Are you hosting a barbeque this summer, and want to impress your carnivorous neighbours? Grill the perfect steak! Begin by marinating your meat with this simple recipe. Then, learn to light your barbecue with just the right amount of charcoal and newspaper - and cap your grill to adjust the flame’s heat. Discover the fine points of placing, rotating, and flipping your steak, and see how to tell when your steak is cooked through. Make sure to let the juices cook the meat once it's off the coals!
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Share a photo of your perfectly grilled steak!
Want to take your cooking to the next level with a great knife set or chef's knife? In this lesson, learn what is included in a basic knife set, the four styles of chef’s knives (European, Japanese, Granton, Santoku), and how to determine which chef knife is right for you. Hint: it's less about selecting brands like Henckels or Wusthof, and more about what fits best in your hand.
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Did you know Theodore Roosevelt received both the Medal of Honor AND the Nobel Peace Prize? The 26th President of the United States, Teddy Roosevelt was known as the Cowboy of the Dakotas, the originator of the phrase “Square Deal” (meaning the average citizen would get a fair share under his domestic policies), and the founder of the Bull Moose Party. In this lesson, learn more about his life and impact on American history.
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Sometimes the US Government may seem slow to act, but the speed at which the government works is actually a product of its structure, designed to protect your constitutional rights and freedoms. To prevent the abuse of power, the three branches of government are structured so that there are checks and balances - and no single branch has all the power. Learn how Judicial review and the president’s power to pardon, among other checks, protect you.
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Perhaps you’ve taken a year of Spanish, and you feel comfortable enough in your language skills to finally take that vacation to a Spanish speaking country. While you may be intimidated, if you have the basics down, you’ve got nothing to worry about. Spanish is Your Amigo is here to teach you ten key phrases that are great to begin a conversation, or to interject when you don’t know what else to say. Master these, and no one will guess that Spanish isn’t your native language.
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Cycling is an environmentally friendly way to get exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and even save on gas money. The first step to getting started cycling is getting the right bike; the second step is getting the right fit. In this lesson from Art’s Cyclery, Luke demonstrates how to get the correct saddle height, and the right saddle fore and aft positions. Finally, to take pressure off of your back and wrists, learn how to flip the stem for a more comfortable angle on your handlebars.
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Helmets are extremely important when doing cycling of any kind! Protect yourself from serious injury by wearing a properly fitting helmet. In this lesson from Art’s Cyclery, Luke demonstrates a proper helmet fit, explaining that you want the fit and the retention system to be enough to hold the helmet in place. Learn where the chin straps should go, and how tight they should be. Finally, since helmets are designed for protection, learn what to look for the next time you’re in the market.
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Correct the balance of your pelvis, help your upper body posture, work your abs and buttocks, and stretch out your legs, all with just one stretch! In this lesson, neuromuscular therapist Holistic Sam introduces you to the kneeling hip flexor stretch, designed to help with excessive anterior pelvic tilt - a frequent cause of back pain. This lesson offers instructions for a basic and an advanced form of this stretch.
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If you’re hitting the beach, why not hit the waves? Part 1 of 8, this lesson from Canggu Surf School introduces you to the basics of surfing. Learn about the parts of a surfboard (nose, tail, rail, deck, din, and leash), the surf break, and different kinds of tides. See how to position your body, legs, and arms on the surfboard, and get step-by-step instructions on how to paddle. You’ll also hear about some of the common problems in surfing form and how best to avoid them.
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Not all bicycle seats are created equally! Neither will all bicycle seats fit you comfortably, or affect your performance the same way. Once you know what saddle width you need, determine what style fits you best; consider your physique and your riding position. This lesson from Art’s Cyclery highlights three different saddles: the Arione for the average rider, the WTB Devo for riders with a climber’s build (toned thighs and a thin physique), and the San Marco Concor for more muscular riders.
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Get a boost of energy and relaxation at any time during the day using this seated yoga warm-up. Sean Vigue Fitness teaches you exercises for the neck, shoulders, arms, and core that can be done seated, standing, or crouching. This regime can serve as a warm-up to any yoga session or serious work-out, but is also a great way to take a break and stretch at any time - even at your desk at work.
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You trust your car to get you from point A to point B, but do you know how it gets you there? Can you explain the difference between an engine and a motor? It's time to get educated about your vehicle, and how it does its job! In the first installment of his four-part series on the basic parts of a car engine, EricTheCarGuy discusses the difference between an engine and a motor, what a dual overhead camshaft does, and how an engine breathes in order to maintain power.
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January isn't just the time for a new year- it's the time for a new orchard! Grow Organic teaches you how to plant a new bare root fruit tree in your garden that will thrive. Learn about multi graft trees, which produce multiple types of fruit. Discover what depth and width to dig your hole, and learn about the direction, dirt, and details of getting your tree in the ground. Then pack it in and wait for your tree to flourish!
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Face painting can add excitement and drama to any party or festival, for children and adults alike! If you are new to face painting though, you might be intimidated by the fact that the whole face becomes a blank canvas—so start with the basics, and learn how quickly and easily you can paint a butterfly! This lesson will teach you the basics of paint placement, how to use a rainbow cake for the bulk of the design, and finally how to embellish your design using simple lines, dots, and glitter.
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If you’ve been daydreaming about an Italian vacation, make your dream a reality and start planning your trip! As part of your preparation, learn some helpful words and phrases from Learn Italian Easy. With this lesson, begin assembling your vocabulary by learning some basic Italian greetings, like “hello,” “goodbye,” and “goodnight.” You’ll also learn common titles for people, and other useful expressions. So, "buon divertimento" and good luck!
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Poker may be a game played with cards and chips, but a good portion of the game is mental, involving skill, observation, and a fair amount of intimidation. So learn a trick that will leave your opponents uneasy—discover how to shuffle poker chips! In this lesson, Tom Athan demonstrates how easy it is to begin shuffling chips, starting with two piles of three chips. Once you’ve got it down, you’ll be able to keep your opponents entertained and intimidated by your overwhelming skills.
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You've been practicing your chords, and you're ready to be the next Cash, Dylan, or Knopfler. But once you walk into the store to buy your acoustic guitar, how do you select the right instrument for the right price? In this lesson, Your Guitar Sage teaches you what to take into account when trying out new guitars, with a focus on the feel and the sound. Get the details about size options, tone, and types of wood so you can choose your guitar not by the brand name but by what's right for you.
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DSLR stands for “digital single lens reflex,” but DSLR cameras are much more than just an acronym. Unlike the SLRs of old (film cameras), DSLRs can hold thousands of images, all of which can be previewed instantly using an LCD display. Find out why professional photographers almost always choose DSLRs when shooting any type of photography in this tutorial by EasyDSLR.
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Want to learn how to hula hoop, or perform hooping tricks? You might be surprised to find that the old bead-filled hoop you found in the back of your garage could negatively affect your performance. When you are just starting out, it is important to get a hoop that is slow, big, and heavy enough for you. In this tutorial by Hoopsmiles, learn how to pick the right beginner’s hoop based on size, weight, and thickness.
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