on each side.

This is because Warrior II Position is a strong leg-stretching pose that stretches your hips and inner groin deeply.

After continuously practicing Warrior II Pose, several of my novice students have complained of groin discomfort.

However, if you want to get all of the advantages of this stance without repeating it too much, you may try a variety of modifications.

Next, consider some relevant variations:

Variations in Warrior II Pose

Pose of the Dancing Warrior II

1. As you inhale, straighten your bent knee leg.

Raise your arms over your head.

3. As you exhale, bend your front leg again.

4. Return your arms to their original position (parallel to the floor as in a normal Warrior II Pose).

Repeat the “Dancing Warrior” routine on each side for at least 5 breaths (5 complete inhales and exhales).

How to Move From Mountain Pose to Warrior 2 Pose

1. Start with Mountain Posture, a basic standing pose in yoga that helps you ground your feet.

2. Take a wide stance with your left foot. Maintain a modest inward bend with your left foot.

3. On your right side, rotate your hips to the left and bend your right knee into Warrior II Pose as stated previously.

4. Raise and stretch your arms parallel to the floor.

Inhale as you glide your left hand along the outside of your straight left leg, keeping your right knee bent as in typical Warrior II Pose.

6. Raise your extended right arm over your head and look up at your hand.

7. As you return to regular Warrior II Pose, exhale.

Rep the process on the opposite side.

How do you get from Warrior II to Mountain Pose?

1. Begin on your right side in Warrior II Pose (with right knee bent).

Advertisements 2. Perform the “Half-Moon Pose”: Inhale and extend your right leg as you shift your whole body weight forward onto your right foot, your right hand reaching down to touch the floor and your left leg remaining straight (parallel to the floor).

If you’re having trouble keeping your balance in Half-Moon Pose, consider putting a yoga block in front of you and pushing your right palm against it instead of the floor.

3. Raise your left arm straight up while stretching and extending your left leg parallel to the floor (perpendicular to the floor).

4. (Advanced): If you can keep your balance, try looking up towards the sky (up to your extended left hand).

5. On your right side, return to Warrior II Pose (with right knee bent).

6. Take a deep breath and return to Mountain Pose by stepping your left foot to meet your right foot.

Rep the sequence on the other side.

Warrior II Pose (Virabhadrasana II) has many advantages.

• Reduces the resting heart rate.
• Improves oxygen usage during activity.
• It may help to alleviate back pain[2].
• Hips and shoulders are opened.
• Legs, abdomen, and arms are all strengthened[3].
• Warm up your leg muscles gently before moving on to more challenging positions.

Who Shouldn’t Strike Warrior II?

Warrior II Pose should be avoided if you’ve recently suffered an injury to your knees, hips, or shoulders, since it extends these regions.

If you have persistent discomfort or a history of damage to your hips, knees, or shoulders, you should seek medical advice before attempting Warrior II Pose adjustments.

• Warrior II Pose stretches your abdominal region and stimulates your intestines, therefore it’s best to avoid it if you have diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome. Instead, try out these suggested stances.
• If you’re in the third trimester of your pregnancy, avoid Warrior II Pose since it strains your groin region too much. Because ligaments normally grow more flexible during late pregnancy, practicing this posture might result in injury or difficulties. Try these six yoga positions that are safe for your third trimester instead.
• If you have high blood pressure, stay away from this strenuous position and try these easy yoga sequences instead.
• If you have neck discomfort, you can still do Warrior II Pose, but it’s ideal if you modify it somewhat. Gaze straight forward with both sides of your neck equally stretched, rather than twisting your head to look over your front hand.

Warrior II Pose Works Which Muscles?

The whole body is stretched in Virabhadrasana, including the legs, inner thighs, groin, abdomen, chest, and shoulders.

Warrior II Pose may help with carpal tunnel syndrome[4], which is caused by compression of the medial nerve, which runs down the arm and wrist[5].

Because you’re extending your arms and wrists throughout the stance, this is the case.

Because of the active pushing down through the foot soles that is necessary in Warrior II Pose, it may be beneficial if you have flat feet: It works to strengthen and tone the muscles in your feet and ankles, reducing injury and preventing flat feet.

Story of a Personal Warrior II Pose

Two young boys joyfully participated in my dawn morning yoga practice with their father during a yoga retreat I guided at an eco-lodge set in the tropical jungle of southern Belize (who showed up less eager with a cup of coffee).

