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How to Stretch After Lifting Weights

Posted: 17 Aug 2020 05:00 PM PDT

Stretching after you work out is a great way to cool down and lower your heart rate. It can also help you improve your flexibility and mobility, enabling you to do better, more engaging exercises. Try to incorporate a stretching routine after you lift weights to relax your muscles and prevent injuries in the future.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Stretching Your Upper Body and Back

  1. Turn your head side to side to stretch your neck. Standing with your posture straight and your shoulders relaxed, gently turn your head to the right until your chin touches your right shoulder. Hold the stretch for 10 seconds, then turn your head to the other side. Repeat this on both sides 2 to 3 times.[1]
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    • This is a gentle stretch that doesn't put much pressure on your spine.
  2. Hold your arms behind your back to stretch your biceps. Stretch your arms out behind your back and interlace your fingers. Keeping your arms straight behind you, lift them up towards the ceiling as high as they can go. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it 1 to 2 more times.[2]
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    • You may feel a slight pull in your biceps and your shoulders.
  3. Pull your arm above your head to stretch your triceps. Starting with one arm, bend your elbow and place your bent arm behind your neck. With your other hand, pull your elbow in towards the back of your head to stretch your triceps. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it 1 to 2 more times. Then, you can switch arms.[3]
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    • Your triceps are the long muscles on the back of your arms. These don't get stretched much, so it's important to focus on them as you stretch.
  4. Stretch your wrists by pulling your hand backwards. Hold your right hand out in front of you at chest-height and use your left hand to grab the top of your right fingers. Keeping your right elbow straight, gently pull back on your right hand to feel a stretch in your wrist and forearm. Hold the stretch for 10 seconds, then switch hands.[4]
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    • When you lift weights, you hold a lot of tension in your wrists. It's important to stretch them out afterwards to avoid injury.
  5. Pull your arm across your chest to stretch your shoulders. Keeping your posture upright, pull one arm across your chest. Use your other arm to push your elbow in towards your chest, feeling a slight pull in your shoulder. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it on the other arm.[5]
    Stretch After Lifting Weights Step 3.jpg
    • Stretching your shoulders will give you a better range of motion when you work out.
  6. Use a doorway to stretch your chest muscles. Stand in an open doorway and grab either side of the door frame with your thumbs pointed upwards. Keeping your hands about hip-level on the door frame, slowly lean forward without moving your feet. Keep your back straight and your feet shoulder width apart to feel the stretch in your pecs and chest. Hold this for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it 1 to 2 more times.[6]
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    • You may also feel a slight stretch in your shoulders.
    • As soon as you feel the stretch in your chest, stop leaning forward and hold the position.
  7. Lean over to stretch your sides. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart and raise your arms up above your head, clasping your hands together. Slowly bend your body to one side, stopping when you feel a stretch in your sides. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it on the other side. Do this 1 to 2 more times on each side.[7]
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    • Your obliques are the ab muscles on the side of your torso. They engage when you use your core during full body movements, like deadlifting.
  8. Stretch your back with lumbar extensions. On a yoga mat, get onto your hands and knees with your back flat. Tuck your chin towards your chest and round your back towards the ceiling, feeling a stretch in your lower back and hips. Hold the rounded position for about 10 seconds, then come back to your starting position. Repeat the stretch 1 to 2 more times.[8]
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    • This is also called the cat stretch.

