how to sit onto stick

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, facing the stick. 2. Place one hand on the end of the stick, and the other hand about a quarter of the way up from the bottom. 3. Begin to lower yourself down towards the stick, bending both knees as you do so. 4. As you approach the stick, place your bottom onto it, keeping your hands in the same positions. 5. Use your arms to support your weight as you slide your bottom back and down onto the stick. 6. Keep your back straight and your weight evenly distributed on the stick. 7. Once comfortably seated on the stick, adjust your hands if necessary to find a comfortable grip. 8. To stand back up, use your arms to push yourself up and bring your legs together. 9. Be sure to maintain your balance and hold onto the stick until you are standing upright. 10. Practice sitting onto the stick several times to improve your technique and comfort.