After yoga, they’d have breakfast before embarking on an overnight guided tour called “Jungle Survival,” during which their expert guide would outfit each of the boys with necessary survival gear, including pocket knives, in case they became entangled in one of the many vines that abound in the tropical jungle.

I decided to make my yoga session a physical and mental warm-up for the experience that lay ahead of them.

Unlike their sleep-deprived father, who I assumed would require some drive, the two boys were extremely enthusiastic.

I told them to envision brandishing their sharp swords in front of them with powerful, extended arms, ready for war, in Warrior Pose.

They were very into it… Dad did, too, with a boyish grin on his face. He’d put his coffee cup down by this time.

I explained to them that Warrior Pose is named Virabhadrasana in Sanskrit, the ancient Indian language from which yoga sprang thousands of years ago. The boys looked at their father to see whether he agreed with what I was saying, but he simply shrugged.

“Really!” “This stance is thousands of years old, based on a mythological warrior called Virabhadra who fought in numerous fights and even defeated demons!” I said.

One of the boys lurched forward, pretending to battle his sibling with a sword.

Advertisements We made up all kinds of versions of Warrior Pose and pretended to be genuine warriors in the jungle, facing off hazardous creatures like crocodiles, poisonous snakes, and ravenous jaguars.

Standing, balancing, lunging, and swinging arms in every direction… We improvised and realized that Warrior Pose is not only a terrific method to stimulate and stretch all of your muscles, but it’s also a lot of fun.

Warrior II Pose helps you concentrate on essential moves in your hips, allowing you to acquire better mobility and strength in your legs and pelvis. It starts with a firm platform in a standing lunge.

Conclusion

With its invigorating and centering influence, Virabhadrasana has become one of yoga’s most famous and recognized positions.

Have you ever seen someone pretend to fight with a sword?

The individual would take a wide stance in the position to provide grounding and stability, with the front knee bent and arms outstretched in readiness for the imagined attack.

Warrior Pose is characterized by standing and lunging, similar to a swordfight where the conflict is fought in your mind: How will you tackle the most challenging conditions of your daily life with composure, strength, and determination?

Consider this: the actual fights take place on the inside, not on the outside.

I hope that through practicing Warrior Pose, you will be able to fearlessly overcome your inner demons and triumph in all of your life’s pursuits.

I’d want to hear from you now:

• What is your favorite aspect about Warrior II Pose?
• When are you going to put it to the test?
• Maybe you’d like to tell us about your Virabhadrasana II experience?

Please let me know in the comments section below, and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram for more amazing stuff.

Pull-ups are one of the most effective methods to increase your upper-body strength without requiring a lot of equipment. In a single movement, this traditional workout strengthens your fingers, forearms, biceps, triceps, shoulders, back, and core. Pull-ups are also quite pleasurable to do, despite their difficulty.

Pull-ups, when done incorrectly, may cause damage to your back, joints, and tendons throughout your arms. So, by following the methods outlined above, you may master the right approach.

 

 

 

Tom Thibodeau’s rotation has been primarily reliant on his first unit in each of his prior stints as head coach of the New York Knicks. Some would even accuse him of overworking his starters in the second half of the season, particularly in the playoffs, since they grow tired. He continued to showcase Julius Randle and RJ Barrett for a ton of minutes when he took his new position with the New York Knicks last season, as Randle was top in the NBA with 37.6 minutes per game and Barrett was 15th with 34.9 minutes per game.

Because they were swept by the Atlanta Hawks in five games in the first round of the playoffs, this strategy may have been detrimental to their team. The Hawks’ hounding defense anticipated their moves throughout the series, while Randle and Barrett battled. The fantastic performance of their bench at critical junctures of the game was one bright aspect from that series that has carried over to this season.

When it comes to Thibodeau’s lineup combinations, the bulk of them are still made up of his first unit, which includes Randle, Barrett, Kemba Walker, Evan Fournier, and Mitchell Robinson. They’ve played a total of 256 minutes together, however they have a negative 17.8 point difference. The Knicks have a 9-7 record, but they have lost to several teams owing to the poor performance of their starters.

Their camaraderie and performance are amazing since their bench is the same as last season, but their whole second unit has only played 89 minutes together with a point difference of plus 28.4. Because of their long-range shooting skill and incredible intensity on both sides of the court, these players immediately cut down the advantage when they join the game.