[Edit]Doing Lower-Body Stretches

  1. Hold yourself against a wall to stretch your calves. Find a flat wall and stand about away from it, then lean forward to rest your hands on the wall. Step one foot back behind you and press your heel to the floor, feeling a stretch in your calf muscle at the bottom of your leg. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, repeat it 1 to 2 more times, then move to your other leg.[9]
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    • Although it can be tempting, don't bounce in place as you hold the stretch. This can put strain on your muscles and cause serious injury.
  2. Lie flat on your back to work your hamstrings. On a yoga mat, lie flat with your legs extended out in front of you. Slowly lift one leg up towards the ceiling, grabbing your hamstring, or the back of your thigh, with your hands to help lift it. Pull your leg in towards your head, stopping when you feel a stretch, and hold it for 20 to 30 seconds. Repeat this 1 to 2 times, then move to your other leg.[10]
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    • Your hamstrings are the largest muscles in your legs, so it's important to stretch them well after you exercise.
    • Pull your leg in towards you very slowly and gently to avoid straining or pulling a muscle.
  3. Stretch your quads by laying on your side. On a yoga mat again, roll over to one side with your arms and legs in a straight line. Keep one arm underneath your head for support and use the other to reach behind you and grab your outside leg. Pull your foot in toward your rear to feel a stretch on the front part of your thigh. Hold this position for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it 1 to 2 times on this side. Once you're done, roll over to the other side and repeat the stretch.[11]
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    • You can also do this stretch standing up by reaching behind you and pulling your leg up in the same position. However, it can be hard to balance on one leg, so you may need to hold onto a wall or a chair for support.
  4. Do a butterfly stretch to stretch your groin. Sit flat on the ground with your legs out in front of you. Slowly bring your feet in toward your hips, letting your knees fall outward so your legs make a diamond shape. Grab your heels and pull your chest in toward the ground, pushing your knees downwards with your elbows. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it 1 to 2 times.[12]
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    • The butterfly stretch can be difficult if you've never done it before. Go slow to avoid pulling a muscle in your groin.
  5. Work your hip rotators by twisting your upper body. Sit flat on the floor with your legs out in front of you. Pick your right leg up and bring it over your left leg, placing your right foot near the outside of your left knee. Press your left elbow into the outside of your knee, twisting your torso to the side. Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds, then repeat it 1 to 2 times before moving to the other side.[13]
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    • You may also feel a stretch in your lower back.
  6. Extend your hip flexors in a low lunge. On the floor, push your right foot out in front of you at a 90-degree angle to the floor in a lunge, keeping your left leg flat on the ground. Place your hands on your right thigh and slowly lean forwards, pressing your hips to the front. Hold the stretch for 20 seconds, then repeat it 1 more time on the right before switching to your left.[14]
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    • This is a great way to increase your mobility in your hip flexors for squats and lunges.

[Edit]Stretching Safely

  1. Hold your stretch in a static position without bouncing. Although it can be tempting to bounce up and down to increase your stretch, the motion can actually tear your muscles. Try to hold your body in a static position as you stretch, breathing deeply to sink lower into it.[15]
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    • Bouncing is especially dangerous when stretching your hamstrings or calves, as those muscles are thin and can easily be stretched to a painful position.
  2. Aim to feel tension, not pain, as you stretch. If you reach a spot in your stretch that feels painful, back up slightly until you aren't in pain anymore. If your muscles actually hurt while you stretch, you could be overextending them, which can lead to serious injury.[16]
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    • The best way to increase your flexibility is to stretch more often, not to stretch deeper or lower.
  3. Focus on the muscle groups you used during your weight lifting. Stretching your whole body is a great choice after your workout, but you should focus on the muscles you used the most. After weight lifting, it's especially important to stretch your arms and upper body, and focus less on your legs and hips.[17]
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    • Stretching your entire body will help you increase your flexibility and mobility over time, which is why you should still throw in some stretches in muscle groups you didn't use.
  4. Try to stretch after every workout, or at least 2 to 3 times per week. For the best results, add stretching into your cool down routine after every workout. If you stretch 2 to 3 times per week, you'll start to notice more flexibility and mobility within a few months.[18]
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    • Stretching after your workout will help lower your heart rate, making it a great way to cool down.

[Edit]Tips

  • Take your time when stretching so you don't overextend your muscles.[19]

[Edit]Warnings

  • If you feel any pain or tearing in your muscles, stop stretching and let your muscles have a break.[20]

