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		<title>Top 5 Tips For Getting A Good Deal On A Cornish Holiday Cottage</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Sep 2010 01:37:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the best ways to enjoy a holiday in the United Kingdom is to stay in a holiday cottage. Staying in a cottage means you have your own kitchen, bathrooms and a living room just like at home. There are lots of great tourist attractions to visit in the United Kingdom. You will be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the best ways to enjoy a holiday in the United Kingdom is to stay in a holiday cottage. Staying in a cottage means you have your own kitchen, bathrooms and a living room just like at home. There are lots  of great tourist attractions to visit in the United Kingdom. You will be able to visit a number of wildlife parks and museums as well as being able to enjoy the nations  culinary delights. The country has some great beaches and countryside if you want to have a more relaxed holiday. No matter  your age you will be able to choose something you will enjoy.</p>
<p>One of the best places to stay in the UK is Cornwall. There are plenty of beautiful beaches to enjoy in Cornwall. The beaches are expected to be very busy during the peak  seasons thanks to the warm local climate throughout the summer. The beaches found in  Bude, St Ives and Newquay are among the most popular during the warmer weather.  Cornwall isn&#8217;t just beaches though, the moors and countryside offer great locations for you to walk. </p>
<p>If your looking for a simple  way of getting the most out of your trip then staying in <a href="http://www.hideaways.co.uk/holiday-cottages/cornwall" target='_blank'>Cornwall holiday cottages</a> is one of the best. If you are taking your own car then you can easily use it to drive from your cottage  to local tourist spots and attractions. You will find that there are  holiday cottages in Cornwall that are in a range of different locations. There are cottages in Cornwall that are in small villages and rural locations where you can relish in the local life style. If you want to be able to go out in the evening then you can find plenty of rental cottages available in towns and on the coast.  </p>
<p>Here are 5 tips for finding the right cottage for your holiday in Cornwall</p>
<p>1. Get some accommodation with a swimming pool or spa. You&#8217;ll be surprised by the number of <a href="http://www.cornwall-coastal-cottages.co.uk" target='_blank'>holiday cottages to rent in Cornwall</a> that have a spa or swimming pool. A swimming pool is a great way to get some exercise and a spa is fantastic if you want to relax. Try  finding a cottage with a swimming pool and spa and you will not regret it and will also be surprised at how little extra they cost.</p>
<p>2. Search for deals on luxury holiday cottages. People that are planning on staying in a large group will be able to  find some great deals on luxury holiday cottages for up to groups of 12. A luxury cottage will be more spacious and will come with a number of bedrooms. Avoiding the peak Summer season will be expensive so you can  get some great deals on luxury cottages by booking in the Spring or Autumn months.</p>
<p>3. Take your families dog and rent pet friendly holiday  accommodation. There are many cottages that are pet friendly and there is nothing better than taking your  dog with you. You won&#8217;t have to find someone to look after your dog or pay for kennels while you are away. You can walk your dog on many of the coastal and countryside trails but you  must clean up after your dog.</p>
<p>4. Book lessons at the local surf school before you go on holiday. For those of you that want to learn to ride the waves like a pro then booking a surf school in advance is a good  idea. It is common for classes to become full very quickly and you will find it  difficult to book surfing lessons if you just show up on the day so plan in advance to avoid disappointment.</p>
<p>5. Put together  a schedule of local attractions you want to visit and arrange your accommodation around it.   It is a good idea to work out which local attractions, events and towns you want to visit beforehand. sensible distance from all of them.|You will then be able to choose a  holiday cottage that is in a location that is a short drive from all of them.|This will help you avoid wasting time travelling to different locations as you can choose to book  accommodation in an area that is suitable for visiting all of them.|You can find accommodation that is close to all of these different attractions so you don&#8217;t end up having to  spend long periods in the car.[/spin]</p>