Although it may be too early in the season to make significant changes to their starting team, Thibodeau might experiment with other lineup combinations. Despite the restricted minutes, a lineup featuring a mix of starters and backup players has thrived in Thibodeau’s setting. Barrett, Fournier, Randle, Derrick Rose, and Taj Gibson, for example, have only played 18 minutes together this season, yet they have outscored their opponents by 66.7 points per 100 possessions.

With the Knicks now in the Eastern Conference’s middle of the pack, a modest lineup tweak might propel them to a better position and revive their fourth-seed run from last season. Walker and Fournier are newcomers who have struggled to establish their footing in their new squad, but a sixth man position for any of them might help their long-term prospects. Because of his ability to push the ball and finish at the rack, Rose could be moved into the first unit, or Immanuel Quickley could be used to spread the floor for Randle and Barrett.

With 40.7 points per game, New York is presently third in the league in bench scoring. Furthermore, their spitfire guards aren’t their sole bench strength; their second unit leads the league in blocks per game with 3.1 per game. Thibodeau may look at the data on how effective his bench is doing as he hunts for the ideal recipe to routinely pile up many wins. Thibodeau has also made some fantastic moves, such as when they are down large and he introduces the second unit to offer a bolt of energy.

The club from the Mecca of Basketball still has a long season ahead of them, and it’s probable that Thibodeau will find the proper rotation come playoff time.

Blizzard has offered us a fantastic role-playing gaming experience. We are now eagerly awaiting the World of Warcraft PS4 release date. Shadowlands is the next World of Warcraft expansion, and we’re hoping to see it on Sony’s PS4 and PS5 consoles as soon as possible. The PS4 version of World of Warcraft is something that a large number of fans have requested that developers bring to the PlayStation and Xbox networks.

PS4 World of Warcraft

Data miners have discovered code that points to a World of Warcraft PS4 release. At the very least, World of Warcraft controller support looks to be on the road, but there are also reports that the game will be released on both current and next-gen consoles.

Check out the WOW Expansion List for more information.

PS4 Release Date for World of Warcraft

If you’re looking for a World Of Warcraft PS4 release date, you should know that Blizzard Entertainment has publicly said that no plans for a World Of Warcraft PS4 release date exist. We may anticipate Blizzard to release World of Warcraft on PlayStation 4 due to the high demand from fans and subscribers.

PS4 Release Date for World of Warcraft

The World of Warcraft PS4 release date will not be revealed any time soon. WoW’s followers and subscribers are clamoring for the game to be released on PS4 as well. Blizzard is expected to release the game for PS4 in the near future. We can only wait to hear anything formal from the developers. Fans anticipate that the new game design will be superior to the current World Of Warcraft PS4 game.

More on Roblox PS4: When Will It Be Available?

Is there a PS5 version of World of Warcraft?

According to recent rumours, the popular MMORPG World of Warcraft, which is now exclusively accessible on Microsoft Windows, may soon be offered on Sony’s PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 devices. Shadowlands is the name of the forthcoming World of Warcraft expansion. It is scheduled to be released in 2020. Shadowlands may bring considerable improvements to the PC version of the game, as well as bringing it closer to the console version.

The alpha version of Shadowlands has attracted the attention of a lot of data miners, as it makes a comment on the new PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 controllers. World of Warcraft’s weird lines of code were uncovered by Martin Benjamin. Martin said that the controllers would be supported shortly by the production, which has already been confirmed by Blizzard Community Manager Randy “Kaivax” Jordan.

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“We’ve seen a tiny number of players resort to 3rd party add-ons, such as Console Port 17, for a long time in order to work over some accessibility concerns,” Kaivax said on the game’s official forums.

“In Shadowlands, we’re working to provide some support for key bindings, camera, and turning a character on controllers such as the Xbox Adaptive Controller,” he stated.

However, when Benjamin delves further into the file “WTFDefaultGamePadBindings.wtf,” more intriguing information regarding the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, and PlayStation 5 emerges.

 

WOW PlayStation 4 Rumors

Remember that this is only a rumor for now, and nothing from Blizzard has been verified, so take it with a grain of salt and take it for what it is. World of Warcraft may be coming to gaming consoles, according to rumors. Yes, you read it correctly, and it is the PlayStation 4. There are a number of variables that make this plausible.

