Sunday, November 11, 2007

Getting in and out of a hammock

a rope hammock

Your ordered hammock has just arrived; you hang it at the best spot, be it somewhere at the backyard or simply in your living room. Then comes a new question, how do I get in and out of my hammock? Don't worry; simply read the following article and you'll be enjoying your hammock in no time.


Getting in a Hammock
When getting into a hammock turns with your back to the hammock and simply sit into the hammock. As you sit down, reach back with your hands to ease yourself into the hammock. . Once you are in a sitting position lay back in the hammock and swing your feet in. If the hammock does not have spreader bars, spread the hammock bed apart. CAUTION: NEVER enter a hammock feet first.

Laying in a Hammock
When laying in a hammock, the best position in on an angle. This allows better distribution of your weight within the hammock. Double hammocks may be used in a variety of positions. Some of the wider Yucatan and Mayan hammocks can be laid in perpendicular to the hammock. With each hammock you will have to experiment to find what is the most comfortable for you.

Getting out of a hammock
To get out of the hammock, simply sway your legs out and then stand up. You might need to push with you arms against the hammock to get your upper body up out of the hammock.

Wondering how to make your own hammock? Why don't you read How to Make a Rope Hammock article as it may give you an idea to start a fun making-your-own-hammock project.


1 comment:

Anne Chisholm said...

good advice about how to get in a hammock