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		<title>Three Tips For Keeping Your Swimming Pool Clear Of Algae</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 29 Aug 2010 22:56:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you own a swimming pool then you are probably aware that if you don&#8217;t maintain your pool properly it will soon start to turn green. The green water is caused by algae forming in the water and . Creating a swimming pool cleaning schedule will help you to keep algae under control and stop [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you own a swimming pool then you are probably aware that if you don&#8217;t maintain your pool properly it will soon start to turn green.  The green water is caused by algae forming in the water and .  Creating a swimming pool cleaning schedule will help you to keep algae under control and stop it from turning the water green.  You can then enjoy your pool with out the worry of contracting infections as a result of bacteria and germs living in the water.  You can monitor the cleanliness of the water by using an inexpensive test kit and this will let you know the level of swimming pool chemicals to add to the water.  However different conditions can cause swimming pool chemicals to react differently in the water so here are a few tips to help keep your pool sparklingly clean all summer long.</p>
<p>1. Check The Weather Reports &#8211; Different types of weather conditions can have dramatic effects on the water in your pool.  Gusty winds and extended periods of rainfall will shake up the <a href="http://www.poolstore.co.uk" target='_blank'>swimming pool chemicals</a> causing them to break down more quickly.  Sunny weather conditions will have similar effects as the heating up of the water will cause the chemicals to react more quickly.  You can deal with these sorts of issues by regularly using pool shock treatments to keep the pool clean. </p>
<p>2. Don&#8217;t Just Rely On Chemicals &#8211; Keeping the water topped up with swimming pool chemicals is only part of the cleaning job.  Brushing algae off of the swimming pool liner and around the pool will also help.  You should also get a good vacuum to clean the bottom of the pool.  Automatic robot vacuums are perfect for this as you can just leave them to clean the bottom of the pool when you aren&#8217;t using it.  You will still want to skim the water with a net to remove any leaves or other debris that might clog up the vacuum or filter.     </p>
<p>3. Check The Filter &#8211; It is sensible to monitor your swimming pool filter and take care of it.  Making sure that swimming pool filters remain undamaged and clear from leaves can save you a lot of hassle in the long run.  For those of you with paper filters you should change them regularly and keep a stock of spares handy.  Those of you that have sand filters will need to back wash them regularly to keep them well maintained.</p>
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		<title>Top 3 Tips For Promoting Your Company Using Pop Up Shelters</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 28 Aug 2010 20:19:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Taking a stand to an exhibition, trade show or other event related to your business is a great way of promoting your companies name and services. If you have ever had to setup a stand for your business at an event then you will realise what a time consuming task this can be. If your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Taking a stand to an exhibition, trade show or other event related to your business is a great way of promoting your companies name and services.  If you have ever had to setup a stand for your business at an event then you will realise what a time consuming task this can be.  If your stand is going to be outside then this can make things even worse as you will usually need some sort of cover in case it rains.  You could struggle with setting up a complex tent or marquees but a much better idea is to use instant canopies.  With pop up shelters like this you will find that your life will be a lot easier and there are a number of benefits to using them.</p>
<p>1. Canopy Branding &#8211; You will be able to use <a href="http://www.tectonicsuk.co.uk" target='_blank'>pop up instant canopies</a> as a clever promotional tool to advertise your businesses products and services as well as your company name.  There are multiple opportunities to use your company logo on the top, side and back of the stand.  Another benefit is that the PVC coated covers come in virtually any colour that means your pop up shelter can be any colour you want  This is very handy if you want it to match your corporate colours or a products colours.  This means that instant canopies present some fantastic opportunities for increasing your brand awareness and to keep your company in the minds of those attending the event.</p>
<p>2. Simple Storage &#8211; Instant canopies are really easy to store and transport.  They come complete with their own bag which is easy to transport and pack the canopy into.  You can easily pack the canopy into the bag and the time it takes to take it down means this can all be done at speed using few people. </p>
<p>3. The Ease Of Set Up &#8211; The great thing about instant canopies is that you can set them up in a matter of minutes.  The structure of the canopy is light weight and the aluminium frame pop out quickly to produce a solid enclosure.  The structure of these sorts of canopies allow them to be used multiple times thanks to the hard wearing PVC coated fabric and flexible aluminium poles.  </p>