There is a random III list of some titles that will appear at this year’s E3, according to certain leaks and sources, and one of them is the World of Warcraft PlayStation 4 version reveal video and gameplay demo. Sony has strong relationships with Activision and Blizzard for a World of Warcraft PS4 Edition, especially given the overwhelming demand for a console version of the game. We believe that this is simply a rumor for the time being, but Blizzard might release a WOW PS4 version in the near future, since we will have a variety of new-gen platforms.

Online World of Warcraft PS4

According to information from the official website, Blizzard does not intend to release World Of Warcraft PS4 anytime soon. However, we learned via a peculiar Tweet uncovered by Martin Benjamin that World of Warcraft’s next expansion might be released on PS4 and PS5. We also gathered that they said in their formal press conference that they are aware that fans are anticipating the release of the World of Warcraft PS4 game.

Is WOW a totally free game?

Yes, players may now play WOW for free, with no time restrictions. If you want to buy anything for your WOW, you may do it straight from the official blizzard website.

From the upcoming release, fans can anticipate some exceptional encounters as well as new hidden characters from other dimensions. Our assessment of the World of Warcraft PS4 Release Date is that Blizzard will most likely strive to port WOW to Sony’s current and next-generation game platforms in the near future. What are your thoughts about it? Let us know in the comments section below.

How to clean blackout curtains using rags or a garment steamer includes numerous DIY techniques such as dusting, spot cleaning, and thorough cleaning.

If you have blackout curtains in your bedroom, you will need to know how to clean them. Cleaning blackout curtains is an essential component of your cleaning routine since it helps to keep your house free of allergens and dust.

The thick fabric of blackout curtains helps to block out the light, which may help you sleep better and preserve fragile things like paintings and artworks from harm caused by direct sunlight. They may also help insulate a space by trapping heat from a heater or cold air from an air conditioner and conserving electricity.

They may, however, become a breeding ground for allergies and dust particles, necessitating their cleaning. In this article, we’ll show you how to clean and maintain your blackout curtains effectively.

Is It Possible to Wash Blackout Curtains?

Can you wash blackout curtains? That is the first thing we must address when it comes to blackout curtain cleaning. Yes, to put it simply. The lengthier answer is yes, as long as the washing instructions are followed.

There will be care instructions on your blackout curtains no matter what material they are made of. These instructions will be affixed to the rear edges of your curtains and will provide information on how to clean and wash them. Find out more about the differences between blackout curtains and shades here.

Cleaning Blackout Curtains

If you maintain your blackout curtains clean, you won’t have to wash them as often. You should perform the following before removing your curtains and soaking them in water and detergent.

1. Dust your blackout curtains on a regular basis.

You should clean and even vacuum your blackout curtains on a regular basis. This will get rid of the dust and prevent filth from accumulating.

You can clean your blackout curtains without removing them from the curtain rods if you do it this manner. Simply spread the material out and dust both sides of the curtain with a feather duster.

You may use a handheld vacuum cleaner after feather dusting or instead of a feather duster if you have one. You may also use a soft-bristled dust attachment on your blackout curtains if your vacuum cleaner has one.

2. Spot clean your blackout curtains with water and detergent.

You may wish to spot clean your blackout curtains if you detect discoloration or dirt accumulation when cleaning them.

In a container, combine some mild detergent and warm water. Make sure you’re not using any detergents that include bleach, fabric softener, or other harsh chemicals.

Blot any stains you notice on your curtains with a sponge or a tiny cloth. You may also massage any especially persistent filthy places gently in tiny circular strokes.

While you can accomplish this while your curtains are still in place, it may be more expedient to pull them down and lay them out on a table.

Dust your curtains once or twice a month, and follow up with spot cleaning as required.

Cleaning Blackout Lining Curtains

Even if you clean your curtains on a regular basis, it’s a good idea to thoroughly clean them at least twice a year.

Some blackout curtains feature a blackout liner or coating that makes washing them in the washing machine difficult. Make sure you read the care instructions first. However, most blackout lining curtains may be gently cleaned with soapy water.

Remove your curtains first. You could wish to dust them first, or just shake them to get rid of the dust and debris.

Find a container large enough to carry enough water to thoroughly submerge your curtains. Fill it halfway with hot, soapy water. Make sure you use a light detergent once more.