[Edit]References

  1. https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/OP-153.15-Neck-exercises.pdf
  2. https://uhs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/wellness-mindfulstretchingguide.pdf
  3. https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf
  4. https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/patient-guide/leaflets/files/5320Pwrist.pdf
  5. https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf
  6. https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf
  7. https://uhs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/wellness-mindfulstretchingguide.pdf
  8. https://uhs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/wellness-mindfulstretchingguide.pdf
  9. https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf
  10. https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf
  11. https://uhs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/wellness-mindfulstretchingguide.pdf
  12. https://hr.umich.edu/sites/default/files/mh-stretching-booklet.pdf
  13. https://uhs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/wellness-mindfulstretchingguide.pdf
  14. https://uhs.berkeley.edu/sites/default/files/wellness-mindfulstretchingguide.pdf
  15. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/stretching/art-20047931
  16. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/stretching/art-20047931
  17. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/stretch-before-exercising/
  18. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/stretch-before-exercising/
  19. https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/stretch-before-exercising/
  20. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/stretching/art-20047931

How to Teach Kids to Recycle

Posted: 17 Aug 2020 09:00 AM PDT

Taking care of the earth is a huge responsibility, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming or daunting to teach your kids about recycling! While recycling is just one part of becoming an environmentally friendly family, it's a great way to instill positive habits in your kids. Even really small changes can make a big impact over time.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Introducing Your Kids to Recycling

  1. Watch recycling programming online with your kid. Sites like PBSkids.org have lots of great videos about recycling that feature your kid's favorite characters, like Daniel the Tiger, Curious George, Cat in the Hat, and the Wild Kratts. PBS even has interactive games your kid might enjoy that will simultaneously teach them about recycling and taking care of the earth.[1]
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    • Kids will pay attention to what their favorite characters are doing! If Daniel the Tiger is learning how to sort through recyclables, it'll be easy to bring that conversation to life in your own home.
    • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offers fun activities under their Planet Protectors kids program, which can be found online.
    • Some sites offer downloadable coloring pages for kids that'll teach them about recycling, too.[2]
  2. Sort through the trash with your kids to talk about waste and recycling. This can get a little messy and stinky, so have everyone put on gloves and old clothes. Pull out your trash and sort through it item by item—pull out the items that can be recycled, put food waste to one side, and put non-recyclables in one pile. When you're done, talk about what you discovered and then put everything back where it should go.[3]
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    • This helps your child visually see how much waste you and your family produce daily. It may spark some ideas for how you can cut down on waste!
    • Try asking your kids questions like, "What items do you think can be recycled? or "Where do you think all of this trash goes when it leaves our home?" to start a conversation.
  3. Make a day trip to take special items to the right recycling facility. Things like batteries, computers, appliances, and paints probably can't go out with your normal recycling. Check with your community guidelines to see where and when those items can be recycled. Then, make a day of it! Gather up the items, drop them off where they need to go, and then do a fun activity, like having a picnic at the park or volunteering to walk dogs at the local animal shelter.[4]
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    • Making a day of it turns recycling into an adventure.
  4. Visit a landfill to give your child a visual of what waste looks like. It can be really hard (for both kids and adults!) to truly comprehend the quantity of material that is thrown out. It's easy to let trash be something that is "out of sight, out of mind," but the reality is that everything we throw out goes somewhere.[5]
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    • Call your local landfill and ask about coming for a visit. Even if you can't talk to someone who works there, you can at least view the landfill.
    • This can make a big impact on a kid. They may see all that waste and realize that recycling is one of the keys to cutting down on what goes into that landfill.
  5. Put your child in charge of rinsing out containers and flattening boxes. Instead of making this seem like a chore, turn it into something that your kid can be proud of and take ownership of. Even kids who are as young as pre-school age can help do this, though they may need your help with some parts.[6]
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    • Make this even more fun by creating a crown, cape, or hat for your kid that makes them the "Recycling Leader."
    • This activity helps turn recycling into a habit and part of their everyday routine. Plus, it helps continue the conversation about recycling.