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		<title>How To Choose An Artificial Christmas In 3 Easy Steps</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 23:19:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[You couldn&#8217;t realistically enjoy Christmas with out having a Christmas tree in your home. There is nothing like gathering around the tree with your family at Christmas and opening presents. Just think how happy your wife would be as she opens an engraved gift by the tree or as your kids open this years most [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You couldn&#8217;t realistically enjoy Christmas with out having a Christmas tree in your home.  There is nothing like gathering around the tree with your family at Christmas and opening presents.  Just think how happy your wife would be as she opens an engraved gift by the tree or as your kids open this years most popular toy.  This is why you should make sure you have the right sized tree for your house.  You could choose to get a natural tree for Christmas but you will find that a natural tree brings a wide range of problems.  You will find that the needles on natural trees are rather sharpe and a lot will fall off the longer you have the tree in your home.  You will also find yourself having to buy a new tree only to recycle it in January every year.  Therefore artificial Christmas trees are a more practical solution financially as they can be used every year.  However if you are going to invest in an artificial Christmas tree to use year after year, then you need to make sure that you get the right one.  Here are some pieces of advice for picking out the right artificial Christmas trees.      </p>
<p>1. Getting The Right Colour &#8211; If you want to go for a traditional look then you would have to pick a green one.  The great thing about <a href="http://www.justchristmas.co.uk" target='_blank'>artificial Xmas trees</a> is that they can come in almost any colour.  This is great as it means you get to express your own personality.  A black Christmas tree might sound a bit out of the ordinary but can have some great effects and a white Christmas tree will give you a snow covered feel so the choice is really up to you.</p>
<p>2. Pre Lit Christmas Trees &#8211; Some people love to spend some time decorating their tree with lights and tinsle but it isn&#8217;t for everyone.  These are typically best suited for people that don&#8217;t want to spend a lot of time decorating a tree.  With all the different options of lights you can get a truly spectacular look with either fibre optic lights or LEDs and attached Christmas lights.</p>
<p>3. Size &#8211; You have to make sure that you get a tree that will fit the room you&#8217;re going to put it in. It is a sensible idea to make a space in the room you are planning to have your tree in and to measure it.  It is all important to make sure that you check the height of the room at a minimum as you need to make sure you can fit the tree in the room.  </p>
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		<title>Top 3 Benefits Of Buying A Swiss Chalet And Moving To Switzerland</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Aug 2010 17:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is not surprising that many people end up living abroad these days but many people are now choosing to live in Swiss property, which is a bit unexpected. A lot of British ex-pats often choose to move to countries like Spain and Australia as there are large communities of British people living there. It [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is not surprising that many people end up living abroad these days but many people are now choosing to live in Swiss property, which is a bit unexpected.  A lot of British ex-pats often choose to move to countries like Spain and Australia as there are large communities of British people living there.  It is easy to see the appeal of these countries with their warm climiates and the fact that they speak a lot of English so what is it that is so attractive about Switzerland?</p>
<p>The Countries Position In Europe &#8211; Switzerland is placed practically in the middle of Europe.  Rather than having to pay for a costly flight for a holiday, nearby countries can be reached easily and affordably by train or car.  Some of the top tourist destinations in Europe such as Germany, Holland and France are literally a stones throw away.</p>
<p>The Ski Season &#8211; The Alps of Switzerland share a border with some of the finest ski resorts in the world including France, Austria and Italy.  These are incredibly popular areas for snowboarders and skiers to move to.  With more and more affluent people taking up these sorts of extreme sports there has been an increase in people buying <a href="http://www.alpinepropertyinvestments.co.uk/index_files/Page700.htm" target='_blank'>Swiss chalets</a> as well as French ski property.   Many people buy this type of alpine property purely to use during the ski season as most of them can be found in and around the ski resorts.</p>