As a general guideline, use the same quantity of soap as you would for a small load of laundry in your washing machine.

Push the drapes down until they are completely immersed. Make a swirling motion with the water and the curtains. You may also take a handful of curtain fabric and compress and twist it.

Drain the soapy water from the curtains. Remove the soap from the curtains by rinsing them with clean water. Using a wringer, wring out the excess water and hang them to dry. To avoid creases, stretch them out.

Another option for cleaning blackout lining curtains is to steam clean or dry clean them. Again, it is entirely dependent on the care recommendations.

If steam cleaning or dry cleaning is advised and easy for you, do it once or twice a year to thoroughly clean your curtains.

Is It Possible To Wash Blackout Curtains In A Machine?

You may be possible to wash blackout curtains in the washing machine, depending on the sort of blackout curtains you have.

If your blackout curtains don’t have a synthetic coating on the back, such as if they’re constructed of triple-weave cloth, they’re probably machine washable.

Some blackout curtain treatments are machine washable as well. The trick here is to double-check the care label on your curtains.

Even though your curtains are machine washable, you should still handle them with care. You should wash them in cold water on the gentlest setting. Also, use just a light detergent that is free of harsh chemicals.

If your curtains have a latex coat or back lining, take extra precautions. The liner may fall off in the wash if the latex is brittle or breaking down. Not only will this destroy your curtains, but it may also jam your washing machine.

Is it possible to iron blackout curtains?

The solution to this query may also be found in the care instructions for your blackout curtains. Most blackout curtains can be ironed if you use a low-heat setting, but verify the care instructions first.

Iron your blackout curtains with the fabric side facing up. The coating on your blackout curtains might be damaged by heat.

While you’re learning about washing, be sure to check out our laundry room necessities guide for all of your washing requirements.

Looking for a method to get in shape but don’t want to go to a busy, loud gym? Yoga might be a low-cost way to boost your physical fitness and body transformation.

Continue reading to find out what yoga can and cannot do for your body, as well as which yoga to practice for apparent physical advantages.

Does yoga help you lose weight?

Yoga, despite its image as a sluggish, flexibility-focused exercise, may be very beneficial in aiding weight loss. Furthermore, research shows that yoga not only aids weight reduction but also improves body composition.

This is critical because while reducing weight, you want to burn fat while still building muscle. An objectively excellent physique consists of a decent mix of muscular mass and fat tissue.

How much weight you lose with yoga is determined by a number of variables, including how frequently you practice, how long you practice, the kind of yoga you perform, and, most significantly, whether or not your diet is in order.

It’s crucial to remember that you can only lose weight if you eat less calories than you exert. Even if you go the gym every day, if you don’t keep track of how much you consume, you won’t lose weight.

Is yoga good for toning?

Yoga techniques that include a lot of standing poses and extended stays, like any other bodyweight exercise, can help you tone your muscles.

Yoga also has the benefit of being a well-rounded exercise that incorporates all aspects of fitness, including flexibility/mobility, endurance, balance training, and a little cardio.

Regular yoga practice may help you tone your arms and trim your legs without gaining weight. Yoga will take longer to tone your muscles than doing weights in the gym. Nonetheless, you’ll notice that you’re becoming not just stronger, but also more flexible and secure in your own skin. Yoga has been demonstrated in several studies to promote body satisfaction and self-acceptance in women with eating disorders, as well as thankfulness for the body they have.

If you want to tone your upper body and trim your legs, try the following yoga positions and short sequences:

• Vinyasa Flow is a basic sequence in which you flow from Plank to Chaturanga to Upward-Facing Dog to Downward Dog while synchronizing your movements to your breath.
• Wild Thing Side Plank Lifts
• Plank to Knee to Chest to Three-Legged Dog
• Downward-Facing Dog to Plank to Locust
• To balance, sit on a chair. Folding Chair to Standing Forward

Is it true that yoga might help you get rid of cellulite?

Cellulite is a build-up of fat under the skin that is unevenly distributed. The underlying fat deposits press through the layers of collagen fibers under the skin, causing skin dimples and lumps (often in the buttocks and thighs, but sometimes in the arms, abdomen, and other issue regions). Cellulite may be caused by a variety of factors, including heredity, age, nutrition, poor circulation, and hormones.