[Edit]Recycling at Home and in the Community

  1. Take a look around your own home and talk about what can be recycled. Start in the kitchen and talk about the containers your food comes in, the plates you use, how you drink water, and how you dispose of food. In the bathroom, you can talk about soap and shampoo containers, the cardboard roll the toilet paper comes on, and how you dry your hands. This will help your child pay more attention to the things around them.[7]
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    • Try holding up different items and asking if they can be recycled or not. This can be a fun way for both of you to learn more about recycling! If you don't know the answer yourself, look it up.
  2. Encourage your child to take ownership of a recycling project. You might be surprised at your child's creativity or how great their ideas are for recycling and making your home more environmentally friendly. Help them execute their plan, but let them take the lead so they feel proud of what they're doing.[8]
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    • For example, maybe your kid is passionate about parks and wants to make sure each one in your area has recycling containers. You could help them organize a petition and get signatures.
    • Maybe your child wants to stop using disposable plates or bottles; help them research and shop for fun substitutes.
  3. Let your child help create a recycling center for your home. Get out the markers and paper and decorate different boxes or bins for your recycling. They could even write out a list of "recycling rules," like rinsing out food containers, taking the lids off of bottles, and breaking down cardboard boxes.[9]
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    • You could have separate bins for glass, plastic, tin and aluminum, and cardboard and paper.
    • Some communities take all your recycling items together in one container. For teaching purposes, you could still separate things so your kid learns about the different types of recyclables.
  4. Remember to recycle at the park, school, and other communal spaces. Lots of public spaces and schools now have recycling bins for bottles, cans, and other recyclable materials. Even when you're out having fun, like at the zoo or an amusement park, help your kids be mindful of what they're doing with their trash.[10]
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    • If there isn't a place for recyclable materials, bring your trash home with you and recycle it there.
    • When possible, bring along your reusable water bottles and containers so you create less waste.

[Edit]Becoming an Environmentally Friendly Kid

  1. Compost food instead of throwing it out and use it to fertilize a garden. Grab a composting bin from your local hardware store and set it up somewhere in your yard that gets a lot of sunlight. Create a base out of mulch, sticks, twigs, and other natural brown things. Grass clippings can go into the compost bin, too! Every day, collect your food waste and add it to the compost bin along with a little bit of water.[11]
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    • If you live somewhere without a yard, see if there's a community composting program nearby that you could participate in.
    • If you don't want to buy a composting bin, you could turn a normal garbage can into one by drilling a few holes in the bottom and on the sides.
  2. Grow a garden to reduce how much food you buy from the store. This is a great way to have your kids do some hands-on work. When you grow your food, you eliminate all the packaging that comes along with the food you buy at the store, which eliminates how much you'll have to throw out with the trash.[12]
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    • Get your kids involved in preparing snacks and meals with the food from your garden.
    • Plants help combat global warming by removing carbon dioxide from the environment and releasing oxygen.
    • Level up on your recycling skills by using compost from your composting bin to fertilize your garden!
  3. Switch out your lightbulbs for energy-efficient ones. This can be a great lesson about energy, how it's used, and how you can conserve it. If your child is old enough, let them switch out the bulbs themselves.[13]
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    • Some communities will provide energy-efficient bulbs for free—check with your local power company to see if they have this program available.
  4. Challenge your kids to turn off the water while they brush their teeth. Leaving the faucet running uses up about of water each minute! Over a month, your child could conserve over of water on their own.[14]
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    • Make this more visual by drawing a large jar on a piece of construction paper. Each day, have your child color in a few inches of space, starting at the bottom, to represent how much water they've saved.
    • Similarly, you could challenge older kids to see if they can take a shorter shower.[15]
  5. Enjoy family walks or bike rides and talk about gas and the environment. Reducing how much fossil fuel you use is a cool way to help the environment while spending some time bonding with your family. If you live in a bike-friendly city, you could bike to the library, farmer's market, or local diner.[16]
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    • If your child is old enough, they could even walk or bike to school instead of getting dropped off or taking the bus.
    • The less fossil fuel you use, the less air pollution there is.
  6. Create a special Earth Day tradition. You could make a special meal, plant a tree, clean up the local park, start a garden, build a bird feeder, or simply spend time outdoors. Make nature something to celebrate; having an annual tradition your child will look forward to is a great way to help them love the earth more.[17]
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    • Earth Day is always celebrated on April 22nd. Mark it on your calendar!