<p>Neutrality &#8211; Switzerland has always remained neutral when it comes to war.  The Swiss military has a limited number of professional soldiers but does have national conscription this could explain why they only tend to take part in peace keeping operations.  As a result of this Switzerland do not use a large amount of public money to fund the military as it is not needed.   This means that more money from tax is spent on public services which is why Switzerland has some of the best public healthcare, transport and other services in the world.</p>
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		<title>Real Estate and  Investing</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:24:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The U.S. is still in the middle of one of the worst recessions in the history of America that was fueled primarily by a huge bubble in real estate investing, but for other reasons also. Make sure that the underlying real estate investment is sound and the potential for profit is large enough to make [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The U.S. is still in the middle of one of the worst recessions in the history of America that was fueled primarily by a huge bubble in <a href="http://www.brokersopinonofvalue.com/">real estate investing</a>, but for other reasons also.</p>
<p>Make sure that the underlying real estate investment is sound and the potential for profit is large enough to make it a good investment by doing your homework before jumping into something.</p>
<p>The majority of homeowners who find themselves in a foreclosure type situation don&#8217;t realize that there are a myriad of options and programs designed to help them stay in their home.</p>
<p>Though there are loan modification scams going on, there are also many companies and organizations that legitimately want to help you in this foreclosure process.</p>
<p>Home owners who bought their homes near the peak of the real estate bubble are eagerly awaiting the news that the market has hit bottom and values are beginning to increase.</p>
<p>You can go up to your local county courthouse and find a list of properties that are in the process of foreclosure simply by looking on the court roll call.</p>
<p>Having an attorney, real estate agent, or &#8220;guru&#8221; to assist you construct the offer and paperwork will make it easier.</p>
<p>You can find a home, for example, that is worth about $200,000 in which the owner is behind on a mortgage where he only owes about $120,000, then you can offer to purchase the home for $130,000 and give the owner $10,000 as a down and let them live there and rent it back from you.</p>
<p>As with any education, time spent learning about real estate will bring its own rewards, especially if the people in your life understand your goals and your plan to achieve them.</p>
<p>You can then ask for the $200,000 when the market rebounds, and you will have just made $70,000 profit in a few years, a much better yield than you can ever make in any other type of investment.</p>
<p>As real estate values moved higher and higher, lenders expanded the use of subprime loans, adding enticing features that made home ownership possible for people who could not qualify for a regular loan.</p>
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		<title>How To Lower Your Car Insurance With A Good Security System</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:03:53 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your car insurance premium will automatically be lower when you install a security system in it. This is due to the fact that having security inside your vehicle reduces its theft risk, and all insurance is dependant on risk. If your auto insurance company knows that your car carries a lower chance of getting stolen, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Your <a href="http://www.payasyoudrive.co.za">car insurance</a> premium will automatically be lower when you install a security system in it. This is due to the fact that having security inside your vehicle reduces its theft risk, and all <a href="http://www.payasyoudrive.co.za">insurance</a> is dependant on risk. If your auto insurance company knows that your car carries a lower chance of getting stolen, they know that they will be less likely to have to pay out.</p>
<p>If someone tries to break into your vehicle, a good, loud alarm system will alert you and any people nearby to the incident. Your alarm system, dependant on its capability, will have a range of sensors located round the vehicle. Some of these systems activate when someone tries to open a door handle, or a window is broken. More advanced alarm systems have motion sensors around the vehicle so that it will go off if someone even leans against your car! Luckily, you can choose the sound of your car alarm, so that you will be able to recognize and distinguish it from others.</p>