You are not alone if you have cellulite. It’s much more uncommon not to have it. Cellulite affects the majority of women to some extent. Underneath our epidermis, we all contain fat. Cellulite may affect anybody, even if they don’t display outward evidence of it.

Exercise, such as yoga, may help you reduce the appearance of cellulite to some extent. Moving your body on the mat may assist increase lymphatic flow, develop muscle, and burn fat, all of which can make your skin look better and smooth out dimples.

With that stated, yoga isn’t going to give you mind-blowing benefits overnight. To notice obvious improvements in your cellulite on your thighs and legs, it will require time, effort, and considerable lifestyle adjustments. If you want to see quick results, combine your yoga practice with weight training and short bursts of cardio.

It’s also important to remember that cellulite can’t be entirely removed. However, there are several therapies that may help to minimize its appearance. Working with a competent health care practitioner to determine which treatments are suited for you can help you obtain the greatest outcomes.

Which yoga poses are the most effective for muscle strengthening and toning?

Choose powerful and aggressive yoga methods if you wish to gain muscle with yoga. The following are some of the most popular yoga styles to try:

• Ashtanga
• Yoga with a punch
• Yoga in the woods
• Hot yoga
• Vinyasa

The goal is to conduct activities that will push you and your body to new limits. If a yoga session doesn’t physically challenge you, you’re probably not growing stronger, but rather maintaining your current level of strength.

Experiment with incorporating some yoga equipment into your practice. Small dumbbells and resistance bands are excellent instruments for increasing load and, as a result, muscular development.

You may also concentrate on practicing more yoga posture repetitions, flowing at a quicker pace than usual, or spending more time on your yoga mat.

Slow cookers are probably associated with some stereotypical images, none of which are particularly manly: Midwestern grandmothers making cheesy potatoes for a church potluck, your mother serving slow-cooked stew after you got home from football practice, or your wife and her girlfriends trading recipes on Pinterest.

In actuality, the slow cooker is the ideal kitchen device for the contemporary man in many respects. It can convert even the most reluctant cook into a confident amateur chef, thanks to its price and ease.

If you’ve never used a crockpot before, we’ve outlined the advantages of doing so, followed by some recipes to get you started. We’ll even teach you how to improve your slow-cooking abilities with recipes from a professional chef at the end.

The Advantages of Cooking in a Crockpot

They’re handy, and they can have supper ready when you arrive. The last thing you want to do when you get home after a long day at work is prepare and cook a good supper with genuine cuisine (let alone clean up!). It’s simply so difficult to stay motivated. As a result, you rely on takeout, freezer meals, and other such options. You may start a supper before you leave the home in the morning and have it ready when you come in the door at night by utilizing a crockpot and front-loading your meal prep work during the busier portion of the day. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or the entire family, you’ll have supper ready in no time. Cleaning up is usually as easy as tossing the crockpot container into the dishwasher.

They make meal preparation simple for novices (especially when it comes to nutritious meals!). There are several slow cooker recipes that need the same amount of preparation as a stovetop or oven-cooked dinner. But clearly one of the most appealing aspects of slow cooking is that it’s frequently as simple as slicing some vegetables and tossing everything into a pot for 8 hours or so. It’s the way to go for someone who is new to cooking. Even if you’ve lived under a rock and have never been in a kitchen before, you can make the Chicken a Week dish below.

While you may associate the crockpot with loaded quesos (which have their place — see below! ), creamy mashed potatoes, and other fatty, processed-food-filled foods, the gadget really makes healthful cooking a breeze. Soups, lean meats, seafood, vegetables – the slow cooker can handle it all. Paleo meal preparation, for example, doesn’t have to be difficult if you have the correct equipment (there are in fact numerous paleo slow cooking cookbooks out there).

It’s a bargain! Slow cookers, like everything else, come in a variety of expensive versions. There are definitely $100+ crockpots available in colossal sizes and/or with whiz-bang technologies that let you to manage the appliance directly from your smartphone. Go for it if that’s your thing. One of the main advantages of slow cooking is that it’s a relatively inexpensive device. Models with good reviews may be had for $20-$30. Because it’s such a basic equipment — simply an adjustable heating source and a large ceramic/metal dish — even the cheapest models should last a long time.