[Edit]Repurposing Items to Reduce Waste

  1. Ask your kids to use both sides of the paper when they're drawing. This is a simple way to cut down on waste. Challenge your kids to see how many times they can use both sides of the paper instead of just one side. Then ask them to do a little math to figure out how many pieces of paper they saved![18]
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    • This is a good time to talk to your kid about trees, paper, and conservation. Watch a video with them online and talk about other ways you can use less paper.
  2. Donate used clothes and toys so they can get a second life somewhere new. Take items that are still in good condition to your local thrift or donation store. Take some time to clean everything beforehand and make minor repairs. You could ask your child to gather a specific number of items from their room, like 5 pieces of clothes or toys that they don't use much anymore that someone else might like to have.[19]
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    • You could also challenge your family to only buy used and recycled items.
  3. See how many disposable things you can switch out for reusable ones. Ask your kid to help you think about ways your home can become more environmentally friendly. Make it a fun project by tackling one new item a week. Swap out these disposable items for reusable ones:[20]
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    • Lunchboxes
    • Water bottles
    • Travel cups
    • Plates
    • Silverware
    • Straws
    • Napkins
    • Batteries
    • Food storage containers
    • Shopping bags
    • Coffee filters
  4. Decorate reusable tote bags so your family can use less plastic. Gather the paints and craft supplies and transform a plain canvas tote into a cool shopping bag. Make 5 or 6 different totes and keep them in the car so they're always ready when you have to stop at the store.[21]
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    • You could even have your kid keep a tote bag in their backpack. That way, if they end up with extra things they need to bring home that won't fit in their backpack, they'll be able to use their tote instead of a plastic bag.
  5. Turn used items into craft projects. Items like cardboard boxes, tin cans, milk jugs, and egg cartons can be transformed into new objects with just a few supplies. Instead of buying new toys or materials to make crafts, reuse what you already have at home.[22]
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    • Make cardboard boxes into decorative storage containers, beds for stuffed animals, or the bases for dioramas.
    • Turn a tin can into a holder for pens and markers with some paint and decorative tape.
    • Rinse out a milk jug and turn it into a bird feeder.
    • Use egg cartons to plant seedlings or succulents or to organize small toys.

[Edit]Video

[Edit]Tips

  • Keep an eye out for community activities or clean-up days you and your kids can get involved with.[23]
  • The next time you're planning a birthday party, consider how you and your child can make it greener. Ask friends to bring gifts unwrapped, use real plates and cups, and think about ways to use recycled materials for decorations.[24]

[Edit]Related wikiHows

[Edit]References

  1. https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-raise-environmentally-responsible-kids
  2. https://www.parents.com/fun/printables/coloring-pages/10-free-earth-day-coloring-pages-for-kids/
  3. https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/go-green.html
  4. https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/green/kids-recycling/
  5. https://www.epa.gov/landfills/basic-information-about-landfills#whatis
  6. https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/green/kids-recycling/
  7. https://www.pbs.org/parents/crafts-and-experiments/waste-audit
  8. https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-raise-environmentally-responsible-kids
  9. https://www.planetaid.org/blog/start-early-5-tips-for-teaching-kids-about-recycling
  10. https://www.epa.gov/recycle/reducing-waste-what-you-can-do
  11. https://www.epa.gov/recycle/frequent-questions-recycling
  12. https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/celebrate-earth-day-with-nature-cats-daisys-garden
  13. https://www.epa.gov/energy/reduce-environmental-impact-your-energy-use
  14. https://www.epa.gov/watersense/watersense-kids
  15. https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/go-green.html
  16. https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/go-green.html
  17. https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/celebrate-earth-day-with-nature-cats-daisys-garden
  18. https://www.epa.gov/recycle/reducing-waste-what-you-can-do
  19. https://www.epa.gov/recycle/frequent-questions-recycling
  20. https://www.epa.gov/recycle/reducing-waste-what-you-can-do
  21. https://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/activities/outdoor/earth-day-activities-preschoolers/
  22. https://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/activities/outdoor/earth-day-activities-preschoolers/
  23. https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/go-green.html
  24. https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-throw-a-green-birthday-party