<p>It is good to have a clear, high decibel alarm system, but you have to also consider what will happen if there is no one within earshot or the thieves work rapidly. The security system INSIDE your car also must be efficient. You are able to deter potential thieves with a good gear locking system. Unless they have a metal cutter, they will not be able to steal your vehicle with a gear lock in place! It is good, of course, to have backup security measures in your vehicle. An anti hijack system, which will cut your vehicle from operating if a hidden button is not pressed, will almost certainly stop the thieves. Some immobilizer systems will not allow your vehicle to start without the keys until a special key has been inserted into the anti hijack system.</p>
<p>In addition to all these abovementioned security systems, you can also install a tracker system on your vehicle. A tracker system will find your motor vehicle through satellites, no matter where it is in the world. So therefore, if your vehicle is stolen, it will be located and retrieved by your tracking company.</p>
<p>In addition to all these security measures, you can also put some tinting on your vehicle&#8217;s windows. This way, potential thieves will find it more difficult to see inside. There are a lot of smash and grab attacks, where a thief will break your car window at a traffic light and steal the valuables in the passenger seat. With tinting, they will not be able to see what you have on the seat so that they can do this. It also helps with the theft of your car radio and such when you have parked your car. Ensure that you are always vigilant at stop streets, traffic lights and when parking your vehicle, as sometimes thieves prefer to attack whilst you are still in your vehicle!</p>
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		<title>Ways to Stand Apart From The Competition</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:41:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[So much work is going into the improvement of a good Internet Marketing Strategy. When it comes to advertising and marketing your company on the Internet, you have a number of various elements to take into account, including search engine optimization, affiliate marketing, blog marketing, email advertising and paid search. It can normally be confusing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So much work is going into the improvement of a good <a title="Internet Marketing Strategy" href="http://yearoftheaffiliate.com/internet-marketing/internet-marketing-strategy/">Internet Marketing Strategy</a>. When it comes to advertising and marketing your company on the Internet, you have a number of various elements to take into account, including search engine optimization, affiliate marketing, blog marketing, email advertising and paid search. It can normally be confusing being familiar with where to begin.</p>
<p>You should know what works. Take the time to <a title="Analyse Your Competition" href="http://seanseo.com/internet-business/analyse-your-competition/">Analyze Your Competition</a> to determine the marketing methods that they work with. Think about your product or service and what makes your business distinct from all of the rest. Apply the thing that sets you apart in your Online advertising campaign to stand out in the crowd.</p>
<p>A easy plan of action for Web marketing is to begin quickly with paid search while you might be building organic search results. You can also want to explore the world of affiliate advertising, but not until you have run a test advertising campaign with paid searches. Continue to build your email lists and implement email advertising to keep your established shoppers returning to your company time and time again.</p>
<p>Nonetheless, one of the most critical Internet advertising tools obtainable is a business blog. Blogs are easy to make and you can be able to provide your consumers with valuable details about the products and services you offer. You are going to be able to supply a website that will entice new clients and identify yourself as an authority in the market with your business blog.</p>
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		<title>How to Get an Accurate Mortgage Rate Quote</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 13:26:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to looking for a mortgage, there are several things to consider. First, you want to be certain that you are examining mortgage rates for your specific geographic region, as mortgage rates may vary from state to state. If you live in Baltimore, you may want to search for something like Baltimore Mortgage [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to looking for a mortgage, there are several things to consider.</p>
<p>First, you want to be certain that you are examining mortgage rates for your specific geographic region, as mortgage rates may vary from state to state.</p>
<p>If you live in Baltimore, you may want to search for something like <a href="http://www.mybaltimorehomemortgage.com">Baltimore Mortgage Rates</a>.</p>