 

It’s not only the gadget that’s inexpensive; the meals you prepare with it might be as well. Whole meats and veggies are less expensive than prefabricated freezer dinners, and a crockpot dish may provide enough leftovers for many days, particularly if you’re a bachelor or have a small family.

It tenderizes meat while also blending tastes. Using a crockpot is essentially braising simplified. Cooking meat at a low temperature for a long length of time breaks down the fat and tenderizes the fibers, resulting in moist, absolutely exquisite meals. After slow cooking a roast or chicken breast for many hours, it will actually break apart at the touch of a knife or fork.

The crockpot does more than tenderize meat; it also blends tastes, enabling fluids and spices to be properly absorbed into whatever you’re cooking.

Keeps meals at the right temperature for an extended period of time. When it comes to entertaining, not only preparing big quantities of food, but also scheduling everything to be completed at the same time may be a challenge for even the most experienced hosts. After that, keep those dishes warm until everyone is served (even seconds!). Is there a solution? Get the slow cooker out! Almost everything may be prepared ahead of time and kept at the perfect temperature until ready to serve, from meat-heavy main courses to vegetarian sides to warm appetizers.

Now that we’ve learned about the advantages of slow cooking, it’s time to go to work — slowly.

A Few Recipes for Novices

These dishes are easy to make and great to eat.

Weekly Chicken

Weekly chicken, in the shape of a chile relleno.

This dish is so named because cooking this chicken for usage during the week is normally a Sunday habit in my house. The chicken shreds wonderfully and is tasty and moist every time. I prefer to use this chicken in sandwiches, quesadillas, and chile rellenos as a basis.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• taco seasoning (1 tbsp.)
• 1 jar salsa (your choice of brand)

Directions

Season the chicken breasts with taco seasoning in a slow cooker. Toss the chicken with the salsa. Cook for 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low. Shred the chicken in the juices and serve right away, or securely bag and refrigerate for use later in the week.

To create chile rellenos, first char the skins of two poblano peppers before removing them. Peppers should be cut in half. Fill a baking dish halfway with enchilada sauce, then top with peppers and chicken. If desired, top with shredded cheese and more sauce. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake until the cheese has melted.

Soup with Ham and White Beans

This is one of my favorite Christmas soups, and it’s a fantastic way to use up all that leftover ham. It’s also a substantial, excellent meal at other times of the year. Although I prefer dried beans over canned, you can always reduce your cooking time in half by employing the shortcut.

 

Ingredients

• 4 cups white navy beans, dried (soak overnight, per directions on bag)
• 1 pound of shredded ham
• 2 big carrots, peeled and sliced
• 12 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• kosher salt, 1 tsp
• 12 tsp. pepper, freshly cracked
• 1 tablespoon of spicy sauce
• 2 quarts stock (chicken)

Directions

In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours, until beans are cooked. Season with salt and pepper as needed, tasting every now and then.

Queso Enchilada

One of the most popular slow cooker recipes is a Velveeta, Rotel, and ground beef queso. I create my own version of this classic by using country sausage for the ground beef and Velveeta for cream cheese. The end result is a thicker, richer queso.

Ingredients

• 1 pound of country sausage
• 2 x 8 oz. cream cheese packets
• 1 Rotel tomato can
• To serve, tortilla chips

Directions

1. Drain grease after browning the sausage until it is fully done.
2. In a slow cooker, combine cooked sausage, cream cheese, and tomatoes; simmer on high for 75 minutes, or until cheese is melted and creamy. Reduce to a low heat setting and serve with tortilla chips on the side.

Taking Things to the Next Level

The ubiquitous crockpot isn’t only for home cooks; professional chefs use them as well. Hugh Acheson, a well-known chef, has dedicated an entire cookbook to the gadget. I contacted him and received the following recipes, which will help you expand and broaden your slow cooker repertoire after you’ve mastered the fundamentals.

Chicken Stock for Beginners

Chefs like Acheson will constantly tell you that handmade stock is superior than store-bought stock. You may use the stock right away or freeze it for later use in your favorite recipes.

Ingredients

This recipe yields 4 quarts.