How to Use Apple Pay

Posted: 17 Aug 2020 01:00 AM PDT

This wikiHow teaches you how to set up and use Apple Pay to make online and in-person payments. Once you connect a valid debit or credit card to your wallet, you can use it to pay for things anywhere you see the Apple Pay logo. If you live in the United States, you can even use a debit card to exchange cash with friends and family.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Adding a Card on an iPhone or iPad

  1. Open the Wallet app on your iPhone or iPad. You should find it on your home screen or inside a folder.
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    • Most credit and debit cards with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover logos can be added to Apple Pay.[1]
    • Apple Pay is not available in all countries.
  2. Tap the plus in a circle. It's at the top-right corner of the screen.
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  3. Tap the blue button.
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  4. Align the front of your credit or debit card in the camera frame. Your iPhone will scan the card information and attempt to verify it with your bank.
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    • If you don't want to scan your card, tap Enter Card Details Manually at the bottom of the screen instead, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm. If your card issuer supports Apple Pay, you'll be prompted to enter some additional information to confirm the account. Once confirmed, the card will be added and ready to use.
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    • Some banks require you to install a separate app to confirm the card. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete any bank requirements.
    • The first card you add is set as your default payment method for Apple Pay. You can add additional cards if you wish.
  6. Change your default payment method (optional). If you add multiple cards and want to change which card is used for payments, follow these steps:[2]
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    • Open the Settings app and select Wallet & Apple Pay.
    • Scroll down and tap Default Card under "Transaction Defaults."
    • Tap the card you want to set as your default.
    • To remove a payment card, tap it, scroll to the bottom, and then select Remove this Card.

[Edit]Adding a Card on a Mac

  1. Click the menu on your Mac. If your Mac has built-in Touch ID (the touch bar that runs along the top of the keyboard), you can use it to add your card. If not, you'll need to add the card on an iPhone or iPad. The Apple menu is at the top-left corner of the screen.
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    • Most credit and debit cards with Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover logos can be added to Apple Pay. Most major card issuers and banks in other countries also participate in the program.
  2. Click on the menu.
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  3. Click . Some information about Apple Pay will appear in a window.
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  4. Click the button at the bottom of the window.
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  5. Enter your card details and click . The card issuer will now verify your info.
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    • If you want to add the card you've already associated with iTunes, you'll be prompted to enter its security code, which you'll usually find in the signature field.
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions to add your card. If your card issuer doesn't need additional information, click Next when prompted to add the card.
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    • If more info is needed before the card can be added, gather the requested information, and then enter it by navigating back to System Preferences > Wallet & Apple Pay and selecting your card.
    • To add another card, click the + under the panel that runs along the left side of the window.
  7. Change your default payment method (optional). If you add multiple cards and want to change which card is used for payments, follow these steps:
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    • Go to System Preferences > Wallet & Apple Pay
    • Click to select a card from the "Default Card" menu at the bottom of the screen.
    • To delete a card, select it from the list in the left panel and click the - button.

[Edit]Paying in a Store or Other Physical Location

  1. Look for the Apple Pay logo. Most stores, vending machines, and vehicles that accept Apple Pay display sticker with a black Apple logo and the word "Pay." Sometimes you'll see a black-and-white illustration of a hand holding a credit card near several curved lines. See this page on Apple's website for a list of all possible logos.
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  2. Pay using Face ID or a passcode. If you use Face ID or a passcode to unlock your iPhone, follow these steps to process your in-person payment:[3]
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    • Double-click the button on the side of your iPhone.
    • Look at your phone unlock with Face ID or enter your passcode.
    • If you want to pay with a different card, tap your default card and then select an alternative.
    • Hold the top of the phone near the contactless reader. A checkmark and the word "Done" will appear once your payment is processed.
  3. Pay using Touch ID. If you use your fingerprint to unlock your iPhone's screen, follow these steps to pay in person:
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    • To use your default card, touch your finger to Touch ID and then hold the top of your phone to the contactless reader. When the payment is complete, you'll see a checkmark and the word "Done."
    • To use a different card, just hold the top of your phone (without using Touch ID) to the contactless reader until your default card appears, tap the card, and then choose a different card. Then, use Touch ID to complete the payment.
  4. Pay using an Apple Watch. Here's how:[4]
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    • Double-click the button on the side of the watch face.
    • If you want to select a different payment method, tap your default method and then make your selection.
    • Hold your watch within a few centimeters of the contactless reader.
    • After you feel a tap on your wrist, tap the Digital Crown button to confirm the payment.