<p>By doing this, you guarantee that you are obtaining rates that are correct for your particular city and state.</p>
<p>Second, you need to be sure you are comparing apples to apples, so when asking about interest rates, always be sure to ask for an Annual Percentage Rate, or APR, as well.</p>
<p>Your APR is merely your quoted mortgage rate plus any additional costs associated with the loan, expressed as a percentage.  This is truly the only way to be sure you are getting an accurate mortgage rate quote.</p>
<p>For example, if you were quoted a rate of 5.000%, but the APR is 5.625%, you can be sure that the fees associated with that loan are very high, and you may even be paying points.</p>
<p>If, on the other hand, the quoted rate was 5.000% and the APR were just 5.125%, this would indicate that the costs associated with that particular loan are very low.</p>
<p>Normally, your APR is found on your Truth-in-Lending agreement, or TIL, so make sure you ask for this document before locking in your interest rate.  This will ensure that you get your APR in a timely manner.</p>
<p>Following these easy guidelines can help to ensure that your mortgage shopping process is quick and painless.</p>
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		<title>Seven Tactics Toward Effective Musical Practice</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The quality of your practice is much more important than the quantity. The old saying &#8220;practice makes perfect&#8221; is only true if the practice itself is perfect. Here are 7 tips to help make your practice more effective and efficient. Practice motions slowly The muscular memory of our bodies allows us to physically carry out [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The quality of your practice is much more important than the quantity. The old saying &#8220;practice makes perfect&#8221; is only true if the practice itself is perfect. Here are 7 tips to help make your practice more effective and efficient. </p>
<p>Practice motions slowly </p>
<p>The muscular memory of our bodies allows us to physically carry out patterns of motion with little or no conscious involvement. Examples of muscular memory include walking, riding a bicycle, typing, and of course playing a musical instrument. </p>
<p>In order to develop this memory, the muscles require training in the form of repeated conscious guidance from the mind. First the mind must learn the pattern. Then the mind must &#8220;teach&#8221; the pattern to the muscles. </p>
<p>The mind initially must control all the motions of the muscles. The more controlled and precise the motions, the more quickly the muscles will develop muscle memory. </p>
<p>Slow practice also allows the mind to teach &#8220;antagonistic muscles&#8221; to relax. Antagonistic muscles are those that move in opposite directions. By relaxing antagonistic muscles you can reduce tension and facilitate faster and easier performance and avoid potential injury. </p>
<p>Practice in small cells </p>
<p>A &#8220;practice cell&#8221; is simply a finite series of motions. Musical cells can correspond to anything from a few notes to an entire work. When practicing, it is important to practice small cells of just a few notes. Practicing small cells limits the amount of information the muscles have to learn at one time. It also facilitates the mind&#8217;s focus and concentration. </p>
<p>Link the end of one cell to the beginning of the next </p>
<p>To help the muscles develop a sense of continuum throughout the piece of music, the last motion in a cell should be the first motion of the following cell. </p>
<p>Practice each cell in bursts </p>
<p>Once the muscles have learned a pattern, they will be capable of executing it without conscious control. Initiate the pattern through a conscious command and allow the muscles to execute it in a burst. </p>
<p>Don&#8217;t practice mistakes </p>
<p>For every repetition required to learn a pattern of motion, it takes 7 times the number of repetitions to change the pattern. If in the course of your practice you make an error, stop. Review in your mind the pattern. And further reduce the speed of your motions. </p>
<p>Pause between repetitions </p>
<p>When dealing with repetitive activities, the mind is better able to focus when the repetitions are broken up by short pauses. After two or three repetitions, pause for about 30 seconds to regain focus. </p>
<p>Take frequent breaks and don&#8217;t &#8220;over-practice&#8221; </p>
<p>B.F. Skinner and other experts have found that the mind&#8217;s ability to learn drops significantly after prolonged intense concentration. Research shows that studying too long (i.e. more than four hours) can deplete chemicals in the brain necessary for learning. Therefore, it is best to take frequent breaks (a 5 minute break about every 20-25 minutes) and practice no more than 4 hours consecutively. </p>
<p>By applying these techniques, you can dramatically improve the quality of your practice. You&#8217;ll be able to use your time more efficiently and increase the effectiveness of your practice.</p>
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