• 1 chicken (head removed, but feet are OK if attached)
• salt kosher
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 thyme branch, fresh (or several sprigs)
• 2 fresh parsley branches (or several sprigs)
• bay leaves (two)
• 2 quartered medium white onions
• 3 big carrots, peeled and sliced into 2-inch pieces
• 3 celery branches, cut into 2-inch pieces with leaves
• 1 teaspoon seeds of coriander
• 6 tsp black pepper

Directions

1. Cut the chicken into eight pieces using a butcher’s knife. The gizzards, heart, neck, and backbone should all be used in the stock, but the liver should be saved for another day. (Livers freeze well and may be used to make a pâté or finish sauces.) 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12 teaspoon salt 12
2. In a large slow cooker, place the chicken pieces. Add the garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaves, onions, carrots, celery, coriander, and peppercorns, along with the garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaves, onions, carrots, celery, coriander, and peppercorns. Add 4 quarts of cold water to the mixture. Set the cooker on low and let it alone for 8 hours. After 8 hours, strain the stock, remove the solids, and store any leftovers in the freezer for up to 5 days.

Peanuts, boiled

Green peanuts are raw peanuts that have not been cured or roasted. They have a season that goes from August through November, although finding them north of Virginia might be difficult. Nonetheless, you should make an effort to locate them since, when cooked until soft in water laced with vinegar and red pepper, they make an excellent snack. They turn out to be like beans with a deep, nutty taste.

 

We give them to friends and neighbors as we prepare them; it’s a natural way of displaying that inherent Southern hospitality. If you want your nuts to have a little heat, add some cayenne pepper to the mix before frying them.

If you can’t locate them at your local grocery shop, seek for them in Asian stores’ vegetable area or order them online.

Ingredients

This recipe yields 4 quarts.

• green peanuts, 2 pound
• a quarter-cup of kosher salt
• 12 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, crushed

Directions

1. Trace the outline of the slow cooker lid onto a piece of parchment paper using a pencil, using it as a stencil. With scissors, cut off the shape and lay it aside.
2. In a slow cooker, combine the peanuts, salt, vinegar, and red pepper flakes, along with 4 quarts of water. Cook for 1 hour on high with the lid on. Then, immediately on top of the peanuts, add the piece of parchment, decrease the heat to low, and simmer for 11 hours, or until the peanuts are soft, like well-cooked beans. Serve the peanuts warm, or chill them in their cooking liquid and keep them in it as well. They may be kept in the fridge for up to a week.

Stew of Catfish

Hugh’s Southern cooking approach is combined with the idea that wonderful meals may be made and kept in the slow cooker. This is your new go-to dish if you’re tired of Grandma’s pot roast stew.

Ingredients

4-6 people

• 1 can Italian plum tomatoes (28 oz.)
• 12 pound chopped slab bacon
• 1 big sliced sweet onion
• 1 big chopped red bell pepper
• 1 celery branch, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 whole garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon mace powder
• 1 teaspoon allspice powder
• clam juice (two cups)
• 2 c. fish broth (or vegetable stock)
• 1 pound fingerling potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1-inch rounds
• salt kosher
• 2 TBS WORCESTERSHIRE SEASONING
• 1 tsp. chili sauce
• 112 pound filets of catfish, sliced into 1-inch chunks
• 2 tblsp butter (unsalted)
• 14 cup parsley, chopped
• 12 cup thinly sliced pickled banana peppers
• black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

1. Preheat the slow cooker for at least 15 minutes on high. Fill a food processor halfway with tomatoes and their juice, then pulse to break them down.
2. Cook the bacon in a large pan over medium heat for 10 minutes, or until most of the fat has rendered. Simmer for 2 minutes with the onions, peppers, and celery, then add the garlic and cook for 1 minute longer. Remove the pan from the heat and pour the contents into the slow cooker. In a slow cooker, combine the tomatoes, cloves, mace, allspice, clam juice, stock, potatoes, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook on low heat for 4 hours. At this stage, the potatoes should be fork-tender.
3. 12 teaspoon salt, Worcestershire sauce, and spicy sauce Season the catfish pieces with 12 teaspoon salt, then place them in the slow cooker for 20 minutes to simmer.
4. Pour in the butter and mix slightly before ladling the stew into separate dishes. Finish with a grind of black pepper and salt to taste before garnishing with parsley and banana peppers.

Pour in the butter and mix slightly before ladling the stew into separate dishes. Finish with a grind of black pepper and salt to taste before garnishing with parsley and banana peppers.

 

Matt Moore is the author of The South’s Best Butts and a frequent contributor to the Art of Manliness.

 

 

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