[Edit]Paying in an App or on the Web

  1. Tap the Apple Pay button on the item you want to purchase. If the app you're using accepts Apple Pay, you'll usually see a button that says Buy with Apple Pay button on the product page. This will bring up your default payment method.[5]
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    • You can use this method on an iPhone, iPad, or a Mac with Touch ID.
  2. Select a different card (optional). If you don't want to use your default card, tap the blue > (mobile) or the two arrows (Mac) next to your card, and then make your selection.
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  3. Verify your billing and shipping information. If anything in this section is incorrect or blank, you can edit it as needed. The info will then be saved for future purchases.
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  4. Confirm your payment. Once your payment is complete, you'll see a checkmark and the word "Done" on the screen. The steps to confirm vary by model:
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    • If you're using an iPhone X or an iPad that supports Face ID, you can pay by double-clicking the side button and then verifying your face or passcode.
    • If you have an iPhone 8 or earlier (or an iPad that doesn't have Face ID), confirm the payment using Touch ID or the passcode you use to unlock your screen.
    • If you're using a Mac with Touch ID, place your finger on the Touch ID bar when prompted to do so. You may have to tap the Apple Pay icon on the Touch Bar before your fingerprint is recognized.

[Edit]Sending and Receiving Cash

  1. Make sure you meet the minimum requirements. You can use Apple Pay to send and receive cash as long as you meet the following requirements:[6]
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    • Be at least 18 years old and live in the United States.
    • Have an iPhone or iPad running 11.2 or later (or an Apple Watch with watchOS 4.2 or later).
    • Have two-factor authentication set up for your Apple ID.
    • An eligible debit card (connected to your bank) added to Apple Pay.
  2. Open the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad. It's on the home screen or inside of a folder.
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  3. Scroll down and tap .
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  4. Slide the "Apple Cash" switch to the On position. It's at the top of the screen.
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  5. Tap under "Payment Cards." Some information about Apple Cash will appear.
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  6. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Apple Cash. Once the process is complete, you'll be able to send and receive cash with Apple Pay.
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    • When someone sends you money, it will be added to your Apple Cash "card," which is the thing you just set up. You can use the balance the same way you'd use any other card in Apple Pay.
    • To transfer money from your Apple Cash card to your bank account, just tap the card in the Wallet app on your iPhone or iPad, tap Transfer to Bank, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
  7. Send money to a contact. There are a few ways to do this:
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    • Contacts app: Tap a contact, tap the blue and white dollar sign $, and then follow the on-screen instructions to send cash.
    • Messages app: Open a conversation with the person you want to pay, and then tap the Apple Pay logo at the bottom of the message. If you don't see it, tap the "A" (App Store) logo first. Select an amount, tap Pay, and then tap the arrow to confirm.
    • Siri: Just tell Siri how much you want to send and to whom. For example, "Hey Siri, Apple Pay $5 to Joe" or "Send 50 dollars to Eva."
    • Apple Watch: Open a new or existing conversation, scroll all the way down, and then tap the blue Apple Pay logo. Select the dollar amount and tap Pay.
    • Replying to a request: If someone sends you a payment request, tap Pay on the message and then follow the on-screen instructions to process your payment.
  8. Request money from a contact. You can use the Messages app or your Apple Watch to do this. Here's how:
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    • Messages app: Open a conversation and tap the black and white Apple Pay logo at the bottom. If you don't see it, tap the blue and white App Store icon (the "A") first. Enter the amount you need, tap Request, and then tap the arrow to send.
    • Apple Watch: Just tell Siri how much you want to send and to whom. For example, "Hey Siri, Apple Pay $5 to William" or "Send 50 dollars to Maria."

[Edit]Warnings

  • You must be 18 or older to use Apple Pay with a credit/debit card.
  • Sending large funds to your friends can result in your financial institution holding the charges. This is intended to prevent fraudulent charges. As a general rule, do not send large sums across any network.

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